In Part 2 of “My Parents’ Perspective,” we go deeper into the early years of my basketball journey—the moments my parents realised I might actually go pro, to the intentional choices (and struggles) that came with raising multi-sport athletes.

This episode gives you a heartwarming behind-the-scenes look at a parent’s world: the chaotic schedules and the decisions they made to support—not force—my sporting path. We talk about developing a competitive edge, nurturing confidence and the emotional challenge of watching your kid waver in their self-belief.

If you’re a parent trying to raise a confident, well-rounded athlete—or an athlete wanting to understand your parents better—this conversation is going to land deep. It’s honest, reflective, and full of insights that shaped the player and person I am today.

🎙️ Episode 27: Raising Multi-Sport Athletes & The Reality of Developing a Competitive Edge (My Parents’ Perspective Part 2)

Release Date: November 19, 2025

Episode Type: Interview / Story

🔑 Episode Highlights:

• What parents actually juggle when raising multi-sport athletes — from busy schedules to big-picture decisions that shaped my early athlete development.
• How a competitive edge forms in young athletes — what my parents noticed in my early years (and what they knew they couldn’t control).
• The most important job of a parent — and how to ensure basketball doesn’t get in the way.
• The intentional choices my parents made to support my sporting path—without forcing basketball or trying to engineer my motivation.
• The emotional side of parenting athletes, including the challenge of watching your child struggle with self-belief or lacking competitiveness.

💬 Quote Worth Remembering:

“Some people develop differently… but the desire and belief has got to come from the kid, not the parent.”

– Marty Zeller

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📚 Related Episodes & Resources

• 🎙️ Episode 26 – How to Help Your Kid Stay Confident After Setbacks (My Parents’ Perspective - Part 1)
• 🎙️ Episode 27 – Part 3: Coming Soon!
• 🎙️ Episode 21 – When Your Coach Is Your Parent: My Story and How to Navigate Parent-Coach Challenges

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