The Sporting Parent

Grateful to continue to share these experiences with families around the globe on their child’s sporting journey.
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Many thanks to those who continue to take the time to leave reviews. Without your invaluable time we can’t inspire others in the process ☺️

With multiple copies still being sold around the globe one thing remains consistent- relativity.
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Youth sport is a challenge. For parents on their own journey, even more so.
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Also available in Ebook l’m looking forward to the many more like this to
come.

Every opportunity counts to help your community club progress. Applications close 7th Oct.

Active Kids Grants - Australian Sports Foundation Our Active Kids Grants are available for volunteer-run community clubs and organisations with members aged 20 or younger.

My son’s a pretty apprehensive and empathetic kid. As a parent I value it’s not up to me to ‘force’ him to do things that challenge him (trust me it’s bloody hard).
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But rather surround him by others that raise him up. Lil mate here is older and clearly more advanced on a variety of levels.
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But i love watching him exert himself in ways he would never do on his own, or me telling him.
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It’s why younger siblings also progress far quicker. Think Michael Jordan, Koby Abberton, to Serena Williams.
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I also wish I could freeze these moments in time. It’s amazing 🥰

Big shout out to everyone who has ever reached out to me regarding ideas and strategies for their schools athletic development journey! You guys rock🤘🏼
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From strategy design, to implementation. There’s an opportunity for every school throughout the country primary to high school to build an active future.
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Jump over to www.nathanparnham.com/services
Option 3- and send me an enquiry

It was great to chat all things strength and conditioning in our youth

How strength and conditioning training can bring out the best in kids The Educator speaks to Nathan Parnham, Director of Strength and Conditioning at Brisbane Grammar School

The cause has got to be bigger than yourself. Swipe ➡️➡️➡️
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Extremely grateful to every person who has and aims to purchase a copy of
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Sport in Australia is part of our DNA… let’s keep it that way.

The most common feedback to date?
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1. It was a pretty easy read
2. It was succinct and to the point
3. Easily apply able take aways for any parent
4. It sounds like you’re literally talking to me through the pages!
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The ability to connect to the masses so any person can take something away, even if they’re yet to complete a book! That’s a win in my eyes…
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You just have to put up with me talking to you through the pages 😂

Grateful to the team at Angus & Robertson. Now available…

The Sporting Parent by Nathan Parnham Buy The Sporting Parent at Angus & Robertson with Delivery - Are you a sporting parent who wants to see your child succeed not only in sport, but also in life? And do you want to give them every chance to do that, the right way? If you answered 'yes' to both of those questions, then this b...

Testimonial from current speed and rehabilitation coach at the Brisbane Broncos NRL.

12 months to the day I launched . Many lessons have been learnt along the way.

1. It’s ok to celebrate your own success. It’s neither arrogant or bragging, everyone’s on their own journey.

2. It’s up to you, and only you to back yourself- no one will do it for you.

3. There was plenty of self-doubt. Surround yourself by true callers who support you by putting you to the test.

4. Supporters will always put up and invest in your cause, not hit you up for ‘freebies.’

5. The message/ vision needs to be bigger than yourself- or it simply won’t last.

6. They’re not ‘favours’ when others believe in your message. Everyone will provide an introduction to whomever it needs to succeed.

7. Many a hurdle presents itself. There’s no such things as road blocks, just opportunities to pivot and evolve. No matter how frustrating.

8. Don’t assume others know what’s taken 18yrs to amass. Even the simplest of knowledge can be light bulb moments for others.

9. Family and loved ones support in different ways. Learn, understand, and embrace every attempt.

10. Being an inspiration comes in many forms. Never underestimate the impact you can have on others.

Grateful for every lesson and experience on this ride. Thank you to everyone who has played a part no matter how big or small 🙏🏼

Understanding the transfer across multiple sports is important.
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But when to specialise is also key for not only sporting success but lasting enjoyment in sport.

As a sporting parent have you ever heard of sport sampling?
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Here are good reasons why if you haven’t, it’s worth investigating.

It’s not through lack of facilities or opportunities this generation are in a fragile state.
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Arm yourself with the knowledge to help your child reduce their likelihood of injury, enjoy their sport, and remain active for life!

Love it when people find value in internationally and take the time to share their thoughts.
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Very grateful for every individual who has jumped along for the journey in sharing the message 🙏🏼

Parents what you do and participate in has huge benefits on your child’s likelihood to engage in organised sport outside of school.
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Participate…. And volunteer!

*courtesy of Aus Sports Commission- Ausplay

That’s a wrap!
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Massive thanks to both and for hosting .
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Plenty of quality discussion with engaged parents in their sporting communities. All with the common purpose… wanting the best for their son/ children.
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Had a blast!

The next time your local ‘Elite’ academy are increasing your fees or charging the top rate ask this one question. How many previous registrants have ‘made it’ on a state, national, or professional level?

*Courtesy of Aus Sports Commission- AusPlay

A first of it’s kind. Insights from the inside.
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From making it in professional sport, to simply just enjoyment of participating or physical activity this is the one book to help shape your child’s future.
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Irrespective of where they’re currently at on their journey!

How active are you?
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72% of children who have at least one active parent are physically active in organised sport or physical activity compared to 53% of children with at least one inactive parent.

*Courtesy of AusPlay

Understanding the role you play as a sporting parent is crucial.
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Here are several aspects you can help support your child’s sporting journey

A big thanks to Mark and every other reader who not only shares value in the information provided but in giving up your time for a review.

Very grateful 🙏🏼

We’re often tempted with our ‘Adult Mindset’ to think the best way to get better at something is to start it earlier.
Or to do it more often.
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As sporting parents it’s our hard earned dollars that get put to the test in structured training/coaching sessions.
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The best is a blend of both types of play. Structured and un-structured. Jump over to www.nathanparnham.com/book to understand the difference between the two and how you can make a positive impact!

Always grateful to the many readers who have not only been able to relate, but have taken the time to share their thoughts.

Why is it that with the explosion of women in sport statistically the drop out rates from competitive sport within the teenage years continues to grow?
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The current state of women in sport is nothing short of pure magic. However what are the perceptions for those girls who don’t feel competent enough in sport to be competitive?
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Are we creating a bigger divide and more of a reason for girls to disengage not only from sport but physical activity entirely?…

Popped in for a quick chat with the crew at . Only a couple of copies left, so if you’re in Brissy say gday to the team… and the best bit- no postage 😉

About time! Cracking insights by The Sydney Morning Herald

Junior sport crisis: Push to make coaching more fun, less structured Some of the biggest names in sport have thrown their weight behind a major shake-up of community coaching as officials try to combat dwindling participation numbers and alarming rates of inactivity among Australian children and teenagers.