Project 3P
Behind every athlete is a story that goes far beyond the scoreboard. While youth sports offer incredible opportunities for growth, they also bring pressure, expectations, setbacks, and the constant challenge of balancing competition with well being.
As parents, coaches, educators, and mentors, it's worth asking: Are we developing great athletes, or are we developing healthy, resilient young people?
Welcome to Project 3P. I'm your host Shirod Ince, and together we'll explore the intersection of mental health, youth sports, and the emotional journey of competition. We'll have honest conversations about the highs of victory, the lessons found in defeat, and the importance of building confidence, resilience, and character both on and off the court.
We'll dive into three guiding principles that can shape every athlete's journey: Purpose, Poise and Passion. These aren't just ideas, they're practical tools that help young athletes thrive in sports and in life.
Whether you're a parent trying to support your child, a coach trying to build a positive team culture, or an athlete striving to reach your potential, this podcast is for you.
We'll share practical strategies, expert insights, and real life stories to help navigate the challenges of competition while protecting what matters most: mental health, confidence, and personal growth.
Because at the end of the day, success isn't measured only by wins and championships, it's measured by the people our athletes become along the way.
Project 3P
Latest Episodes
A Playbook for Community and Culture (feat. Nick Brown)
Youth sports can be the best classroom a kid ever has or the loudest source of stress in their life. I sit down with Nick Brown, Husband, Father, Football Coach, Operating Partner, Director of Operations and Owner at Shoebox Sports in Fenton, M...
A Playbook for Rebuilding Youth Sports (feat. Scott Heinze)
Youth sports can shape a kid for life, or convince them they’re “not good enough” by age 12. I talk with Scott Heinze, Founder of Whole Child Athletics about why the current system pushes so many kids out, and what it looks like to rebuild yout...
A Playbook for Rebirth And Resurgence
Burnout doesn’t always look like quitting. Sometimes it looks like doing everything right on paper while slowly running out of yourself. After time away, we’re back with a personal reset and a practical framework for athletes, parents, and coac...
A Playbook for Building A Village
Your talent can open doors, but your village decides what happens next. We’re talking about the real support system behind sustainable success and how to build one that actually fits your life instead of distracting you from it. From the meanin...
A Playbook for Delays and Denials
Ever feel like your ambitions are constantly being pushed back, as if the universe is saying "not yet"? Join me, Shirod Ince, as we unveil the incredible stories of individuals who’ve turned their delayed dreams into triumphant realities. Prepa...
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