Alpha Girl Confidence: Recent Episodes

Shay Haddow

A podcast that inspires and empowers youth female athletes to play and live confidently

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In today's episode I sat down with Whitney Otto who is a seasoned executive coach and facilitator who has worked with groups and individuals for more than twenty years. Whitney is also an author, podcast host, mom of two kids, and a former US world rowing champion.In this conversation, we discuss all things body image including:

  • How negative body image often stems from past experiences, unmet needs, and societal conditioning.
  • How athletes (and anyone with a body) can prepare for bad body image moments and turn those into opportunities for mental toughness.
  • The societal pressures and how injuries also play a role in competitive environments and shape body image issues for women.
  • Practical strategies that not only female athletes but anyone who has a body can adopt to build a collaborative and empowering relationship with their bodies.

Connect with Whitney:

Book: Body Image Inside Out

Website: https://whitneyottocoaching.com/

Instagram: @whitneyottocoaching

Podcast: https://whitneyottocoaching.com/podcast

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In today's episode I sat down with Dr. Haley Perlus, who is a Sports Psychologist, fitness professional, entrepreneur, and overall wellness enthusiast. Haley works with athletes and high performers build necessary mental toughness to achieve their highest level of performance.In this conversation we discussed:

  • Dealing with pressure of being “perfect”
  • How to overcome the block of overthinking
  • Navigating comparison, specifically in college recruiting
  • Dealing with coaches who are negative/hurting confidence
  • General wellness habits for a clear mind in life and sport

....and so much more!!

Connect with Haley on IG @drhaleyperlus

Website: https://drhaleyperlus.com/

Masterclasses for athletes

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Hello and welcome back to the show! In today's episode I share a new exciting life update as well as what to expect from the podcast going forward!

Hope you enjoy!

RESOURCES:

Read my book: She The Confident

Website: https://www.shayhaddow.com/

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In this episode, I am joined by Stef Zeh and Amy Snow, two remarkable advocates for women in sports. They are the visionaries behind Section Z, a nonprofit organization dedicated to leveraging the excitement of live sports to help girls develop confidence, competence, and collaboration skills.

Recently, Section Z unveiled the largest and most inclusive, multi-generational, cross-sectional study about the impact of playing, watching, and attending live sports on girls and women in America.The report is the result of a landmark survey of nearly 5,000 girls and women aged 9 to 75 about their participation and engagement in sports, the largest sample of American girls and women on this topic.

In this episode we discussed:

    • Socioeconomic barriers preventing girls from attending (and participating in) live sports events.
    • Section Z’s initiatives to counter these barriers, including transportation solutions and organizing trips to live sports games. Key findings from their recent study, highlighting generational differences, barriers to participation, and societal impact.
    • Statistics showing the importance of sports for personal development and leadership across different socioeconomic backgrounds.
    • Encouraging girls to explore diverse career paths beyond traditional roles.
    • The importance of exposure to various professions and seeing what’s possible through sports.Join us as we unravel the impactful work of Section Z and discuss the importance of creating inclusive and empowering environments for the next generation of female athletes!

Connect with Section Z: * The Section Z website - https://thesectionz.com/ * The Section Z donation link - https://thesectionz.com/donate * The Section Z Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thesectionz/ * The Breaking Barriers Study deck - prodege.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Women-in-Sports-Presentation-Deck-CRC-FINAL-17Sept2024.pdf

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In this episode, I am joined by Lindsey Wilson for her second interview on the podcast! Lindsey is a Mental Performance coach who helps aspiring mindset coaches build their own mindset coaching businesses through her company, Positive Performance. In this episode we discussed:

  • The four stages of belief development essential for success
  • The importance of a "reset ritual" and how to do it in a game
  • How parents can embody behaviors for their kids
  • How to teach emotional regulation to kids, emphasizing authenticity in dealing with failures and mistakes
  • Resources for parents and coaches on how to become a mental performance coach

RESOURCES:

Instagram @lindseypositiveperform

Mindset Coach Certification

Free Guide: How to Become a Mental Performance Coach

Mistake Ritual Workshop

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On today's episode, which may be my favorite conversation of all time, I sat down with Lisa Thompson who is a world-renowned mountaineer, author of Finding Elevation, and owner of Alpine Athletics.

After her first Rainier summit in 2009, she knew that she wanted more. Her drive to learn and become a more skilled climber led her to climbs all over the world. In 2015, just before her first Himalayan expedition, she was diagnosed with breast cancer. Her diagnosis and eventual victory over cancer led Lisa to reprioritize her life and goals. In 2018 she became the second American woman to summit the savage mountain, K2, she also completed the seven summits in 2021.

Lisa is passionate about encouraging and supporting more women to explore and gain confidence in the mountains. Lisa also coaches mountain athletes of all levels to prepare physically, mentally and tactically for their next mountain adventure. In this episode we discussed:

  • Lisa's Journey and experiences on the tallest and most dangerous mountains in the world (Everest & K2)
  • How Lisa got into climbing mountains and what kept her coming back
  • What the physical and mental preparation looks like in order to climb the tallest mountains in the world
  • The mindset and strategies that Lisa used to overcome doubt and fear and how you can use the same strategies in your life
  • Making decisions with your gut instinct vs your logical mind
  • The biggest lessons Lisa has learned from the mountains

..AND so much more!

Connect with Lisa:

Finding Elevation Book: https://findingelevation.com/

Instagram: @lisaclimbs

Website: https://www.lisaclimbs.com/

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In this solo episode, we explore the essential concept of training your mind with the same dedication and consistency you apply to training your body as an athlete. You'll learn importance of changing your perspective on mental training, understanding that results require patience and daily effort.

I also share a handful of tangible strategies to strengthen your mindset, confidence, and resilience, such as: implementing meditation and visualization, becoming more aware of your thoughts, and seeking out challenges that push you out of your comfort zone. Enjoy!

Learn more about the upcoming Mindset Mastery Series: Fail Forward https://www.shayhaddow.com/fail-forward

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After a nine month break from the podcast, I am so excited to be back with an awesome conversation with Juliet Starrett who is the author of Built to Move, Founder & CEO of The Ready State, 3X World Champion in whitewater paddling, and mom of two girl athletes. In this conversation we discuss:

  • The simplest way to improve your health by moving more
  • Debunking health and wellness trends and fads
  • The importance of doing hard things to build resilience
  • Juliet's advice and experience on navigating the youth sports landscape
  • Why communication is so important in the college recruiting process

Connect with Juliet:

Instagram @julietstarrett

Built to Move book

The Ambush Newsletter

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That's right.... WE'RE BACK!! I know I said that I was done recording back in February, but I just couldn't stay away...

In this episode I share why I decided to bring the podcast back, what's next coming up, and a personal story on hardship and growth. Thanks for re-joining me on this journey, I am so excited to be back!

Check out The Mindset Monday Series: https://www.shayhaddow.com/mindset-mastery

Connect on IG @shayhaddow

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This is the last episode of the Alpha Girl Confidence Podcast. It's been a fun 5 years, but the time has come to shift and move in a different direction.

In this episode I talk about why I'm stopping the podcast and offer my sincere gratitude for being a supporter and listener of the podcast.

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In today’s episode I share key takeaways that I've compiled from coaching a professional team's open tryouts, including:

  • The importance of your energy and attitude
  • Your interactions with coaches and teammates
  • Responding to mistakes
  • Being willing to play different positions

I know it may not be tryout season for most, but make sure to take notes as these crucial intangibles can make a significant impact on your results during tryouts.

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In today’s episode I answer a question from one of our listeners on how to get your confidence back after a long injury.

This is the most in depth episode that I’ve done on the podcast I where I discuss how to put yourself in the best position possible to step back onto the field/court with confidence.

In this episode you’ll learn:

  • The importance of staying in shape while injured
  • How to shift your perspective to come back stronger
  • How to use visualization during the injury process
  • The importance of trusting and listening to your body
  • How to navigate the fear of getting re-injured

Want your questions answered on next month’s podcast? Submit your questions here

Visit the new website: https://shayhaddow.com/

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In today’s episode, I sat down with Lauren Fleshman who is one of the most decorated American distance runners of all time, a mom, entrepreneur, coach, and author of the best sports book of 2023, Good for a Girl: A Woman Running in a Man’s World.

In this convo, we delve into thought-provoking topics surrounding gender equality in sports, the impact of puberty on athletic performance, and the prevalence of disordered eating habits among female athletes.

Lauren candidly shares her personal experiences and insights, offering valuable advice for coaches and parents on addressing these critical issues. From dissecting societal myths to advocating for a more holistic approach to athlete well-being, this episode is an enlightening and empowering discussion for athletes, coaches, and parents.

Connect with Lauren on IG: @fleshmanflyer Website: https://www.laurenfleshman.com/

Order Good for a Girl: https://www.amazon.com/Good-Girl-Woman-Running-World/dp/0593296788

Order 25 copies of Good for a Girl (paperback edition) for your team or book group to receive a direct Zoom call with Lauren: https://800ceoread.com/coupons/redeem/goodforagirlzoom

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Welcome to the last episode of 2023!! In today’s episode, I wanted to repost our most popular guest episode of 2023 with Alyssa Nakken, coach of the SF Giants (MLB).

In this episode we talked about:

  • Her journey from D1 softball to coach in the MLB
  • How she navigates being the media and being only female on an all male coaching staff
  • How getting out and moving in nature is one of her non-negotiables for staying grounded
  • Advice for coaches and parents on how to help players get out of slumps
  • The importance of giving kids autonomy in their sports journey
  • How confidence has played a role in her ability to coach and pave the way for girls
  • Advice for young girls who want to break barriers and follow their own path

Resources:

📚 Read my book “She the Confident” https://www.amazon.com//dp/1676894888

💪 Hire me to work with your team/club: https://www.alphagirlconfidence.com/team-consulting

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In today’s episode, I talk about the importance of trusting yourself, thinking for yourself, and embracing your weirdness vs. following trends in order to “fit in” with the crowd.

In this episode you’ll learn:

  • Why being different and weird is something to be proud of
  • The benefits of choosing your own path and thinking for yourself
  • Questions to ask yourself when deciding whether to follow the crowd or do your own thing

COACHES! Attending the United Soccer Coaches Convention? Register here and use promo code “ALPHA24” when checking out

Resources:

📚 Read my book “She the Confident” https://www.amazon.com//dp/1676894888

💪 Hire me to work with your team/club: https://www.alphagirlconfidence.com/team-consulting

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In today’s episode I share how you can develop your leadership abilities, and more specifically, how to gain trust as a leader… Because without trust, it’s going to be VERY difficult to inspire and motivate those that you’re leading.

In this episode you’ll learn:

  • The importance of sticking to your word and being reliable
  • How owning up to your mistakes and shortcomings can build trust
  • How to embody integrity in everything you do
  • The importance of creating an inclusive environment
  • How being vulnerable and creating a non-judgmental environment will help you to build trust

COACHES! Attending the United Soccer Coaches Convention? Register here and use promo code “ALPHA24” when checking out

Resources:

📚 Read my book “She the Confident” https://www.amazon.com//dp/1676894888

💪 Hire me to work with your team/club: https://www.alphagirlconfidence.com/team-consulting

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In today’s episode I sat down with Asia Mape who is an Emmy award winning sports journalist, former college athlete, a mother of 3 daughters, and the founder of I Love to Watch You Play. In this convo we dove deep into the challenges and pressures that parents face in navigating the world of youth sports, and the impact this has on kids.

Here are some key takeaways and highlights from this episode:

  1. Support without pressure: Asia highlighted the importance of guiding and supporting kids in their sports endeavors without pressuring them. Encouraging open communication and understanding their individual desires and goals is crucial.
  2. Balancing support and autonomy: We discussed the need for parents to strike a balance between offering guidance and allowing kids to make their own decisions. Setting boundaries, encouraging diverse interests, and being aware of signs of burnout are essential.
  3. Tech boundaries & resources: We also talked about the impact of technology on kids and the need for setting boundaries as a family to prevent addiction and burnout. Asia shared valuable resources at ilovetowatchyouplay.com and on her social media, providing support for parents navigating the youth sports world.

Visit https://ilovetowatchyouplay.com/ to learn more and access amazing resources

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In today's episode, we will be discussing a topic that many athletes, especially those at a high level, can relate to - burnout. Burnout is something that can affect us not only in our sports but in our lives in general.

It's important to learn how to learn how to navigate burnout, and that's exactly what we'll be exploring in this episode. Whether you've experienced burnout before, you're currently going through it, or you just want to arm yourself against it, this episode is for you.

We'll explore the signs of burnout, the importance of listening to what your body needs, steps to navigate it effectively, and why taking a step back can be beneficial.

💪 Check out our new 1:1 Coaching Opportunities: https://www.alphagirlconfidence.com/1-1-programs

📚 Read my book “She the Confident” https://www.amazon.com//dp/1676894888

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On today’s episode I sit down with Erica Suter to talk about her brand new book “Female Athlete High Performance” (available for purchase Nov 24th, 2023).

In this episode we discuss

  • Why Erica decided to write a 2nd book
  • Powerful lessons that girl athletes will take from reading the book
  • The biggest myths around high performance and how the book cuts through the nonsense
  • The importance of partaking in training that is age appropriate
  • The journey and goal of high performance

Book will be available for purchase on Amazon starting on Friday, November 24th!

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In today’s episode I talk about the power of gratitude, and how you can practice more gratitude to improve your confidence, performance, and overall happiness in life.

The perspective shift that I share in the episode has drastically changed how I go throughout my life, and I know that if you listen and apply it to your own life, it will for you too.

Resources:

📚 Read my book “She the Confident” https://www.amazon.com//dp/1676894888

Website: https://www.alphagirlconfidence.com/

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On Today’s episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Jaimee Cooper who is an eating disorder-informed Registered Dietitian and soccer nutrition coach with over 8 years of experience working with youth athletes and their families. Her goal is to help parents and athletes learn how to create healthy eating habits that support their performance on and off the field.

In this episode we discuss:

  • The importance of eating all three meals and the challenges that arise in maintaining a healthy eating routine, especially for busy kids with jam-packed schedules.
  • Valuable insights on how to make time for breakfast, find suitable lunch options, and develop a framework for overall nutritious eating.
  • We also explore the interplay between nutrition, physical health, and mental well-being, discussing body image issues, navigating conversations about body size, and the dangers of external rules and restrictions.
  • Helpful tips and strategies for parents struggling to provide healthy meals and snacks amidst hectic school and sports seasons.

Resources:

Connect with Jaimee on IG

Check out Jaimee’s website and free resources: https://thesoccernutritionist.com/

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Welcome back to the show! Excited to be back to regular programming after taking a break in October.

In today’s episode, I talk about how athletes can recover from a slump or dip in performance and confidence. Experiencing these “lows” are a normal part of life and sport for any athlete and can be a catalyst for growth with the right mindset and perspective.

In this episode you’ll learn:

  • Mindset shifts to move through a slump
  • The importance of finding the good during difficult times
  • How these dips in performance can make you more resilient
  • One powerful reflection exercise to get out of a rut

Links and Resources:

Check out my new mini course “The Confidence Edge”

Submit your questions for the podcast

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On today's episode I share a few updates and resources for you as we take a quick break in October.

To search for podcast topics tap here: https://www.alphagirlconfidence.com/podcasts/alpha-girl-confidence

Have questions you want answered on the podcast? Submit your questions here

See you in November!

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On today’s episode I sat down with Kelsey Edwards who is an actress, singer-songwriter, and “internet big sis” for teenage girls.

Kelsey has battled some unique challenges in her life, from dealing with the pressures of being a child actor, navigating a broken family, a severe eating disorder, anxiety, and most recently publicly leaving the Mormon church.

In this episode we discussed:

  • The pressures of being a child actor and the rejection that comes along with that
  • How she navigated her eating disorder as a teenage girl
  • How to learn to trust your intuition vs. always seeking answers outside of you
  • The importance of being your most authentic self and letting go of friends who don’t align with that
  • How to learn to trust yourself and make tough decisions
  • ….and so much more

Check out Kelsey’s course “Squad Goals”

Follow Kelsey on IG

Listen to Kelsey’s new song “Life in a Box”

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In today’s episode I talk about how you can use the 3 step method to become more motivated to do your homework, train on your own, or anything else in life that matters to you!

In this episode you’ll learn:

  • The difference between motivation and discipline
  • The importance of identifying your “why”
  • How energy plays a role in how motivated you are
  • How to take a big task and chunk it down to manageable steps

RESOURCES:

🧠 Beyond The Athlete Program: https://www.alphagirlconfidence.com/beyond-the-athlete

📚 Read my book “She the Confident” https://www.amazon.com//dp/1676894888

💪 Subscribe to my free email newsletter for all my best content:

https://www.alphagirlconfidence.com/newsletter

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In this episode, I sat down with Sarah Cowart who is an academic coach for college students who equips students to achieve their potential in the classroom and life. Sarah is a past guest and is my most trusted resource on all things academics.

We went really deep in this conversation on topics that are going to be valuable for students of all ages and parents as well.

In this episode we discussed:

  • The biggest challenges that Sarah see’s in students at the start of a new school year
  • Tips for managing expectations and stress as a student athlete
  • Advice for parents on how they can talk to their kids about expectations and grades
  • How parents can help keep their kids accountable without being overbearing
  • Highly valuable test taking strategies

RESOURCES:

Worries to Wisdom: The Top Secrets Every College Parent Should Know

5 Tips to Study Smarter Not Harder

Website: www.sarahlcowart.com

Connect with Sarah on IG

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In today’s episode I share my biggest lessons and takeaways from the Women’s World Cup! Regardless of what sport you play, this episode will be super valuable for you as the takeaways discussed are relevant for all sports.

We will explore the importance of winning the small moments, the dangers of underestimating opponents, the need to avoid relying solely on past successes (and what to do instead).

Emotions of the World Cup video

RESOURCES:

📚 Read my book “She the Confident” https://www.amazon.com//dp/1676894888

💪 Subscribe to my free email newsletter for all my best content:

https://www.alphagirlconfidence.com/newsletter

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In this episode I talk about how parents can navigate the start of the new school year and help their kids feel confident every step of the way.

We'll explore how you can strike a delicate balance between providing support and encouraging independence, while also highlighting your child's strengths and past successes. Plus, we'll dive into the importance of open communication, practical preparation, and problem-solving skills.

RESOURCES:

📚 Read my book “She the Confident” https://www.amazon.com//dp/1676894888

💪 Get my Free “Pre & Post-Game Routine” Guide:

https://www.alphagirlconfidence.com/guide-opt-in

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Today's episode is all about starting the school year with confidence! Whether you're transitioning to a new grade or a new school, this can be a nerve-wracking time filled with uncertainty and nerves.

So in today’s episode, I’m going to share four things you can do to start the school year confidently. We'll dive into the importance of being yourself, overcoming the fear of making friends, and the power of stepping outside your comfort zone.

So grab your headphones, sit back, and get ready to kick off the new school year with a boost of confidence!

RESOURCES:

📚 Read my book “She the Confident” https://www.amazon.com//dp/1676894888

💪 Get my Free “Pre & Post-Game Routine” Guide:

https://www.alphagirlconfidence.com/guide-opt-in

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In today’s episode I had so much fun talking with Christi Smith-Ryan who is the Strength Coach for Central Catholic HS in Portland Oregon. Earlier this year she she was awarded the best Strength & Conditioning coach in the state or Oregon!

Not only is she a fantastic coach and mentor, but one of the greatest athletes to ever step foot on a track. She’s a 7-time Track & Field Hall of Fame inductee and broke every single record when she competed at college in the University of Akron in Ohio.

In this conversation we discussed:

  • Her mindset and perspective on life that helped her to be confident and motivated as a youth athlete
  • The importance of being grounded and filling up your cup
  • Ways that parents and coaches can help keep girl athletes in the sport
  • The biggest lessons she strives to impart on the athletes she works with
  • Tips for getting beginning a new school year

If you want to connect with Christi, you can find her on IG at @luckystreakfit1

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In today’s podcast I talk about how you can build confidence and decrease unnecessary stress and anxiety by focusing on 3 specific controllables.

This episode will be super valuable with the stresses of school and fall season coming up, so tune in and take notes to learn the simple and proven steps to be your best this fall season!

Resources

📚 Read my book “She the Confident” https://www.amazon.com//dp/1676894888

💪 Check out our coaching program for girl athletes: https://www.alphagirlconfidence.com/beyond-the-athlete

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On today’s episode, Erica Suter and I sat down to talk about ACTIONABLE steps girl athletes and parents can take to reduce the risk of (ACL) injuries.

The truth is, that injury risk can’t be boiled down to one single cause - it’s multi-factoral. And the good news is, that there are a number of controllable things that girl athletes can do to reduce their risk of injury and achieve optimal performance.

In this episode you’ll learn:

  • How to be empowered when thinking about injury risk
  • The importance of learning movement skills at a young age
  • Why all girl athletes should strength train year round
  • How to manage the sport load
  • The importance of sleep, recovery, and nutrition for optimal mental and physical health

The Strong Female Athlete Book

ARTICLE: ACL Injuries in Female Soccer Players: Time to Take Action

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It’s a special week this week, because the Women’s World Cup is about to kick off! So to celebrate, we’ve got a special World Cup edition episode coming at ya!

In this episode I break down 5 powerful ways to improve your game by watching and studying the games and players. This is a HUGE opportunity for you to support women’s sports and become a better player so make sure you check out the episode to get the most out of it!

P.S. If you love the podcast, I’d greatly appreciate you leaving a rating and review! If you send me a screenshot of your review (either here via email or DM to @shayhaddow on Instagram), I’ll send you an awesome gift as a thank you!

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On today’s episode, I sit down with mindset coach Lindsey Wilson former pro basketball player and owner of Positive Performance.

In this episode we discuss:

  • The concept of flow and how athletes can intentionally tap into it for optimal performance.
  • The role of visualization and affirmations in enhancing mental strength and achieving goals.
  • The balance between competitiveness and fun in sports, as well as the lessons that can be learned from both winning and losing.
  • Lindsey shares her personal journey in mindset coaching, from struggling with mental aspects of sports to becoming a certified coach.
  • How parents can best support their kids through consistent communication and modeling the behavior

Resources:

Ultimate Mindset Coaching Toolkit

Free Guide: How to become a mental performance coach

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In today’s episode I talk about my experience with panic attacks and how I’ve learned to navigate them. I’m not an anxiety expert but I have experience anxiety and panic attacks a lot in my life which has given me great practice in learning how to deal with them more effectively.

In this episode you’ll learn

  • Why our bodies do what they do when anxiety strikes
  • 5 tangible strategies to use when you feel the panic arise
  • Mindset shifts to help you deal with difficult emotions
  • The importance of asking for help

If you experience anxiety or panic attacks or just need someone to talk to, please don’t hesitate to reach out via email or on social.

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In today’s episode I go deep into the REAL reason why you’re afraid of failure and making mistakes. Because the truth is, you don’t fear failure or mistakes, you fear what other people will think of you.

In this episode you’ll learn:

  1. The importance of digging deep to find the unconditional love and acceptance for yourself
  2. How the only way to get better is to push yourself, make mistakes
  3. That you can’t control the outcome (mistakes) but you can control your response to them

Check out my confidence coaching program: BEYOND THE ATHLETE

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On today’s episode I share my recent backpacking trip experience at Zion National Park!

Through my experience I share the important life lessons that I learned and how it could be applicable to all aspects of life, including sports. From dealing with anticipatory fear, challenging negative thoughts, to preparing the body and mind for challenges.

Tune in to to learn more about how challenging yourself can lead to increased confidence and resilience in all areas of life!

If you want a major confidence advantage heading into the fall season, check out our group coaching program - BEYOND THE ATHLETE: https://bit.ly/beyond-the-athlete

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On today’s episode I sat down with Heather Moyse who is a 4x Olympian, 2x Olympic Gold Medalist (bobsled), and only Canadian woman ever to be inducted into the World Rugby Hall of Fame.

To achieve success in sports, Heather had to change the limiting mindset that made her believe normal people like her couldn't become Olympians. She also had to stand up to societal pressures that were stopping her from unlocking her true potential.

In this episode we discuss:

  • How to think about goal setting with a perspective of possibility
  • What it takes to perform at the highest level in any discipline.
  • Challenging your assumptions and fears to prove what you can do.
  • How parents can put less pressure and best support their athletes in their endeavors
  • Heather’s experience summiting the highest mountain in Antarctica

Connect with Heather:

Instagram: @heathermoyse

Book: “Redefining Realistic”

Website: https://www.heathermoyse.com/

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In today’s episode I talk about how you can take advantage of the summer to level up your confidence and overall development and performance.

In this episode you’ll learn:

  • The importance of focusing on mental training over the summer
  • How to develop consistency and discipline as you work on your goals
  • The #1 thing that will determine your success this summer

If you want a major advantage heading into the fall season, check out our group coaching program, BEYOND THE ATHLETE: https://bit.ly/beyond-the-athlete

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Woah it's been nearly 4 years since we started the podcast! And during these 4 years and 205 podcasts, we haven't missed a single week of publishing an episode (which I'm super proud of), but it's time to take a step back and reevaluate!

To check out the latest episode referenced in the episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/204-how-money-mania-are-ruining-kids-sports-with-linda/id1447169587?i=1000580175923

Thank you for your support and we'll see ya soon!

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On today's episode, I sat down with Linda Flanagan who is the author of the new book "Take Back the Game - How Money and Mania are Ruining Kids' Sports". This conversation may be one of the most important conversations that we've ever had on the podcast as youth sports has taken a dramatic downward turn over the last few decades.

In this conversation we discuss:

  • How competitive youth sports affect family dynamics
  • The role money plays in perpetuating the problem
  • How parents are being manipulated by sports corporations
  • The importance of letting your kids lead and play without supervision
  • Why parents need to get their own life instead of being so heavily invested in their kids' sports
  • and so much more!

Watch on YouTube

Buy the book here

Connect with Linda on Twitter @LindaFlanagan2

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In today's episode I share my big revelation that I had on my 13 mile walk and how it led me to take a long hard look at my identity as a coach and person in general. In addition to sharing my experience, I'll teach 4 ways that you can shift your identity in order to achieve your dreams and become the person you want to become!

You'll learn:

  • Why shifting your identity is crucial for change
  • The importance of identifying how you currently view yourself
  • Why you need to question your current narrative
  • How start to shift your identity into the person you want to become

Want further mentorship and support? Check out our confidence membership "The Alpha Empowerment Circle"

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With a new fall season upon us comes new teams, coaches, and environments. On today's episode I'll be sharing my experience of transitioning to a new team and the lessons I've learned that will help you whether you're the "new player" or just want to start off the fall season strong!

In this episode you'll learn:

  • How to gain the respect of your (new) teammates
  • The importance of putting yourself out there to build relationships
  • How serving others can help you to get out of your head

Join us for our "Back 2 School Confidence Series" where we'll be diving deep into this topic and many others at: https://www.alphagirlconfidence.com/back-2-school

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On today's episode, we're bringing you a conversation between Erica Suter and I where we discuss the difference between character mistakes and skill mistakes.

In this episode you'll learn:

  • What a character mistake is and how they can help you grow
  • How to take the pressure off yourself to be perfect
  • The value in identifying the types of mistakes you make

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Today is episode 200 and we’ve got a special treat for you to celebrate! On today’s episode I sat down with Rachael Adams, who is an olympic medalist for USA Volleyball, and a mindset and confidence mentor to female athletes.

Rachael’s journey to becoming an olympic athlete and playing on the world’s biggest stage, wasn’t super conventional… She didn’t start playing volleyball until she was a freshman in high school! But along the way, like all of us, she had ups and downs and ultimately was able to achieve greatness by tapping into the power of the mind!

In this episode we talked about:

  • Her journey to becoming an olympic athlete
  • The importance of building self awareness in order to improve
  • How Rachael used self-talk to catapult her confidence
  • How she handled pressure during the olympics
  • Her new mentorship program for female athletes

Learn more about the Confident & Capable Mentorship: https://journeystrength.com/work-with-me/

Connect with Rachel

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In today's episode, I talk about success and the importance of getting clear on what success looks and feels like for YOU (not anyone else). At times we can get caught in going after someone else's version of success which leaves us feeling unfulfilled and burnt out.

In this episode you'll learn:

  • The importance of redefining what success looks like for you
  • How to figure out what it takes to reach that version of success
  • How chasing someone else's version of success can be detrimental
  • Why its OK and even encouraged to change what success is to you as you move through different phases of your life

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In today's episode I talk about how I recently struggled with managing my negative inner voice (mental chatter), and the strategies that I used to get to get out of rumination and into a place of power.

In this episode you'll learn:

  • The first step in gaining more control of your negative chatter
  • The power of journaling in order to "zoom out"
  • How getting outside can loosen the grip of your negative chatter

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In today's episode I talk about how you can move on and recover from a poor performance. Whether you're a pro athlete or play recreation sports, there will be times when you experience poor performances. So instead of getting down on yourself for not playing the way you wanted, it's important to give yourself grace so that you can come back stronger for the next one!

In this episode you'll learn:

  • How to shift your perspective after a poor performance
  • Why it's important to analyze your performance from an objective lens
  • The power of identifying the things you did well
  • How to leave the last performance behind you and look forward to the next one

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In today's episode, I talk about how giving yourself permission to fail can be the key you need to start playing more freely!

In this episode we dive into:

  • Why giving yourself permission to fail will help you to stop overthinking and therefore play with more confidence
  • The role the mind plays in failure and holding back
  • How to incorporate this mindset shift into pre-game

Become a founding member of our BRAND NEW membership for parents and athletes The Alpha Empowerment Circle: https://www.alphagirlconfidence.com/alpha-empowerment

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In today's episode, I share the biggest mistakes that parents make pre-game, in-game, and post-game that hurt your daughter's confidence (and how to fix it).

In this episode you'll learn:

  • The importance of having a conversation about what your daughter needs from you pre-game
  • The 3 big no-no's when you're on the sideline
  • How you can build up your daughter's confidence post-game while giving her autonomy to improve

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In today's special College Recruiting episode, I sat down with the Head Coach of Brescia University Women's Soccer, Shaun Soderling.

This conversation was a recruiting MASTERCLASS on all things college recruiting that can be applied regardless of your sport or where you're at on your recruiting journey. On this episode you'll learn:

  • How to build your brand in order to stand out
  • What college coaches look for on and off the field
  • The importance of relationship building with coaches
  • How to use highlight videos in order to get coaches to come watch you play

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Tournament season is in full swing! So on today's episode I talk about how to get in the zone mentally and physically so that you can perform at your best each game!

In this episode you'll learn:

  • My top pre and post game routine strategies
  • The importance of taking care of your body (and tips on how to best do that)
  • Why having more fun is the secret ingredient to increased performance and confidence

Read my book She The Confident

Additional episodes referenced:

Nutrition: https://www.alphagirlconfidence.com/podcasts/alpha-girl-confidence/episodes/2147558403

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On today's episode I sat down with speed and strength coach, Erica Suter. We discussed the 7 Pillars of Performance and how each one plays a vital role in not only how you perform in your sport, but how you show up in your life!

In this episode you'll learn:

  • The importance of sleep for your physical, mental, and emotional health
  • Nutrition principles for high performance
  • Why having more fun is key to improved performance
  • The power of purpose

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In today's episode I talk about the importance of LEANING IN to challenges that you'll encounter in life. If you want to build more physical, emotional, and mental strength, pushing through these challenges is what is going to completely transform your life!

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In today's episode we talk about high to be confident in high pressure situations - whether it's taking a PK, shooting a free throw, or standing at the plate!

In this episode you'll learn:

  • How mental training plays a role in high pressure moments
  • The mindset shifts needed for high pressure situations
  • 3 strategies to feel confident when under pressure

Check out my new FREE mini-course: Cultivating Confidence The Alpha Girl Way

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In today's episode I discuss how your "flaws" aren't actually flaws... instead, your flaws are just something you where taught.

You'll learn how to view your flaws differently so that you can embrace all parts of you that make you YOU!

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Today's episode is a very simple, yet powerful message. In this episode I talk about how you don't NEED to do anything to be worthy and good enough (because you already are).

You'll learn that you already are worthy no matter what you do or don't do, and how society teaches us that you're only enough, if you check the so-called "boxes".

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In today's episode, we end Mental Health Awareness Month with a powerful episode for parents!

In this episode you'll learn 4 powerful ways that you can better support your daughter with her mental and emotional health. Whether your daughter is feeling great or going through a tough time, this episode will help the whole family to be happier and healthier in all areas of life!

Looking for a supportive community for you and your daughter? Check out The Alpha Empowerment Circle

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Welcome to the first "Insight of the Week"!

Every Friday we'll be sharing an insight from our YouTube video series "Insight Of The Day With Shay" and sharing it here! 

Today's insight is about...Gratitude

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In this episode, I sat down with Daria Lucchesi who is a former National Champion Lacrosse player, coach, mentor, business owner, and overall amazing human being!

In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, we discussed a slew of topics related to mental and emotional health such as:

  • The pressure of being an athlete
  • How to navigate the highs and lows of your journey
  • The importance of surrendering, accepting, and trusting all that life has to offer
  • How to feel your emotions instead of suppressing them

Connect with Daria on IG: @darlucchesi

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On today's episode I share the #1 thing that I practice everyday that improves my mental and emotional health.

This is a practice that is available for ALL and for FREE and has hundreds of benefits for anyone who practices. In this episode I break down the 6 biggest benefits to developing this practice and how it can not only improve your mental health, but your confidence and overall happiness as well!

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On today's episode, we are kicking off Mental Health Awareness Month with a bang!

In this episode, we dive into daily habits that hurt your mental health and daily habits that improve your mental health. We will be discussing the top 3 habits to let go of and 3 habits to start to implement if you want to improve your mental and emotional health!

Grab out a pen and paper and get ready to implement these habits!

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In today's episode I discuss the topic of bribing your kids for their performance - is it useful or is it destructive??

In this episode you will learn:

  • The biggest downfalls to bribing your kids
  • How you can use bribing in a more positive way (if you're going to do it)
  • The importance of learning/growth over EVERYTHING else

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In today's episode I chat with Michael Locasto who is a human performance and energy coach. He spent 8 years working with hundreds of elite level athletes including working with the Arizona Diamondbacks.

In this powerful episode we talk about:

  • Detaching your identity and self-worth from sport
  • Where real confidence comes from
  • How to use your emotions to guide you
  • The power of breath work

Connect with Michael on IG: @michael.locasto

Website: https://www.michaellocasto.com/

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In today's episode I break down 3 tangible steps that you can take to get AND stay motivated to do just about anything - from training on your own, to doing your homework (and even cleaning your room)!

Grab a notebook and get ready to apply these 3 steps!

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In today's episode I sat down with Jessica Burgio, Founder + Creator of Beauty Inspires Beauty, transformational confidence coach, and (of course) a soccer mom!

This episode is highly valuable for parents as we talk about how important it is for parents to model confidence for your kids (instead of just telling them), why you need to put yourself first in order to give to your kids, and the power of setting healthy habits as a family.

Connect with Jessica on Social: @jessicaburgio

Check out The Beauty Inspires Beauty Podcast

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In today's episode I talk about 4 ways to more effectively handle pressure, both internal pressure that you put on yourself, and external pressure that you feel from others.

In this episode you'll learn:

  • The importance of regulating the pressure you feel
  • How to change your perception of pressure
  • The #1 thing that helped me relieve pressure when I was playing

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In today's episode, I sat down with Buford Mobley who is the author of The Soccer Parent Lifestyle and creator of The Soccer Parent Lifestyle Facebook Group.

In this episode, we discuss:

  • The problems with the youth sports landscape
  • How parents can be a part of the solution
  • Buford's PEDAL Formula teaching parents how to raise happy, healthy, and successful athletes

Grab your copy of Buford's book The Soccer Parent Lifestyle book

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On today's episode I am sharing my conversation with Erica Suter on her podcast, The Soccer Queens Podcast.

In this episode we talk about the importance of finding and connecting with yourself to build lasting confidence in all areas of life!

Check out the Soccer Queens Podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRSY26aaZ9F5ZxORVA0ZMYA

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In today's episode I sat down with Tierra Brandt who is a 2x IFMA gold medalist in Muay Thai. At only 20 years old, Tierra is well on her way to be the best female fighter in the world and talks about the mindset and preparation required if you want to be the best.

So if you're a parent, athlete, or coach who wants to learn from a world class athlete, you're going to love this conversation where we talk about:

  • The importance of believing you're the best in the ring (field/court)
  • How Tierra mentally prepares before a fight
  • The preparation required leading up to a fight
  • How Tierra dealt with the highs and lows of an ACL injury
  • How she balanced school, soccer, and fighting in high school

Follow Tierra on IG: @tierra_brandt

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In today's episode I talk about the power of the "M" word... MEDITATION.

If you really want to become THE most confident version of yourself, you need to turn down the noise and start connecting with yourself on a deeper level... and meditation is one way to do that.

A very small percentage of girls will give meditation a shot, but if you're willing to start small, and stick with it, I promise you will begin to separate yourself and develop a deeper sense of self worth and fulfillment.

Want to take it a step further and join other girls in developing unshakable confidence, click here: https://www.alphagirlconfidence.com/collective

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In today's episode I sat down with Lou Arseneault who is an author, professional soccer player, coach, and speaker. She is world traveler who is passionate about inspiring younger generations to reach their goals and pursue their dreams.

Throughout her experiences, Louise has adopted the mindset of tackling life “head on” and has learned skills, methods, and techniques on how to turn a seemingly bad situation into an opportunity for growth.

In this episode we discuss:

  • The power of trusting your intuition
  • Why we all need to build more reflection time into our daily lives
  • How to ACTUALLY set and achieve goals
  • How to overcome any "bad situation" by changing your perspective...
  • And so much more!

Connect with Lou:

Instagram: @louise_arseneault, @pyramidjugglingprogram

Website: https://www.louisearseneault.com/

Book: https://www.louisearseneault.com/theblackout

Pyramid Juggling Program: https://www.louisearseneault.com/coaching

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I know (from plenty of experience) how tough it is to come back from injury, and specifically, how to come back and play with confidence! So, on today's episode I talk about how you can start playing with more confidence after getting injured.

In this episode you'll learn:

  • The importance of trusting your body
  • Why you need to focus on your own journey and strengths
  • and why every obstacle in your life is a blessing

Learn more about how your daughter can can develop a deeper sense of self- confidence on and off the field: https://www.alphagirlconfidence.com/collective

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In today's episode, I talk about a big misconception I've been seeing in the youth sports world that needs to be addressed!

Too many parents and coaches are prioritizing technical training when it may not be THE answer to helping your daughter become more confident on and off the field/court.

Learn more about how your daughter can can develop a deeper sense of self- confidence and self-worth here: https://www.alphagirlconfidence.com/collective

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In today's episode I'm talking about how you can navigate the highs and lows of confidence. This is something that I struggled with a ton in both my youth and college career. It's important to know that your growth is something you'll have to continuously work on step by step, even if those steps are small.

Things I'l be going over:

  • What to do when you're at low and high points.
  • Why you should give yourself grace.
  • How to understand the positives in low points.
  • Why small steps are important.

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On today's episode I sat down with college Head Coach and former 4x national champion Dawn Crow. Dawn has a decorated career both as a player and a coach and more importantly, is an awesome human being who is doing incredible things for the women's game.

In this episode we dive deep into how coaches can improve team culture and performance by being more vulnerable, investing in players, and connecting with them as people first, athletes second.

If you're a coach of any sport or age, this episode is going to completely change the way you lead and coach your team, so we can't wait for you to listen!

Connect with Dawn on Twitter: @bootit05

Learn more about our upcoming confidence workshop for players: https://www.alphagirlconfidence.com/january-workshop

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On today's episode I share how you can overcome (or shrink) your biggest fears! Whether you're afraid of making mistakes on the field, scared to talk to a new friend, or have a fear of flying....This episode will help you to overcome the fear both internally and externally.

I also share information on our upcoming workshop where we're donating 100% of the proceeds to charity! Click the link to sign up and learn more: https://www.alphagirlconfidence.com/january-workshop

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Today's episode is a MUST- LISTEN for parents! In this episode I talk about how parents can better support their kids through anxiety using the "3 C's" (Comfort, Communication, and Community).

If your daughter has ever experienced anxiety or is currently experiencing it, this episode will be the most important episode you listen to thus far!

Learn more about our community, The Alpha Girl Collective here: https://www.alphagirlconfidence.com/collective 

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On today's episode, I talk about how you can become your best self this year by releasing old habits and adopting new habits.

In this episode you'll learn:

  • The power of habits
  • How to release habits that don't serve you
  • How to incrementally create new habits that DO serve you

If you're ready to become your best self and want my help, click the link to book your free 1:1 strategy session: https://calendly.com/coachshay17/strategy-session

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Today's episode is the last one of 2021! And with that, I talk about the 3 most important lessons to take into 2022.

These are lessons that I know will help you to live a happier, more confident life. Tune in to learn the lessons and apply them to the new year!

Happy New Year!

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In this episode Erica Suter and I talk about her newly published book The Strong Female Athlete! This book is so much more than just a book, it is an in depth Female Athlete Guide to Improve Performance, Reduce Injury, and Increase Confidence.

Whether you're an athlete, a parent, or a coach, this episode and book will make a huge impact on your life!

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Today I’m talking about how you can get better during your off season. There's a misconception in youth sports that “the only way to get better is if I train all the time”.... And that mindset is doing you more harm than good. Instead, in this episode I talk about:

  • How you can get better physically during off season
  • How you can get better mentally during off season
  • Understanding that by doing these things you won’t get “rusty” during your break, you’ll actually grow.

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Today I’m talking with Danielle Gray. She’s a multi-passionate entrepreneur, fitness model, speaker, and founder of Train Like A Gymnast. She’s also a former junior Olympic gymnast, judge and coach. She is passionate about helping people become forever athletes and mental health. Some of what we’re going to be talking about is:

  • What a forever athlete is
  • The importance of movement, even after your sport.
  • Mental Health (Danielle’s Story)

Connect with Danielle: 

www.instagram.com/daniellegrayfit

www.instagram.com/trainlikeagymnast

www.daniellegrayfit.com

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On today's episode, I talk about the lessons I've learned from chopping all of my hair off and how you can apply these lessons to all areas of your life!

In this episode you'll learn:

  • The importance of not identifying with what you do or what you look like
  • Why you need to always trust your gut
  • How to live authentic to who you are

If you want to see the new fresh cut, watch on youtube here :)

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In today’s special Thanksgiving episode, I’ll be talking about living in gratitude. To become a happier, more loving, less anxious, and more confident person, you need to live your life in gratitude.

In this episode, you will learn:

  • The importance of gratitude in your everyday life.
  • How visualization will super power your gratitude.
  • Why you and your family should share gratitude with each other daily/weekly.

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On today's episode I sat down with Trevor Wachsman who was my college coach at Utah State! Trevor is a current youth soccer coach and has 20 years of experience coaching at the collegiate level.

In this episode we cover:

  • The importance of preparing physically and mentally for the next level
  • How to deal with the ups and downs of playing time
  • How taking personal responsibility will elevate your game, your confidence, and your leadership abilities
  • ....and so much more!

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In today’s episode I’ll be going over ways on how to deal with toxic people in your life. Whether that’s teammates, friends, coaches, etc, this talk will give you more insight on how to address situations with these kinds of people in the future. 

Main topics:

  • What happens when you understand that you can only control yourself.
  • Why standing up for yourself is important.
  • Understand that you’ll have to have tough conversation with yourself
  • The importance of showing up for yourself regardless of other people.

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In today's episode, Erica and I talk about all things college recruiting. We share our recruiting journey, why we chose the schools we attended, and how to get out of comparison!

In this episode you'll learn:

  • The factors to consider when selecting schools.
  • How to get out of comparison and into action.
  • Why putting your needs and wants first is the most important thing when it comes to choosing a school.

Follow Erica on Twitter and Instagram @fitsoccerqueen

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Today I’m talking with 16 year old soccer player Ruhi Maletira, who is also the creator behind Inside Athletes. Ruhi is a soccer player who has played at ECNL and Academy levels, and like every athlete she has been through her highs and lows. Inside Athletes is a passion project that comes from her own experiences. She is a strong advocate to encourage athletes who struggle with their mentality.

We’ll be talking to about:

  • Her story.
  • How she navigates the highs and lows of confidence.
  • Athlete motivation.
  • How injuries effect your mental health.
  • How to stay confident while going through an injury.
  • How to consistently build your confidence everyday.

Follow Ruhi:

Instagram @inside.athletes

https://www.insideathletes.com/

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In todays episode I’m joined by my friend Erica Suter and we’re talking about the “not so secret” secret to seeing lasting results.

You’ll learn:

  • Why you need to focus on the time between trainings, calls, games, etc.
  • Why just showing up is not enough.
  • The importance of what you do when no one’s watching.

Check out Erica's program for coaches: Total Youth Athlete Fitness

Follow Erica on Twitter and Instagram @fitsoccerqueen

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Today’s episode is for the parents. I’ll be talking to you about how you can help get your daughter motivated in a way that won’t strain your relationship. How you can maintain a balance between pushing her and letting her do what she wants and how to keep her accountable without it coming directly from you. Because, if the motivation comes from your daughter, chance are it’ll be so much healthier for both her and you.

Main topics that’ll be covered:

  • Why you should lead by example.
  • The importance of asking your daughter her goals/dreams while having zero judgment.
  • Why she needs an accountability partner, and why they might not be you (the parent).

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On today's episode I go deep into my story with anxiety and show you the old way of dealing with anxiety vs the new way.

If your daughter is struggling with anxiety in any way and desires to learn the strategies to calm nerves and anxiety in school life, social life, and athletic life, then you're going to love this episode!

In this episode you'll learn:

  • Why trying to control anxiety is only making it worse
  • The impact anxiety can have on your life if you fear it
  • The power of talking about and getting support for your anxiety

Join us for our 2 week live program "Transcending Anxiety" to learn how to develop Calm Confidence in all areas of your life: https://www.alphagirlconfidence.com/offers/2q2JbNb2

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In today's episode, I had the pleasure of talking with business owners and parents, Beth and Greg Langston. Beth and Greg established The College Flight Plan to empower students to master their self-discovery, allowing them to successfully activate their life's purpose.

Combining over 20 years of experience in the education field and executive leadership, they have mentored hundreds of students and young professionals. Their courses provide training, coaching, and expert advice to enable students to establish clarity, confidence, and control over their future.

In this episode we discuss:

  • How teens can identify and use their values to guide them in achieving their goals
  • The method Beth and Greg use to help teens find their purpose in life
  • Advice for parents on how to empower your kids to lead successful and purposeful lives

Learn more about College Flight Plan: https://collegeflightplan.com/

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On today's episode I talk about how taking full responsibility for yourself and your decisions will change your life.

You'll be learning:

  • Why you should be aware of your responsibility and what happens when you give it away.
  • How to actually take your responsibility back into your  own hands.
  • How taking responsibility for your decisions (good and bad) will help you to become a better leader

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Having a growth mindset will help in all aspects of your life, which is why parents and coaches should be helping their kids develop one. Today’s episode I’m sharing with you 3 ways you can help your kid(s) develop that growth mindset.

You’ll learn:

  • Why you need to compliment the work/effort and not the results.
  • That you yourself need your own growth mindset and set an example.
  • You can’t do it for them, but you can encourage them in many ways.

Looking for an awesome community to support both you and your daughter in building confidence? Check out the Alpha Girl Collective here: https://www.alphagirlconfidence.com/collective

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I know that life can be stressful and overwhelming, epically as a youth athlete, which is why today I am talking to you about how you can balance sports, school, and a social life. I’ll be explaining why you should be paying attention to your schedule(s), lessening your social media time, and paying attention to how you treat your body.

Get ready to take notes on:

  • Why you need to take responsibility for your time.
  • How to limit you social media and why.
  • The importance of managing your energy.

Looking for an awesome community to support you in building confidence? Check out the Alpha Girl Collective here: https://www.alphagirlconfidence.com/collective

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Today’s episode is important for everyone, because I’m talking about bullying and how it needs to end. You’ll realize that if/when you are getting bullied it’s never about you…It’s about the person bullying you…It’s their hurt and insecurities that they take out on you.

The main points addressed in this episode are:

  • What to do if you are getting bullied?
  • What to do if you see others getting bullied?
  • What to do if you are the bully?

Looking for an awesome community to support your daughter in building confidence? Check out the Alpha Girl Collective here: https://www.alphagirlconfidence.com/collective

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In today's episode I sit down with Julia Eyre, who is the founder of White Lion Performance. Julia is a sport neuroscientist who talks loudly about load management, speed, pain, menstruation, stress, LGBTQA issues and athlete mental health.

In this episode we talked about:

  • Ways to improve your mental health
  • The importance of tracking your periods
  • Techniques for stress management
  • and so much more!

Follow Julia:

Instagram: @whitelionperformance

Twitter: @heyjulialion

Youtube: White Lion Performance

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Today I talk about the difference between what you may think confidence is versus what it actually is. Here’s what you’ll learn: 

  • What happens when you’re willing to fail.
  • What the only thing is that’s stopping you.
  • What it true confidence is.

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In today’s episode I’m back with Erica Suter and we’re talking about how coaches can cultivate confidence in their players. We’ll be diving deep into the effect coaches have on their player both physically and mentally. A couple of main points are:

  • Why shouldn’t being calling your players out on every mistake.
  • Understanding that you as the coach set the tone for the team culture.
  • Why you should be doing team bonding activities.

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In today’s episode I’m talking about how prioritizing your mental health is important no matter who you are or where you are in your career. That the first step to really bettering yourself is working on your mental game and mindset. Get ready to learn:

  • Why Naomi Osaka and Simone Biles are THE QUEENS!
  • What happens when you start to focus on your mental game.
  • How actions you take today will effect your future self.

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In today's episode I'm talking with Natalie "Nano" Norris, my former teammate from Utah State University. Nano is the Director of Sports Nutrition at Utah State and the head of both the boys and girls program at Logan High School (Utah). Nano's and I discussion today will include:

  • Her medical struggles in both her high school and college sports career.
  • General nutrition information for athletes. (What to fuel up with before and after games.)
  • Common misconceptions of the nutrition industry.

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Today I’m talking about how you can become mentally stronger while going through an injury. I’ll be teaching just how important your mental is to your overall recovery as well as when you get back to training and playing full time. A few of the topic points are:

  • What visualization can do for you.
  • Why staying engaged with your team is important.
  • The importance of finding a mentor.

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On today's episode I'm talking with Jordan Grundl, 17 year old soccer player from Munich, Germany, who I've been working with for nearly a year now on her mental game. Listeners will get to hear how Jordan handled her soccer career through the Covid pandemic, ways she kept herself motivated, and how she has navigated the ups and downs throughout her confidence journey.

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Comparison is one of the biggest road blocks when it comes to growing your confidence both in your sport and in life...So on today's episode I talk about how you can move past comparison! 

In this episode you’ll learn:

  • How to STOP comparing someone’s strengths to your weaknesses.
  • The power in muting social media accounts.
  • The concept of community over competition.

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Today I'm talking with Erica Suter and we are going to dive deep into the 4 non-negotiable habits that will improve both your physical and mental performance. 

In this episode you'll learn:

  • Why sleep is the foundation for all habits
  • The importance of getting off of you phone/social media.
  • Why you don’t have time to not be meditating
  • The daily movements that’ll benefit your every day life.

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On today’s episode Shay talks about how to mentally crush tournament season!

In this episode you will learn:

  • How being mentally locked in will help you to perform at your best
  • Why you need to take care of your physical and mental in order to win
  • Strategies to use to stay locked in mentally throughout the tournament

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Today Coach Shay is sharing her interview from the podcast "Unlocking Your Ambition" hosted by Megan Eddinger. During this interview they discuss how parents can best support their kid's confidence both on and off the field. 

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In today’s episode Coach Shay is explaining why you need to happy with yourself before achieving your goals, instead of striving to reach your goals to be happy. That chasing something external will never truly make the internal happy.

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Q&A Ask Shay Day! Today’s question is “How do I deal with crazy parents on the sideline?”

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In todays episode we are sharing a talk Coach Shay did in our Facebook group, that was about mistakes sports parents make. Today you’ll learn what the biggest 3 mistakes are that sport parents make and how they can not make those mistakes going forward. This is going to be an amazing episode for our parents and it can also be beneficial for our youth athletes in learning how they can communicate the ideas talked about today with their parents. 

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In this episode Coach Shay talks with former Olympian Paige Lawrence. The two will be diving deep into how to deal with judgement (from players, coaches, judges, etc), how to build a solid foundation of people around you, how to focus on solutions instead of problems, and smooch more! 

Paige Lawrence is a former olympic figure skater (started skating at age 9) who competed in the 2014 Sochi Olympics for Canada. She is now a performance coach for entrepreneurs and high achievers. She use her athletic experiences to help people ditch the excuses and take quick and impactful actions towards their goals. 

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In this episode Coach Shay dives into how there are 2 types of mindsets people have. It's either people who “believe that life happens to them” or “believe life happens for them.” You’ll learn what the difference is between the two and how these mindsets have an impact on your life. 

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Katelyn has been working with Coach Shay on her mental game for about a year now. In this player interview listeners will get to hear how Katelyn went from feeling frustrated and lacking confidence to being in the best mental and physical shape of her life by working on her mental game (and how you can too)!

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You’re pushing yourself to grow, but not seeing any improvement? This episode is for you! Coach Shay is gong to be reaching you how your mindset is the key to unlocking your full potential not only in sports but life as a whole. You’ll learn why you need to be focusing on your mindset and how it’s not a one and done process, but that it is an everyday thing, a life journey.

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We understand that as a parent all you want to do is be there for your daughter.  In today’s Q&A Coach Shay will be answering 2 questions that many parents have asked her:

  1. How can I help my daughter get out of her own head?
  2. What are things we can say to encourage our daughter?

While this episode is geared to parents, it is also good to listen too as the female athlete (daughter) as it could give you insight to what your parents are trying to do for you in your sports career. 

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If you don’t set big goals, you’re limiting yourself. In this episode Coach Shay is teaching you why you should be striving to play big and not small. That when you keep yourself from big goals, you ruin your opportunities to learn lessons. You’re going to learn that all you have to do is “just take one small step every day” and that the “outcome doesn’t matter the most important thing is the journey…”

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This is our first Q&A episode on the AGC Podcast. Today Coach Shay is answering the most common question asked in her programs…”How do I deal with teammates that don’t take it seriously and that don’t play hard” Shay will be teaching you different strategies and also letting you know certain things that need to be understood when moving forward with your team. You’re going to learn that in situations like this, there is only so much you can control.

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“The power of your thoughts and words are everything.” Todays episode is all about how to stop bullying yourself. Coach Shay is going to be teaching you what happens when all you do is belittle yourself and how damaging that can be to your confidence and overall growth. You will learn tips on how to recognize when you are bullying yourself and how you can work on stopping those negative thoughts.

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For this months guest podcast Coach Shay is talking with the founders of Soccer Grl Probs; Carly Elizabeth Beyar, Shannon  Fay, and Alanna Locast. They’ll be talking about how to come back from challenges, how to ask for help, how to improve team dynamics all around, and so much more!

Their mission is to “support and encourage the well-being and positive self-image of young female athletes everywhere. We aim to inspire the idea of a strong, confident, positive female athlete who is comfortable in her own skin. We want to empower young female athletes to build a strong inner foundation and to have the confidence to proudly grow into the women they will become.”

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Today we’re telling you why you should get a mentor and how important it is for you to have one. Coach Shay gives you pointers on what kind of mentor to look for, as well as looking for multiple mentors that are for different parts of your life. Shay also emphasis the idea that you don’t need to wait until you’re struggling to find this mentor, that you should try to find one before hard times hit so you have support to help get you through those challenges. 

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Today’s episode is for our athletes parents. Coach Shay is going to be teaching 3 ways that you can make sure your child feels “good enough” The way you interact with your child will stay with them for life, and they are looking at you more than you know, especially in their sports career. From the body language you as a parent display at your child’s game, to how you do things at home, all these interactions have an impact on the growth of you child’s confidence both in life and their sport. 

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Today Coach Shay is talking about what your fear could be costing you. How many times have you kept yourself from doing something out of fear that it won't go the way you want? That is o way to live your life, espically as you grow in both your sports career and your everyday life. THe biggest lesson out of today's episode is "you either get the outcome you wanted or the lesson you needed."

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This week Coach Shay is talking with Kiley Norkus about how you need to work on and improve your mental health in order to improve your overall performance.

Kiley is a former D1 collegiate soccer player, and a current pro player overseas. She’s been through many ups and downs in life and learning how to stay grounded in her confidence is a huge part to her success. She is the founder of Norkus Sports, her recruiting and mentoring agency. She says helping youth athletes reach the next level playing wise and mentally has been incredible.

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Frustrated with not seeing results? Coach Shay is here today talking to you about what to do when you find yourself in those frustrating moments. Everyone grows at their own pace and you have to remember “You never know how close you are...don’t give up.”

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In this episode Coach Shay is giving tips that’ll help you develop a stronger and more confident post-game routine. We’re naturally wired to focus more on the bad things we’ve done rather than the good and we want to change that for you! Today you’re learning what focusing on the negative does to you and ways to change your focus so that you build yourself up not tear yourself down.

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Coach Shay is talking to you about how to grow your confidence while you reach your goals. She goes in-depth on the actions you need to take to have a positive journey to reaching the goals you set for yourself. 

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Today Coach Shay talks with Sarah Cowart, owner of Sideline Confessions. Sarah is a teacher, coach, and mentor to student-athletes. She works with students, teaching them how they can balance their academic and athletic life. Her main expertise is helping students “navigate the academic process to become a collegiate student-athlete, provide [them] with the tools to be successful in the classroom, and fulfill [their] purpose.” Today you’ll learn when to start preparing academically to play college sports, how to prepare for standardized testing, when to register for the NCAA eligibility center, and so much more!

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In today’s episode Coach Shay is talking about how to build your confidence during an injury. You’ll be learning how to better trust your body, the importance of visualizing how you want to perform, taking time to find other ways you can improve and so much more!

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Today Coach Shay is giving you a quick talk about how in order to increase your skill, you need to train outside of your comfort zone. You’ll learn a few tips on how to improve the way you approach your practicing and how making mistakes and being outside your comfort zone is a good thing! 

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Today’s episode is for the parents. Coach Shay has advice for parents of athletes and how building a strong relationship with their child will help lead them to build a stronger confidence.

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In today’s episode Coach Shay is talking about tryouts. She’ll be going over what you should before the tryouts, during the tryouts, and what to do after the tryouts.

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In today’s episode, Shay interviews Emily Williams who is an upcoming author and an expert in female athlete relationships.

Emily has played basketball all her and currently is a coach to female athletes. While doing so she realized that there were no books out there for pre-teens and teens that taught them how to become an empowered female. This lead her to write her own book teaching these lessons called “Lady-thelets”

In this episode, we discuss all things female athletes and relationships, both on and off the field. How players can navigate relationships with their teammates, how to address “mean girls” and that being vulnerable is okay. We also talk about how coaches and parents play a role in the overall dynamics of the team.

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In today’s episode, Shay will teach you what the missing link is to achieving your full potential… and why it’s so underrated.

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In today’s episode, Shay will teach you how to have more fun and be happier while achieving your goals!

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In today’s episode, you will learn the 3 things you must be doing before games, tryouts, or practice to help you mentally prepare and feel more confident.

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On today’s episode, Shay interviews Lindsey Elizabeth Cortes who is a Professional sports Dietitian, competitive runner, and owner of Rise Up Nutrition.

Lindsey is an expert in the sports nutrition industry helping athletes fuel their body the right way. She works with high school athletes, college athletes, pro athletes, and formerly served as the Performance Dietitian for Special Operations & US Military.

In this episode we dive into how female athletes should properly fuel around their menstrual cycle, disordered eating and how it affects not only athletic performance, but body image, and the biggest myths around sports nutrition!

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Over the last few months, we’ve realized that there is one thing that A LOT of players are struggling with right now… and that is procrastination!

In today’s episode Coach Shay will walk you through a simple process to stop procrastinating on the things that matter and also things that are not so fun… 

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Becoming more confident is a PRACTICE… in this episode Coach Shay teaches you 3 things that you need to practice in order to build lasting confidence both on and off the field.

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Happy New Year! In today’s episode Coach Shay walks you through 6 questions to ask yourself in order to make 2021 a great year. 

In these questions you will reflect on 2020 and what you have learned and plan ahead for 2021. 

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On today’s episode, Coach Shay interviews Paige Tonz who is an athlete mindset mentor for girl athletes.

Paige grew up playing softball and went on to play DI at Northwestern University.

In this episode, we dive into how to better manage your time, set pre and post-game routines, and how to make your MESS your MESSAGE!

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In today’s special edition Christmas episode, Coach Shay will teach you how keeping the promises you make to yourself is the greatest gift of all!

Tune in to hear why this is so important and how you can develop more trust within yourself.

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In today’s episode, Coach Shay gets real about what she wishes she knew in high school. You’ll learn 3 very important lessons that’ll help you to live a more confident, empowering life on and off the field. 

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With increasing shutdowns due to Covid… games, tournaments, and practices are getting cancelled again, which has proven to be especially frustrating for youth athletes.

In this episode, Coach Shay talks about focusing on 3 things in order to improve your mental health, physical health, and confidence during times of uncertainty.

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In today’s episode, Coach Shay talks about the 4 C’s of success (in sport and life) and the importance of defining what success looks like for you.

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On today’s 100th episode, Coach Shay interviews Lauren Silver. Lauren played college soccer at University of Florida, then went on to play professionally in Europe, in the NWSL and with the Jamaican National team in the 2019 World Cup. 

She is also an entrepreneur where she helps college and pro athletes to build their brand, and also helps high school student athletes to get recruited and professionally market themselves. 

In this episode we dive into what it really takes to play at the highest level, how to separate yourself from the pack, and why you need to forge your own path if you really want to be successful. 

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In today’s episode, Coach Shay talks about the importance of the mental game and why you need to own your confidence development!

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In today’s episode, Coach Shay gives you tips on how to handle a team environment that has cliques on a personal level and a team level

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In today’s episode, Coach Shay teaches you how to not only look more confident on the outside but how to feel more confident on the inside with one simple trick

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On today’s episode Coach Shay interviews Jill Petersen who is the Co-Founder of Girls Mentorship whose mission is to coach girls on how to gain self-awareness, self-confidence, and self-worth.

In this episode, we talk about body image and how it affects confidence as a whole both on and off the field. We also dig into the role that parents and the media play in how we perceive our bodies. This is an awesome episode for not only players but for parents who are looking to learn more about how they can help their daughters have better self-worth.

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In today’s episode, Coach Shay teaches you what to do after you get benched.

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In today’s episode, Coach Shay gives you a wake-up call in realizing that nothing is stopping you but you!

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In today’s episode, Coach Shay teaches you how to get out of the negativity of the world, and into positivity

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In today’s episode Coach Shay interviews Anna Tuuri who is a 15yr old soccer player, referee, and coach. She plays Goalkeeper while navigating a high school schedule, taking community college classes, coaching special needs athletes, volunteering, and hosting Keep The Game Beautiful Podcast.

She is verbally committed to play at the University of Wisconsin Stevens Point and plans to be a Special Education teacher when she gets older.

In this episode, we talk about how to lead and be successful regardless of age and size, the importance of being a well-rounded athlete, and tips on how to navigate the recruiting process!

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In today’s episode, Coach Shay teaches you how to play through mistakes so that you can stop overthinking and start playing to your full potential!

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In today’s episode, Coach Shay teaches you how to be a great leader on your team that your teammates look up to and respect

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In today’s episode, Coach Shay talks about why having good friends and people in your life is so important for your confidence and your success. 

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In today’s episode, Coach Shay teaches you how to focus on making daily progress instead of striving for perfection on and off the field

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On today’s episode, Coach Shay interviews Mac St. Ogne who is a recent graduate of Dartmouth College where she majored in psychology and played both ice hockey and rugby.

Mac started The Sideline Perspective as a way to bring athletes and people together to create a supportive community where individuals can share inspiration, support, advice, and the real highs and lows of their transitions from sport to the professional world.

In this episode we cover everything relating to dealing with injury, transitioning from being an athlete to a non-athlete, how to find your identity outside of sports, and more!

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In today’s episode, Coach Shay talks about how you can take advantage of social media and use it for good instead of playing the comparison game.

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In today’s episode, Coach Shay shows you some actionable strategies to better manage your time now that school is starting up. Whether you’re in online school or not, this will help you to align your goals with your time!

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In today’s episode, Coach Shay talks about how to stop being so afraid of what other people think of you so that you can play to your full potential!

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On today’s episode, Coach Shay interviews Coach Shaun Soderling  who is is the head coach of Brescia University Women’s Soccer and the host of the top rated #SocccerChat podcast.

In this episode you’ll learn how the recruiting landscape has changed during this unprecedented time, how players can better connect with college coaches, and the recipe for buy in and a solid team culture.

Brescia Soccer social: @BresciaWSoc

Learn more about Brescia Women’s Soccer 

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In today’s episode, Coach Shay talks about the importance of goal setting and teaches you how to set AND achieve them!

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In today’s episode, Coach Shay shows you some actionable strategies to stay more consistent with your off-season training this summer so that you can become more confident.

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In today’s episode, Coach Shay talks about the importance of focusing on controlling the things in life that only YOU have control over, instead of worrying about things that hurt your mindset and confidence.

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On today’s episode, Coach Shay talks about how to feel more confident on the field after coming back from an injury!

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On today’s episode, Coach Shay interviews Dr. Nicole Surdyka who is a physical therapist, performance coach, former NCAA D-1 Soccer Player, and US Soccer Licensed Coach.

In this episode we talk about what athletes of all ages can do to help minimize the risk of injury as well what the return to play process should look like for athletes who are in recovery. This episode is packed with an insane amount of valuable information for parents, players, and coaches. 

Ebooks: https://www.nicolesurdykaphysio.com/ebooks/

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In today’s episode, Coach Shay teaches you how to become a great leader, teammate, and communicator without being bossy!

We just opened up our next round of group confidence coaching! Click here to apply and learn more

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In today’s episode, Coach Shay talks about the importance of finding your identity outside of sports and what you can do to gain confidence as more than an athlete.

We just opened up our next round of group confidence coaching! Click here to apply and learn more

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In today's episode Coach Shay talks about how player can stay motivated with the upcoming summer season.
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On today’s episode, Coach Shay interviews Yael Averbuch who is the founder of Techne Futbol, and former pro and US Women’s National team player. 

In this episode, you will hear about Yael’s journey as a professional player and national team player, how she started Techne Futbol, and what it takes to make it to the highest level of competition. 

Check out the Techne Futbol app here: https://www.technefutbol.com/

Instagram: @yaelaverbuch , @technefutbol

Twitter: @Yael_Averbuch , @technefutbol

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In today’s episode, Coach Shay teaches you 3 specific steps that you need to take to get started in the recruiting process!

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In today’s episode, Coach Shay talks about how to add structure to your day so that you can be more productive, and less bored! 

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In today’s episode, Coach Shay talks about what players, teams, and coaches can do to improve and grow as a team during this time apart. 

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In today's episode, Coach Shay chats with Grace Strausser, who is the Creator of One South Soccer Club in Fairhope, AL. 

In this episode, we chat about what players and coaches can do to connect and improve team chemistry in the current state of the world, and how coaches can empower their athletes on and off the field. 

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Learn more about One South SC here:

Website: https://www.onesouthsc.com/

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In today’s episode, Coach Shay talks about why you must go out and compete every single day in order to become a better player and a better teammate.

To level up the mental side of your game, check out Coach Shay’s book, She the Confident

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In today’s episode, Coach Shay walks you through the process of how to identify and develop habits in order to reach your goals faster

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In today’s episode, Coach Shay talks about why you need to face failure in order to grow and achieve your biggest goals.

Text the words “CONFIDENCE PROGRAM” to 916-400-0295 to apply for one of the 10 spots in my group program.

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In today’s episode, Coach Shay talks about what you NEED to do during the COVID-19 lockdown in order to improve and develop both physically and mentally

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In today's episode, Coach Shay chats with Joe Cleary, who is the Head Women’s Soccer Coach at Wayne State College.

In this episode, we chat about what it takes at the collegiate level and what college coaches are looking for when evaluating players. This episode is for any player or parent out there who wants to play at the next level and learn what it takes to get there!

Websites: https://wscwildcats.com/sports/womens-soccer

Instagram: @waynestsoccer

Twitter: @_JoeCleary , @WayneStSoccer

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In today’s episode, Coach Shay talks about why your limiting beliefs are holding you back and what you can do to let  go and step into your greatness.

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In today’s episode Coach Shay gives you actionable ways to be more confident when finishing on goal.

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In today's episode, Coach Shay talks about the upcoming SheBelieves Cup and why it's so important to watch and study soccer in order to become a better player.

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On today's episode, Coach Shay interviews Bobby Puppione, who is the Girls DA Director at FC Virginia.

This episode is packed with valuable information for players, parents, and coaches. We chat about Bobby's philosophy on tryouts and player development, and what coaches look for when evaluating players.

https://www.fcvirginia.com/

Twitter: @bobbypup

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In today's episode, Coach Shay talks how to physicallly and mentally prepare to transition from a recreational to club level, or from a B level team to a premier level team.

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In today's episode, Coach Shay talks about why parents have a such a huge impact on players' confidence and how to build it up, not tear it down.

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In today's episode, Coach Shay answers questions from players and coaches including how to stop feeling nervous before games, and how to lead the team as a team captain.

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On today's episode, Coach Shay interviews Erica Suter, who is one of the most influential Strength & Conditioning coaches in the industry!

This episode is packed with valuable information and steps to become a better, faster, and stronger athlete! We chat about why strength training is so important for female athletes, the steps to find a credible strength coach to work with, and more!

Click below to check out Erica's social platforms:

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In today's episode, Coach Shay talks about the importance of confidence and why so many girls struggle with it in today's game.

Click here to learn more about Coach Shay's 1on1 confidence coaching program "The Alpha Mindset Academy"

Order your copy of She the Confident here:https://www.alphagirlonline.com/book

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In today's episode, Coach Shay talks about what you can do to prepare for tryouts now, so that you feel confident and prepared way ahead of time.

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In today's episode, Coach Shay talks about the risk of injury for female athlete's and how you can minimize the risk to stay healthy!

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On today's episode, Coach Shay interviews Lauryn Huthinson who is the founder of FYP and EVLV Empire.

As a creative entrepreneur, motivational speaker, coach, & national team player, Hutch is the MASTER of living her passion every day and helping other people to do the same.

This episode is a must-listen to kick-start your 2020 off right - for players, parents, and coaches.

Learn more about Hutch and EVLV Empire below:

Instagram: @hutchfyp , @evlvempire 

Twitter: @laurynhutch_ , @evlvempire

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Repost from 2019's most downloaded episode!

In today's episode, I chat with Julia Eyre, the founder of White Lion Performance. In this episode, we dive into mental health in sports, competitive anxiety, perfectionism, and relaxation techniques to use on and off the field!

Julia is a certified strength coach and sport psychology consultant. She helps athletes build stronger minds, faster bodies, and become better humans.

Learn more about Julia and White Lion Performance:

Instagram: @whitelionperformance

Twitter: @TheJuliaLion

Website: https://whitelionperformance.com/

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On today's episode, Coach Shay shares her new book, She the Confident, and talks about why she wrote this book to help female athletes.

You can get your copy of the book plus your free bonus here: https://www.alphagirlonline.com/book

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In today's episode, Coach Shay talks about the importance of setting goals and how to take action to achieve those goals.

To learn more about our next Online Workshop click here: https://www.alphagirlonline.com/workshops

This workshop is open to any female athlete around the country!

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In today's episode Coach Shay gives you actionable ways to become an impact player in practices and in games. Instagram: @alphagirlsoccer Twitter: @alphagirlsoccer  

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In today's episode, I chat with Cecelia Townes, The Sporty Esquire. In this episode we dive into how athletes can use their sport to help them be successful in the workplace and beyond.

Cecelia is former student-athlete turned attorney, writer and entrepreneur. She dedicates her time, talents and skills to improving the experiences of student-athletes and to changing the public perception of athletes, especially that of female athletes and women in sports.

Websites: https://www.ceceliatownes.com/ , https://gladiathers.com/

Instagram: @sportyesquire , @gladiathers

Twitter: @SportyEsquire , @WeRGladiatHers

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In today's episode Coach Shay talks about what it takes in order to get recruited to play college soccer AND what it takes to play at the next level.     To learn more about Coach Shay's online college recruiting program, click here: www.alphagirlsocceronline.com/confident-recruit     Click here to schedule your free college recruiting strategy call

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In today's episode Coach Shay gives you actionable ways to mentally prepare before games in order to get rid of pre-game jitters and step out onto the field with confidence!
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In today's episode Coach Shay talks about the importance of off-season training and how to see results and stick to your training this off-season.
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In today's episode, I chat with Jason Broadwater, soccer coach, dad, and the Host of the On The Touchline Podcast.

This episode is a must listen for all parents and coaches! We dive deep into how to help your daughter stay confident and loving the game, and how volunteer coaches can further their education to become a better coach.

Check out the On The Touchline Podcast: https://onthetouchline.weebly.com/

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In today's episode, you'll learn how to get a head start on the recruiting process     Click here to schedule your free strategy call     To learn more about the blueprint that’ll help your daughter to navigate the recruiting process, stand out, and get offers from college coaches, click here: www.alphagirlsocceronline.com/confident-recruit     Instagram: @alphagirlsoccer Twitter: @alphagirlsoccer

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In today's episode Coach Shay gives you actionable ways to improve whether you feel like you're behind on your team, or you aren't feeling challenged and need an extra push!
 To sign up for our small group training program visit https://alphagirlsoccer.com/group-training-academy/   Instagram: @alphagirlsoccer Twitter: @alphagirlsoccer

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In today's episode Coach Shay gives you actionable ways to improve your confidence on and off the field

To sign up for our next Confidence and Mindset workshop, visit https://alphagirlsoccer.com/workshops/.   Instagram: @alphagirlsoccer Twitter: @alphagirlsoccer

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In today's episode Coach Shay talks about why preparing for high school tryouts are so important and what steps to take to stand out from the crowd.

To learn more about how we can help you improve your confidence and perform at a higher level, check out our website at www.alphagirlsoccer.com.   Instagram: @alphagirlsoccer Twitter: @alphagirlsoccer

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In today's episode, I chat with Deanna Schneyer, the founder of The Winning Element. In this episode we dive into how to go from a fixed to growth mindset and how to build self-confidence!

Deanna is a former DI Volleyball athlete, author, motivational speaker, and mindset/performance coach. Her platform, The Winning Element, is revolutionizing athlete development around the world.

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Social Media: @TheWinningElement & @female_athlete_inspiration 

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In today's episode, your daughter will learn the most important factors when choosing the RIGHT college for her to attend and compete at.    Click here to schedule your free strategy call   To learn more about the blueprint that’ll help your daughter to navigate the recruiting process, stand out, and get offers from college coaches, click here: www.alphagirlsocceronline.com/confident-recruit    Remember to send a screen shot of your review to shay@alphagirlsoccer.com or you can send it via instagram to @alphagirlsoccer. From there, I will personally send you a discount code for $100 off!

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In today's episode, I share my interview with Nick and Shaun on the #SoccerChat Podcast!

In this episode, we chat about how Alpha Girl Soccer Academy started and  why confidence is SO important for girls on and off the field!

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In today's episode, I go through the top 3 traits that your daughter needs in order to be a great leader!
To learn more about how we can help your daughter improve her confidence and perform at a higher level, check out our website at www.alphagirlsoccer.com. For an in depth look into our academy follow us on Instagram: @alphagirlsoccer  

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In today's episode, I chat with Julia Eyre, the founder of White Lion Performance. In this episode, we dive into mental health in sports, competitive anxiety, perfectionism, and relaxation techniques to use on and off the field!

Julia is a certified strength coach and sport psychology consultant. She helps athletes build stronger minds, faster bodies, and become better humans.

Learn more about Julia and White Lion Performance:

Instagram: @whitelionperformance

Twitter: @TheJuliaLion

Website: https://whitelionperformance.com/

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Wanna play college soccer? It all starts with ACADEMICS!   In today's episode, you'll learn why getting good grades now is CRUCIAL in getting recruited to play college soccer   Click here to schedule your free college recruiting strategy call   To learn more about the blueprint that’ll help your daughter to navigate the recruiting process, stand out, and get offers from college coaches, click here: www.alphagirlsocceronline.com/confident-recruit     Remember to send a screen shot of your review to shay@alphagirlsoccer.com or you can send it via instagram to @alphagirlsoccer. From there, I will personally send you a discount code for $100 off!

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High school, middle school, and club soccer season are just around the corner! It's time to learn how to manage your crazy schedule so you can perform at your peak on and off the field.   In today's episode, I go through my top tips in how to effectively manage your time and energy during high school season.
  To learn more about how we can help your daughter improve your confidence and perform at a higher level, check out our website at www.alphagirlsoccer.com.   For an in depth look into our academy follow us on Instagram: @alphagirlsoccer

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In today's episode, I talk about why team practices aren't enough to truly develop your daughter and what she can do in order to get ahead.
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In today's episode I chat with Derek Lipton to provide you with strategies to level-up performance by improving nutrition habits

Derek is a Registered Dietitian and Board Certified Specialist
in Sports Dietetics. Prior to starting Full Circle Sports
Nutrition, Derek worked as a Sports Dietitian at IMG
Academy, University of Georgia, and Duke University--where
he worked with the Men's Soccer team. He specializes in
personalized nutrition planning for young athletes looking to
enhance performance to play at the next level (college or
pro).

Derek provides one-on-one nutrition counseling to help athletes build a personalized nutrition plan tailored to their unique training and academic/work schedules in order to maximize strength, performance, and recovery, while also managing the athlete’s health and injury risk.

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In today's episode, I share my top 10 pieces of advice that I would give to my 13 year old self in order to help your daughter be successful.
  To learn more about how we can help improve your daughter's confidence and perform at a higher level, check out our website at www.alphagirlsoccer.com.   For an in depth look into our academy follow us on Instagram: @alphagirlsoccer

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In today's episode, you'll learn why being educated on the college recruiting process is so important and how to choose the best path for your daughter to get exposure.     Click here to schedule your free strategy call     To learn more about the blueprint that’ll help your daughter to navigate the recruiting process, stand out, and get offers from college coaches, click here: www.alphagirlsocceronline.com/confident-recruit     Remember to send a screen shot of your review to shay@alphagirlsoccer.com or you can send it via instagram to @alphagirlsoccer. From there, I will personally send you a discount code for $100 off!  

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In today's episode, I discuss how pressure in youth sports is ruining the game  for our kids and how we can put the fun back into the game!
  To learn more about how we can help your daughter improve her confidence and perform at a higher level, check out our website at www.alphagirlsoccer.com.   For an in depth look into our academy follow us on Instagram: @alphagirlsoccer

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In today's episode, you'll learn how to attack with confidence.
Check out our 1v1 attacking clinic here: www.alphagirlsoccer.com. For an in depth look into our academy follow us on Instagram: @alphagirlsoccer

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In today's episode, you'll learn when sending highlight videos are necessary, plus how to create a winning highlight video.     To learn more about the blueprint that’ll help your daughter to navigate the recruiting process, stand out, and get offers from college coaches, click here: www.alphagirlsocceronline.com/confident-recruit     You can also visit www.alphagirlsocceronline.com to learn more!     Remember to send a screen shot of this episode to shay@alphagirlsoccer.com or you can send it via instagram to @alphagirlsoccer. From there, I will personally send you a discount code for $100 off!

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In today's episode, you'll learn how to refuel and recover during tournaments this summer.
  To learn more about how we can help you improve your confidence and perform at a higher level, check out our website at www.alphagirlsoccer.com.   For an in depth look into our academy follow us on Instagram: @alphagirlsoccer

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In today's episode I break down the 13-0 dominating win vs Thailand on the USA's opening day of play in the WC.

Let's keep supporting and growing the women's game! GO USA!

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In today's episode, I talk about how you can stay on track with your off-season training in order to see results this summer.
  To learn more about our group training programs visit www.alphagirlsoccer.com/group-training   For an in depth look into our academy follow us on Instagram: @alphagirlsoccer  

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In today's episode, I share my Interview with the Coach Deanna on her podcast "The Winning Element"

In this episode, Shay shares about getting injured at a very young age and having multiple surgeries. Although she had a history or injury and reinjury, she continued to push to play at a higher level in college and thrive through her injuries. Shay also talks about using visualization to prepare for competition and the power of mindset. Finally, we talk about Alpha Girl Soccer and discuss the pressure youth athletes are under today and how parents can better support their athletes.

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In today's episode, you will learn how to decide what level your daughter should play at. Is status more important or the development of the player?
  To learn more about how we can help you improve your confidence and perform at a higher level, check out our website at www.alphagirlsoccer.com.   Follow us on Instagram: @alphagirlsoccer

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In today's episode, I go through the top questions that I get asked about the college recruiting process from both parents and players
  To learn more about our brand new college recruiting program, visit: https://www.alphagirlsocceronline.com/confident-recruit   Follow us on Instagram: @alphagirlsoccer

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In today's episode you will learn how to be successful at any tryout.

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Today's episode is for parents who have daughters that want to play college soccer, coaches of 7-12 graders, and players who want to play college soccer..
In today's episode you will learn 3 reasons why even the most talented players don't get recruited and what you can do as a player, coach, parent to (help your daughter) get recruited!
To receive 50% off our brand new college recruiting program follow the steps below: Step 1: Click here to get on our invite list: http://bit.ly/confidentrecruit Step 2: Fill out your name, email, zip code, then click submit Step 3: Check your email on May 2-6 for the special 50% off discount code You can also join the invite list at www.alphagirlsocceronline.com  

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This week's episode is about pushing past your limits and getting out of your comfort zone in order to achieve your maximum potential.

Train with a purpose and move with intention every day.

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If you haven't been training on your own to get ready for tryouts... now is the time!

Listen to today's quick message to get the motivation you need!

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In today's episode I share why players need a mentor to help them through the college recruiting process.

My mission is to help educate families and players on the college recruiting process so they can achieve their dream of playing college soccer.

CLICK HERE to subscribe to the newsletter and receive the exclusive reader-only discount on our much-anticipated college recruiting program.

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One of the most common questions I get from parents during this season is "What is the best club in (insert your city)".

There is no best club, its about finding the RIGHT club in your city so that your daughter can grow, develop, and have the best possible chance to achieve her goals.

In this episode, I teach you strategies to help you find the right club for your daughter.

To learn more about how we can help your daughter visit us on https://alphagirlsoccer.com/

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After a long day at school, having energy at practice and games can be tough.

In today's episode, I teach you 2 simple things to change so that you can feel and perform better at practices, games, and in school.

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This episode is for parents and coaches who are striving to improve the youth game on a deeper level.

Our kids' outlook, attitude, and beliefs are the messages we constantly send them- are we sending the right ones?

In today's episode learn how to more aware of the messages you send your kids as well as the 3 most important messages they need to hear.

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Website: https://alphagirlsoccer.com/

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There are many external factors that can affect your confidence such as:

-Injuries

-Coaches

-Parents

-Playing time

In this week's episode, you'll learn how to combat those external factors that destroy your confidence so that you can be consistently confident!

Need more help with your confidence?

Reach out to me on Instagram @alphagirlsoccer or shoot me an email at shay@alphagirlsoccer.com

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In soccer, and in life, having the right mindset can dramatically increase your self-confidence, attitude, and performance.

In today's episode, learn how to master your mindset so you can perform better and feel more confident than ever this season!
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Confidence is huge when it comes to how you perform and enjoy the sport. It was something I struggled with throughout my whole playing career. In today's episode, I discuss 3 ways to increase your confidence in order to play better and have more fun.
Check out our website www.alphagirlsoccer.com to learn how we can help you improve your confidence on a deeper level.
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In today's episode, you will learn how much time you need to spend on the recruiting process, what college coaches are looking for in a player, and how to communicate face to face. If you want my 1on1 daily help with the recruiting process, reach out to me via email at shay@alphagirlsoccer.com. From there we will go over exactly how I can help you achieve your dreams of playing college soccer
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We live in a world where everyone wants overnight success. In today's episode, learn why there are no secrets to success and why the only way to become a better soccer player is to be 1% better than you were yesterday. Follow us on Instagram: @alphagirlsoccer

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As female athletes, the risk of injury is extremely high. Suffering through an injury is an obstacle that you will likely have to go through during your soccer playing career. Listen to today's episode to learn how to deal with injuries while staying engaged with your team to continue to improve your game. Follow us on Instagram: @alphagirlsoccer

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In today's episode, you will learn ways in which you can be evaluated by college soccer coaches and how to effectively communicate in order to get recruited.

If you want my 1on1 daily help with the recruiting process, reach out to me via email at shay@alphagirlsoccer.com.

From there we will go over where you're at in the recruiting process and if we are the right fit to work together.

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In today's episode, I go through the top 3 traits that you need in order to play for the top team in your club!

To learn more about how we can help you improve your confidence and perform at a higher level, check out our website at www.alphagirlsoccer.com.

For an in depth look into our academy follow us on Instagram: @alphagirlsoccer

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In today's episode, learn how to improve your tactical understanding of the game by watching and studying more games on TV.

Resources:

Duktig Brand myTrainer for players: www.duktigbrand.com

Use code: "HADDOW18" at checkout for 10% off

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Today's episode is specifically for parents and coaches who are invested in positively impacting youth soccer culture.

Shoot me an email at shay@alphagirlsoccer.com with your feedback so we can get a dialogue going in order to change the game for youth female athletes!

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With the Women's World Cup going on this year, the number of girls soccer players and the level of play is going to increase.

This is the year when you have to decide if you are going to elevate your game, or get left behind!

In today's episode, you'll learn how you can rise to the top!

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