Looking at the Parent's Role, what are some common issues parents create, often stemming from their own desires? How can listening to a parent's language, like using "our" vs. "my" for a child's training, reveal potential problems? Let's discuss the critical message that parents are not the child's coach and should not undermine the appointed coach, even if they disagree. How does this section suggest parents should support their child (unconditional love, preparing for practice, stressing learning skills) without crossing into coaching

Turning to the Athlete's Role, the core aspiration for an athlete is to reach the next level by being better today than yesterday. How does the book argue that this requires focus not just during practice, but in all aspects of an athlete's life (diet, sleep, academics, etc.)? Let's discuss the shift from aspiring to be the "best on the team" to being the "best for the team", and what characteristics define a good teammate

Specifically on the Coach's Role, let's discuss the critical boundaries mentioned, such as the "rule of two" for conversations. What is the suggested primary job of a coach according to this section? How does the influence a coach has on an athlete underscore the importance of staying within defined roles and focusing on nurturing respectful, hardworking athletes