🎯 Surviving Youth Sports: A Conversation with Author Corwin Melvin
In this thought-provoking video, we sit down with Corwin Melvin, author of “Surviving Youth Sports: A Dad’s Guide to Parents of Young Hoopers,” to uncover the hidden realities of youth sports. From high school competition to the high-pressure world of AAU basketball, the financial and emotional cost of supporting young athletes can leave parents feeling broke, overwhelmed, and desperate.
But is this struggle just bad luck — or is it by design? Together, we dive deep into:
✅ The true cost of chasing the basketball dream
✅ How politics and money shape youth sports
✅ Why the current system often benefits everyone except parents and players
✅ Practical tips for parents navigating the sports grind
This is more than just a sports conversation — it’s a wake-up call for athlete parents, coaches, and anyone invested in the future of youth athletics.
📚 About the Author: Corwin Melvin brings real-life experience, insight, and practical advice to help parents protect their finances, relationships, and sanity while raising competitive young hoopers.
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