Episode 031 FUN Maps with Amanda Visek

Dr. Amanda Visek joined the podcast to discuss her well-known work on what kids want from sports and coaches.

We discuss how she became interested in what kids want and delve into the methodology of how she interviewed kids to create the list and factors many of us have come to know.

One of the highlights was discussing how all the items listed play some role in a kid having a fun experience. So while somethings were lower rated, they still play a role in fun. I liken the list to a stew where leaving out one ingredient will not ruin the stew, but it does not taste as good as it could with all the ingredients.

We also get into a little of her research with Swedish youth basketball and hockey players.

You can follow Amanda on Twitter at AJVisek.