Why are kids quitting sports at record levels? In this episode of the New Dad Order Podcast, Ray and Parfait break down the real reasons behind youth sports burnout—and what parents, coaches, and kids are getting wrong.From shocking statistics like 70% of kids quitting by age 13 to the pressure of travel sports, specialization, and rising costs, this conversation dives deep into the hidden factors driving kids away from sports. The guys also explore the difference between team sports vs individual sports, how identity and pressure impact young athletes, and whether quitting is ever the right decision.One of the most powerful moments in this episode centers around accountability—should a parent pull their child from a team for poor attitude, even if the team is winning?If you're a parent, coach, or athlete, this episode will challenge how you think about commitment, failure, and long-term development in youth sports.✦ Sponsored ByBurns Estate Planning & Wealth AdvisorsPresident & CEO: Ernie M. Burns, Jr.Master Certified Estate Planner (MCEP®)Forbes Top Financial Security Professional in Louisiana (2022 & 2023)Author of Total Retirement: A Step-By-Step Educational GuideHost of Total Retirement with Ernie Burns🌐 Website: https://burnsestateplanning.com📧 Email: marketing@burnsestateplanning.com✦ Business Inquiries📧 rbelvin91@gmail.com✦ Podcast HostsJerrard Parfait📧 jmparfait@gmail.com📱 Instagram: @itsparfaitRay Belvin📧 rbelvin91@gmail.com✦ Partners & Discounts💤 Sleep & RecoveryMelatonin-Free Sleep SupportPromo Code: NDOZZZ🔗 https://thirdzy.com/⚡ Energy BoostDubby Energy — Discount Applied Automatically🔗 https://www.dubby.gg/discount/NEWDADORDER?ref=fhfcqotb✦ New Dad Order — Official Links📸 Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/newdadorderpodcast1🎧 Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/4Zi2b2lmVbAr1m8mhHhjOK🎵 TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@newdadorder🍎 Apple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/new-dad-order/id1849310124🎙️ Amazon Musichttps://music.amazon.com/podcasts/ba418c03-7313-46c7-ae75-8dc55122a082/new-dad-order✦ Keywords / Hashtags#Fatherhood #ModernFatherhood #DadLife #NewDadOrder #YouthSports#KidsSports#SportsParenting#YouthAthletes#ParentingAdvice

In this New Dad Order conversation, Ray and Parfait break down the real reasons youth athletes walk away — from rising costs and travel ball pressure to divorce, scheduling conflicts, and parental influence.Is it burnout? Is it money? Or are parents unknowingly pushing kids out of sports?This episode dives into:The true cost of youth sports todayHow divorce and parenting schedules impact commitmentThe pressure kids face from adults and competitionWhy quitting looks different now vs the 80s and 90sWhen it’s okay to quit… and when it’s notIf you're a parent, coach, or former athlete — this is a conversation you need to hear.👇 Drop your experience in the comments — should kids be allowed to quit sports?✦ Sponsored ByBurns Estate Planning & Wealth AdvisorsPresident & CEO: Ernie M. Burns, Jr.Master Certified Estate Planner (MCEP®)Forbes Top Financial Security Professional in Louisiana (2022 & 2023)Author of Total Retirement: A Step-By-Step Educational GuideHost of Total Retirement with Ernie Burns🌐 Website: https://burnsestateplanning.com📧 Email: marketing@burnsestateplanning.com✦ Business Inquiries📧 rbelvin91@gmail.com✦ Podcast HostsJerrard Parfait📧 jmparfait@gmail.com📱 Instagram: @itsparfaitRay Belvin📧 rbelvin91@gmail.com✦ Partners & Discounts💤 Sleep & RecoveryMelatonin-Free Sleep SupportPromo Code: NDOZZZ🔗 https://thirdzy.com/⚡ Energy BoostDubby Energy — Discount Applied Automatically🔗 https://www.dubby.gg/discount/NEWDADORDER?ref=fhfcqotb✦ New Dad Order — Official Links📸 Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/newdadorderpodcast1🎧 Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/4Zi2b2lmVbAr1m8mhHhjOK🎵 TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@newdadorder🍎 Apple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/new-dad-order/id1849310124🎙️ Amazon Musichttps://music.amazon.com/podcasts/ba418c03-7313-46c7-ae75-8dc55122a082/new-dad-order✦ Keywords / Hashtags#Fatherhood #ModernFatherhood #gymbags #DadLife #NewDadOrder

In this episode of New Dad Order, Ray and Parfait break down the real reasons kids are quitting youth sports at record levels. From travel ball burnout and parent pressure to time demands and the rise of gaming, we dive into what’s driving this trend—and whether quitting is always a bad thing.We also compare today’s youth sports culture to past generations, discuss rec vs travel vs school sports, and talk about the importance of motivation, coaching, and development.Is this a youth sports crisis—or just reality?#YouthSports #Parenting #KidsSports #NewDadOrder #sportsdebate 🧱 Time Stamp0:00 – Hook (STAT)0:30 – Intro (fast, minimal)1:00 – The Comparison (80s vs now)3:00 – Main Causes-Travel ball burnout-Parent pressure-Time demands7:00 – System Problems Rec vs travel Coaching differences9:00 – Debate Layer Is quitting actually bad?11:00 – Takeaway “Teach commitment… but allow growth”✦ Sponsored ByBurns Estate Planning & Wealth AdvisorsPresident & CEO: Ernie M. Burns, Jr.Master Certified Estate Planner (MCEP®)Forbes Top Financial Security Professional in Louisiana (2022 & 2023)Author of Total Retirement: A Step-By-Step Educational GuideHost of Total Retirement with Ernie Burns🌐 Website: https://burnsestateplanning.com📧 Email: marketing@burnsestateplanning.com✦ Business Inquiries📧 rbelvin91@gmail.com✦ Podcast HostsJerrard Parfait📧 jmparfait@gmail.com📱 Instagram: @itsparfaitRay Belvin📧 rbelvin91@gmail.com✦ Partners & Discounts💤 Sleep & RecoveryMelatonin-Free Sleep SupportPromo Code: NDOZZZ🔗 https://thirdzy.com/⚡ Energy BoostDubby Energy — Discount Applied Automatically🔗 https://www.dubby.gg/discount/NEWDADORDER?ref=fhfcqotb✦ New Dad Order — Official Links📸 Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/newdadorderpodcast1🎧 Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/4Zi2b2lmVbAr1m8mhHhjOK🎵 TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@newdadorder🍎 Apple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/new-dad-order/id1849310124🎙️ Amazon Musichttps://music.amazon.com/podcasts/ba418c03-7313-46c7-ae75-8dc55122a082/new-dad-order✦ Keywords / Hashtags#Fatherhood #ModernFatherhood #gymbags #DadLife #NewDadOrder