Most parents want what's best for their athlete.

But what if some of the things meant to help are actually holding them back?

In Episode 12 of Elevate 2 Great, Trey Fowler sits down with leadership coach, author, speaker, and Florida PGF State Director Bill Hoopes to discuss the lessons every athlete, parent, and coach needs to hear.

From overcoming childhood adversity and serving in the United States Navy to leading one of the nation's largest girls fastpitch softball organizations, Bill shares how leadership, communication, consistency, and purpose can transform athletes both on and off the field.

Whether you're raising a young athlete, coaching a team, or chasing your own goals, this conversation is filled with practical advice that reaches far beyond sports.

In this episode you'll learn:
- Why parents unintentionally create pressure for young athletes
- How to help athletes build confidence without tying identity to performance
- The importance of consistency over short-term results
- Lessons Bill learned from military leadership
- What families should know about the recruiting journey
- Why leadership begins at home
- How athletes can become the best version of themselves

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Chapters:
0:00 Who Is Bill Hoopes? From the Navy to Youth Softball
7:17 How Rejection Teaches Athletes Perseverance and Patience
16:32 How Coaching His Daughter Changed His Approach to Youth Sports
28:48 How Travel Softball Has Changed for Athletes and Parents
37:21 Why Athletes Should Not Tie Their Identity to Performance
40:13 How Parents Can Stop Putting Too Much Pressure on Athletes
43:35 What Needs to Change in Youth Softball Today
45:53 Why Parents and Coaches Need to Take Care of Themselves
57:08 How Parents Accidentally Hold Their Athletes Back
1:00:45 Why Taking Care of Yourself Makes You a Better Sports Parent