Gridiron to Flags: Amber Clark‑Robinson’s Rise with Team USA

MicdinPod S1Ep 12 Laurie Bollin on AAU Basketball, Recruiting, NIL &Trusting the Process

What does it really take to develop young basketball players in today's game?This week on MicdIn, we sit down with Laurie Bollin, President and Head Coach of the Bay State Jaguars AAU Basketball Program. With decades of experience developing athletes and helping players reach the collegiate level, Laurie shares her perspective on the ever-changing youth basketball landscape. In this episode, we discuss:🏀 When athletes should start AAU basketball🏀 The evolution of the AAU circuit🏀 Player development vs. exposure🏀 Recruiting realities and misconceptions🏀 The impact of NIL on youth sports🏀 Building confidence and basketball IQ🏀 What parents should focus on during the journey🏀 Trusting the process in a world chasing shortcuts. Laurie also shares a powerful Orange Moment involving her daughter Shay and the decision to stay the course when others suggested chasing bigger opportunities. That experience helped shape one of the core messages she now shares with families: trust the process. Whether you're a parent, coach, athlete, or basketball fan, this conversation offers valuable insight into navigating youth sports the right way. #MicdIn #YouthBasketball #AAUBasketball #BasketballRecruiting #NIL #BayStateJaguars #GirlsBasketball #SportsParenting #playerdevelopment MicdIn Pod is an independent media platform. The views, opinions, and statements expressed by guests are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of MicdIn Pod, its hosts, affiliates, sponsors, or partners.MicdIn Pod is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially connected to any professional, collegiate, scholastic, amateur, or youth sports league, team, school, conference, governing body, or organization discussed on the podcast unless explicitly stated.Any references to teams, schools, leagues, organizations, trademarks, logos, or brand names are used for identification and commentary purposes only. All trademarks, service marks, team names, logos, and related intellectual property remain the property of their respective owners.Content presented on MicdIn Pod is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be construed as professional, legal, medical, recruiting, coaching, educational, or financial advice.

MicdIn Podcast welcomes Lamar Reddicks!

In this episode, Jeremy and Val sit down with Lamar Reddicks, one of the most respected coaches and athletic leaders in New England. A 1996 State Champion, Boston Globe All-Scholastic Super Teamer, Milton High School Hall of Famer, and former Bentley College captain and MVP, Coach Reddicks has built a career around developing athletes and leaders. His coaching journey includes stops at Harvard University, where he coached future NBA player Jeremy Lin, and Boston University before becoming Head Basketball Coach and Director of Athletics at Milton Academy in 2011. We discuss: 🏀 Building culture 🏀 Coaching at the high school and college levels 🏀 Developing confident, resilient athletes 🏀 What today's athletes and parents need to know about long-term development 🏀 Leadership lessons from decades in the game And, of course, Coach Reddicks shares his powerful Orange Moment—a lesson, a shift that helped shape his journey. Whether you're a parent, coach, athlete, or sports fan, this conversation is packed with insights on leadership, growth, and the impact a great coach can have on young people. 🎙️ Follow MicdIn for new episodes every Tuesday.

Gridiron to Flags: Amber Clark‑Robinson’s Rise with Team USA

oin us on this inspiring episode as we sit down with Amber Clark‑Robinson An elite flag football athlete, USA National Team standout, coach, and advocate for women’s sport. From her early athletic roots to competing on the world stage with USA Football, Amber shares what it takes to transition from tackle football and collegiate track & field to becoming one of the most dynamic defensive playmakers in international flag football. We dive into her mindset, training, leadership, and what success means beyond the scoreboard. Whether you're a fan of football, flag, or powerful personal journeys. This episode delivers motivation, insight, and the heart of a champion. Tune in to discover how Amber balances competition, coaching, and building the future of the game.

Kristine Lilly: Let Kids Lead, Multi-Sport Athletes & Lessons From a World Champion | MicdIn Podcast

What can youth sports parents learn from one of the greatest athletes of all time? This week on MicdIn, we sit down with Kristine Lilly, 2x Olympic Gold Medalist, 2x FIFA Women's World Cup Champion, and the most-capped player in international soccer history. From youth sports fields to the world's biggest stages, Kristine shares lessons that every parent, coach, and athlete can benefit from. In this episode, we discuss: ⚽ Why kids should be allowed to lead their own sports journey ⚽ The value of being a multi-sport athlete ⚽ How parents can support without taking over ⚽ Navigating the college recruiting process with your child ⚽ The opportunities sports can create beyond wins and losses ⚽ What it means to be a great teammate ⚽ World Cup experiences and lessons from championship teams 🧡 This week's Orange Moments Whether you're raising an athlete, coaching a team, or competing yourself, Kristine offers a refreshing perspective on what really matters in sports.

Melissa Bordieri & Carrie Wernig: Coaching, Confidence & The Reality of Youth Sports

This week on MicdIn, Jeremy & Val sit down with two respected leaders in Massachusetts field hockey — Coach Melissa Bordieri and Coach Carrie Wernig. From Division I athletics to decades of coaching and now raising athletes of their own, both coaches share powerful insight on confidence, athlete development, youth sports culture, and the realities parents and athletes face today. This episode dives into: *Leadership & toughness *Multi-sport athletes *Coaching evolution *Parenting through sports * Creating healthy team culture A must-listen for parents, athletes, and coaches navigating today’s youth sports world.