Hey athletes! Let’s talk about something we’ve all dealt with: that awful spiral of negative thoughts. You know the one. It starts with “What if I mess up?” and suddenly, your brain’s racing with worst-case scenarios. You’re stuck in your head, doubting yourself, and it feels impossible to shake it off. Sound familiar?

If you’re a sports mom and your daughter is suddenly freezing up during practice or competition – even though she’s done the skill a hundred times before – you’re not alone. It can be confusing and frustrating to watch. You may think, “She used to do this with no problem! Why won’t she just do it now?”

Have you ever been stuck in that awkward pre-game moment with your athlete where she’s nervous, irritable, and absolutely not in the mood for your “pep talk”?

“I’m doing everything I can. I show up early, stay late, put in the extra reps. But, no matter how hard I work, it feels like I’m being overlooked. Maybe my coach favors other players. Maybe I just don’t fit into their game plan. Whatever the reason, it’s frustrating, and honestly, it’s starting to wear me down.”

Does this sound like you? You’re grinding at practice, showing up for every workout, and giving it your all. You’re serious about your sport, but now you’re starting to realize something: everyone else is, too. The higher you go, the more you see that every athlete is putting in the work. So, how do you stand out? How do you separate yourself from the pack when the competition is just as dedicated?

Feeling the pressure before a big game? You’re not alone. As a sports mom, watching your daughter struggle with pre-game nerves can be tough. You want her to shine, but those butterflies in her stomach might be holding her back. In this episode of the Raising Elite Competitors podcast, Coach Bree dives into practical strategies that can help your daughter manage her pre-game anxiety and perform at her best.

You know those days when you just don’t want to go to practice? I get it, everyone feels that way sometimes. But the best athletes don’t let a lack of motivation stop them.

Have you ever wondered what it takes to win not just once, but three times in a row at the state level in high school volleyball? I’ve had the unique privilege of coaching the Columbia River High School volleyball team to three consecutive state championships. Today, let’s dive into the stories of Macy, Lauren, and Logan, our senior captains, and explore the significant role mental training played in our victories.