🎙️ DON'T KILL THEIR DREAMS: When Winning Obsession Crushes Youth Sports

05/04/2025 16 min Temporada 1 Episodio 2
🎙️ DON'T KILL THEIR DREAMS: When Winning Obsession Crushes Youth Sports

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In this impactful episode of Step Into The Bounce Zone, the spotlight is on Jean-Pierre Ciesielski, international athlete mentor and founder of The Bounce Mentor. With over 25 years guiding future NBA stars and elite European athletes, Jean-Pierre has identified the alarming trends affecting young athletes today: the pressure of NIL deals, the turbulent AAU basketball scene, and the destabilizing effects of constant transfers.Listeners will gain deep insights into: ✅ How NIL deals are prematurely commercializing teenage athletes, impacting their mental and emotional health. ✅ The problematic revolving-door culture within AAU basketball and its consequences on athlete development. ✅ The long-term damage caused by frequent transfers, including reduced resilience and accountability. ✅ Powerful mentoring techniques and strategies championed by Jean-Pierre to counteract these pressures.Step Into The Bounce Zone explores Jean-Pierre’s real-world experiences, mentorship insights, and actionable solutions designed to help parents, coaches, and athletes navigate these critical issues.🚀 Ready to empower young athletes and create a healthier sporting environment? Discover more with The Bounce Mentor!👉 For further information, bookings, or personalized mentoring opportunities: contact.thebouncementor.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.