Name
Remembering The Athlete: Why It's Good Business To Keep The Athlete At The Center Of The Youth Sports Boom
Date & Time
Tuesday, April 14, 2026, 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Description

Panelists:

  • Justin Hoeveler (President, US Sports Camps) 
  • Zach Lutz (Former MLB Player and Director of Player Development, All-Star Sports Academy) 
  • Shannon Gunby (Founder, On Deck Circle)

Moderator:

  • Jason Sacks (CEO, Positive Coaching Alliance)

 

Hear from leaders in developing athletes and positive coaches:

  • How keeping the athlete at the center increases participation
  • Managing parent expectations
  • New methods for development: progress vs. outcomes
  • International models: Norway, the Balkans, Venezuela, and more
  • Costs, equity, and accessibility: what more can we do?
Location Name
Speaking Hall 2
Full Address
The Switch House by Cescaphe
1325 Beach St
Philadelphia, PA 19125
United States