Playing It Forward: A Guide for Parents and Coaches to Grow the Competitive Athlete

Life Lessons from the Athletic World, Book 1

By: Timothy Law

Narrated by: Vinnie Angelo

Just one new idea can make all the difference!

Parents and coaches of athletes, learn the key distinctions, accelerate your learning curve, and assist your son, daughter, or team gain rapid improvement regardless of the sport. Small, disciplined efforts will lead to big results! We can all become better coaches and this book will show you many of the lessons, strategies and coaching skills you can learn and apply immediately!

Some of these include proper team selection, keys to motivating your athletes, the four solid principles of good coaching, defining success, mental rehearsal, visualization skills, success stories and much more! This book will absolutely assist the parent or coach that wants to give their children or team a big edge over the competition and help avoid some of the challenges that face literally every team.

You can spend your time spinning your wheels through trial and error or use the five decades of trial and error from this experienced athletic coach.

Download today! Your kids and teams will thank you as they recognize how you are dealing with them and their teammates in a more productive, winning way!

©2017 Timothy Law (P)2025 Timothy Law

Parents and Coaches of Athletes

This book is an excellent resource for parents and coaches eager to uplift and empower young athletes. It illustrates how even small changes in mindset and approach can lead to meaningful growth both on and off the field. It emphasizes fundamentals like motivation, mindset, team dynamics, and defining success in a healthy way. I recommend parents with athletes read this book.

Practical for Parents and Coaches

The advice is grounded and usable. Whether you’re talking to a child after a tough loss or setting expectations at practice, the guidance translates directly into real situations. I’ve already changed how I communicate on and off the field.

A great gift for a young fan!

I bought this as a gift for a kid who loves football and is always asking questions about the game. I liked that it goes beyond just rules and stats and talks about teamwork, effort, and being a good sport. The mix of trivia, stories, and life lessons makes it feel engaging without being heavy. It felt like a gift that supports both their love of football and the kind of person they’re growing into.

kept me thinking afterward

I picked this up on a whim and ended up really enjoying it. The story felt grounded and relatable, and I found myself reflecting on choices, consequences, and how small actions can ripple forward. It wasn’t heavy or hard to follow, but it still had depth that stuck with me after I finished. The pacing kept me engaged, and I appreciated how the themes unfolded naturally. A thoughtful, easy read that leaves you with something to think about.

Tips for motivating athletes

Great resource for parents or coaches who want their young athletes to gain an edge without burning out or developing bad habits. This book gives a clear framework. It's short enough to listen to quickly and apply right away. If someone's tired of watching their team struggle with the same issues or wants to avoid common coaching mistakes, this offers a roadmap based on experience instead of guesswork.