What’s the real goal of youth sports?. In this episode, we take a step back to reflect on what really matters—building confidence, character, and connection in young athletes.

We talk about the wins, the losses, the team chemistry, and the mindset that drives it all. This episode is full of real stories and honest lessons from our own journey as coaches, parents, and leaders in youth sports.

Whether you're on the field, in the stands, or in the dugout, we break down how to support kids the right way—on and off the field.

🎯 Here’s what we cover:

• How we build confidence in young athletes

• What The Sweet Spot Mindset really means

• How to handle a loss—or even a win—with purpose

• Why staying composed as a coach or parent makes all the difference

• Teaching teamwork, gratitude, and real resilience

This one’s a reminder: youth sports isn’t about the scoreboard—it’s about life.

#SweetSpotPodcast #BaseballPodcast #YouthBaseball #CoachingTips #ParentingInSports

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Who are we?

📌Daylan Gil: / coach_daylan

📌 Albert Carmenates: / coach__albert

Follow us on our Instagram

📌 Sweet Spot Podcast: / the_sweetspot_pod

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What does it really take to lead a successful college athletics program?

In this episode, we sit down with *Scott Carr, Athletic Director at Florida International University* (FIU), to get an inside look into the world of college athletics.

Scott opens up about the *real life of an athletic director* , the growing influence of NIL and the transfer portal, and why *culture and relationships* are everything when it comes to building a winning program. He also shares candid thoughts on *balancing family and career* , and what young professionals need to know if they want to work in college athletics.

🎯 Key Topics:

The evolving role of an Athletic Director

NIL, transfer portal & recruiting challenges

How to build a strong culture in college sports

Career advice for future athletic directors

The importance of family, leadership & legacy

Whether you’re a coach, parent, student-athlete, or sports industry pro, this episode offers powerful insight from the top of the game.

#SweetSpotPodcast #BaseballPodcast #YouthBaseball #CoachingTips #ParentingInSports

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X guest *Scott Carr*

📌 https://x.com/scottcarrad

Instagram FIU Athletic:

📌 https://www.instagram.com/fiuathletics/

Who are we?

📌Daylan Gil: https://www.instagram.com/coach_daylan/

📌 Albert Carmenates: https://www.instagram.com/coach__albert/

Follow us on our Instagram

📌 Sweet Spot Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/the_sweetspot_pod/

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What does it take to raise a Major League Baseball player? In this powerful and emotional episode of the SweetSpot Podcast, we’re joined by Joaquin Neto—father of Angels infielder Zach Neto—for a heartfelt conversation that goes far beyond the field.

Joaquin opens up about the sacrifices, discipline, and mindset it took to guide his son from Little League to the big leagues. From his military upbringing to setting household standards like “make your bed every morning,” Joaquin’s story is one of intentional parenting, tough love, and unwavering belief.

You’ll hear about:

The exact moment Joaquin knew Zach had what it takes to play pro ball

How they dealt with two major surgeries before Zach was even a teenager

The call-up to the MLB—and how Joaquin hung up thinking it was a joke

The emotional rollercoaster of coaching your own child

The often-overlooked importance of patience, timing, and character in youth sports

Whether you’re a parent trying to do right by your kid, a coach looking to make a real impact, or a young player chasing your dream, this episode delivers real wisdom, relatable struggles, and a reminder that the journey is just as important as the destination.

Stick around till the end for a full-circle story about impact, legacy, and what it means to truly "make it."

If this story inspired you, share it with a fellow parent, coach, or player who needs to hear it. Drop a comment, and follow us on Instagram for more powerful episodes that bring heart to the game.

#SweetSpotPodcast #BaseballDad #MLBJourney #YouthSports #BaseballLife #RaisingChampions #CoachLife #BaseballFamily #MakeYourBed #FatherhoodGoals #MentalGame #BaseballMotivation #FromTheDugout #MLBProspect #SportsParenting #BaseballDevelopment #InspireAthletes #ParentingWins #ZachNetto #BaseballStories

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