Dave Wilson Bio:

Dave and Ann Wilson are co-founders at Kensington Church, a national, multi-campus church that hosts more than 14,000 attendees every weekend. For the past thirty-five years, they have been featured speakers at Family Life’s Weekend to Remember®, and have also hosted their own marriage conferences across the country. Authors of the best selling Vertical Marriage, No Perfect Parents, and How To Speak Life To Your Husband When All You Want To Do Is Yell At Him. They live in the Detroit area, where Dave has served as the Detroit Lions Chaplain for thirty-three years and are now the Marriage and Family Directors at Heritage Church in Sterling Heights Michigan. They have three grown sons, CJ, Austin, and Cody, three daughters-in-law, and seven grandchildren.

Contact Dave Wilson:

• Instagram: @daveannwilson

Contact Hosts:

• Dr. Keith Brennan
• Rob Stein

Summary:

In this engaging conversation, Dr. Keith and Rob Stein interview Dave Wilson, who shares his unique experiences as a chaplain for the Detroit Lions and his insights on the intersection of youth sports, spirituality, and parenting. The discussion covers the importance of character development in youth sports, the role of spirituality in professional athletics, and how parents can navigate the pressures of youth sports while ensuring their children have fun and grow as individuals. Dave emphasizes the need for parents to model the right values and set clear goals for their children's development, while also highlighting the significance of joy in sports and life.

Takeaways:

• The importance of spirituality in sports is often overlooked.
• Youth sports should prioritize fun and character development.
• Parents need to model the values they want to instill in their children.
• Setting clear goals for youth development is crucial.
• Joy in sports can lead to better performance and relationships.
• The pressure from parents can negatively impact children's enjoyment of sports.
• Every child is different; parenting styles should be adapted accordingly.
• Youth sports can teach valuable life skills beyond athletic performance.
• It's essential to navigate the youth sports culture thoughtfully.
• Building a supportive community around youth sports is vital.