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Court-side moms

165 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 27 ratings

Bright lights, centre court, multimillion dollar contracts and adoring fans. That’s what most of us imagine when we think of the world of professional athletes. But what is the story behind the images? What does the road to stardom look like? What does it take to get there? Who better to answer these questions and many more, than the moms who were there every step of the way.“Court-Side Moms” is the first of its kind to focus solely on the experiences of professional basketball player’s mothers, giving us a new perspective on the lives of some of our favorite athletes. We explore the thoughts, feelings and experiences of those moms who have watched their children join the elite world of pro sports. The joys, the challenges, the heart aches, the big and small moments that transformed their lives and those of their children. No one understands this better than Wendy Sparks, the mother of Toronto Raptors Center, Khem Birch and the host of Court-side Moms. Wendy will sit down with other basketball moms to hear their stories, creating the first platform for moms to kick back and chat about their kids, and to discuss the reality of raising high performance athletes.

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Episodes

Monica Baldwin

November 12, 2019 05:00 - 1 hour - 42.1 MB

In-depth interview with Monica Baldwin, mother of Wade Baldwin IV.

Wade Baldwin IV's mom Monica Baldwin

November 12, 2019 05:00 - 1 hour - 42.2 MB

In the fourth episode of Court-side Moms, Wendy hosts Monica Baldwin, mother of Vanderbilt star and current EuroLeague guard Wade Baldwin IV.  Monica, a former FBI agent, shares her experiences and insights from the time Wade was a child playing at the local YMCA to NBA draft night - the emotion of seeing her son on the draft stage – waiting to see if and when he would get picked and the unbelievable moment when his name was called and he walked across the stage.  Wendy explores with Monica ...

Wade Baldwin IV's mom Monica Baldwin

November 12, 2019 05:00 - 1 hour - 42.2 MB

Court-side Moms, Wendy hosts Monica Baldwin, mother of Vanderbilt star and current EuroLeague guard Wade Baldwin IV.  Monica, a former FBI agent, shares her experiences and insights from the time Wade was a child playing at the local YMCA to NBA draft night - the emotion of seeing her son on the draft stage – waiting to see if and when he would get picked and the unbelievable moment when his name was called and he walked across the stage.  Wendy explores with Monica the wide range of emotion...

Episode #4 - Monica Baldwin (Mother to Vanderbilt star Wade Baldwin IV)

November 12, 2019 05:00 - 1 hour - 42.2 MB

In the fourth episode of Court-side Moms, Wendy hosts Monica Baldwin, mother of Vanderbilt star and current EuroLeague guard Wade Baldwin IV.  Monica, a former FBI agent, shares her experiences and insights from the time Wade was a child playing at the local YMCA to NBA draft night - the emotion of seeing her son on the draft stage – waiting to see if and when he would get picked and the unbelievable moment when his name was called and he walked across the stage.  Wendy explores with Monica ...

Shelly Davis Gordon & Elise Gordon

October 29, 2019 04:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MB

In-depth interview with Shelly Davis Gordon & Elise Gordon, Aaron Gordon's mom and sister (also brand manager!) respectively.

Aaron Gordon's mom Shelly Davis Gordon & Elise Gordon

October 29, 2019 04:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MB

Court-side Moms comes live from Centre Court at Amway Centre, home of the Orlando Magic.  Today, host Wendy Sparks interviews Shelly Davis Gordon, mother of the Magic’s Aaron Gordon, along with Aaron’s sister, Elise Gordon who plays the important role of his brand manager and agent. Hear Shelly share stories of her “ball obsessed” child and how Aaron’s determination, grit and passion for the game led him to the NBA.   Shelly and Elise talk about their experiences in the world of professional...

Episode #3 - Shelly Davis Gordon & Elise Gordon (Family of Orlando Magic Star Aaron Gordon)

October 29, 2019 04:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MB

Our third episode of Court-side Moms comes live from Centre Court at Amway Centre, home of the Orlando Magic.  Today, host Wendy Sparks interviews Shelly Davis Gordon, mother of the Magic’s Aaron Gordon, along with Aaron’s sister, Elise Gordon who plays the important role of his brand manager and agent. Hear Shelly share stories of her “ball obsessed” child and how Aaron’s determination, grit and passion for the game led him to the NBA.   Shelly and Elise talk about their experiences in the ...

Episode #3 - Shelly David Gordon & Elise Gordon (Family of Orlando Magic Star Aaron Gordon)

October 29, 2019 04:00 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MB

In-depth interview with Shelly Davis Gordon & Elise Gordon, Aaron Gordon's mom and sister (also brand manager!) respectively.

Episode #2 - Leisa Washington (NBA/WNBA Agent and Mom to former U of Wisconsin guard Dakota Whyte)

October 15, 2019 03:00 - 46 minutes - 32 MB

In our second episode our guest, Leisa Washington, shares what it’s like to be a female agent in the male dominated world of professional basketball.  Leisa,  Canada’s first NBA/WNBA player agent talks about the adversity she faces and the fine line she walks, striving to be true to herself and prove she is an equal in a playing field dominated by men.  She shares her insights into what it takes to succeed in such an environment, the importance of authenticity and how the agency she serves a...

Dakota Whyte's mom Leisa Washington

October 15, 2019 03:00 - 46 minutes - 32 MB

Leisa Washington, shares what it’s like to be a female agent in the male dominated world of professional basketball.  Leisa,  Canada’s first NBA/WNBA player agent talks about the adversity she faces and the fine line she walks, striving to be true to herself and prove she is an equal in a playing field dominated by men.  She shares her insights into what it takes to succeed in such an environment, the importance of authenticity and how the agency she serves as Vice President of, Serving Athl...

Leisa Washington

October 15, 2019 03:00 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MB

In-depth interview with Leisa Washington, Canada's first female NBA/WNBA player agent

Edith Bennett

October 01, 2019 03:00 - 54 minutes - 37.6 MB

In-depth interview with Anthony Bennett’s mom, Edith

Episode #1 - Edith Bennett (Mother to the 2013 First overall NBA draft pick, Anthony Bennett)

October 01, 2019 03:00 - 54 minutes - 37.6 MB

In our inaugural episode of Court-side Moms, we meet Edith Bennett, the mom of 2013 first overall draft pick Anthony Bennett.  The 6’8” superstar had the world at his feet the night of June 27 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, NY.  He was the first Canadian to be drafted number one overall and his future in basketball seemed secure.  What followed were years of disappointments, multiple trades and one last chance with the Houston Rockets.  Tune in to hear about Anthony’s incredible journey fro...

Anthony Bennett's mom Edith Bennett

October 01, 2019 03:00 - 54 minutes - 37.6 MB

Welcome to Court-side Moms, we meet Edith Bennett, the mom of 2013 first overall draft pick Anthony Bennett.  The 6’8” superstar had the world at his feet the night of June 27 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, NY.  He was the first Canadian to be drafted number one overall and his future in basketball seemed secure.  What followed were years of disappointments, multiple trades and one last chance with the Houston Rockets.  Tune in to hear about Anthony’s incredible journey from the perspective...

Anthony Bennett's mom Edith Bennett

October 01, 2019 03:00 - 54 minutes - 37.6 MB

In our inaugural episode of Court-side Moms, we meet Edith Bennett, the mom of 2013 first overall draft pick Anthony Bennett.  The 6’8” superstar had the world at his feet the night of June 27 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, NY.  He was the first Canadian to be drafted number one overall and his future in basketball seemed secure.  What followed were years of disappointments, multiple trades and one last chance with the Houston Rockets.  Tune in to hear about Anthony’s incredible journey fro...