When Your Daughter Isn’t Getting Playing Time: How to Help Her Speak Up with Confidence
Let’s be real. Few things stir up emotions faster than playing time.
Deciding whether to quit a sport can feel like standing at a crossroads with no clear direction. You love the game, but the challenges keep piling up. You wonder if it’s worth the struggle or if walking away might be the best choice. Maybe you’re stuck in that indecisive place right now, unsure what to do next.
Let’s be honest: sometimes the hardest part of youth sports isn’t the games, the practices, or even the tough losses. It’s the sideline drama.
Negative coaching happens. It’s a reality many young athletes face at some point; whether it’s a coach who’s overly critical, a tough tone, or feedback that feels harsh or discouraging. And if your athlete isn’t prepared for it, those moments can shatter her confidence and make her question her love of the game.
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EPISODE 113 | MAY 27 2022
“Is mental training for my young athlete really worth it?”
Maybe your daughter’s been struggling with confidence, stress, or just not enjoying her sport like she used to. You’ve tried pep talks, advice, maybe even therapy but nothing seems to stick. Sometimes it even feels like it makes things worse. Sound familiar?
Ever feel like the second you bring up mental training, your daughter shuts down? You start to say something and she already knows where you’re going, so she tunes out or rolls her eyes. You’re not trying to make her feel like something’s wrong, but you do want her to realize how much working on her mindset could help her game.
How do you know if your athlete is ready for mental training? And maybe even more important, when’s the best time to start?
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What do you do when your coach says you look scared on the court?
How do you handle a teammate who constantly brings negative energy?
Or when you come back from an injury and feel like everyone has left you behind?
These aren’t just your problems. They’re the exact, real-life questions girl athletes are asking behind closed doors. And today, I’m swinging those doors wide open.
I’m giving you a secret peek inside one of our private group coaching calls, where athletes get real, unfiltered advice on the stuff that actually keeps them up at night. No scripts, no fluff; just the raw conversations and actionable tips that help players navigate the toughest parts of their sport.
This is the stuff we usually only share with our inner circle. Keep reading to see how we handle it.
Tryouts can feel like a lot. Your heart’s racing, your palms are sweaty, and suddenly it feels like everything’s riding on this one moment. But here’s the truth: tryouts aren’t about becoming someone new. They’re your chance to show off the work you’ve already put in. That’s it. And that mindset shift? It changes everything.
Let’s talk about summer: not the relaxing-by-the-pool kind, but the kind where you’re showing up, putting in the work, and getting noticed.
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Is Your Athlete Running on Empty? The Nutrition Red Flags Every Sports Mom Should Know
Your daughter’s pushing hard in her sport — early mornings, late practices, weekend tournaments. But lately, she’s been dragging. She’s moody, tired, maybe even nursing a few nagging injuries.
5 Signs Your Athlete Struggles with Perfectionism (And How You Can Support Her)
Does it feel like nothing your daughter does is ever good enough? She might win a game, achieve a personal best, or master a new skill, and still criticize herself 😔. Watching her struggle can be heartbreaking, especially when her self-worth seems tied to every mistake or outcome.
When Your Daughter Isn’t Getting Playing Time: How to Help Her Speak Up with Confidence
Let’s be real. Few things stir up emotions faster than playing time.
“Is mental training for my young athlete really worth it?”
Maybe your daughter’s been struggling with confidence, stress, or just not enjoying her sport like she used to. You’ve tried pep talks, advice, maybe even therapy but nothing seems to stick. Sometimes it even feels like it makes things worse. Sound familiar?
If you’re a parent of a middle school or high school athlete, you know that thinking about college can feel overwhelming. There’s the recruitment process, the applications, the scholarships, and the nagging question: how do we make this happen without drowning in debt?
Ever feel like the second you bring up mental training, your daughter shuts down? You start to say something and she already knows where you’re going, so she tunes out or rolls her eyes. You’re not trying to make her feel like something’s wrong, but you do want her to realize how much working on her mindset could help her game.
How do you know if your athlete is ready for mental training? And maybe even more important, when’s the best time to start?
What do you do when your coach says you look scared on the court?
How do you handle a teammate who constantly brings negative energy?
Or when you come back from an injury and feel like everyone has left you behind?
These aren’t just your problems. They’re the exact, real-life questions girl athletes are asking behind closed doors. And today, I’m swinging those doors wide open.
I’m giving you a secret peek inside one of our private group coaching calls, where athletes get real, unfiltered advice on the stuff that actually keeps them up at night. No scripts, no fluff; just the raw conversations and actionable tips that help players navigate the toughest parts of their sport.
This is the stuff we usually only share with our inner circle. Keep reading to see how we handle it.