Bri Bellmon On Modern Day Sports Parenting, Sideline Tips, and Letting Kids Grow Through Failure

Creator, sports mom, and former athlete - Bri Bellmon - joins us to talk about what it’s really like raising kids in today’s youth sports world. From emotional sideline moments to learning when not to step in, Bri shares a refreshing, honest perspective on how parents can support their kids without stealing the lesson that comes from struggle.

As someone who grew up around sports and now finds herself back on the sidelines as a mom, Bri’s insights hit home for every parent who’s ever wanted to protect their child from failure - but knows that’s not where growth happens.

She opens up about the pressure modern-day parents feel to have their kids excel early, the emotional rollercoaster that comes with competition, and how she’s learned to model composure, confidence, and perspective - even when things get tough.

In this episode, Bri shares:

• Why watching your child fail might be the most powerful parenting moment you’ll ever have

• How to manage your own emotions on the sidelines (and why grabbing your phone to take pictures actually helps!)

• The difference between coaching your kid and supporting them

• Why stepping in too soon can unintentionally stunt their confidence and resilience

• How to turn tough game days into teachable moments about effort, mindset, and self-belief

• What modern youth sports culture gets right - and what it needs to change

  
  

She reminds parents that being calm and steady is the best example you can set. Your child is watching how you react - not just to their wins, but to their losses. And those moments, more than any trophy, shape who they become on and off the field.

This episode is for every parent who’s ever shouted from the bleachers, clenched their fists after a bad call, or driven home in silence after a tough game. It’s a reminder that youth sports aren’t just about developing athletes - they’re about developing people.

As Bri puts it: “It’s hard to watch your kid struggle. But it’s a disservice to their development to step in right away. Let them learn how to handle it - that’s how confidence is built.” Check out here page here: https://www.instagram.com/imbossbri/

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