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WYC 051 – Youth Softball - Jenn Starkey from FastPitch Fit talks confidence, teaching players to go not stop, and the MVP Leadership Academy

WYC 051 – Youth Softball - Jenn Starkey from FastPitch Fit talks confidence, teaching players to go not stop, and the MVP Leadership Academy

Today’s guest is Jenn Starkey.  Jenn came as a referral from our recent guest Stacie Mahoe, as they have worked together on the book Jenn is publishing, titled ‘A League of Your Own’ , which is a book all about what it means to be a leader in your own life.  Jenn is a fastpitch softball guru, has a bunch of great material and videos on Fastpitch Fit.  She also has created a leadership program for youth athletes called the MVP Leadership Academy.

One huge idea I took from Jenn was in the 2nd quarter where she shares a great way to speed up learning and buy-in when teaching new skills.  Another huge idea was in the 2nd quarter where she shares 7 confidence hacks to use as a coach.   I hope you enjoy her insights and stories!

Direct download: WYC_051.mp3
Category:sports -- posted at: 6:36pm EDT

WYC 050 – Special 50th Episode Guest - James Leath talks Mental Toughness, Travel Sports Alternatives, and Coaching

WYC 050 – Special 50th Episode Guest - James Leath talks Mental Toughness, Travel Sports Alternatives, and Coaching

For our 50th episode - we invited back our first repeat guest on The Winning Youth Coaching Podcast, James Leath.  James' first interview on the show, WYC Episode 31, was a huge hit and is the #1 downloaded episode all-time on the show.

We switched up the format for this episode and had listeners submit questions on mental toughness - listen in as James provides great new insights on mental toughness.

Questions submitted that James answers:

People talk about being mentally tough, but what does it mean?

Who are some current athletes who display mental toughness?

What compelled you to go into youth sports psychology, and how is it different from adult sport psychology?

How come some kids seem to be more tough than others? Are you born with mental toughness?

What is a mistake recovery routine?

Questions James asks Craig:

In your show notes you highlight 1 or 2 Huge Ideas you take from each guest- tell me about a few of the hugest ideas that stick out to you

What's a book you have read about sports that you would recommend?

You talk about alternatives to travel sports a lot - why is that so important to you and why are you so passionate about it?

Direct download: WYC_050.mp3
Category:sports -- posted at: 5:49pm EDT

WYC 049 – Youth Softball - Stacie Mahoe talks leadership involving action not position

WYC 049 – Youth Softball - Stacie Mahoe talks leadership involving action not position

Today’s guest is Stacie Mahoe.  Stacie was a referral from my good friend Janis Meredith from jbmthinks.com and the Positive Parenting Tribe.  Stacie has been involved in the game of fastpitch softball since the age of 9 and is the Founded AllAboutFastpitch.com in 2004. Stacie also served as the Chief Marketing Officer at SoftballPerformance.com for a few years. Her perspectives on the game as a former player, current coach, and current softball parent provide unique insight on various softball issues.

While physical ability and athleticism are necessary to play the game, Stacie believes that the right mindset and attitude separate the good from the great and also help you succeed, not only on the diamond, but in life as well. While Stacie enjoys helping players improve their overall fitness and softball skill, far more rewarding is the opportunity to help young ladies become champions in life . Oh and did I mention – Stacie wears the supermom cape – with 8 kids of her own.

One huge idea I took from Stacie was in the 2nd quarter where she discusses how to get kids to excel by focusing on the small picture instead of the big picture.  Another huge idea was in the 3rd quarter where she shares how to know when to punish the whole team vs just an individual.   I hope you enjoy her insights and stories!

Direct download: WYC_049.mp3
Category:sports -- posted at: 6:39pm EDT

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