Empowering Coaches and Athletes: Meg Wilson’s SPKN Vision

Christina Fauria interviews Meg Wilson, founder and CEO of the Sports Professional Knowledge Network (SPKN). Meg shares her journey from athlete to coach and the motivation behind creating SPKN. They discuss the challenges and importance of coaching education, addressing issues like mental toughness, team culture, and nutrition. Meg highlights the need for continual learning among coaches and the impact they can have on young athletes. The conversation also delves into the six pillars of SPKN and the broader issues in youth sports, including parental involvement and the mental well-being of young athletes.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Meg Wilson and SPKN

00:53 Meg's Coaching Journey Begins

01:43 Challenges and Motivations in Coaching

05:03 The Importance of Continual Learning for Coaches

07:18 Parental Involvement in Youth Sports

07:47 Addressing Problems in Youth Sports

10:58 Post-Game Interactions and Parental Guidance

14:14 Meg's Personal Experiences as a Parent and Coach

15:57 The Six Pillars of SPKN

17:51 Cultural Sensitivity in Coaching

18:44 Fairness and Individual Treatment

19:34 Challenges in Coaching Different Genders

21:13 Communication and Team Culture

24:59 Skill and Coach Development

25:13 Nutrition and Supplements

29:11 Sports Science and Technology

31:30 Making a Lasting Impact