Monday Reset #15 - Acceptance

Luke Zaientz is an Operating Partner at Rally Ventures and CEO of OTTO SPORT AI, an AI-powered platform simplifying youth sports management for athletes, families, coaches, and admins. Previously, he founded, served as COO, and CEO of Reigning Champs, a student-athlete recruiting platform that grew from inception to over $200M in annual revenue before being acquired by IMG Academy. With a B.S. in Economics & Transportation from Northeastern University and a Master's in Engineering Logistics from MIT, Luke has deep expertise in strategy, scaling, and operations, focusing on tech solutions for sports and education. Based in the Los Angeles Metropolitan Area, his work emphasizes removing friction in youth sports through tools like club management, tournament ticketing, and athlete recruitment, fostering connections and insights to help young athletes thrive. ParentShift course 30% off with the code TRIBE. Link below:  ParentShift (English): https://www.hernanchousa.com/courses/parentshift?ref=c23daa Entrena Tu Legado (Spanish): https://www.hernanchousa.com/courses/entrenatulegado?ref=c23daa Connect with Luke on LinkedIn: Luke Zaientz OTTO SPORT AI Links: Website: https://www.ottosport.ai/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ottosportai/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ottosportai/ You can explore more of Hernan's work on his website, https://www.hernanchousa.com/.

Welcome to the seventeenth Monday Reset for Sports Parents, a short reflection inside The Youth Sports Parenting Tribe. Each Monday Reset brings you one word, one idea, and one mindset to help you start the week calm, clear, and connected. Today’s word is Process — a foundational mindset for sports parents to adopt, shifting focus from final scores or immediate wins to the ongoing journey of learning, effort, and development in youth sports. It’s not about ignoring results — it’s about valuing the steps along the way, celebrating daily habits, small improvements, and the grit built through consistent practice rather than just outcomes. When reflecting on a week of games or training, highlight what was learned in the process; it reminds your child that true success lies in the building blocks, not just the end goal. Take a breath. Reset. Your emphasis on process becomes the steady path that guides your child toward long-term growth and fulfillment. ParentShift course 30% off with the code TRIBE. Link below:  ParentShift (English): https://www.hernanchousa.com/courses/parentshift?ref=c23daa Entrena Tu Legado (Spanish): https://www.hernanchousa.com/courses/entrenatulegado?ref=c23daa You can explore more of Hernan's work on his website, https://www.hernanchousa.com/.

Liz Pryor is an author, speaker, parenting columnist, and one of America’s most trusted life advice experts. She gained national recognition as the “Dear GMA” advice guru on ABC’s Good Morning America after a nationwide search. She is the author of What Did I Do Wrong? (a book on female friendship) and the memoir Look at You Now, and has written extensively for Family Circle Magazine. As a single mother of three, Liz has lived the sports-parent journey firsthand — watching her daughter fall in love with tennis and rise through the ranks while learning to balance support, fear, and independence. Today she continues to help parents and families navigate relationships, divorce, friendship, and the emotional realities of raising children in today’s high-pressure world. ParentShift course 30% off with the code TRIBE. Link below:  ParentShift (English): https://www.hernanchousa.com/courses/parentshift?ref=c23daa  Entrena Tu Legado (Spanish): https://www.hernanchousa.com/courses/entrenatulegado?ref=c23daa Connect with Liz Pryor LinkedIn: Liz Pryor Instagram: @lifewithliz1 Website: www.lizpryor.com You can explore more of Hernan's work on his website, https://www.hernanchousa.com/.

Welcome to the sixteenth Monday Reset for Sports Parents, a short reflection inside The Youth Sports Parenting Tribe. Each Monday Reset brings you one word, one idea, and one mindset to help you start the week calm, clear, and connected. Today’s word is Attention — a deliberate choice for sports parents to make, focusing your energy on what truly matters in your child's youth sports experience, like effort and growth over scores or comparisons. It’s not about constant oversight — it’s about mindful focus, directing your attention to positive moments, constructive feedback, and your child's emotional cues rather than distractions or negatives. In the midst of a game or practice, notice what you highlight: praise the hustle, acknowledge the learning, and let that shape their self-view. Take a breath. Reset. Your focused attention becomes the spotlight that guides your child toward meaningful progress and joy in the game. ParentShift course 30% off with the code TRIBE. Link below:  ParentShift (English): https://www.hernanchousa.com/courses/parentshift?ref=c23daa Entrena Tu Legado (Spanish): https://www.hernanchousa.com/courses/entrenatulegado?ref=c23daa You can explore more of Hernan's work on his website, https://www.hernanchousa.com/.

David Murray is an acclaimed journalist, author, and sports parent who chronicled his family’s deep dive into competitive youth soccer in his upcoming memoir Soccer Dad (Disruption Books, April 2026). A self-described soccer-ignorant father, David watched his daughter Scout’s passion for the game pull the entire family into the intense world of travel soccer, college recruiting, and Division I athletics at Ohio University. Through funny, vulnerable storytelling, he explores the joys, frustrations, and life lessons of being a sports parent in today’s high-stakes environment. David has shared his insights on numerous podcasts and in publications like The Washington Post and Youth Inc., offering a refreshing perspective on unconditional support, avoiding “coach mode,” and finding balance in the chaotic beauty of youth sports. He lives with his family and continues to write about parenting, sports, and the human experience.ParentShift course 30% OFF with the code TRIBE. Link below: ParentShift (English): https://www.hernanchousa.com/courses/parentshift?ref=c23daa Entrena Tu Legado (Spanish): https://www.hernanchousa.com/courses/entrenatulegado?ref=c23daaConnect with David on:Book Website: Soccer Dad by David MurrayFacebook: David MurrayInstagram: @writingbootsYou can explore more of Hernan's work on his website, https://www.hernanchousa.com/.

Welcome to the fifteenth Monday Reset for Sports Parents, a short  reflection inside The Youth Sports Parenting Tribe.Each Monday Reset brings you one word, one idea, and one mindset to help you start the week calm, clear, and connected.Today’s word is Acceptance — a liberating mindset for sports parents to practice, fully embracing where your child is right now in their youth sports journey, without the weight of “should be” or comparisons.It’s not about giving up or lowering the bar — it’s about meeting them exactly where they are today, honoring their current pace, effort, and unique path with compassion instead of pressure.When the inner voice starts judging or pushing, pause and accept: this is their season, their timing, their story. Your peace in that moment becomes their permission to keep showing up.Take a breath. Reset.Your acceptance becomes the safe ground where your child can grow freely, without fear of falling short.ParentShift course 30% off with the code TRIBE. Link below: ParentShift (English): https://www.hernanchousa.com/courses/parentshift?ref=c23daaEntrena Tu Legado (Spanish): https://www.hernanchousa.com/courses/entrenatulegado?ref=c23daaYou can explore more of Hernan's work on his website, https://www.hernanchousa.com/.

Dr. Brenna Chirby and Dr. Virginia Jones are licensed psychologists with over 20 years of combined experience in private practice. Dr. Chirby began her career as a Sports Psychologist at a major university athletic department. Together, they have built strong reputations helping teens and adults overcome mental health challenges.Drawing from both their clinical expertise and their personal experience as mothers of three athletic children each—who competed from youth sports through elite club and collegiate levels—they founded MindBalanceSPORT. Their unique approach combines traditional mental health strategies with practical mental performance training to help young athletes develop a healthier mindset and achieve optimal performance.After years of watching the intense “do more, be better, win at all costs” culture in youth sports—and noticing that no coach ever offered mental training across more than 20 teams—they created MindBalanceSPORT to fill this critical gap. They have seen far too many young athletes drop out due to stress, disengagement, lack of enjoyment, and injuries caused by overtraining.ParentShift course 30% OFF with the code TRIBE. Link below: ParentShift (English): https://www.hernanchousa.com/courses/parentshift?ref=c23daa Entrena Tu Legado (Spanish): https://www.hernanchousa.com/courses/entrenatulegado?ref=c23daaConnect with Dr. Brenna Chirby & Dr. Virginia Jones on LinkedIn:Dr. Brenna ChirbyDr. Virginia JonesMindbalanceSPORT Social Media Links:Instagram: @mindbalancesportFacebook: MindBalanceSPORTWebsite: https://www.mindbalancesport.com/You can explore more of Hernan's work on his website, https://www.hernanchousa.com/.

Welcome to the fourteenth Monday Reset for Sports Parents, a short, 5-minute reflection inside The Youth Sports Parenting Tribe.Each Monday Reset brings you one word, one idea, and one mindset to help you start the week calm, clear, and connected.Today’s word is Trust — a powerful mindset for sports parents to practice, believing in your child’s ability to grow, learn, and handle challenges in their own youth sports journey.It’s not about stepping back completely — it’s about choosing to trust their effort, their process, and their capacity to bounce back instead of jumping in to fix, direct, or rescue.When the urge to control or over-advise appears, pause and trust: trust their coach, trust their timing, and most of all, trust that your child is capable.Take a breath. Reset.Your trust becomes the quiet confidence that helps your child believe in themselves.ParentShift course 30% off with the code TRIBE. Link below: ParentShift (English): https://www.hernanchousa.com/courses/parentshift?ref=c23daaEntrena Tu Legado (Spanish): https://www.hernanchousa.com/courses/entrenatulegado?ref=c23daaYou can explore more of Hernan's work on his website, https://www.hernanchousa.com/.

Marty Schupak is the President and owner of Schupak Sports, one of the most comprehensive youth sports media companies, producing instructional videos, books, and drills since 1999. Starting with youth baseball coaching videos, Marty has expanded to basketball, soccer, and other sports, authoring over 30 books like "101 Youth Baseball Drills" and recently publishing "Tee Ball Myths & Solutions"—a practical guide for parents and coaches to make tee ball fun and meaningful. He has delivered easy-to-follow resources that help families teach fundamentals at home, emphasizing fun, repetition, and skill development without expensive equipment. Marty has appeared on podcasts and forums discussing youth sports coaching, practice templates, common errors in teaching hitting, fielding, shooting, and more, as well as his writing process for creating effective instructional content. Based in Valley Cottage, NY, his mission is to make sports accessible and enjoyable, inspiring parents to coach effectively and kids to build lifelong love for athletics through structured, positive training.ParentShift course 30% off with the code TRIBE. Link below: ParentShift (English): https://www.hernanchousa.com/courses/parentshift?ref=c23daa Entrena Tu Legado (Spanish): https://www.hernanchousa.com/courses/entrenatulegado?ref=c23daaConnect with Marty on LinkedIn: Marty Schupak Other Social Media Links for Marty:Instagram: @shupak_sportsYoutube: @SchupakSportsFind more about Marty's books on Amazon: Marty Schupak  You can explore more of Hernan's work on his website, https://www.hernanchousa.com/.

Welcome to the thirteenth Monday Reset for Sports Parents, a short, 5-minute reflection inside The Youth Sports Parenting Tribe.Each Monday Reset brings you one word, one idea, and one mindset to help you start the week calm, clear, and connected.Today’s word is Courage — a quiet strength for sports parents to draw on, facing the discomfort of uncertainty, tough moments, or necessary boundaries in your child’s youth sports journey.It’s not about bravado — it’s about showing up authentically, whether that means letting your child risk failure on the field, having honest conversations about effort or behavior, or stepping back when your instinct is to protect.When fear creeps in—about outcomes, judgment, or letting go—choose courage instead: trust your child’s process and your own role as steady support.Take a breath. Reset.Your courage becomes the quiet example that empowers your child to face challenges with their own bravery.ParentShift course 30% off with the code TRIBE. Link below: ParentShift (English): https://www.hernanchousa.com/courses/parentshift?ref=c23daaEntrena Tu Legado (Spanish): https://www.hernanchousa.com/courses/entrenatulegado?ref=c23daaYou can explore more of Hernan's work on his website, https://www.hernanchousa.com/.