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Former MLB star Anthony Rizzo joins Greg Olsen on Youth Think to discuss his incredible journey from battling Hodgkin lymphoma at 18 years old to winning the 2016 World Series with the Chicago Cubs. Rizzo opens up about the life lessons that shaped his career, the importance of having fun in youth sports, and why giving back through the Anthony Rizzo Family Foundation means more to him than anything he accomplished on the field. Plus, he shares stories about fatherhood, catching a home run ball at Wrigley Field with his son, and what young athletes can learn from failure.

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To celebrate National Coaches Day, we’re looking back at five of the best coaching lessons shared on Youth Inc. with Greg Olsen. From Ryan Day and Matt Leinart breaking down what makes Nick Saban such a great coach, to Tony Vitello and Cori Close sharing their own perspectives on leadership, culture, and developing athletes, these conversations offer lessons that go far beyond the field. Plus, Bryce Young shares what he learned from the coaches who helped shape him. Here are five coaching lessons worth remembering from some of the best coaches, athletes, and leaders to join Youth Inc.

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Jay Bilas joins Greg Olsen for a timely conversation about the rapidly changing landscape of college athletics.Following the Senate’s passage of the Protect College Sports Act, Bilas explains what the legislation could mean for athletes, schools and the NCAA, and why he believes college sports doesn’t need to be “saved.”Greg and Jay debate athlete compensation, the transfer portal, multi-year contracts, coaching buyouts, collective bargaining and whether the so-called “Wild West” of college sports is really as chaotic as it looks.They also look beyond football and basketball to the changing experience for athletes in Olympic and non-revenue sports, the challenge of developing players in a transfer-heavy environment, and why playing sports should be about far more than reaching the next level.

Shop high school fanwear. Support your community. Your school earns on every purchase. Great brands, fast shipping, no minimum order.Find your team and shop now at https://www.youthincshop.com/The episode covers grit, adversity, youth sports, coaching, accountability, environment, and the growing impact of technology on kids. Greg Olsen sits down with Angela Duckworth to break down what actually helps young people develop perseverance, confidence, and the ability to reach their potential.

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Shop high school fanwear. Support your community. Your school earns on every purchase. Great brands, fast shipping, no minimum order.Find your team and shop now at https://www.youthincshop.com/Greg Olsen recaps his middle school football team’s hot 3-0 start, the biggest lessons he’s seeing as the season progresses, and why his team’s focus on details, development, and doing things the right way matters more than the scoreboard. Greg also shares what he’s learned from coaching alongside his dad, the impact of Luke Kuechly and his coaching staff, and what’s next for the team as they prepare for their fourth game.

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Jenna Bandy joins Greg Olsen on Youth Inc. to talk about her incredible journey from college basketball player and coach to Guinness World Record holder and viral sports creator. Jenna shares how winning two $100,000 creator competitions changed the trajectory of her career, why she ultimately left coaching to pursue content creation, and how she balances being a coach with life in the social media world. She also opens up about her Game Changer nonprofit and mission to empower young girls, the pressure social media can put on young athletes, burnout and why kids should play multiple sports, and how coaches and parents can help young athletes build confidence both on and off the field.

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Greg Olsen sits down with Eagles legend and Super Bowl champion Jason Kelce for a wide-ranging conversation about parenting, youth sports, coaching, competition, and life after football. Jason opens up about raising his daughters with Kylie, why he believes kids should play multiple sports, the importance of letting young athletes have fun, and the lessons he learned from playing sports with Travis growing up. He also shares how being overlooked as a recruit and walking on at Cincinnati ultimately shaped his NFL career, why Travis’ suspension may have been one of the best things that happened to him, and how Jason prepared himself for life after football through New Heights, media, and his documentary. Plus, Jason and Greg talk about their love of coaching middle school football and why the little details still matter.🔗

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Alex Morgan joins Greg Olsen to challenge the way we think about youth sports, early specialization and the pressure young athletes face today. Morgan opens up about being a “late” player who didn’t join club soccer until age 13, why her parents never rushed her development, and how choosing her own path helped fuel her career to the highest levels of the sport. She also shares her perspective as a parent, explaining why she believes kids should be exposed to multiple sports, why parents shouldn’t push extra training before a child actually wants it, and how too much competition and travel can take the fun out of sports. Plus, Morgan discusses the importance of high school sports, building confidence and community, and the one major change she would make to youth sports in America.

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Matthew Stafford joins Greg Olsen on Youth Inc. to talk youth sports, coaching, parenting, and his journey through 18 NFL seasons. Stafford also shares his perspective on success, being a girl dad, and the advice he'd give young athletes.

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Hall of Famer Jared Allen joins Greg Olsen to talk about his journey from youth football to the Pro Football Hall of Fame, what it was like putting on the gold jacket, and the lessons he’s learned as a parent. Jared and Greg also dive into youth sports specialization, why kids should play multiple sports, the importance of letting late bloomers develop, and finding the right team and coach for your child.

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Greg Olsen breaks down the biggest myths surrounding the college recruiting process, sharing practical advice every athlete and parent needs to hear. From camp invites and recruiting timelines to the transfer portal and the truth about going Division I, Greg explains what really matters when choosing the right path. Whether you're just starting your recruiting journey or preparing for college athletics, this conversation will help you separate fact from fiction and make smarter decisions for your future.

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