{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/678e2f65d186489b1414237e/69138583dac02c1fcfb90bf4?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Coach Ballgame - Talks passion for coaching, sports parenting advice and more","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/678e2f65d186489b1414237e/1762887003183-45d185ce-f228-481c-9d31-fb181676ebc9.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>In this episode of&nbsp;<em>The Sports Parenting Playbook</em>, we sit down with&nbsp;<strong>Coach Ballgame (James Lowe)</strong>—a coach known for his infectious energy, creative approach, and deep love for baseball.</p><p><br></p><p>Together, we explore:</p><ul><li>⚾&nbsp;<strong>Engaging Coaching:</strong>&nbsp;How James brings fun, music, and personality to every practice and game.</li><li>❤️&nbsp;<strong>Passion for Baseball:</strong>&nbsp;Why keeping the sport playful and accessible matters more than stats.</li><li>👨‍👩‍👧&nbsp;<strong>Sports Parenting Advice:</strong>&nbsp;Practical tips for parents to support their young athletes without pressure.</li><li>🌟&nbsp;<strong>The Sandlot Tours Origin Story:</strong>&nbsp;The incredible moment when a stranger’s $20,000 donation sparked a nationwide movement.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Coach Ballgame’s journey is a reminder that sports are about joy, community, and lifelong memories—not just wins and losses.</p><p><br></p><h2>🔗 Resources &amp; Links</h2><ul><li>Follow Coach Ballgame on social media:&nbsp;@coachballgame</li><li>Learn more about&nbsp;<strong>Mini Athletics: www.miniathletics.com</strong></li><li>Check out upcoming&nbsp;<strong>Sandlot Tour</strong>&nbsp;events near you: https://www.coachballgame.com/</li></ul><p><br></p>","author_name":"Ben Russell "}