From Football Field to Broadcast Booth: Greg Olsen’s Insights on Youth Sports and the Art of Analytics

In the broadcasting industry, Tom Brady is preparing to step into the booth for Fox this fall as its top in-game analyst. However, Greg Olsen, known for his passion for youth sports and coaching his own children, has been hosting a podcast called Youth Inc. for the past two years, helping parents navigate the world of youth sports. Despite Brady taking over Olsen’s previous position at Fox, Olsen plans to remain with the network.

At the Aspen Institute’s Project Play Summit in Baltimore, Maryland, Olsen shared his advice on calling a live football game for three hours while analyzing players’ schemes and terminology during a game. He emphasized that broadcasting is not as easy as it may seem, with some individuals adapting quickly while others struggle.

Before emceeing the Project Play Summit, Olsen spoke with Brady about what to expect in the broadcasting industry. He acknowledged Brady’s remarkable playing career but emphasized that success as a player does not necessarily translate to success as a broadcaster. Olsen noted that there have been examples of both great and average broadcasters from all types of playing backgrounds.

Olsen also offered suggestions for navigating the world of children’s athletics based on his experiences as a coach and parent. As someone deeply involved in youth sports, he highlighted the challenges involved in coaching young athletes and advised parents on how to support their children’s athletic endeavors.

Overall, Olsen emphasized the importance of recognizing the difficulties involved in broadcasting and navigating youth sports while drawing from his own experiences to provide helpful advice to parents and aspiring broadcasters alike.