Raising Athletes

In this episode, Kirsten dives deep into the fascinating journey of our Erica Perkins Jasper, an athletic director at Claremont-Mudd-Scripps, who began her career on the tennis courts as a 23 year old head coach. Erica has used the lessons she learned from years of coaching to transition into administration.  We’ll explore how their coaching philosophy has influenced their leadership style, the ch...

In this episode, Kirsten speaks with Olivia Zelon, a former volleyball player from the University of Texas at Austin, who has successfully transitioned from the sports arena to the business world as the founder of OUTPLAY, a cutting-edge nutrition company. Olivia shares her inspiring journey of how the discipline, teamwork, and resilience she developed on the volleyball court have been pivotal in...

In this episode, Kirsten speaks with Olivia Zelon, a former volleyball player from the University of Texas at Austin, who has successfully transitioned from the sports arena to the business world as the founder of OUTPLAY, a cutting-edge nutrition company. Olivia shares her inspiring journey of how the discipline, teamwork, and resilience she developed on the volleyball court have been pivotal in...

In this episode, Kirsten speaks with Olivia Zelon, a former volleyball player from the University of Texas at Austin, who has successfully transitioned from the sports arena to the business world as the founder of OUTPLAY, a cutting-edge nutrition company. Olivia shares her inspiring journey of how the discipline, teamwork, and resilience she developed on the volleyball court have been pivotal in...

Sean is a Hockey Strength and Conditioning Coach.  Most recently, he was the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Minnesota Wild from 2016 to 2022.  He served in the same capacity for the Men’s Ice Hockey and Field Hockey teams at Boston University in 2015/2016. Prior to joining the Terriers in the summer of 2015, Sean spent 13 seasons as the Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Anaheim...

Sean is a Hockey Strength and Conditioning Coach.  Most recently, he was the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Minnesota Wild from 2016 to 2022.  He served in the same capacity for the Men’s Ice Hockey and Field Hockey teams at Boston University in 2015/2016. Prior to joining the Terriers in the summer of 2015, Sean spent 13 seasons as the Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Anaheim...

After graduating from Villanova with a Master’s in Business Administration Jul Thomson is beginning her coaching career at George Mason University. At Villanova, she was a two-year grad transfer on the track and field team where she was a Big East champion in the discus, a two-time member of the Big East All-Conference team and a part of a Big East championship team. Jul competed in both the shot...

After graduating from Villanova with a Master’s in Business Administration Jul Thomson is beginning her coaching career at George Mason University. At Villanova, she was a two-year grad transfer on the track and field team where she was a Big East champion in the discus, a two-time member of the Big East All-Conference team and a part of a Big East championship team. Jul competed in both the shot...

Susie and Kirsten explain some essential lessons for parents raising athletes from the recreation level to the olympic level. Susie and Kirsten share their wealth of knowledge on how to get the best out of your child and how to ensure they stay athletes for life! SHOW NOTES! 5 Guidelines for Parenting Athletes (kirstenjonescoaching.lpages.co)   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.ads...

After graduating from Villanova with a Master’s in Business Administration Jul Thomson is beginning her coaching career at George Mason University. At Villanova, she was a two-year grad transfer on the track and field team where she was a Big East champion in the discus, a two-time member of the Big East All-Conference team and a part of a Big East championship team. Jul competed in both the shot...

In this episode, Kirsten and Susie dive into the crucial topic of self-esteem and its impact on young athletes. They explore strategies to help youth athletes develop a strong sense of self-worth and confidence, both on and off the field. Whether you're a parent, coach, or athlete, this episode offers essential guidance to empower the next generation to succeed and thrive in their athletic endeavo...

In this episode, Kirsten and Susie dive into the crucial topic of self-esteem and its impact on young athletes. They explore strategies to help youth athletes develop a strong sense of self-worth and confidence, both on and off the field. Whether you're a parent, coach, or athlete, this episode offers essential guidance to empower the next generation to succeed and thrive in their athletic endeavo...

Dr. Nelly Farnoody-Zahiri is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who specializes in working with Children, Youth & their Families. In her practice, she focuses on helping children and their families Cultivate Peace, and Good Mental Health using Family Prevention and Early Intervention Modalities.  She has been in Clinical Practice, and teaching Peace Learning Parenting Groups, and Toddler Groups...

Dr. Nelly Farnoody-Zahiri is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who specializes in working with Children, Youth & their Families. In her practice, she focuses on helping children and their families Cultivate Peace, and Good Mental Health using Family Prevention and Early Intervention Modalities.  She has been in Clinical Practice, and teaching Peace Learning Parenting Groups, and Toddler Groups...

Dr. Nelly Farnoody-Zahiri is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who specializes in working with Children, Youth & their Families. In her practice, she focuses on helping children and their families Cultivate Peace, and Good Mental Health using Family Prevention and Early Intervention Modalities.  She has been in Clinical Practice, and teaching Peace Learning Parenting Groups, and Toddler Groups...

Leah Jantzen is a Life and Business Strategist who works with highly motivated, energetic, enthusiastic, creative individuals looking to make profound changes in their lives. Leah empowers her clients to reach new heights with their innate abilities and talents. She is a self-help author, speaker, triathlete and performance coach. She specializes in training her clients to develop mental focus, to...

Leah Jantzen is a Life and Business Strategist who works with highly motivated, energetic, enthusiastic, creative individuals looking to make profound changes in their lives. Leah empowers her clients to reach new heights with their innate abilities and talents. She is a self-help author, speaker, triathlete and performance coach. She specializes in training her clients to develop mental focus, to...

Leah Jantzen is a Life and Business Strategist who works with highly motivated, energetic, enthusiastic, creative individuals looking to make profound changes in their lives. Leah empowers her clients to reach new heights with their innate abilities and talents. She is a self-help author, speaker, triathlete and performance coach. She specializes in training her clients to develop mental focus, to...

Peyton and Michael are co-founders of Ivy Method Tutors. Michael has worked as an educational consultant, tutor, and teacher for over fifteen years. After graduating from Harvard with honors, Michael was selected to join Teach for America, which sent him to New Haven, CT to teach 11th and 12th grade English; Michael was later one of fifty American teachers chosen to pilot Israel’s first summer sch...

Peyton McDavitt graduated from Harvard with an A.B. in The History of Art and Architecture, a citation in Spanish, and a love of teaching. While at Harvard, she began volunteering at the MLK Jr. elementary school in Cambridge, which ignited her long career of tutoring and mentorship. Her academic acumen spans from teaching young children to read to guiding advanced students through college essays...

Peyton McDavitt has recently been inducted into the Harvard Athletics Hall of Fame. Nominated by her sister for being a phenomenal player but more importantly a phenomenal teammate and leader. She now runs a Tutoring company, Ivy Method Tutors, with Michael Robin. Both of these Harvard graduates give amazing insights into college admissions process as well as share stories from their unique journe...

Dr. Desaree Festa, commonly known as “Dr. Dez,”is the sports psychologist for the Buffalo Bills. She works closely with many of the players on the Bills roster and leads the Rookie Success and Player Development programs which helps integrate rookies into the NFL. She has previously worked with teams in the NBA, NHL, and NASCAR. Dr. Dez is very passionate about her field and offers amazing advice...

Katie Steele is a former highly recruited D1 athlete who ran track and cross country for the famed University of Oregon team. After her running career intersected with the infamous coach Alberto Salazar, she was left with trauma for years to come. Deciding to dedicate her career to the integration of mental health care in athletics, she is now a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and co-founde...

Katie Steele is a former highly recruited D1 athlete who ran track and cross country for the famed University of Oregon team. After her running career intersected with the infamous coach Alberto Salazar, she was left with trauma for years to come. Deciding to dedicate her career to the integration of mental health care in athletics, she is now a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and co-founde...

This week on the podcast we have Jenn Zerling!  🏋️‍♀️✍️ JZ is a nutrition coach, personal trainer, speaker, and expert contributor to multiple publications. 🎓She holds a Masters degree in Kinesiology, an International Obesity Management certification, Nutrition credential, a Corrective Exercise Specialist credential, a Running certification, yoga 200+ hour certification and many other national ce...