Relentless: A Parent’s Guide to Building an Athlete

by Rowan Banks

In A Parent’s Guide to Building an Athlete, veteran coach and youth sports leader Rowan J. Banks delivers a powerful, no-nonsense guide for parents who want to raise strong, confident, hard-working athletes, without burning them out or damaging the relationship along the way.

This isn’t about drills, recruiting, or how to get your kid a scholarship.
This is about what your child really

A steady presenceA clear support systemA parent who leads from the side, not the frontWhether your child is chasing national titles or just learning how to compete, Relentless will help

Build real work ethic without over-pushingRaise confident kids who don’t rely on praise or performanceNavigate burnout, plateaus, and sports politics with graceCommunicate like a pro before, during, and after racesFocus on the long game, developing grit, maturity, and ownershipWritten by a coach with over 20 years of experience developing elite swimmers, this book is packed with real-world insight, practical language, and tools you can use immediately, whether you’re on the pool deck, in the stands, or driving home from practice.

If you want to support your athlete without becoming their coach...
If you want to stay connected through the wins and the setbacks...
If you want to raise a champion in sport, and in life...
This is your playbook.

45 pages, Kindle Edition

Published August 7, 2025