Sean & Kacey Walsh

Character Before Championships

Kids EN ↓ 6 episodes

How do I help my child succeed in sports without pressuring them? What are the best ways to develop mental toughness in young athletes? How can faith and character shape an athlete’s success? What should I do when my child faces failure or burnout in youth sports? How do I balance my child’s sports schedule with family and academics? If you’ve ever asked these questions, Character Before Championships is for you! This podcast is your go-to guide for raising and coaching young athletes who lead with character, resilience, and confidence—on and off the field. We dive into topics like: 🏆 Mental...

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Sean & Kacey Walsh

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Episode #5: Viral Video Backlash: The Heart Behind Our Message 21.08.2025 33:31

When one of our videos went viral, the comments came pouring in — some supportive, others challenging our stance. In this episode of Character Before Championships, we take time to address the backlash, clarify our heart, and share the deeper vision behind our shift from Walsh Family Athletics to Kingdom Kid Athletics. This isn’t just about sports. It’s about using athletics as a vehicle to teach...

Episode #4: Navigating the Coach-Parent Dynamic: Advocating for your Child Without Overstepping 14.08.2025 49:54

On this episode of the Character Before Championships Podcast, we tackle one of the toughest challenges in youth sports—the coach-parent dynamic. As a sports parent, how do you advocate for your young athlete without crossing the line into being an overbearing sports parent? We break down: - When to step in vs. when to step back in your child’s sports journey - Red flags in coaching and how to spo...

Episode #3: Are We Raising Resilient Kids? How Modern Parenting Affects Mental Toughness in Youth Sports 07.08.2025 1:02:47

Welcome back to the Character Before Championships Podcast — where we talk all things youth sports, parenting, and building resilient kids who lead with faith, grit, and discipline. In today’s episode — “Are We Raising Resilient Kids? How Modern Parenting Affects Mental Toughness in Youth Sports” — we’re diving into a big question many of us are asking: Are we making things too easy for our kids?...

Episode #2: Commit, Don't Quit: The Power of Perseverance 07.08.2025 35:42

In Episode 2 of Character Before Championships, we explore how sports can shape kids into confident, faith-filled leaders. From perseverance to leadership, discover the life lessons that athletics offer far beyond the field. Whether you're a parent, coach, or young athlete, this episode unpacks the values that build true champions—character, discipline, perseverance and faith. Topics Covered: ✅ P...

Episode #1: How Athletics Shaped Our Journey 07.08.2025 21:56

In this first episode, we’re sharing the heart behind Character Before Championships — our story as athletes, how sports have shaped our lives since we were teens, and why we’re so passionate about using athletics to teach our kids faith, resilience, hard work, and discipline. This podcast isn’t just about winning — it’s about raising champions in character. Welcome to the Character Before Champio...

Trailer: Beyond the Trophy: What Character Before Championships Is All About 30.04.2025 1:45

Welcome to Character Before Championships—the youth sports podcast where character, faith, and leadership take the lead. In this trailer, get a quick glimpse into what makes our show different. We’re not just talking wins and losses—we’re talking about mental toughness, discipline, confidence, sportsmanship, and resilience that young athletes need both on and off the field. Whether you're a parent...