Will Loftus didn't start playing football until grade 10, yet he went on to win two Grey Cups and play 11 years in the CFL. In this episode, the BC Football Hall of Fame inductee and founder of Game Ready Fitness shares game-changing insights for parents navigating youth sports today.

What You'll Learn: 

✅ Why starting sports late can still lead to professional success 

✅ The power of multi-sport participation for athletic development 

✅ How to identify quality coaches who truly develop young athletes

✅ When (and if) kids should specialize in one sport 

✅ Breaking down barriers to sports access for all families 

✅ The difference between fitting in vs. truly belonging in youth sports 

✅ How to handle tryouts, cuts, and disappointment with your child 

✅ Why physical literacy matters more than elite performance for most kids 

Will's mission through Game Ready Fitness and the Washington Kids Foundation ensures every child has access to quality coaching and mentorship, regardless of background or skill level. His message to parents: Be present. Be your child's biggest cheerleader. You are their greatest coach.