🏃‍♂️ What if your high school athlete could go home by 4 p.m., ride bikes with friends, and still chase national titles?

This week, we’re joined by "Coach Mo" from The St. James Academy in Virginia, whose bold approach to youth development flips the script on burnout, over-scheduling, and unhealthy sports obsession. His work is creating balance for student-athletes and coaches alike.

In this powerful episode, you'll hear about:

🏫 Why St. James Academy is changing the game with its school-athletics model

🔥 Mo’s take on work-life balance for coaches and athletes alike

🛑 The dangers of 14-hour athlete days and what we can do differently

🎤 The upcoming fall track & field clinic hosted at St. James Academy

🏈 Mo’s journey from youth football coach to building a national track program

“Once I pull in that driveway, there is no more track and field.”

— Mo, on setting healthy boundaries in coaching

🔥 Don’t forget to check out the upcoming clinic this fall! Just Google "St. James Academy Track Clinic" to find the latest info.

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