In this lighthearted and honest episode, Luke Baker and John Anderson share the chaos, comedy, and camaraderie that comes with being a youth sports parent. From the infamous shoe crisis to the magic of high fives, they unpack seven laugh-out-loud relatable realities only parents on the sidelines truly understand. Whether you're a veteran coach, a snack mom, or a barefoot-kid defender, this episode is a fun tribute to all the unglamorous—and unforgettable—moments that make up the youth sports experience.

1. The Shoe Crisis Is Real – Untied laces and flying cleats are part of the uniform.
2. Snacks Are the Main Event – Some kids only show up for Goldfish and Gatorade.
3. Passing Is Optional – Despite coach’s instructions, kids will shoot.
4. Loudest Parent, Most Confused Kid – Yelling from the sidelines rarely translates into on-field clarity.
5. Mismatched Equipment – Missing shin guards, socks, or one cleat is an unsolved mystery.
6. Sibling Chaos Is a Sport – The real game might be in the stands, not on the field.
7. High Fives Fix Everything – Missed shots, wrong goals, or tripping—all cured with a hand slap.

In this powerful episode, Keegan Mueller — a former D1 wrestler, coach, and real estate leader — shares how growing up on the wrestling mat shaped his toughness, grit, and identity. But it wasn’t until a life-threatening fall in front of his son that Keegan learned what real strength and stillness look like.

He talks candidly about the culture of performance, how sports can form (or misshape) young men, and what it means to raise kids who are tough, humble, and rooted in faith. From Highland Park wrestling rooms to hospital beds, Keegan’s story is a raw reminder that sometimes God uses unexpected moments to slow us down and remind us who’s really in control.

Whether you’re a parent, coach, athlete, or just someone who needs encouragement to find purpose beyond performance, you’ll walk away challenged and inspired.

In this heartfelt and practical episode, John and the team explore one of the most important questions facing kids, parents, and coaches in youth sports today: Are we chasing performance or living from purpose? Drawing from a powerful Kobe Bryant quote and personal stories—including one deeply moving tribute to John's late mother—this conversation challenges the cultural obsession with measuring worth through wins, stats, and scores. Instead, listeners are invited to discover the freeing and lasting foundation of purpose: honoring God in all things.

You'll hear real-life strategies for how parents and coaches can help kids play with passion without tying their identity to performance. Whether it's a reminder to “give 1,000%” or examples of kids learning to lead through sports, this episode offers a compelling vision for raising confident, purpose-driven young athletes.