Episode 34: A Youth Soccer Perspective - ft. Jason Kutney

This week's episode features Jason Kutney, one of Bailey's youth coaches. Jason is the founder of the Pittsburgh Riverhounds Youth Academy and is also a former professional player. He is currently the Boys ECNL Coordinator. Bailey and Jason talk about how to prepare young athletes for adversity, specifically injuries and mental well-being. Jason shares what it looks like to cultivate the perfect young athlete and how his measure of success has shifted from outright athletic achievement to an important balance of growth in both life and sports. This conversation sheds light on what it means to be available and encouraging for young athletes in any sport.

Bailey Cartwright