You know the feeling – the crowd buzzing, the adrenaline pumping, that intense pressure to win. It’s tough out there for young athletes, but what about the battles going on inside their heads? The struggle against those negative voices?

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.

  Are you wondering if mental training is a wise investment for your athlete? As a coach who has seen the profound impact of mental training, I’m here to guide you through this important decision. Why Mental Training Matters in Sports In my experience, the mental aspect of sports is just as important as physical […]

  Are you a parent trying to figure out how to support your child in sports? You’re not alone. Navigating the world of competitive sports as a parent can be as challenging as it is for the young athletes themselves. Let’s dive into the story of Silvana and her daughter Serena, a young athlete, and […]

  Are you a girl athlete who’s facing challenges in your sports journey? Do you sometimes struggle with motivation or find it hard to navigate the recruiting process? If so, you’re not alone. In this episode, we’ll hear from Sophia Schneider, a multi-sport athlete who’s committed to playing college volleyball at Lander University. Sophia will […]

  We’ve said it before but for those new to The Raising Unstoppable Girls Podcast…🥁🥁 The Elite Competitor Program (ECP) is designed to grow with your girl athlete so she can apply mental training skills to anything she faces.. We discuss this benefit in the latest episode of the podcast with Louisiana State ClemsonUniversity’s D1 […]

  Are you watching your daughter enjoy her sport, but you always feel like a nervous wreck watching her play? Does it seem like everyone else is having a calm and laid back experience with her sports journey but you? Today, we’re talking about how a stressful sports journey can become an enjoyable one for […]

  Are you an athlete who doesn’t like mistakes, needs everything to be perfect, and is hyper-focused on outcomes like stats and scores? If this is you, you might struggle with perfectionism.  But don’t worry, you’re in good company. Almost every girl athlete struggles with perfectionism on some level! In today’s episode, we’re talking about […]