Helping young athletes regulate their central nervous system

Summary

In this episode of the Class Athlete Podcast, Patrick Sirmeyer interviews David Pringle, a baseball coach and teacher. They discuss topics such as coaching philosophies, the importance of regulating the central nervous system in baseball, and the option of homeschooling for young athletes. Pringle shares his experience playing in the College World Series and offers advice for young athletes and their parents. The conversation highlights the need for patience, love, and support in youth sports, as well as the benefits and challenges of homeschooling for athletic development.

 

Keywords

 

baseball, coaching, central nervous system, homeschooling, youth sports

 

Takeaways

• Regulating the central nervous system is crucial for success in baseball.
• Parents should focus on providing love and support to their young athletes, regardless of their performance.
• Homeschooling can be a viable option for young athletes who are committed to their sport and need more time for training and competition.
• Imposed discipline is important for younger athletes, while self-discipline becomes more crucial as they mature.
• The mental game of baseball is just as important, if not more, than the physical aspects.
• Finding a good coach and setting a positive example as a parent can greatly impact a young athlete's development.
• Playing multiple sports and staying involved in recreational leagues can help young athletes stay engaged and continue to improve.
• The number of perfect games thrown in Major League Baseball is 24.

Titles

• The Mental Game of Baseball
• Playing Multiple Sports and Staying Engaged

Sound Bites

• "The game of baseball is so hard. Regulating the central nervous system is so important to being successful in the game of baseball."
• "Kids just want to know that they're loved. You can't fake it. We can't condition kids to tie up their self-value to how they perform in sports."
• "Every family is different. You have to make decisions in the best interest of your family."

Chapters

00:00Introduction and UCF Summer Baseball Camp

06:49The Importance of Regulating the Central Nervous System in Baseball

11:09The Mental Side of Baseball

15:58Parental Support and Love in Sports

30:47The Rarity of Perfect Games in Major League Baseball

32:05The class athlete outro music.mp3