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The Sports Mom Playbook

The Sports Mom Playbook

Written by: Official Sports Mom MVP
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 The Sports Mom Playbook is a podcast that takes you behind the scenes with real moms and industry experts about all things youth sports. Join hosts Rachel Heller and Yaritza Srichaiyan and get ready for this binge-worthy podcast that will help you make more use of your time on and off the field. Laugh along and join us in what we love doing: celebrating the true MVPs of the game—moms!

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  • 36. A New Chapter for The SportsMoms Podcast, You Don't want to Miss it.

    36. A New Chapter for The SportsMoms Podcast, You Don't want to Miss it.
    Jan 23 2026
    Sports moms get ready for This!

    In today's episode real conversations take center stage in this heartfelt episode of The Official SportsMoms Podcast. Rachel and Yaritza reflect on the new year, the chaos of post-holiday routines, and a major transition for the Sports Mom Playbook.

    Today, the hosts candidly share what it’s really like getting kids back into school after winter break, juggling packed schedules, homework overload, and finding moments to reset as busy sports moms. From laughing about routines to navigating exhaustion, this conversation feels like chatting with friends who get it.

    The biggest moment of the episode comes as Yaritza announces her decision to step away from the Sports Mom Playbook to focus on her growing real estate brokerage. She and Rachel reflect on building the podcast from the ground up, the powerful community they’ve created, and what’s next for the future of Sports Moms.

    Topics covered:
    • Life after the holidays as a sports mom
    • Back-to-school routines and burnout
    • Building a supportive sports mom community
    • Navigating business transitions and seasons of change
    • What’s next for The Official SportsMoms Podcast

    This episode is a reminder that seasons change — and sometimes stepping back is part of moving forward. We will keep you up to date on ALL things Podcast.

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    8 mins
  • 35. Youth Athlete Hygiene 101 (What Sports Parents Need to Know) with Chantel L. Powell

    35. Youth Athlete Hygiene 101 (What Sports Parents Need to Know) with Chantel L. Powell
    Jan 9 2026
    If you’re raising an athlete, you already know: youth athlete hygiene is a full-time job. Between sweaty practices, all-day tournaments, and sports bags that never fully air out, it’s easy for funk to become the norm.

    In today’s episode of The Sports Mom Playbook, we’re joined in-studio by Chantel L. Powell (CEO, mom of three, and founder of PlayPits) for a practical, honest conversation about keeping active kids clean, confident, and comfortable, without harsh ingredients or complicated routines.

    This episode covers:
    • The most overlooked youth athlete hygiene mistakes parents make
    • Why post-practice odor hits differently (especially in the car 😅)
    • How to build a simple hygiene routine that kids will actually follow
    • Sensitive skin + eczema considerations for deodorant and body care
    • Balancing sports schedules, parenting, and leadership (without chasing “perfect balance”)
    • How Chantel scaled from homemade solutions to national growth (and rebuilt after major setbacks)
    • What sports families need next for odor control: wipes, bags, shoes, and gear

    You’ll walk away with practical takeaways you can use this week, plus a new perspective on helping your athlete feel confident on and off the field.

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    56 mins
  • 34. Manners, Mealtimes & Meltdowns: Real Talk for Sports Moms

    34. Manners, Mealtimes & Meltdowns: Real Talk for Sports Moms
    Dec 19 2025
    Manners matter — and as sports moms, we’re teaching them everywhere: at the dinner table, in the locker room, at restaurants, and in real life.

    In this episode of The Official SportsMoms Playbook Podcast, hosts Yaritza and Rachel dive into the often hilarious, sometimes frustrating, and always important topic of teaching manners to our kids. From food etiquette and table manners to bathroom habits, eye contact, respect, and being a good teammate, this conversation is full of real-life stories, relatable parenting moments, and practical takeaways you can actually use.

    Inspired by a parenting book built around 52 essential manners, the moms talk about how small conversations at home can shape big behavior changes in public — without shaming, forcing, or power struggles. They also unpack how manners connect to emotional intelligence, body awareness, food relationships, and sportsmanship.

    You’ll hear stories about:
    • Teaching kids how to politely decline food without offending others
    • Navigating food sensitivities and public settings
    • Why forcing kids to “clean their plate” can backfire
    • Bathroom manners, table manners, and respect for shared spaces
    • Raising kids to be respectful teammates on and off the field
    • Real mom hacks for restaurants, social events, and busy schedules
    Whether you’re parenting toddlers, elementary-age kids, or entering the moody pre-teen years, this episode will make you laugh, nod along, and maybe rethink how you approach manners in your home.

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    41 mins
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