Long Ride Home, The

In The Long Ride Home, author Joe Clemente, a former professional baseball player and coach, long-time baseball coach at Don Bosco Prep High School, and father of four, answers the question that most parents don’t know how (or whom) to ask: what do I need to do, and not do, to best help my child navigate the often treacherous shoals of youth sports? The Long Ride Home provides invaluable advice and guidance to parents who want their child to maximize his or her athletic potential, but in a way that will enhance, not hurt, their unique parent-child bond. This book, intended for parents, coaches, and mentors of young athletes, provides a much-needed roadmap for connecting with children positively, and with love and unequivocal support, so that they may play with joy and shine in their journeys through youth sports. The Long Ride Home has been described as “a home run,” … “a must read,” … a book every parent “gifted the blessing of a child should be given,” … “perfect for any parent who wants to support their child’s dreams and keep a strong bond at the same time,” … “a meaningful and impactful read for any parent seeking to raise confident, resilient children,” … and “an honest and refreshing perspective on how our words, expectations, and reactions can either build a child’s confidence or slowly chip away at it.”