Asia Mape

💛sports, creating, learning & my girls
Founder parents raise happy, healthy, and successful athletes.

[Asia Mape @ILTWYP]

This was not an easy one to write. But going through it was so incredibly necessary.💛
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[Asia Mape @ILTWYP]

@VolMomPickens @KarenWeekly Thank you!!

[Erica Mulholland, MS CSCS 👸🏼 @fitsoccerqueen]

@FitasaMamaBear @angiejphysio @ILTWYP 😍🥰

[Asia Mape @ILTWYP]

@BuckyBrooks It's all about the kid and their goals and sometimes the goal is just about playing and the joy. They don't have to be reaching for anything beyond that.

[Asia Mape @ILTWYP]

@DariusJButler Amen. Been there. Here ya go... Ignore the "Moms" plenty of Dads on here. https://t.co/9VVhYkWWx7

[Asia Mape @ILTWYP]

@katrinafelch 🙏🏼

[Youth Inc. @YouthInc]

What is the key to making the right choice for your young athlete? Ask yourself these three questions first!

A brand new Ask The Experts with parenting expert Asia Mape (@ILTWYP) is now LIVE on our YouTube Channel 📺

Watch now: https://t.co/vzCywfCSPT

[Asia Mape @ILTWYP]

Great to have Greg Berge (@gregberge) on the podcast! It’s been a while since we recorded, but worth the wait—really cool getting to know the man behind all the great tweets and content. Huge thanks to Greg for making time!🎙️👏 #Coaching #Leadership

Here are some of the things we talked about.
✅ How coaching changes over time – What Greg learned after stepping away and returning to coaching
✅ The biggest mistakes parents make – And how they unknowingly hold their kids back
✅ The real reason some teams overachieve – Hint: It’s not just talent
✅ Why less is more in coaching – How simplifying your approach leads to better results
✅ The myth of captains vs. leaders – Why the best leaders aren’t always the ones wearing the ‘C’

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[Asia Mape @ILTWYP]

For the back row now please!!!
FUN! Keep it fun.

[Jeremy Frisch @JeremyFrisch]

The amount of mini-adult training programs on social media is astounding...
Just an FYI: Kids have little desire to do:
planks
split squats
weighted carries
They literally have the rest of their lives to exercise. The pre-adolescent years should be dedicated to developing agility, balance, coordination, and body awareness in a dynamic and engaging environment.
It's important that children have positive movement experiences early in life so that have a desire to continue to move as they get older.
#LTAD

[Asia Mape @ILTWYP]

Here’s to another year of watching our kids grow, struggle, rise, stumble, discover who they are, and chase something they love. Being in the front row for all of it is a privilege.

Every year, I look backward before I look forward. The lessons of 2024 guide my 2025. So here's what I know for sure: I still have a lot to work on. I also discovered something else, I could finally take a few long-standing, tough-to-overcome, not-so-pleasant things off this list.

I am a work in progress. I want to be the best sports parent I can be for my daughters, so I keep working. I continue to learn, grow, and practice. So here's to it, 2025, LET'S GO!

#goals #2025 #newyear #sportsparenting #youthsports #growth

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[Greg Berge @GregBerge]

7 Reasons HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS Are the Best

As we kick off 2025, let’s take a moment to appreciate why high school sports are simply the BEST.

These experiences are one-of-a-kind, unforgettable, and create memories that stick with us forever.

Here are 7 reasons they mean so much:

1. PLAY WITH CHILDHOOD FRIENDS 🤝

- Small towns, small schools.
- No recruits, no transfers.
- Just kids who’ve grown up together since 2nd grade.
- Like brothers or sisters, the bond is unmatched.

2. RIVALRY GAMES 🏀

- Nothing beats the intensity of high school rivalries.
- A close game.
- Bragging rights are on the line.
- It’s what makes the season electric.

3. STUDENT SECTIONS 📣

- Your friends cheering their hearts out.
- School spirit alive and thriving.
- A packed gym or stadium shaking with noise.
- Nothing compares.

4. THE PEP BAND 🥁

- Classmates playing their hearts out.
- Loud, proud, and adding to the crazy atmosphere.
- It’s pure magic.

5. PLAY FOR FRIENDS, FAMILY, AND COMMUNITY 🏟️

- Fans in the stands, rooting for you.
- Brings the school and community together.
- A shared experience that builds lifelong connections.

6. PURE JOY AND PASSION ⭐

- The energy, passion, and pure joy of the game.
- Authentic, raw, and unforgettable.
- One of the greatest feelings you’ll ever have.

7. MEMORIES FOR A LIFETIME 🕰️

- These moments will stay with you forever.
- When you look back on your high school years, these memories will be some of the best!
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[Asia Mape @ILTWYP]

Here’s to another year of watching our kids grow, struggle, rise, stumble, discover who they are, and chase something they love. Being in the front row for all of it is a privilege. In 2025, I hope to do better and continue to try not to mess it up!

Every year, I look backward before I look forward. The lessons of 2024 guide my 2025. So here's what I know for sure: I still have a lot to work on. I also discovered something else: I could finally take a few long-standing, tough-to-overcome, not-so-pleasant things off this list, which makes me very happy.

I am a work in progress. I want to be the best sports parent I can be for my daughters, so I keep working. I continue to learn, grow, and practice. LET’S GO 2025 🥳🥂

#YouthSports #SportsParenting #GratefulHeart #2025Goals #ParentingJourney #KeepGrowing #ILoveToWatchYouPlay

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[Erica Mulholland, MS CSCS 👸🏼 @fitsoccerqueen]

Some amazing podcast guests we've had this year:

@SimonBrundish
@carmenbott
@ILTWYP
@CoachKurtHines
@jamesbaker_8
@CoachWaldrum
@BrendanThompsn
@matthewibrahim_
@Don_K_Williams
@Softtop67
@JustFlySports
@_ToddBeane
@houndsspeed

[Asia Mape @ILTWYP]

@fitsoccerqueen @SimonBrundish @CoachKurtHines @jamesbaker_8 @CoachWaldrum @BrendanThompsn @matthewibrahim_ @Don_K_Williams @Softtop67 @JustFlySports @_ToddBeane @houndsspeed Honored to be a part of this great list! Thank you for having me on.

[Asia Mape @ILTWYP]

@girlGIGpodcast @MalindaAdams @espn I love this! Thank you for including me.

[Asia Mape @ILTWYP]

👏🏼🙏🏼So much respect and love for coaches.

[Greg Berge @GregBerge]

10 Reasons HS Coaches Are the HEART of Sports ❤️

High school coaches don’t just teach plays - they shape lives.

While college and pro coaches have massive resources, HS coaches work with limited time, tight budgets, and endless challenges.

Yet their impact is unmatched.

Here’s why high school coaches are true game-changers:

1: They Shape Lives, Not Just Athletes - High school coaches are often the first mentors kids have outside of their families, teaching life lessons that last a lifetime.

2: They Wear Multiple Hats - Unlike college or pro coaches, they’re also teachers, bus drivers, counselors, and sometimes field maintenance crews.

3: They Work with Limited Resources - Small budgets, few assistants, and hand-me-down equipment - yet they still find a way to succeed.

4: They Build from Scratch - They coach everyone, from the star athlete to the kid who’s never played before, developing players who may never see the spotlight.

5: They Are the Culture Keepers - In many schools, the coach is the program, defining the culture and traditions for future generations.

6: They Face Community Pressure - High school coaches aren’t just leading a team; they represent a school, a town, and its expectations.

7: They Balance Full-Time Jobs - Most high school coaches do more than just coach; they also teach classes or work other full-time jobs.

8: They Build Relationships - High school coaches don’t recruit talent; they develop it by building trust and connections over time.

9: They Handle Parents and Politics - Managing parent expectations, team dynamics, and school administration requires patience and skills many overlook.

10: They Do It for the Love of the Game - High school coaches don’t coach for fame or big paychecks; they do it because they love the sport, the kids, and the opportunity to make a difference.

High school coaching isn’t easy, but it’s powerful. These coaches' impact goes far beyond wins and losses - it’s measured in lives changed.

To all the high school coaches, thank you for what you do. You’re the real MVPs!
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[Asia Mape @ILTWYP]

Someone needs to hire her right now.

[Happy Punch @HappyPunch]

Mike Tyson definitely forgot he was talking to a kid while answering that question 😭

[Asia Mape @ILTWYP]

This is the story of why one coach has made it his mission to change youth soccer.

I have been following Nate Baker now for several months.

He is redefining what it means to coach youth soccer with an unwavering dedication to development, putting the long-term growth of each child at the center of his approach. His dedication goes far beyond teaching skills and tactics—Nate is committed to developing whole, well-rounded individuals who are resilient, confident, and empowered both on and off the field.
In a world where the pressure to win often overshadows true growth, Nate is pushing forward with a different approach, grounded in the belief that nurturing the human being is as important as training the athlete.

He documents his learnings, teachings, and philosophies in his newsletter and on LinkedIn, where he inspires others to rethink the true goals of youth sports. Both links are available in the article.

If you know of someone like Nate, I would love to hear about them! DM me please!
#coaching #development #soccer #soccercoach

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[Asia Mape @ILTWYP]

Coaching is one of the hardest jobs there is AND one of the most important! Yet, like teachers, it's underpaid and undervalued. Thank you for all you and your husband do and sacrifice! Let me know if you are open to it, I'd love to make it into a blog post and share it on my website, https://t.co/JwvEay0QWE. Also, here's a great follow for you if you don't know her work already, https://t.co/oiDDrJsh45

[Asia Mape @ILTWYP]

@gregberge They typically have greater joy for their eventual chosen sport, less burned out.