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Season Five

Episode 242

Mental Performance Coach Amanda Schaefer: Train Your Mind Like You Train Your Body

Episode 240

Chris Vasami: Finding your Non-Negotiables as a Player and Leader

Episode 236

Rob Crews: Building a Complete Hitter

Episode 234

Taylor Shumaker: Freshman dominance and playing free

 

Episode 232

Trisha Hyde: Why softball needs more female coaches


Episode 230

Gray Robertson: The voice of Alabama Softball

 

Episode 228

Erin Coffel: Even the best get BETTER

Episode 226

Keirstin Roose: Overcoming hard things in pursuit of becoming your best self

Episode 223

Lilly Fecho: What a strong leader looks like on the field and beyond

Episode 220

Cydnee Schneider: Postseason bliss and finding joy when you compete

Episode 215-17

Scott Burkhardt: Dad Chats

Episode 213-14

Justin McLeod: Way too early D1 softball predictions, Parts 1 & 2

Episode 211

Sports Performance Coach Paige Rose: From D1 softball pitching to the U.S. Marine Corps

Episode 209

Skylar Wallace: Mastering the voice inside your head

Episode 208

Morgan Stuart “The Real Work”: Failure can be a TOOL rather than a fear

Episode 206

Jami Lobpries - Travel ball NEEDS to get back to this

Episode 204

Megan Rembielak (Meg Rem): Drills, drills, drills and getting the MOST out of your practices

Episode 201

Kevin Shelton - Texas Glory Founder: From “softball dad” to creating high standards and a premier culture in travel ball

Previous Seasons

EPISODE 198 | Anna Laible: From softball player to sports journalist at the Olympics
EPISODE 192 | Coach Lindsey Nadler: Building confidence and a Mental Edge
EPISODE 190 | Alex Storako: Playing with a chip on your shoulder
EPISODE 188 | Aubree Munro Watson: Softball is BACK in the Olympics in 2028 but…in Oklahoma City?
EPISODE 185 | Odicci Alexander: Women’s College World Series work ethic
EPISODES 183 & 184 | JP Nerbun: How coaches can better work with sports parents, and create an extraordinary team culture
EPISODE 181 | Justin McLeod: 2024 Postseason Predictions
EPISODE 180 | Lizzy Ristano: Swing fundamentals and how to build your competitiveness
EPISODE 178 | Keke Tholl: Dominance and leadership behind the plate and in the box
EPISODE 176 | Nicole Mendes: How to LOVE competing in the big moments and selflessly lead your team to Championships
EPISODE 174 | Erin Coffel: Dreaming BIG, handling pressure effectively and what it truly takes to be the best at what you do!
EPISODE 172 | Amanda Scarborough: The life of a softball analyst
EPISODE 170 | Kevin Hinde: Breaking the stigma of travel ball
EPISODE 169 | Morgan Zerkle: The tough get tougher
EPISODE 167 | Get to know how an umpire thinks with Pro Victor Canales
EPISODE 165 | Donnie Danklefsen: Winning teams, cultures and leaders leave clues
EPISODE 163 | Coach Carol Hutchins: The secret sauce to successful teams
EPISODE 160 | Asia Mape: How to enjoy the game more WITH your athlete
EPISODE 155 & 156 | Donna Papa: Coaching the art of outfield and baserunning 
EPISODE 154 | Molly Fichtner: How to successfully re-build a program and build an outstanding culture
EPISODE 150 | Cat Osterman: How to find the right school FOR YOU!
EPISODE 149 | Cat Osterman: An honest take on travel ball and building a great relationship with our athletes
EPISODE 146 | Patrick Murphy: Building leaders and a Championship culture
EPISODE 143 | Lane Farmer: Empower yourself by using your mind
EPISODE 141 | Kaitlyn McNally: Maximize performance through nutrition
EPISODE 140 | Sam Fischer: Where she thinks professional softball is headed, recruiting tips and why being softball obsessed is a GOOD THING
EPISODE 137 | Monica Abbott: “Rise and Shine” to your own greatness
EPISODE 129 | Kally Vander Valk: Owning your opportunity
EPISODE 127 | Erin Coffel: How she went from Midwest standout to All-American in the SEC
EPISODE 125 | Dr. Dot Richardson: How to lead with love and make your dreams become a reality
EPISODE 123 | Justin McLeod: What to expect this college softball season
EPISODE 121 | Anna Burkhardt: Being different is a good thing
EPISODE 119 | Leah Amico: Living out the G.O.L.D. Standard
EPISODE 118 | Sue Enquist: 3 timeless truths parents can use to help your athlete find success
EPISODE 116 | Kristina Burkhardt: How to be a leader by example
EPISODE 114 | Chris Vasami: Make the most of this off-season
EPISODE 111 | Tori Vidales: How to stand out at first base and in the box!
EPISODE 109 | Nicole Trimboli: How to stand out to coaches, build mental toughness and help get the most out of your athlete
EPISODE 107 | Tori Vidales: Becoming an Olympian takes time
EPISODE  106 | Jennifer Schwartz: Injury prevention and active recovery techniques
EPISODE 104 | China McCarney: Arm Conditioning and Mental Training
EPISODE 103 | Skylar Wallace: Speed kills - How to become an aggressive baserunner
EPISODE 100 & 101 | Carol Hutchins: Building a winning legacy
EPISODE 98 | Dr. Amber Selking: Winning the Mental Game
EPISODE 97 | Beth Zachary: How to coach your athlete and grow Champions
EPISODE 92 | 8 ways to avoid mental fatigue & burnout with School Counselor Holly Hensley
EPISODES 89 & 90 | Kevin DeShazo: Leadership, influence and how to “keep chopping wood”
EPISODE 88 | Chelsea Suitos: The importance of authentically branding yourself on social media
EPISODE 86 | Ashley Carter: How to be more confidently YOU
EPISODE 85 | Gessica Garber “Huffy”: How creativity can help your game
EPISODES 82 & 83 | Scott Burkhardt: What it’s like being a “softball dad”
EPISODE 79 | Erika Piancastelli: Always swing hard
EPISODE 78 | Katie Cheadle: How to shift from anxiousness to confidence
EPISODE 76 | Kristina Burkhardt: Her “Last Dance” in college softball
EPISODE 74 | Amanda Lorenz: How to get the MOST out of yourself in the box
EPISODES 70 & 71 | Ben-Marvin Egel: A few things golf can teach us
EPISODES 68 & 69 | Jordan Taylor: Pitch calling and approach 
EPISODE 65 | Chase d’Arnaud - The importance of speed and sprint technique
EPISODE 63 | Natasha Watley: Baserunning tips and why Japan is SO DOMINANT in softball
EPISODE 60 & 61 | Rachel Folden: How to master your swing and build a great relationship with your athlete 
EPISODE 58 | Morgan Stuart: Master the art of knowing yourself
EPISODE 57 | Lauren Haeger: Coaching travel ball, playing with confidence and pro experience
EPISODE 55 | Kaylea Snaer: Unleash your potential with yoga and breath-work
EPISODE 54 | Mary Murray: Building Team Culture and Prioritizing Mental Health
EPISODE 51 | Cat Osterman: Greatness has no age limit
EPSIODES 49 & 50 | Chris Vasami: 5 Hitting Myths 
EPISODE 48 | Tisha Mahon: Recruiting Talk Pt. 2 - Stand out on social media and at camps!  
EPISODE 45 | Danielle Lawrie-Locke: Overcoming mom-guilt in pursuit of Olympic Gold
EPISODE 44 | Katie Spada: How food can work FOR us and not against us!
EPISODE 42 | Tisha Mahon: Recruiting Talk - Communication and Finding your WHY
EPISODE 41 | Monica Abbott: Consistency over Intensity
EPISODE 40 | Kendall Burton: “The Toughest Out”
EPISODE 39 | Dr. Chris Carr - Green Bay Packers Director of Performance Psychology: Building Mental Toughness
EPISODE 37 | Jade Hewitt: Softball's Greatest Hype Woman
EPISODE 36 | AJ Andrews: How to Break Barriers and Take Names
EPISODE 34 | Chloe Maleski: The Importance of Mindfulness and Strength Training
EPISODE 33 | Aubree Munro Watson: Leadership Behind the Plate, Identity Struggles, Athletes Unlimited and Church on the Dirt
EPISODE 32 | Aubree Munro Watson: The Selflessness of Catching and the Road to the Olympic Dream
EPISODE 31 | Natasha Watley: The Art of Slapping
EPISODE 29 | Delaney Spaulding: Overcoming the Ultimate Injury
EPISODE 28 | Delaney Spaulding: The Road to the Olympics
EPISODE 26 | A Sit Down with My Role Model - Caitlin Lowe
EPISODE 25 | Amanda Scarborough: How to Become a More Confident Pitcher
EPISODE 24 | 3 Ways to Help Your Athlete Stay Motivated with CJ Beatty
EPISODE 22 | How What You Eat Affects Your Performance with Non-Diet Dietitian Katie Hake
EPISODE 21 | Defense Wins Championships with TPD Co-Founder and National Champion Morgan Stuart
EPISODE 20 | Living the Pitching Dream with ​Pro Softball Player Haylie Wagner
EPISODE 18 | The Insensitive Tweet and Creation of “This is Us Softball” - Part 2 with 2x All-American and Pro Athlete Kiki Stokes
EPISODE 17 | Playing for HOF Coaches and Building a Competitive Fire with 2x All-American and Pro Athlete Kiki Stokes
EPISODE 15 | Overcoming Adversity with Former Pro Baseball Player Chris Vasami
EPISODES 13 & 14 | Softball is More Than Just a Game with HOF Coach Sue Enquist
EPISODE 11 | How to Be Your Biggest Critic AND Your Biggest Fan with Phillies Mental Skills Coach Hannah Huesman
EPISODE 10 |  How to Create a “Mental Edge” with Fearless Fastpitch Founder Amanda Schaefer
EPISODE 9 | Athletes Unlimited Softball, Owning Your Swing, and Dealing with Internet “Trolls” with All-American and Professional Softball Athlete Sam Fischer
EPISODE 8 | “Championship Mindset” with University of Oklahoma Softball’s Hitting Coach JT Gasso

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Episode 146

Patrick Murphy: Building leaders and a Championship culture

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Episode 125

Dr. Dot Richardson: How to lead with love and make your dreams become a reality

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Nicole Trimboli: How to stand out to coaches, build mental toughness and help get the most out of your athlete

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