Forward | Better Athletes. Better People.
Forward is the youth sports podcast for parents, coaches, and mentors who want to develop better athletes—and better people. Hosted by Coach Joe Clemente and publisher Kevin Mulhearn, each episode explores youth sports, leadership, parenting, and personal growth through honest conversations, practical advice, and stories that challenge conventional wisdom. Inspired by the bestselling book The Long Ride Home, Forward helps families keep the game in perspective while never losing sight of what matters most.
Forward | Better Athletes. Better People.
Latest Episodes
FWD | When Should Parents Talk to the Coach?
⏩ In Episode 3 of Forward, Joe Clemente and Kevin Mulhearn tackle one of the biggest challenges in youth sports: knowing how—and when—to communicate with your child’s coach.From coaching your own son or daughter to navigating pl...
FWD | The Tough Guy Parent Trap
When does pushing a young athlete build resilience—and when does it begin to break them down?In Episode 2 of Forward, Joe Clemente and Kevin Mulhearn examine the “old-school tough guy” approach to parenting and coaching. Drawing...