Dr Jo Lukins

In The Grandstands: A parent's guide to building a happy, confident and resilient athletic teen through the highs and lows of sport Dr Jo Lukins

As rewarding as sports parenting can be, it's not always easy...

So, how do you champion your child without getting in the way?



Improving fitness, learning new skills and making friends are just some of the positive experiences on offer to children in sport - but the biggest and most important reason kids play sport is because it's fun.



However, as teens develop in their sport, it can also be a minefield of disappointment, frustration and conflict. Mental high-performance coach Dr Jo Lukins has helped athletes and families competing from modified juniors to the world stage. Through her professional experience and as a sporting parent herself, she has experienced firsthand how difficult it can be for parents to manage themselves, let alone support their children, in challenging moments. But with the right knowledge and strategies you can help your teen be their best and retain their love of the game.



In this practical and accessible guide, Dr Lukins, shares her proven tips to help your family navigate their way through the highs and lows of sport. Delivered in easily digestible bite-sized insights you'll learn how to best support your teen (both at home and from the grandstands) and gain a better understanding of the young sporting mind and what it needs to thrive.