Hey there, athletes, competitors, and anyone looking to level up their game! Whether you’re on the field, the court, or just trying to crush it in life, I’ve got a game-changing tip for you. What if I told you there’s one thing you can do to maximize your performance, boost your confidence, and make every practice or game count? Sounds too good to be true, right? Well, it’s not. And the best part? It’s simple, actionable, and something you can start doing today.

It’s one of the hardest moments a sports parent can face: watching your child get cut from a team. The sting of rejection, the tears, the frustration… It’s heartbreaking. You want to fix it, to make it better, to shield them from the pain. But deep down, you know you can’t. And that’s the hardest part.

“Ugh, I can’t do this!”

“I always mess up in big moments.”

“She’s so much better than me.”

If you’ve ever heard your daughter say something like this, you’re not alone. As a sports mom, you see her talent and potential, but you also know that the mental side of the game matters just as much as her skills. The challenge? Bringing up mindset training without her shutting down or feeling like you’re criticizing her.

Have you ever wondered what it takes to become a mental performance coach? Maybe you’ve thought, “I love what Coach Bre is doing. How did she get started?” Or perhaps you’re a coach, a parent, or just someone who’s passionate about helping athletes build confidence and mental toughness. If any of that sounds like you, you’re in the right place.

“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 your daughter? She’s just getting back on her feet after an injury, but something’s holding her back. Her body is ready, but her mind is playing tricks – nervousness, hesitation, and fear of reinjury. If this feels familiar, you’re not alone. Injuries are tough, but they’re not just a physical battle; they’re a mental and emotional one too.

They’re fiery, fiercely independent, and sometimes downright defiant. But here’s the secret: your strong-willed athlete might just be a future world-changer. The question is, how do you survive the journey?

As a sports parent, you’ve probably wondered what you can do to keep your child motivated and engaged in sports without pushing too hard. The journey of raising an athlete is full of highs and lows, and finding that balance can feel like an Olympic feat. I had the chance to unpack this complex dynamic with Asia Mape, founder of I Love to Watch You Play, in a recent episode of the Raising Elite Competitors Podcast. Asia’s insights as a three-time Emmy-winning sports journalist, former Division I athlete, and mom of three daughters (two of whom are Division I athletes) bring a wealth of wisdom to the world of sports parenting.