Parents Reveal the Tool That's Preventing Serious Youth Sports Injuries

In this episode of The SLIDE Podcast Show, Coach Aaron and Banana Jake sit down with David Lipetz, founder of Protec 365, to talk about a game-changing approach to youth athlete health management.
David shares how his background in sports medicine and experience with Team USA helped shape Protec 365, a platform built to give parents expert guidance in real time. We break down how families can better navigate injuries, overuse, nutrition, mental health, and performance concerns before small issues turn into major setbacks.
This conversation explores why youth athlete health management is about more than just treating injuries, it’s about helping parents make smarter decisions when it matters most. From pitch counts and athlete profiles to the gray zone between rest and return to play, David explains how Protec 365 gives families the confidence to act quickly and wisely.
In this episode, we cover:
How Protec 365 helps parents make faster health decisions
Why injury prevention and overuse protection matter in youth sports
The importance of tracking pitch counts, season load, and athlete history
How nutrition, mental health, and physical performance all connect
Why real-time expert support can change the future for young athletes
If you’re a parent, coach, or young athlete who wants to protect long-term health and performance, this episode is packed with practical insight you can use right away.
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