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Months After Tom Brady’s Son Showed Off Genetically Gifted Arm, Ben Roethlisberger Shares Personal Story of Parenting an Athlete

Published 04/12/2023, 2:36 PM EDT

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With an impressive display of skill and potential, Jack Moynahan seems to be following in the footsteps of his superstar dad, Tom Brady, and on the path to becoming the next great NFL quarterback. At just 15 years old, Jack has already secured a highly sought-after position as a ball boy for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Meanwhile, another distinguished athlete and devoted father, Ben Roethlisberger, has been sharing his experience co-parenting his son, Benjamin. Big Ben’s approach to parenting is his belief in giving his son the freedom to choose what he wants to focus on in his game. It’s a testament to his trust in Benjamin’s abilities and his desire to foster independence in his child.

Brady’s inspiring words to son Jack

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Brady has frequently commended Jack for his remarkable comprehension of the game, particularly given his young age. This implies that Tom has high hopes for Jack to follow in his father’s footsteps and become a professional athlete.

In 2017, Bridget Moynahan, who is Jack’s mother and Tom’s ex-girlfriend, revealed that Jack has aspirations of pursuing a career as a professional athlete. She mentioned that he has shown interest in playing professional soccer or even winning a gold medal in swimming.

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Brady disclosed in an episode of “Let’s Go!” podcast on SiriusXM that he found inspiration to motivate his son, Jack, to pursue football. This inspiration came after witnessing his alma mater, the University of Michigan, achieve a glorious victory over Ohio State. Fondly recalling a moment when he was playfully wrestling with Jack on the bed, Brady told him “You’re going to be. You’re going to be in the big house someday starting quarterback from Michigan.”

How Ben’s Approach a Lesson to set his son up for Success

During a recent golf lesson, Ben Roethlisberger inquired his son about the specific areas of his game that he wished to improve upon, despite having a clear understanding of his son’s shortcomings. This approach allowed Benjamin to have ownership over his learning and gauge his own progress. Ben emphasized the importance of letting kids have a say in their own athletic pursuits.

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The two-time Super Bowl winner shared his opinion and said, “whatever it is.. let’s see if the kid really wants to do it too.” He believes that it is essential to see if they genuinely want to do it. Sometimes, Ben asks his son what he wants to do for sports or activities, and even if his son suggests something simple like playing catch or going for a walk, he sees it as valuable practice too.

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Ben Roethlisberger’s approach to parenting is both refreshing and effective. Allowing his son to make choices and giving him the freedom to focus on what he wants in his game is instilling a sense of accountability and ownership within him. These values will undoubtedly prove advantageous for his son in the long term, as he learns to navigate life’s challenges with confidence and self-assurance.

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Mohammad Asif Ansari

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