Schupak Sports
Schupak Sports explores youth sports through the lens of coaching, parenting, and player development, with a strong emphasis on the early years—from tee ball through the youth and middle school levels.
Hosted by longtime youth sports coach and author Marty Schupak, the show offers practical commentary on effective practices, age-appropriate training, communication with parents, and creating positive sports experiences for kids. Drawing on over 30 years of coaching experience, Marty shares real-world insights, simple drills, and common-sense guidance for volunteer coaches and sports parents alike.
Schupak Sports also features conversations and interviews with people involved in youth and amateur sports, offering perspective on leadership, development, and long-term growth.
Whether you coach, parent, or simply care about youth sports being done the right way, this podcast focuses on what actually helps kids learn, enjoy the game, and want to keep playing.
Learn more at www.SchupakSports.com
Schupak Sports
Making Your Own Sports Equipment Instead of Spending Hundreds
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Youth sports don’t need expensive equipment to be effective—especially when kids are just getting started.
In this episode, Marty Schupak shares practical ways parents and coaches can create useful sports equipment and drills using everyday items found around the house. Drawing on decades of youth coaching experience, Marty explains why creativity often matters more than cost, and how simple solutions can provide the same benefits as high-priced gear.
The discussion includes a real-world example of building a safe, functional hitting net substitute using a tarp, bicycle hooks, and bungee cords—avoiding the need to purchase an expensive net. Marty also talks about how walking your neighborhood and asking for unused sporting goods can uncover a surprising amount of equipment sitting in garages, waiting to be used again.
Beyond saving money, this episode highlights the impact creativity has on kids. When young athletes see adults problem-solve, build, and improvise, it sends a powerful message about effort, resourcefulness, and confidence. Those lessons often matter as much as anything learned on the field.
This commentary is designed for parents, volunteer coaches, and anyone looking to support youth sports without unnecessary expense—while still giving kids meaningful opportunities to practice, learn, and enjoy the game.
Learn more at www.SchupakSports.com
Schupak Sports is a weekly youth sports commentary hosted by longtime coach and author Marty Schupak. New episodes are released on Fridays. Learn more at www.SchupakSports.com.