🔥 “The Journey” Episode 3: The Smith’s Trust, Coaching, and the High School Years скачать в хорошем качестве

🔥 “The Journey” Episode 3: The Smith’s Trust, Coaching, and the High School Years

In this episode of “The Journey”, Rodney and Nikki Smith reflect on the high school years a time when trust, decision-making, and long-term vision became more important than ever for their family. They discuss the importance of finding the right AAU coach and how that decision can shape an athlete’s future. After a discouraging experience with a trainer earlier in NaLyssa’s journey, Nikki was hesitant to let anyone else coach her until Coach Ray Caldwell persistently asked for the opportunity to work with NaLyssa. The Smiths share how that trust was eventually built and why having the right voice in her corner mattered. The episode also touches on their experiences navigating the soccer world with their son, including the challenges they faced as African American parents in that space. In addition, Rodney and Nikki explain their decision to send NaLyssa to East Central instead of Judson, emphasizing the importance they placed on education, structure, and preparing their children for life beyond sports. This episode offers powerful insight into parenting through the high school years, choosing the right environments, and staying grounded in values while chasing big dreams.