Join our Free training for sports moms ->  Click HERE

GIVE IT A LISTEN

n

Raising An Elite Competitor

The Go-To Podcast for Sports Moms

b

click here

listen now

How do you know if your athlete is ready for mental training? And maybe even more important, when’s the best time to start?

listen now

Ever sat in the bleachers or the car pickup line, wondering how to help your daughter shake off a tough game and truly believe in herself again? If so, you’re in the right place. This isn’t just another list of sports pep talks or motivational quotes. These are tried-and-true strategies, straight from sports moms who’ve watched their athletes deal with nerves, tough coaches, self-doubt, and those make-or-break moments that happen on every field or court.

listen now

It’s that time again: tryout season. The week when moms probably lose more sleep than their athletes do. And honestly? It makes sense. Tryouts are stressful for everyone: athletes, coaches, and yes, parents too.

listen now

You see it all the time.

Your daughter walks off the field with slumped shoulders. She’s quiet in the car ride home, maybe frustrated tears in her eyes. You try to encourage her, “You did great!”, but she shrugs it off or snaps, “You don’t get it, Mom.”

Listen to Recent Episodes

listen now

If your daughter is an athlete, you’ve probably seen it: the self-doubt, the negative self-talk, the spiral after one tiny mistake. She beats herself up, focuses on the bad, and lets her confidence crumble before she even steps onto the field or court. Sound familiar? Here’s the hard truth: if she doesn’t learn how to handle these mental battles, she’ll never reach her full potential.

listen now

From Rock Bottom to Varsity: How Kate Rebuilt Her Confidence and Fell Back in Love With Her Sport

listen now

College Recruiting Made Easy: How Your Athlete Can Get Noticed Without Draining Your Time, Energy, or Wallet  If your daughter has ever looked at you after a big game and confidently (or nervously) said, “I want to play in college,” you’ve probably felt two things at once: Because supporting her dream is important to you. […]

New here? Listen to these episodes first to learn actionable tips you can implement today.

Raise a confident girl athlete

listen now

Unlocking Potential: Ella’s Path to Becoming a Champion Swimmer
Every athlete has a unique journey, but few embody resilience and dedication like Ella Wiley, our November Athlete of the Month. As a sophomore on her high school swim team, Ella’s story is not only about her impressive achievements but also about the mindset and pre-competition routines that drive her success.

listen now

When Your Athlete Spirals Mid Game: How to Help Her Rewire Her Brain for Confidence

The Moment Every Sports Mom Recognizes 💔

listen now

How to Help Your Athlete Thrive Under Pressure (Not Crumble!)

Pressure. Every athlete feels it—the butterflies before the big game, the sweaty palms before the free throw, that moment when everything’s on the line.

tips specifically for our athletes!

Her Varsity-level skill set

listen now

Unlocking Potential: Ella’s Path to Becoming a Champion Swimmer
Every athlete has a unique journey, but few embody resilience and dedication like Ella Wiley, our November Athlete of the Month. As a sophomore on her high school swim team, Ella’s story is not only about her impressive achievements but also about the mindset and pre-competition routines that drive her success.

listen now

Have you ever watched your daughter doubt herself right before a big game? Or wondered if the words you say are helping or hurting her confidence? If you’ve been there – grappling with how to support her without overstepping – you’re not alone. Here, we get into practical ways to give your athlete the confidence boost she needs, exactly when she needs it most. Whether it’s a tough practice, pre-game jitters, or post-game reflections, the right words can make all the difference.

listen now

If your daughter is an athlete, you’ve probably seen it: the self-doubt, the negative self-talk, the spiral after one tiny mistake. She beats herself up, focuses on the bad, and lets her confidence crumble before she even steps onto the field or court. Sound familiar? Here’s the hard truth: if she doesn’t learn how to handle these mental battles, she’ll never reach her full potential.

listen now

When Your Athlete Spirals Mid Game: How to Help Her Rewire Her Brain for Confidence

The Moment Every Sports Mom Recognizes 💔

listen now

From Rock Bottom to Varsity: How Kate Rebuilt Her Confidence and Fell Back in Love With Her Sport

listen now

What One Soccer Mom Got Wrong After Games… and the Simple Shift That Changed Everything

If post-game car rides feel tense, emotional, or unpredictable, you are not alone.

If you’ve ever sat behind the wheel after a game thinking, “I want to help her… but everything I say seems to make it worse,” this story will speak directly to you.

listen now

College Recruiting Made Easy: How Your Athlete Can Get Noticed Without Draining Your Time, Energy, or Wallet  If your daughter has ever looked at you after a big game and confidently (or nervously) said, “I want to play in college,” you’ve probably felt two things at once: Because supporting her dream is important to you. […]

listen now

🚨Stop the Dreaded Car Ride Home.

That drive home after a tough game or practice? You know it well. The silence is heavy, or worse, your daughter is beating herself up, close to tears. You’re stuck: do you jump in as a Coach to fix the mistakes, or as Mom to offer a hug? The wrong choice can make you wonder: Is coaching her even worth it? Is this helping or hurting our relationship?

More Episodes

Here’s how you can show your support for the podcast.

Fan of the pod?

And avoid three harmful mistakes that hurt your daughter’s confidence.

w

Start saying the right things at the
right time with our free training.