Raising a Champion

Born in Mt. Clemens, MI, Dave McNabb moved to the Delaware Valley in2010 when he was named the head golf pro at Applebrook Country Club in Malvern, PA.
Impressively, Dave didn't take up the sport of golf until his mid-20s, and has started playing some of his best golf later in life when many athletes are on the downslope of their careers.
Dave qualified for his first major PGA tournament at the age of 47. He first teed off with the pros at the 2013 PGA Championship at famed Oak Hill, and then subsequently qualified in 2014 at Valhalla and 2017 at Quail Hollow.
Dave is regarded as one of the top players in the Philadelphia area and is the proud owner of two Delaware State Open Championships and numerous Philadelphia PGA titles. Above all else, Dave’s passion lies with his family and his service to the membership at Applebrook Country Club.
In this episode, McNabb discusses starting the game of gold at a later age and how he's improved with age, and the state of golf within the younger generation including ways to make the game more enjoyable.

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Dr. Jay Cavanaugh is the owner and host of The Behind The Best brand. He is a highly sought-after Mental Performance Coach for Pro Athletes, most notably in motocross and the supercross circuit. His work also includes golf and tennis professionals.
Cavanaugh is also the founder of The VIBE Mindset. As a medical professional, a high-performance mindset coach for professional athletes, and an emotional intelligence coach for leaders, he focuses on robust techniques for self-mastery.
Cavanaugh also publishes a weekly newsletter to help athletes end performance anxiety and stop choking while improving focus with the ability to bounce back from failure.
In this episode, Dr. Cavanaugh discusses the key strategies in overcoming fear that can paralyze an athlete's mindset and how to overcome these mind-numbing obstacles.

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Dr. Joel Fish is a nationally recognized expert in sport psychology who has worked in the field for the past twenty-five years. He is a licensed psychologist who has worked extensively with athletes of all ages and skills levels, from youth sport through the Olympic and professional ranks. Dr. Fish has been a sport psychology consultant for the Philadelphia 76ers, the Philadelphia Flyers, the Philadelphia Phillies Organization,the USA Women’s National Field Hockey Team, and the USA Women’s National Soccer Team.
He is one of the only sport psychologists in the country who has worked with three professional sports teams in the same city at the same time. Dr. Fish has also served as a sport psychology consultant for Saint Joseph’s University, the University of Pennsylvania,and Temple University.
He has spoken nationwide on sport psychology at over 300 universities and is a popular presenter at a variety of athletic functions.
In this episode, Dr. Fish discusses the confidence issues young athletes battle with and how the deep dive involved in his psychoanalysis. He also discusses his book 101 Ways to become a Terrific Sports Parent.

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Amy Cohen just completed her 12th season as head coach of the West Chester University field hockey team. During her tenure, Cohen has led the Rams to three national championships with eight trips to the national semifinals, including most recently in 2022.
A 2002 graduate of Lafayette College with a bachelor’s degree in History, Cohen was a four-year starting goalkeeper for the Leopards (1998-2001).
In this episode, Cohen discusses what has led to her success which derives from her motto, "Be comfortable being uncomfortable" and how that philosophy has guided her to be one of the most successful coaches in Division-II field hockey.
Cohen openly discusses her gay lifestyle and her open door policy through relationships with players and their families, recruiting and coaching with her assistants and the support from the university.

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Are you ready to journey behind the scenes of youth sports with us? Brace yourselves, as we turn the spotlight on our guest, John Boruk, a former Philadelphia sportscaster and dedicated hockey parent. As we traverse through the fast-paced world of athletics, John shares valuable insights from his unique vantage point that combines both the perspectives of a seasoned sportscaster and a devoted parent navigating the world of youth sports.
In this riveting dialogue, we delve into the significance of your role as a parent in igniting a passion for sports in your child. We discuss how the pouring in of money has reshaped the sports landscape, making it more challenging for parents to foster a love for the game in their young ones. Our conversation takes a fascinating turn as we explore the value of unstructured play, leadership, and the critical commitment needed for children's development in sports.
But that's not all! We also bring to light how access to facilities like ice can significantly influence a young athlete's progress. From the importance of nutrition and leadership to handling the pressures of money in sports, we leave no stone unturned. So, join us for an enlightening conversation about youth sports, parental involvement, and the journey of raising a champion — a story of tenacity, passion, and perseverance.

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