Teen Sports Radio

Teen Sports Radio - Inspiring, Educating, and Empowering Teens Teen Sports Radio (TSR) is a dynamic and long-running talk show that has been a trusted voice in Santa Barbara for over 15 years, broadcasting on FM 96.9 / AM 1290 KZSB-Lazer Media. Hosted by Erica ~ "Queen of Teen." TSR is more than just a sports ~ it’s a platform dedicated to empowering teen athletes and the community with essential knowledge and resources. Topics We Tackle: Sports Performance and Training - Expert insights to help teen athletes reach their peak potential. Nutrition and Wellness - Practical advice on fueling the body for optimal health and performance. Student Financial Literacy - Equipping teens with money management skills for a successful future. Food Freedom and Organic Living - Discussions on sustainable eating, gardening, and holistic health. Broadcasting and Community Engagement , Providing teens with real-world media experience and a platform to connect with their community. Beyond sports, TSR serves as a community hub, offering free advertising to businesses and nonprofits that support teens, fostering connections, and giving young voices a space to shine. As the show continues to evolve, TSR is expanding its content and partnerships, staying true to its mission of educating, inspiring, and making a lasting impact. Join us as we empower the next generations, on the field, in the classroom, and in life. #TeenSportsRadio #TSR #EmpowerTeens About Erica “The Queen of Teen” Born in Rocky Point, Long Island, New York, Erica made the bold move to California during her senior year of high school — a shift that would spark a lifelong journey of resilience, reinvention, and purpose. A multi-sport athlete, she went on to play several sports in college and earned the title of Walk-On MVP for Westmont College’s soccer team, where she later graduated with a degree in Economics and Business. After nearly 30 years coaching youth athletes, Erica launched TeenSportsRadio — a vibrant radio show and podcast that has become a powerful platform for teens, nonprofits, and local businesses across Santa Barbara and beyond. Over the last 15+ years, she has donated over $1 million in free advertising back to the community, turning the spotlight on hundreds of youth and community voices that might otherwise go unheard. Erica is the published author of seven children’s books (available on Amazon) and an accomplished abstract artist — with her work showcased at www.ezepiphanyart.com. Her creative spirit, matched with a fierce commitment to service, fuels everything she does. She actively raises funds for www.SBWellness.org, volunteers with the Theosophical Books for the Blind, Inc., and feeds the unhoused in her community each week. As a growing influencer and conscious media leader, Erica continues to expand TeenSportsRadio, now ranked among the Top 25 in Health and Fitness on iHeartRadio. TeenSportsRadio: Fuel your fire. Own your power. Take it to the house.! 🏆 Teen Sports and Athletics: #TeenAthletes #YouthSports #HighSchoolSports #TeenSportsRadio #AthleteMindset #TeenAthleteTraining #SportsPerformance #NextGenAthletes #AthleteMotivation #StudentAthlete 💪 Fitness and Training: #SportsTraining #StrengthAndConditioning #AthleteWorkout #SpeedAndAgility #FitnessForTeens #AthleteStrength #SportsScience #GameDayReady #TrainingForAthletes #ExplosivePower #JumpHigherRunFaster #AthleteRecovery #SportsMedicine 🥗 Nutrition and Wellness: #FuelForAthletes #SportsNutrition #HealthyTeenLife #NutritionForAthletes #FoodIsFuel #EatCleanTrainDirty #MindBodyPerforman

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  Episode #82

  2026.09.15 The Next Play: Sportsmanship, Sleep Solutions, and Teen Confidence on Teen Sports Radio

  Sep 15, 202642 min

  Title: The Next Play: Sportsmanship, Sleep Solutions, and Teen Confidence on Teen Sports Radio Description: In this inspiring episode of Teen Sports Radio, host Erica Salda (the Queen of Teen) welcomes a dynamic lineup focused on the whole athlete—body, mind, and heart. Speakers and topics: • Erica Salda: Opens with community shout-outs, holistic wellness, and the power of uplifting local businesses. • Dominique Hackett: Practical wellness tips for teens, including considering acupuncture for swimmer’s ear and courageous ways to introduce yourself even with social anxiety. • Dr. Brian Falk: Chinese medicine for insomnia—how to identify patterns like “liver fire,” “phlegm heat,” “heart qi/blood stagnation,” “food retention,” “liver qi stagnation,” and “heart-spleen blood deficiency,” plus targeted herbal approaches and acupuncture insights. Contact: unifiedmedicine.com | 805-223-0915 • Ryan Quirk: Self Mastery Story—why true competition requires sportsmanship, how to “leave it on the ice,” and using respect to elevate yourself, your team, and your opponents. • Emily “the Songbird” Yurcheshen Teen Tones—“The Next Play: Feel it, Pause, Choose.” Rituals to practice patience when emotions run high, from three-breath resets to end-of-day reflections, and a free beginner guitar class announcement. • Don Sanders: Hygge Teen tip—mastering the art of introducing yourself, building confidence post-COVID isolation, and learning from cringe-to-confidence moments. Contact: donsmassageohi.com | 805-236-2684 Episode summary: From healing journeys and Chinese herbal wisdom for better sleep to the mindset of elite sportsmanship and the simple bravery of saying “Hi, I’m…,” this episode equips teens and families with practices that build resilience, patience, and character. You’ll learn to breathe through big feelings, choose the next best play, and turn awkward moments into growth. We also celebrate local heroes—coaches, healers, educators, and small businesses—who help Santa Barbara’s youth thrive. Special thanks: • Santa Barbara Wellness Center (SBWellness.org) for championing teen wellness and community support. • Lazer Media for production partnership. • Our amazing co-hosts and contributors who make Teen Sports Radio a vibrant voice for youth. Hashtags: #TeenSportsRadio, #SantaBarbara, #YouthWellness, #TeenMentalHealth, #Sportsmanship, #SelfMastery, #ChineseMedicine, #InsomniaHelp, #Acupuncture, #HerbalMedicine, #Mindfulness, #PatiencePractice, #NextPlay, #EmotionalResilience, #TeenConfidence, #SocialAnxiety, #IntroduceYourself, #CommunitySupport, #LocalBusinesses, #HockeyLife, #StudentAthlete, #CharacterBuilding, #GrowthMindset, #Breathwork, #SleepHealth, #HolisticHealth, #GuitarClass, #SantaBarbaraTeens, #NonprofitSupport, #Gratitude Before we go… Teen Sports Radio is brought to you by Santa Barbara Wellness Center, Inc., where we believe strong bodies, strong minds, and strong communities create strong futures. Whether you’re an athlete chasing a championship, a student chasing a dream, or simply someone trying to become a little better than you were yesterday, remember this: Every healthy choice is a vote for your future self. Every act of kindness strengthens your team. Every challenge you overcome becomes part of your story. If you’d like to help us continue bringing positive programming, wellness education, youth development, and community outreach to families throughout our region, please consider making a donation at www.SBwellness.org Your support helps plant seeds today that grow into healthier, stronger communities tomorrow. Until next time, keep learning, keep growing, keep believing in what is possible. This is Erica Salda and Dominique Hackett with Teen Sports Radio and Santa Barbara Wellness Center, Inc. reminding you: The scoreboard doesn’t measure your value. Your character does. You got this! ️⚽

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  Episode #81

  2026.09.08 Bill Pintard’s Forresters 11th Championship Journey

  Sep 3, 202641 minS16

  Featured Speakers and Topics: • Bill Pintard (11-time World Series champion manager of the Santa Barbara Foresters): Team chemistry over talent, early-work culture, historic run in Wichita with a record-low ERA, gratitude-driven leadership, community impact through Hugs for Cubs, and an open invite to the Sept 27 celebration at the Carriage Museum (music, dance, Santa Maria–style tri-tip, players attending). • Kristine Marie (Cosmic Queen - A View From The Deck): Three-card pull for Bill—The Chariot (forward momentum through integrating light and shadow), The Sun (positivity revealed; a catalyst for progress), Five of Pentacles (release worry; let gratitude lead). • Dr. Brian Falk (Unified Medicine): Anxiety through the lens of Traditional Chinese Medicine—fear vs. anxiety, pattern-based care, acupuncture strategies, and herbal supports such as An Shen Ding Zhi Wan, Gui Pi Tang, Yang Xin Tang, Bu Fei Tang, Ban Xia Hou Po Tang, and Wen Dan Tang. • Don Sanders (Hygge Moment): A cozy “moving forward” Hygge reflection—grounding the episode’s themes in everyday warmth and togetherness. Don invites listeners to embrace small comforts (connection, breath, gratitude) as practical fuel for courage and team spirit. Hosts and Co-Hosts: • Erica “The Queen of Teen” (Host) • Dominique Hackett (Co-Host) • Doctor D (Producer/Co-Host, referenced) • Special thanks to all our incredible CoHosts Inspiring Summary: This episode radiates Santa Barbara heart. Bill Pintard shows how humble discipline, early work, and pure team love can outshine raw talent—turning adversity into a championship rhythm. A tender tribute to trainer Tristy honors courage and empathy at the core of sport. Christine’s Cosmic Queen reading affirms momentum, light, and gratitude as guides. Dr. Brian Falk equips teens and families with clear, compassionate tools to meet anxiety with balance and personalized care. Capping it off, Don Sanders’ Hygge moment brings it all home—reminding us that warmth, presence, and community are everyday practices that help us keep moving forward. Thank You: • Santa Barbara Wellness Center (SBWellness.org) • Lazer Media • All our CoHosts and supporters Hashtags: #TeenSportsRadio, #SantaBarbara, #BillPintard, #SantaBarbaraForesters, #WorldSeriesChamps, #TeamChemistry, #Gratitude, #HugsForCubs, #WichitaTournament, #RecordLowERA, #YouthSports, #TeenAthletes, #MentalHealth, #AnxietySupport, #TraditionalChineseMedicine, #Acupuncture, #HolisticHealth, #UnifiedMedicine, #DrBrianFalk, #CommunityWellness, #SantaMariaTriTip, #CarriageMuseum, #CosmicQueen, #TarotReading, #PositiveMindset, #Courage, #Leadership, #SportsPsychology, #HighPerformance, #RadioShow, #Hygge, #DonSanders Before we go… Teen Sports Radio is brought to you by Santa Barbara Wellness Center, Inc., where we believe strong bodies, strong minds, and strong communities create strong futures. Whether you’re an athlete chasing a championship, a student chasing a dream, or simply someone trying to become a little better than you were yesterday, remember this: Every healthy choice is a vote for your future self. Every act of kindness strengthens your team. Every challenge you overcome becomes part of your story. If you’d like to help us continue bringing positive programming, wellness education, youth development, and community outreach to families throughout our region, please consider making a donation at www.SBwellness.org Your support helps plant seeds today that grow into healthier, stronger communities tomorrow. Until next time, keep learning, keep growing, keep believing in what is possible. This is Erica Salda and Dominique Hackett with Teen Sports Radio and Santa Barbara Wellness Center, Inc. reminding you: The scoreboard doesn’t measure your value. Your character does. You got this! ️⚽

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  Episode #80

  2026.09.01 Room to Be Me: Student-Athlete Success, Self-Mastery, Cosmic Momentum, and Hygge Wisdom

  Sep 1, 202643 minS16

  Description: Hosts and Speakers • Erica Salda (Host, “Queen of Teen”) – Welcomes listeners and guides the show • Dominique Hackett – Student-athlete back-to-school playbook: body-as-equipment, time management, identity, injury honesty, academics, social media comparison, life beyond sports, and enjoying the journey • Ryan Quirk – Self-mastery story: escaping the trap of comparison; replacing pride/shame with confidence/humility; maximizing your own potential • Kristine Haugh (with a K) – “View from the Deck” cosmic card pull: Eight of Wands and moving fast on plans (hello, passports!) • Emily “the Songbird” Yurchisin – Teen Tones: “The Room to Be Me” on making space for yourself while making room for others—voice, boundaries, harmony, and belonging • Don Sanders – Hygge reflection from the Ventura River; Rachel Carson’s sense of wonder; journaling, nature, and keeping curiosity alive Episode Summary This inspiring episode weaves together practical coaching for student-athletes, the psychology of comparison, cosmic encouragement to act on your goals, and soulful guidance on making space for yourself without losing connection to others. Dominique offers a seven-point roadmap for thriving during the school year—from sleep, nutrition, and recovery to calendars, identity, injury awareness, grades, social media habits, and savoring the moments that matter. Ryan reframes competition by focusing on your unique gifts and daily growth, grounding confidence in humility. Kristine’s Eight of Wands calls us to act decisively on what matters now. Emily shares a heartfelt meditation on boundaries, voice, and the duet between “me” and “we.” Don’s hygge moment invites awe, journaling, and a lifelong sense of wonder. Together, the crew delivers motivation, mental fitness, and community spirit for teens, families, and coaches. Gratitude Special thanks to Santa Barbara Wellness Center (SBWellness.org), Lazer Media, and all our amazing co-hosts for powering this community of heart, grit, and growth. Hashtags: #TeenSportsRadio, #StudentAthlete, #BackToSchool, #TimeManagement, #SleepRecovery, #SportsNutrition, #InjuryPrevention, #AcademicSuccess, #GrowthMindset, #SelfMastery, #ConfidenceAndHumility, #ComparisonTrap, #MentalHealthMatters, #Teamwork, #Boundaries, #Belonging, #FindYourVoice, #MusicAndMindset, #CosmicGuidance, #EightOfWands, #Hygge, #SenseOfWonder, #NatureHeals, #Journaling, #SantaBarbara, #YouthSports, #CoachingTips, #PositivePsychology, #PerformanceMindset, #CommunitySupport Before we go… Teen Sports Radio is brought to you by Santa Barbara Wellness Center, Inc., where we believe strong bodies, strong minds, and strong communities create strong futures. Whether you’re an athlete chasing a championship, a student chasing a dream, or simply someone trying to become a little better than you were yesterday, remember this: Every healthy choice is a vote for your future self. Every act of kindness strengthens your team. Every challenge you overcome becomes part of your story. If you’d like to help us continue bringing positive programming, wellness education, youth development, and community outreach to families throughout our region, please consider making a donation at www.SBwellness.org Your support helps plant seeds today that grow into healthier, stronger communities tomorrow. Until next time, keep learning, keep growing, keep believing in what is possible. This is Erica Salda and Dominique Hackett with Teen Sports Radio and Santa Barbara Wellness Center, Inc. reminding you: The scoreboard doesn’t measure your value. Your character does. You got this! ️⚽

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  Episode #78

  26.08.18 Back-to-School Systems & Self-Mastery: Practice Over Perfection | Teen Sports Radio

  Aug 18, 202646 minS16

  Title: "Back-to-School Systems & Self-Mastery: Practice Over Perfection | Teen Sports Radio" Description: Speakers and Topics: • Erica Salda (host) — Community introductions, show overview, closing reflections • Dominique Hackett — "Systems Instead of Goals" for a healthy, successful school year (movement, sleep, one trusted person, do the hard task first, permit bad days) • Ryan Quirk — "Practice vs. Learning": why mastery comes from daily repetition and hands-on practice (sports and life examples) • Emily (the Songbird) — "Courageously Championing Your Life from the Inside Out": inner listening, compassion, and the Sadako peace story • Don Sanders — "Developing Yourself": grounding, building a solid self, long-term growth and perspective • Producer/Team mentions — Doctor P and show producers/co-hosts featured in community shoutouts Episode Summary: This episode of Teen Sports Radio kicks off the school year with practical, inspiring guidance for students, parents, coaches, and community members. Dominique reframes success by replacing pressure-packed goals with doable systems that protect mental health—move your body, protect sleep, keep one trusted person to confide in, do the hard task before screen time, and allow yourself one bad day without defining your life by it. Ryan makes the case that knowledge alone isn’t enough: real skill and confidence come from repeated practice—the small fundamentals done consistently. Emily invites listeners to become champions from the inside out by listening inwardly, showing self-kindness, and letting personal gifts (whether music, sport, or compassion) carry into the world—illustrated by the moving story of Sadako and her cranes. Don closes with timeless advice on building an unmoving inner self, enjoying the journey, and stacking talents over time. Throughout, Erica ties the conversation to community, encouragement, and the power of showing up for one another. Thank You: Deep thanks to Santa Barbara Wellness Center for underwriting and supporting the show — please visit SBWellness.org. Thank you to Lazer Media, our co-hosts, producers (including Doctor P), local sponsors, and every listener who makes this community possible. Hashtags: #BackToSchool, #TeenWellness, #MentalHealthForTeens, #SystemsNotGoals, #PracticeOverTheory, #SelfMastery, #YouthSports, #HealthyHabits, #SleepMatters, #MoveYourBody, #Mindfulness, #StudentSuccess, #StudyHabits, #CoachLife, #ParentingTeens, #CommunityRadio, #SantaBarbara, #SBWellness, #LazerMedia, #CourageousLiving, #ChampionFromWithin, #Sadako, #GrowthMindset, #DailyPractice, #Fundamentals, #AthleteDevelopment, #ConfidenceBuilding, #Resilience, #BeKindToYourself, #TeenSportsRadio Before we go… Teen Sports Radio is brought to you by Santa Barbara Wellness Center, Inc., where we believe strong bodies, strong minds, and strong communities create strong futures. Whether you’re an athlete chasing a championship, a student chasing a dream, or simply someone trying to become a little better than you were yesterday, remember this: Every healthy choice is a vote for your future self. Every act of kindness strengthens your team. Every challenge you overcome becomes part of your story. If you’d like to help us continue bringing positive programming, wellness education, youth development, and community outreach to families throughout our region, please consider making a donation at www.SBwellness.org Your support helps plant seeds today that grow into healthier, stronger communities tomorrow. Until next time, keep learning, keep growing, keep believing in what is possible. This is Erica Salda and Dominique Hackett with Teen Sports Radio and Santa Barbara Wellness Center, Inc. reminding you: The scoreboard doesn’t measure your value. Your character does. You got this! ️⚽

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  Episode #76

  26.08.04From Home Runs to Healing: Teen Sports, Wellness & Community

  Aug 4, 202641 minS16

  Play, Pause, Perform: Creating Space for Growth - Brief summary: Erica Salda leads a community-forward Teen Sports Radio episode exploring coaching, recovery, mental fitness, and the power of space in performance. Conversations range from tournament highlights and community shoutouts to practical wellness tools for teen athletes — acupuncture, breathwork, ritual, and mindset. - Speakers & topics: - Erica Salda (host) — show framing, interviews, and community announcements - Mike Mata — Reno tournament recap, team progress, age-group planning, coach continuity - Dr. Brian Falk — acupuncture, massage, herbal support for sports injuries; stress reduction and improved focus for teen athletes; clinic/contact info - Emily Yurcheshen — Teen Tones - "The Space in Between": how creating space, rituals, and stillness support athletic and personal growth - Don Sanders - Don's Massage In Ojai 805-236-2684 — a "Hygge" meditation on self-reliance, purpose, and connection to nature/community - Dominique Hackett — community shoutouts (East Beach Tacos, Santa Barbara Wellness Center, Inc.) and closing remarks/support resources - Call-to-action: Resources and contacts mentioned on-air (Dr. Falk 805-223-0915, Emily Yurcheshen https://www.emilythesongbird.com/, Santa Barbara Wellness Center, Inc. SBWellness.org) and encouragement to support local farms, teams, and wellness initiatives. Teen Sports Radio Santa Barbara is produced by Santa Barbara Wellness Center, Inc. Some of the co-hosts used AI to research today's content, but all fact-checking was performed by the speakers. Teen Sports Radio is for educational and entertainment purposes only, and nothing shared during the program should be considered a diagnosis, treatment plan, professional recommendation, or substitute for advice from a qualified professional who understands your individual circumstances. Listeners should use their own judgment, obtain appropriate medical clearance, and follow the guidance of qualified professionals. Before we go… Teen Sports Radio is brought to you by Santa Barbara Wellness Center, Inc., where we believe strong bodies, strong minds, and strong communities create strong futures. Whether you’re an athlete chasing a championship, a student chasing a dream, or simply someone trying to become a little better than you were yesterday, remember this: Every healthy choice is a vote for your future self. Every act of kindness strengthens your team. Every challenge you overcome becomes part of your story. If you’d like to help us continue bringing positive programming, wellness education, youth development, and community outreach to families throughout our region, please consider making a donation at www.SBwellness.org Your support helps plant seeds today that grow into healthier, stronger communities tomorrow. Until next time, keep learning, keep growing, keep believing in what is possible. This is Erica Salda and Dominique Hackett with Teen Sports Radio and Santa Barbara Wellness Center, Inc. reminding you: The scoreboard doesn’t measure your value. Your character does. You got this! ️⚽

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