When The Cleats Come Off

In this re-release from season 1 on the podcast, we learn from Tokyo 2020 Olympian, Delaney Spaulding, about her inspirational journey from tearing her ACL just months before the original Olympic games in 2020 and how, because of the Coronavirus, she was able to get a surgery, go through 8 months of physical therapy and get back to competing with her team in the Tokyo Olympics held in 2021. If you’re battling an injury or know someone who has, this the perfect story of never giving up on your dreams and how to battle through injury and come back STRONGER!Follow Delaney on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/delaneyylyn/?hl=en Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274 Similar episodes of When the Cleats Come Off:Part 1 with Delaney Spaulding: The Road to the Olympics - https://player.captivate.fm/episode/ecf74b51-37d2-4eed-a7b3-c1dd8f6697a3/ Part 1 with Aubree Munro Watson: The Selflessness of Catching and the Road to the Olympic Dream - https://player.captivate.fm/episode/7a2f1190-3519-4ceb-80c6-2df064743606/ Cat Osterman: Greatness has no age limit - https://player.captivate.fm/episode/54421629-6a6c-40f0-bf4b-1afed125808b/

When you become obsessed with becoming the best version of you as an athlete, you may be surprised with what you can achieve. Here’s a clip from my speech at the Fearless Warrior Retreat in Omaha, Nebraska about how to choose the right goal for you, make sure you focus on the process and also why having good role models to look up to can help you stay inspired and driven in your pursuit of it!Learn more about the Fearless Warrior Program - https://www.fearlesswarriorprogram.com/ Follow and share with me your favorite parts on social media!Website - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/ YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmey7_LOSN8tSia6gcWqtIzTTyTDpOodr Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybtraining Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AshleyBurkhardtTraining/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/smashley_4 Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleybtraining Similar Episodes of When the Cleats Come Off:Caitlin Lowe: A sit down with my ROLE MODEL - https://player.captivate.fm/episode/f2a2bbc8-1ece-424d-b839-96d1b142ba7d/Gaining a “mental edge” as a hitter - Recording from the “Fearless Warrior Podcast” with mental performance coach, Amanda Schaefer - https://player.captivate.fm/episode/c3332097-04b1-46ae-9194-55ee630f10b5/  Dot Richardson: How to lead with love and make your dreams become a reality - https://player.captivate.fm/episode/496136e9-6683-4757-8b27-4408469c22b3/ Aubree Munro-Watson: Softball is BACK in the Olympics in 2028…but in OKC? - https://player.captivate.fm/episode/9f4aaae9-47d4-4e4d-ac31-57eaf1a223de/ 

Every great athlete does some type of mental skills training and this episode will help your athlete find her inner edge and believe in herself more than she ever has before. You’ll learn from Mental Performance Coach, Lindsey Nadler, what separates the good from the great, how parents can help their daughter own her mistakes and move on from failure quickly and also teaches athletes a few ways you can build your identity not just as a softball player but as a confident woman who is resilient and owns who she is.&nbsp;Follow Coach Lindsey on TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@elitementaledge and Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/elitementaledge&nbsp;Find free guides and how to work with Coach Lindsey personally - https://stan.store/elitementaledge&nbsp;Full Court Press Documentary - https://espnpressroom.com/us/press-releases/2024/03/espn-original-series-full-court-press-presented-by-state-farm-featuring-caitlin-clark-kamilla-cardoso-and-kiki-rice-to-premiere-may-11-12-on-abc-and-espn/&nbsp;Always Grind 365 Notebooks (save $ with code ASHLEYB)&nbsp; - https://alwaysgrind365.com/Follow and share with me your favorite parts on social!Website - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/&nbsp;YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmey7_LOSN8tSia6gcWqtIzTTyTDpOodr&nbsp;Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybtraining&nbsp;Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AshleyBurkhardtTraining/&nbsp;Twitter - https://twitter.com/smashley_4&nbsp;Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleybtraining&nbsp;Similar Episodes of When the Cleats Come Off:How to create a “Mental Edge” with Fearless Fastpitch Founder Amanda Schaefer - https://player.captivate.fm/episode/304c6bde-2880-4bc8-b7d4-26ec40f40588/&nbsp;How to be your biggest critic AND your biggest&nbsp; fan with Phillies Mental Skills Coach, Hannah Huesman - https://player.captivate.fm/episode/1a44bdf7-e580-4c39-b0e1-312ce84c8c65/&nbsp;Dr. Chris Carr - Green Bay Packers Director of Performance Psychology: Building Mental Toughness - <a href="https://player.captivate.fm/episode/c4f36b16-9dcc-4863-80f8-39a4ab0b537b/" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

Our athletes don’t need us to solve all their problems, they need us to help them figure things out on their own and regulate emotions so they can grow up to be strong, confident, independent and curious athletes who run into their fears instead of hide from them. This episode shares what you can start doing to help her stay calm under stress better and build up her own self confidence.Articles Mentioned:&nbsp;https://raisingchildren.net.au/pre-teens/development&nbsp;https://raisingchildren.net.au/teens/development&nbsp;https://raisingchildren.net.au/toddlers/behaviour/understanding-behaviour/self-regulation&nbsp;Follow and share with me your favorite parts on social!Website - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/&nbsp;YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmey7_LOSN8tSia6gcWqtIzTTyTDpOodr&nbsp;Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybtraining&nbsp;Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AshleyBurkhardtTraining/&nbsp;Twitter - https://twitter.com/smashley_4&nbsp;Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleybtraining&nbsp;Similar Episodes of When the Cleats Come Off:Asia Mape: How to enjoy the game more WITH your athlete - https://player.captivate.fm/episode/d8d02888-4a2a-4228-a207-349c66b48cc1&nbsp;Scott Burkhardt: What it’s like being a softball dad - https://player.captivate.fm/episode/1827a77c-c6eb-4e23-917f-6e422766ff6b&nbsp;12 things I’ve learned about being a parent - https://player.captivate.fm/episode/d95043ae-5276-49a1-8f9a-2181ad194f2e&nbsp;

University of Michigan grad and 2023 National Champion at Oklahoma, Alex Storako, joins us today to talk about how some of her biggest failures prepared her to thrive on the biggest stage. She also answers some questions from some of our Virtual Hitting Academy members like: What her presence and self-talk looks like for her on the mound, why it’s important to have a great pitcher-catcher relationship, her experience playing for two HOF coaches, how she’s gotten through many mental blocks on the mound, the importance of building trust with her defense and more!Follow Alex on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/alexstorako&nbsp;Join the Virtual Hitting Academy and get $10 off with code PODCAST10&nbsp; - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/virtual-hitting-academy-2-0&nbsp;Follow and share with me your favorite parts on social!Website - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/&nbsp;YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmey7_LOSN8tSia6gcWqtIzTTyTDpOodr&nbsp;Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybtraining&nbsp;Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AshleyBurkhardtTraining/&nbsp;Twitter - https://twitter.com/smashley_4&nbsp;Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleybtraining&nbsp;Similar Episodes of When the Cleats Come Off:Amanda Scarborough: How to become a more confident pitcher - https://player.captivate.fm/episode/78faecde-88c1-4bdf-b2ac-c7fa8dd8898d&nbsp;Nicole Mendes: How to LOVE competing in the big moments and selflessly lead your team to Championships - https://player.captivate.fm/episode/a8747b64-2bc8-44c4-8025-919c6accb163&nbsp;Keke Tholl: Dominance and leadership behind the plate and in the box - https://player.captivate.fm/episode/c585c406-0202-4da6-963b-9c2b9d8cd8cc&nbsp;

Sometimes we can make hitting a little more complicated than it needs to be. In this episode, I’m sharing three tips on how to train to hit the high pitch (and other locations) with more ease from a tee warm up that I swear by, a productive mindset approach and a front toss drill to help you build discipline at the plate.Watch the 9 spot tee tee warm up (45 swings) on YouTube - https://youtu.be/H9t01wsvShc?si=IQjzlEpDkf0ih-VI&nbsp;Get $10 off VHA with code PODCAST10 - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/offers/vor2GWwW?coupon_code=PODCAST10&nbsp;Follow and share with me your favorite parts on social!Website - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/&nbsp;YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmey7_LOSN8tSia6gcWqtIzTTyTDpOodr&nbsp;Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybtraining&nbsp;Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AshleyBurkhardtTraining/&nbsp;Twitter - https://twitter.com/smashley_4&nbsp;Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleybtraining&nbsp;Similar Episodes of When the Cleats Come Off:Ep. 180 - Lizzy Ristano: Swing fundamentals and how to build your competitiveness - https://player.captivate.fm/episode/b2bf78b7-fc91-41f2-8500-9a136e62a18d&nbsp;Ep. 148 - 5 easy ways to get more out of your training - https://player.captivate.fm/episode/ee87822d-5ec5-48d0-a68e-b641959ed160&nbsp;Ep. 67 - 10 hitting challenges to amp up your hitting - https://player.captivate.fm/episode/dc50d78b-e2d9-40ce-9f90-cf9d2129f2b1&nbsp;

Hear from a former Florida Gator and 2020 Olympian, Aubree Munro Watson, why softball will NOT be played this round in Paris, her unique (COVID) Olympic experience in Tokyo 2020 and why she doesn’t agree with the decision for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic softball games to be played in Oklahoma City. Her take is unlike any you will see, and I’m so grateful to have her on talking about it!Follow Aubree on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/aubree1munro/?hl=en and Twitter - https://x.com/Aubree_Munro1&nbsp;Read USA Softball’s Statement about the 2028 Olympics - https://www.usasoftball.com/news/2024/06/21/softball-park-in-oklahoma-city-to-host-los-angeles-2028-olympic-games-softball-competition/&nbsp;Follow and share with me your favorite parts on social!Website - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/&nbsp;YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmey7_LOSN8tSia6gcWqtIzTTyTDpOodr&nbsp;Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybtraining&nbsp;Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AshleyBurkhardtTraining/&nbsp;Twitter - https://twitter.com/smashley_4&nbsp;Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleybtraining&nbsp;Similar Episodes of When the Cleats Come Off:Part 1 with Aubree Munro Watson: The Selflessness of Catching and the Road to the Olympic Dream - https://player.captivate.fm/episode/7a2f1190-3519-4ceb-80c6-2df064743606&nbsp;Part 2 with Aubree Munro Watson: Leadership Behind the Plate, Identity Struggles, Athletes Unlimited and Church on the Dirt - https://player.captivate.fm/episode/ffc62081-d4a1-4aac-b4bf-e822d799605f&nbsp;Part 1 with Delaney Spaulding - The Road to the Olympics - https://player.captivate.fm/episode/ecf74b51-37d2-4eed-a7b3-c1dd8f6697a3&nbsp;Part 2 with Delaney Spaulding - Overcoming the ULTIMATE Injury - https://player.captivate.fm/episode/76deeee8-7fcb-4347-b82e-6bb31d769e6b

Your thoughts in the box can either HELP you or HURT you, and here are 10 ways you can shift your mindset and training to give you the best chances as possible to be successful in the box and beyond!Previous episodes&nbsp; mentioned:Ep. 67 - 10 hitting challenges to amp up your hitting - https://player.captivate.fm/episode/dc50d78b-e2d9-40ce-9f90-cf9d2129f2b1&nbsp;Ep. 127 - Erin Coffel: How she went from Midwest standout to All-American at Kentucky - https://player.captivate.fm/episode/dbebe068-2a3a-4088-92de-63ffeffc91ad&nbsp;Ep. 133 - Softball Pre-Game Confidence Meditation (10 min) - https://player.captivate.fm/episode/665243b2-1bad-4037-a918-f48f2c7e2333&nbsp;Follow and share with me your favorite parts on social!Website - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/&nbsp;YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmey7_LOSN8tSia6gcWqtIzTTyTDpOodr&nbsp;Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybtraining&nbsp;Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AshleyBurkhardtTraining/&nbsp;Twitter - https://twitter.com/smashley_4&nbsp;Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleybtraining&nbsp;

This 2024 WCWS was incredible, so incredible that I broke down some of the key moments and players that we can be inspired by and learn from to help us stand out and play to our potential this summer!Previous episodes&nbsp; mentioned:Ep. 141 - Kaitlyn McNally: Maximize performance through nutrition - https://player.captivate.fm/episode/c749c6e5-6eb5-4efe-8dd9-e9bc7fef0e97&nbsp;Ep. 22 - How What You Eat Affects Your Performance with Non-Diet Dietitian - Katie Hake - https://player.captivate.fm/episode/eb428627-b23d-408b-9a41-a11f7ad8c757&nbsp;Ep. 133 - Softball Pre-Game Confidence Meditation (10 min) - https://player.captivate.fm/episode/665243b2-1bad-4037-a918-f48f2c7e2333&nbsp;Follow and share with me your favorite parts on social!Website - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/&nbsp;YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmey7_LOSN8tSia6gcWqtIzTTyTDpOodr&nbsp;Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybtraining&nbsp;Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AshleyBurkhardtTraining/&nbsp;Twitter - https://twitter.com/smashley_4&nbsp;Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleybtraining&nbsp;

Women's College World Series (WCWS) LEGEND, Odicci Alexander, brings her fun personality to the podcast today sharing her epic journey of learning how to pitch on YouTube, practicing on her own by throwing into a water well, getting recruited to college by almost chance, and how she’s taken her incredible work ethic with her to the biggest stage in college softball and then into the professional game.Follow Odicci on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/double_seas/&nbsp;Check out the ABT Summer Collection - https://ashley-b-training.myshopify.com/collections/summer-collection?page=1&nbsp;Watch this Interview on YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmey7_LOSN8tSia6gcWqtIzTTyTDpOodr&amp;si=o_d_yrHchGasQ1SN&nbsp;Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybtraining&nbsp;Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AshleyBurkhardtTraining/&nbsp;Twitter - https://twitter.com/smashley_4&nbsp;Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleybtraining&nbsp;More episodes like this one from When the Cleats Come Off:Ep. 25 - Amanda Scarborough: How to become a more confident pitcher - https://player.captivate.fm/episode/78faecde-88c1-4bdf-b2ac-c7fa8dd8898d&nbsp;Ep. 51 - Cat Osterman: Greatness has no age limit - https://player.captivate.fm/episode/54421629-6a6c-40f0-bf4b-1afed125808b&nbsp;Ep. 137 - Monica Abbott: Rise and Shine to your own greatness - https://player.captivate.fm/episode/381ae100-07fe-40d6-b746-b85a3d7c6ce8&nbsp;

Leadership expert, JP Nerbun, is back for part 2 talking about his traumatic experience from a verbally abusive head coach and how he was able to heal from that negative experience. Later, we talk about similarities between programs with great culture and leadership, how coaches can get their players to buy in to high standards, and how to build a team that can successfully hold themselves accountable.Check out his book “The Culture System: A Proven Process for Creating an Extraordinary Team Culture” - https://www.tocculture.com/myculturesystem&nbsp;Visit the TOC Culture Website - https://www.tocculture.com/&nbsp;Follow JP on Twitter - https://twitter.com/jpnerbunWatch this Interview on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQQEV5CsE0jKP7PZn7Pr_uw&nbsp;&nbsp;Join the When the Cleats Come Off Facebook Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/whenthecleatscomeoff/&nbsp;Follow Ashley B Training on:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybtraining/&nbsp;Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AshleyBurkhardtTraining&nbsp;Twitter - https://twitter.com/smashley_4&nbsp;YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQQEV5CsE0jKP7PZn7Pr_uw&nbsp;Similar interviews of When the Cleats Come OffEp. 181 - JP Nerbun: How coaches can better work with sports parents, and create an extraordinary team culture Part 1 of 2 - https://player.captivate.fm/episode/d1d394b5-7cae-43a4-8f90-db63810f7bb9&nbsp;Ep. 171 - Kevin Hinde: Breaking the stigma of travel ball - https://player.captivate.fm/episode/36ee63b6-a06d-4ac2-879d-6c5827a891d8&nbsp;Ep. 80 - The time I hated softball - https://player.captivate.fm/episode/fffdc874-5162-423d-98ef-c2e8bcf33f90

Bestselling author, podcaster and leadership expert, JP Nerbun, joins us to talk about how coaches can build a better partnership and connection with parents. He believes the key to successful teams and culture is clarity, communication and vulnerability, and this conversation dives into all those elements and more around establishing healthy boundaries and standards from coach, player to parent.Check out his book “The Sports Parent Solution: Proven Strategies for transforming parents from obstacles to allies” - https://www.tocculture.com/thesportsparentsolution&nbsp;Visit the TOC Culture Website - https://www.tocculture.com/&nbsp;Follow JP on Twitter - https://twitter.com/jpnerbunJoin the When the Cleats Come Off Facebook Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/whenthecleatscomeoff/&nbsp;Follow Ashley B Training on:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybtraining/&nbsp;Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AshleyBurkhardtTraining&nbsp;Twitter - https://twitter.com/smashley_4&nbsp;YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQQEV5CsE0jKP7PZn7Pr_uw&nbsp;Similar interviews of When the Cleats Come OffEp. 171 - Kevin Hinde: Breaking the stigma of travel ball - https://player.captivate.fm/episode/36ee63b6-a06d-4ac2-879d-6c5827a891d8&nbsp;Ep. 12 - Am I Too Hard on My Athlete? - https://player.captivate.fm/episode/c23aeaa1-35c0-4f94-a546-83aa78d32251&nbsp;Ep. 80 - The time I hated softball - https://player.captivate.fm/episode/fffdc874-5162-423d-98ef-c2e8bcf33f90

I’m excited to share with you the behind the scenes of an “Ask Ashley” session we did recently with my Virtual Hitting Academy members! I get to answer questions they had from: “How do I make sure I’m physically and mentally prepared for games?”, “How did you deal with not being able to hang out with friends a lot because of softball?”, “How can I work on the high pitch so I can get better at it?” and more! I love these and I think you will too!&nbsp;Join the When the Cleats Come Off Community on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/whenthecleatscomeoff&nbsp;Learn more about the Virtual Hitting Academy - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/virtual-hitting-academy-2-0&nbsp;Similar episodes of WTCCO referred to in this one:Ep. - Softball Pre-game Confidence Meditation (10 min) - https://player.captivate.fm/episode/665243b2-1bad-4037-a918-f48f2c7e2333&nbsp;Ep. 167 - The key to boosting your athlete’s confidence and problem-solving skills - https://player.captivate.fm/episode/8ea3b053-d9c8-4595-b669-ba43601576af&nbsp;Ep. 38 - Hitting tips: A faster way to make adjustments - https://player.captivate.fm/episode/f7bdde57-78a4-4a79-bd50-dc0dd31d95d5&nbsp;Follow and share with me your favorite parts on social media!Website - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/&nbsp;YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmey7_LOSN8tSia6gcWqtIzTTyTDpOodr&nbsp;Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybtraining&nbsp;Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AshleyBurkhardtTraining/&nbsp;Twitter - https://twitter.com/smashley_4&nbsp;Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleybtraining&nbsp;

D1 Softball journalist, Justin McLeod, is BACK sharing some of his 2024 postseason softball predictions along with who his “dark horses” are, what teams are trending upwards at the right time, his take on the transfer portal, and why he believes this might be the year softball breaks out some new household names.&nbsp;Follow Justin’s work at D1 Softball - https://d1softball.com/&nbsp;Follow Justin on Twitter - https://twitter.com/justfactsmaam&nbsp;Learn more about the Virtual Hitting Academy - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/virtual-hitting-academy-2-0&nbsp;Follow Ashley B Training on:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybtraining/&nbsp;Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AshleyBurkhardtTraining&nbsp;Twitter - https://twitter.com/smashley_4&nbsp;YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQQEV5CsE0jKP7PZn7Pr_uw&nbsp;Similar interviews of When the Cleats Come OffEp. 123 - Justin McLeod: What to expect this college softball season - https://player.captivate.fm/episode/d553ea26-f7ef-4a7b-823e-9da66e3639c8&nbsp;Ep. 173 - Amanda Scarborough: The life of a softball analyst - https://player.captivate.fm/episode/601b4dd9-2363-4113-9557-11db68ee05d9&nbsp;Ep. 91 - 5 ways to grow your game while watching the WCWS - https://player.captivate.fm/episode/82c8f749-f390-4091-86c9-fe0cb74972d0&nbsp;

A huge hitting MENTOR of mine and former Notre Dame Softball Hitting Coach, Lizzy Ristano,&nbsp; is on the show this week talking about the importance of consistently practicing swing fundamentals, timing and tempo, the power of visualization and creating and owning your own style as a hitter. Get ready to boost your hitting IQ and learn what you should be including in your next hitting practice (coaches AND players, alike)!Reach out to Lizzy and see the full podcast shownotes here - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/blog/lizzy-ristano-lizzy-ristano-swing-fundamentals-and-how-to-build-your-competitiveness&nbsp;Learn more about WeCOACH - https://wecoachsports.org/&nbsp;Lean more about Virtual Hitting Academy - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/virtual-hitting-academy-2-0&nbsp;Follow and subscribe to us on social!Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybtraining&nbsp;Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AshleyBurkhardtTraining/&nbsp;Twitter - https://twitter.com/smashley_4&nbsp;Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleybtraining&nbsp;Similar episode of&nbsp; When the Cleats Come Off:Ep. 114 - Chris Vasami: How to make the most of this off season - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000588085290&nbsp;Ep. 60 - Rachel Folden: How to master your swing and build a great relationship with your athlete - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000539868603&nbsp;EP. 8 - JT Gasso: “Championship Mindset” with University of Oklahoma Softball’s Hitting Coach - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000491508359&nbsp;

I can’t believe I’ve been a Mom for an entire YEAR! Here are 12 lessons I’ve learned through raising Barrett these past 12 months that I’m definitely going to need to remind myself of in the future. Enjoy!Join the When the Cleats Come Off Community on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/whenthecleatscomeoff&nbsp;Leave a review of When the Cleats Come Off on Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274&nbsp;Follow and share with me your favorite parts on social media!Website - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/&nbsp;YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmey7_LOSN8tSia6gcWqtIzTTyTDpOodr&nbsp;Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybtraining&nbsp;Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AshleyBurkhardtTraining/&nbsp;Twitter - https://twitter.com/smashley_4&nbsp;Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleybtraining&nbsp;Similar Episodes of When the Cleats Come OffEp. 136 -&nbsp; I’m a Mom! - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000618646775&nbsp;Ep. 45 - Danielle Lawrie-Locke: Overcoming Mom-guilt in pursuit of Olympic Gold - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000523878621&nbsp;Ep. 158 - 7 lessons we all can learn from my Mom - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000636878126&nbsp;

This episode with current catcher and leading power hitter for the University of Michigan’s Keke Tholl dives into all things catching from developing strong relationships with her pitchers, drills that help her with her transfer, throwing and more along with building her game IQ day by day. Then we dive into hitting, what drills she loves to feel her best at the plate (physically and mentally) and lastly, we dive into her leadership role as Michigan’s SAAC Vice President and how she was recently able to&nbsp; speak at a congressional hearing in Washington D.C. on matters of NIL in college athletics!Follow Keke on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/keke.tholl.2/?hl=en&nbsp;Follow Michigan Softball on Twitter (X) - https://twitter.com/umichsoftball&nbsp;View ABT’s 14-Day Confidence Course - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/virtual-coaching-opportunities&nbsp;Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybtraining&nbsp;Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AshleyBurkhardtTraining/&nbsp;Twitter - https://twitter.com/smashley_4&nbsp;Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleybtraining&nbsp;Similar topics from When the Cleats Come Off:Carol Hutchins: Building a winning legacy, Part 1 of 2 - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000577170651&nbsp;Kristina Burkhardt: Her last dance in college softball - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000551243459&nbsp;Ben-Marvin Egel: A few things golf can teach us - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000546973210

How do you know you chose the right university to represent? My experience traveling across the country to watch Purdue Men’s Basketball compete for a National Championship this week solidified that I played at the right school (for me). You deserve to find the right school FOR YOU.&nbsp;Leave a review of When the Cleats Come Off on Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274&nbsp;Past episodes of WTCCO like this one:Ep. 70 - Ben-Marvin Egel: A few things golf can teach us, Part 1 of 2 - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000546973210&nbsp;Ep. 145 - My recruiting story - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000626177329Ep. 163 a Carol Hutchins: The secret sauce to successful teams -&nbsp; https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000640407691&nbsp;Ep. 13 - Softball is more than just a game with HOF Coach, Sue Enquist - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000495523376&nbsp;Follow and share with me your favorite parts on social media!Website - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/&nbsp;YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmey7_LOSN8tSia6gcWqtIzTTyTDpOodr&nbsp;Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybtraining&nbsp;Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AshleyBurkhardtTraining/&nbsp;Twitter - https://twitter.com/smashley_4&nbsp;Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleybtraining&nbsp;

One of the most humble and gifted athletes of our time is joining us on the podcast today talking a bit about her experience playing at Oklahoma and the mindset that helped her shine her brightest in post-season, what it was like being part of the Championship culture at OU and playing for Hall of Fame Coach Patty Gasso, the overwhelming challenges she’s faced in her career, and some recruiting advice to help you find the right school for you!Follow Nicole on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nicole_mendes__&nbsp;Follow Nicole on Twitter - https://twitter.com/nicole_mendes_&nbsp;Listen to the “10 Teams, Two Rings” Podcast - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0z_3p9gsw4c&nbsp;Get your $10 off discount on some When the Cleats Come Off merch here - https://ashley-b-training.myshopify.com/discount/podcast10&nbsp;Follow and share this episode on social media!Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybtraining&nbsp;Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AshleyBurkhardtTraining/&nbsp;Twitter - https://twitter.com/smashley_4&nbsp;Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleybtraining&nbsp;Similar topics from When the Cleats Come Off:Ep 8 - “Championship Mindset” with University of Oklahoma Softball Hitting Coach, JT Gasso - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000491508359&nbsp;Ep. 125 - Dr. Dot Richardson: How to lead with love and make your dreams become a reality - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000599690728&nbsp;Ep. 168 - 5 reasons why college softball should be on your TV this weekend - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000644448867

Today I’m sharing a list of do’s and don’ts that will make your experience watching softball better as a parent, and it will especially help your athlete’s experience on the field so she can perform her best and really gain confidence while doing so!Join the When the Cleats Come Off Community on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/whenthecleatscomeoff&nbsp;Leave a review of When the Cleats Come Off on Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274&nbsp;Past episodes of WTCCO referred to in this one:Ep. 167 - Get to know how an umpire thinks with pro Victor Canales - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000643629680&nbsp;Ep. 166 - The key to boosting your athlete’s confidence and problem solving skills - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000642749246&nbsp;Ep. 13 - Softball is more than just a game with HOF Coach, Sue Enquist - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000495523376&nbsp;Ep. 30 - How to master the “car ride home talk” - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000509631933&nbsp;Follow and share with me your favorite parts on social media!Website - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/&nbsp;YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmey7_LOSN8tSia6gcWqtIzTTyTDpOodr&nbsp;Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybtraining&nbsp;Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AshleyBurkhardtTraining/&nbsp;Twitter - https://twitter.com/smashley_4&nbsp;Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleybtraining&nbsp;

2x All-American and NOW home run record holder from the University of Kentucky, Erin Coffel is BACK sharing with my Virtual Hitting Academy Members how she didn’t let being from a cold state limit her capacity to work hard and dream BIG, what she feel has separated her MOST from her competition, how she’s come close to burnout but what she did to ultimately avoid it, how her Dad has supported her throughout her career, how she trained to handle pressure well and more!Follow Erin on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/erin.coffel/&nbsp;Learn more about the Virtual Hitting Academy - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/virtual-hitting-academy-2-0&nbsp;Follow Ashley B Training on social:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybtraining&nbsp;YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQQEV5CsE0jKP7PZn7Pr_uw&nbsp;Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AshleyBurkhardtTraining/&nbsp;Twitter - https://twitter.com/smashley_4&nbsp;Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleybtraining&nbsp;Similar episodes from When the Cleats Come Off:Ep. 127: Erin Coffel: How she went from Midwest standout to an All-American in the SEC - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000602245039&nbsp;Ep. 83 - Scott Burkhardt: What it’s like being a “softball dad”, Part 1 of 2 - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000555670125&nbsp;&nbsp;Ep. 168: 5 reasons why college softball should be on your TV this weekend - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000644448867&nbsp;Ep. 163: Carol Hutchins: The secret sauce to successful teams - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000640407691

Adversity hits every single one of us but the difference between the average players and the ELITE ones are the ones who see adversity as a catapult to their next success. Today you’ll hear 3 big adversities I’ve faced in my career that I was able to learn and become better from, so you can learn a bit of what TO do and NOT TO DO when failure/adversity comes your way.Check out my $7 Goal-Smasher 14-Day Confidence Course - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/offers/GTbUzZdm/checkout&nbsp;Follow and share with me your favorite parts on social!Website - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/&nbsp;YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmey7_LOSN8tSia6gcWqtIzTTyTDpOodr&nbsp;Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybtraining&nbsp;Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AshleyBurkhardtTraining/&nbsp;Twitter - https://twitter.com/smashley_4&nbsp;Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleybtraining&nbsp;Past episodes mentioned:Ep. 80 - “The time I hated softball” - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000554165587&nbsp;Ep. 39 - “Dr Chris Carr: Green Bay Packers Director of Performance Psychology: Building Mental Toughness” - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000517124706&nbsp;Ep. 15 - “Overcoming Adversity with Former Pro Baseball Player, Chris Vasami” - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000497258852&nbsp;

One of the best college softball analysts in the game, Amanda Scarborough, is BACK on the podcast this week sharing a bit of her behind the scenes life behind the mic, why she thinks pitchers are struggling a bit more early on this year, her take on the new rules we’ve seen implemented this season (like a pitch clock and allowing pitchers to be airborne), a breakdown of how YOU can find and watch games, and some of her predictions for the rest of the D1 season.Amanda’s post on how to find/watch college softball - https://www.facebook.com/profile/100044317272013/search/?q=college%20softball&nbsp;&nbsp;Follow Amanda on:Twitter - https://twitter.com/ascarborough&nbsp;Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/amanda9scarborough/&nbsp;Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/amandascarborough&nbsp;Join the When the Cleats Come Off Community on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/whenthecleatscomeoff/&nbsp;Follow and share with me your favorite parts with me on social!Website - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/&nbsp;YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmey7_LOSN8tSia6gcWqtIzTTyTDpOodr&nbsp;Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybtraining&nbsp;Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AshleyBurkhardtTraining/&nbsp;Twitter - https://twitter.com/smashley_4&nbsp;Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleybtraining&nbsp;Similar Episodes of WTCCO:Ep. 25 - Amanda Scarborough: How to become a more confident pitcher - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000505260031&nbsp;Ep. 168 - 5 reasons why college softball should be on your TV this weekend - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000644448867&nbsp;Ep. 126 - 10 things to look for while watching college softball - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000601059288

Tryouts can be a stressful and scary time, but it doesn’t have to be! Here’s an episode to get your mind right before an important moment in your career and help you play a little more free but still FOCUSED! You’ve got this!Check out the Always Grind 365 SA Planner - https://alwaysgrind365.com/discount/ASHLEYB&nbsp;Follow and share with me your favorite parts on social!Website - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/&nbsp;YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmey7_LOSN8tSia6gcWqtIzTTyTDpOodr&nbsp;Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybtraining&nbsp;Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AshleyBurkhardtTraining/&nbsp;Twitter - https://twitter.com/smashley_4&nbsp;Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleybtraining&nbsp;Similar episodes of WTCCO you might like:Ep. 135 - The secret to overcoming perfectionism - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000610678904&nbsp;Ep. 128 - TRYOUTS! 10 ways to mentally prepare before “showtime” - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000603251678&nbsp;Ep. 119 - Leah Amico: Living out the G.O.L.D standard - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000592301063&nbsp;

Travel softball has gotten a “bad rap” lately, but today’s guest, Kevin Hinde - Coach of 18U Team NC, is doing it RIGHT. From helping 30+ players in the Team NC organization get recruited to developing top-notch practices, players, team culture (and coaching staff!), Kevin is the perfect guest to crush the stigma of travel ball and show us how to do it right – even at the pressures of the highest level.&nbsp;Follow Kevin and Team NC 18U - https://www.teamncfastpitch.com/page/show/3310157-18u-hinde-all-seasons-&nbsp;Follow Team NC Hinde on Twitter - https://twitter.com/TeamNCHinde&nbsp;Join the When the Cleats Come Off Community on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/whenthecleatscomeoff/&nbsp;Follow and share with me your favorite parts with me on social!Website - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/&nbsp;YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmey7_LOSN8tSia6gcWqtIzTTyTDpOodr&nbsp;Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybtraining&nbsp;Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AshleyBurkhardtTraining/&nbsp;Twitter - https://twitter.com/smashley_4&nbsp;Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleybtraining&nbsp;Past episodes of WTCCO you might like:Ep. 165 - Donnie Danklefsen: Winning teams, cultures and leaders leave clues - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000641956740&nbsp;Ep. 163 - Carol Hutchins: The secret sauce to successful teams https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000640407691&nbsp;Ep 131 - Coach Ballgame: How to make the game FUN again - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000606410640

Great things are to come for Marshall Softball as their brand new leader, Morgan Zerkle takes the reins on her first season as Head Coach for The Herd! This fun conversation consists of not only her excitement for the season but also how she came from a mid-major University and still made her dreams of playing professional softball a reality along with how one coach believing in her has allowed her to thrive in her playing and coaching career.Follow Marshall Softball: https://herdzone.com/sports/softball/schedule&nbsp;Follow Morgan on Twitter - https://twitter.com/mzerkleee&nbsp;Get $10 off When the Cleats Come Off Gear - https://ashley-b-training.myshopify.com/discount/podcast10&nbsp;Follow and share with me your favorite parts with me on social!Website - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/&nbsp;YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmey7_LOSN8tSia6gcWqtIzTTyTDpOodr&nbsp;Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybtraining&nbsp;Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AshleyBurkhardtTraining/&nbsp;Twitter - https://twitter.com/smashley_4&nbsp;Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleybtraining&nbsp;Past episodes of WTCCO you might like:Ep. 146 - Patrick Murphy: Building leaders and a Championship culture - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000626922757&nbsp;Ep. 100 - Carol Hutchins: Building a Winning Legacy, Part 1 of 2 - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000577170651Ep. 8 - “Championship Mindset” with University of Oklahoma’s Hitting Coach, JT Gasso - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000491508359

I’ve said it before and it’s worth saying again – we NEED to get our athletes watching the college game to not only learn how the game is played and executed at a high level, but to also inspire them to think and play BIGGER than they ever thought imaginable! Here is a list of 5 important reasons why we all need to tap into college softball this Spring, and also WHERE you can tune in!Nearly 3,200 games on ESPN platforms article - https://espnpressroom.com/us/press-releases/2024/01/espn-hits-home-run-with-nearly-3200-regular-season-softball-games-across-platforms/&nbsp;MLB Network to air live college softball games for the first time - https://www.mlb.com/news/first-college-softball-games-to-be-broadcast-on-mlb-network&nbsp;Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274&nbsp;Follow and share with me your favorite parts on social!Website - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/&nbsp;YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmey7_LOSN8tSia6gcWqtIzTTyTDpOodr&nbsp;Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybtraining&nbsp;Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AshleyBurkhardtTraining/&nbsp;Twitter - https://twitter.com/smashley_4&nbsp;Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleybtraining&nbsp;Similar Episodes of When the Cleats Come Off:Ep. 126 - 10 things to look for while watching college softball - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000601059288&nbsp;Ep. 77 - Why you should be watching college softball - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000551960482&nbsp;Ep. 91 - 5 ways to grow your game while watching the WCWS - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000564779397&nbsp;

Most of the time umpires are misunderstood and it’s time to give them a voice! This week on the pod, we have professional and collegiate umpire, Victor Canales, sharing a bit of his experience behind the plate (the good, bad and sometimes ugly), the preparation that goes into this profession, insight of the struggle umpires endure and what the commonalities are between the best umpires in the game. Parents and coaches are a BIG reason why some of the best umpires quit the profession which is why we’re at an all-time low on good umpires. We need to fix that!Watch Victor and I’s LIVE conversation on Facebook - https://fb.me/e/4czMbGZg7&nbsp;Follow Victor on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/victorsyxx/&nbsp;Follow and share with me your favorite parts with me on social!Website - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/&nbsp;YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmey7_LOSN8tSia6gcWqtIzTTyTDpOodr&nbsp;Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybtraining&nbsp;Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AshleyBurkhardtTraining/&nbsp;Twitter - https://twitter.com/smashley_4&nbsp;Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleybtraining&nbsp;Past episodes of WTCCO you might like:Ep. 160 - Asia Mape: How to enjoy the game MORE with your athlete - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000638407976&nbsp;

This one element can transform not only how your athlete performs under pressure but also how she carries herself in LIFE! I’m so glad I had parents and coaches teaching me this important skill early on so I could truly live out my potential on and off the field!Learn more about the Virtual Hitting Academy Monthly Membership - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/virtual-hitting-academy-2-0&nbsp;Follow and share with me your favorite parts on social!Website - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/&nbsp;YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmey7_LOSN8tSia6gcWqtIzTTyTDpOodr&nbsp;Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybtraining&nbsp;Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AshleyBurkhardtTraining/&nbsp;Twitter - https://twitter.com/smashley_4&nbsp;Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleybtraining&nbsp;Past episodes of WTCCO you might like:Ep. 162 - Conquer your BIGGEST fear…and a BIG announcement! - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000639791718&nbsp;Ep. 115 - 10 ways to know you’re with a great coach - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000589174016&nbsp;Ep. 99 - DO NOT do these 5 things with your athlete - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000576327234&nbsp;

Success looks different for everyone, but when it comes to work-ethic, leadership and straight up “guts” when a lot is on the line – the best teams do things similarly. Learn from 2023’s Division 3 National Championship Head Coach, Donnie Danklefsen, what it took from himself, his staff and most importantly his PLAYERS to hoist up the trophy this past season and how he was able to transform this program into something GREAT.Follow Trine Softball - https://www.trinethunder.com/sports/sball/index&nbsp;Follow Donnie on Twitter - https://twitter.com/CoachD_TUSB&nbsp;Follow and share with me your favorite parts with me on social!Website - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/&nbsp;YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmey7_LOSN8tSia6gcWqtIzTTyTDpOodr&nbsp;Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybtraining&nbsp;Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AshleyBurkhardtTraining/&nbsp;Twitter - https://twitter.com/smashley_4&nbsp;Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleybtraining&nbsp;Past episodes of WTCCO you might like:Ep. 146 - Patrick Murphy: Building leaders and a Championship culture - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000626922757&nbsp;Ep. 100 - Carol Hutchins: Building a Winning Legacy, Part 1 of 2 - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000577170651Ep. 8 - “Championship Mindset” with University of Oklahoma’s Hitting Coach, JT Gasso - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000491508359&nbsp;

The BEST hitters I know really put and emphasis on the little (and sometimes boring) elements of their training which is the exact reason why they are the best. Here are 5 of what I believe are some of the most important things you can be doing this off-season to make this spring/summer your best yet at the plate!Get $20 off the Gold VHA Membership - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/offers/vor2GWwW?coupon_code=GOLD20&nbsp;Learn more about the Virtual Hitting Academy - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/virtual-hitting-academy-2-0&nbsp;&nbsp;Watch the 9 spot tee warm up - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H9t01wsvShc&nbsp;Follow and share with me your favorite parts on social!Website - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/&nbsp;YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmey7_LOSN8tSia6gcWqtIzTTyTDpOodr&nbsp;Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybtraining&nbsp;Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AshleyBurkhardtTraining/&nbsp;Twitter - https://twitter.com/smashley_4&nbsp;Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleybtraining&nbsp;Past episodes of WTCCO you might like:Ep. 120 - They key to making your goals happen in 2023 - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000593651079&nbsp;Ep. 162 - Conquer your BIGGEST fear…and a big announcement! - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000639791718

Everyone wants to be a part of a successful team, but not everyone is willing to work for it. Learn from 2005 National Champion and the winningest coach in Division 1 softball, Carol Hutchins, what she’s seen the most successful players and teams do that set themselves apart from the rest.&nbsp;Learn more about the Virtual Hitting Academy! - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/virtual-hitting-academy-2-0&nbsp;Learn more about the Fearless Warrior Program (use code ASHLEYB50 for $50 off!) - https://www.fearlesswarriorprogram.com/enrollment&nbsp;Follow and share with me your favorite parts on social!Website - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/&nbsp;YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmey7_LOSN8tSia6gcWqtIzTTyTDpOodr&nbsp;Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybtraining&nbsp;Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AshleyBurkhardtTraining/&nbsp;Twitter - https://twitter.com/smashley_4&nbsp;Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleybtraining&nbsp;Past episodes of WTCCO you might like:Ep. 100 - Carol Hutchins: Building a Winning Legacy, Part 1 of 2 - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000577170651Ep. 101 - Carol Hutchins: Building a Winning Legacy, Part 2 of 2 - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000577893113&nbsp;Ep. 13 - Softball is more than just a game w/ HOF Coach Sue Enquist, Part 1 of 2 - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000495523376&nbsp;

What’s your biggest fear? For most athletes it’s letting our teammates down that gets us stuck in a negative mindset which ends up hurting our performance. Today, I’m hanging with my good friend and Founder of Fearless Fastpitch, Amanda Schaefer, and we’re talking about how to conquer that big fear, own what makes you, YOU and learn the biggest key to repeating our successes. And stay tuned for a HUGE announcement I’ve been keeping secret (that you’re the FIRST to know about!)Everything you need to know about becoming a Virtual Hitting Academy VIP! - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/virtual-hitting-academy-2-0&nbsp;Learn more about the Fearless Warrior Program (use code ASHLEYB50 for $50 off!) - https://www.fearlesswarriorprogram.com/enrollment&nbsp;Follow and share with me your favorite parts on social!Website - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/&nbsp;YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmey7_LOSN8tSia6gcWqtIzTTyTDpOodr&nbsp;Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybtraining&nbsp;Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AshleyBurkhardtTraining/&nbsp;Twitter - https://twitter.com/smashley_4&nbsp;Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleybtraining&nbsp;Past episodes of WTCCO you might like:Ep. 152 - Gaining the mental edge as a hitter: Recording from the Fearless Warrior Podcast w/ Mental Performance Coach, Amanda Schaefer - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000631703797&nbsp;

In order to feel more prepared and relaxed for games, we NEED to make our practices tougher. Today, I’m sharing a conversation I had with my VIrtual Hitting Academy members going over some of my favorite mental challenges to intentionally add into your practice that will help you build your mental grit and resilience to help prepare you for the big pressure moments in games.Join the Virtual Hitting Academy Waitlist - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/waitlist&nbsp;Follow and share with me your favorite parts on social!Website - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/&nbsp;YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmey7_LOSN8tSia6gcWqtIzTTyTDpOodr&nbsp;Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybtraining&nbsp;Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AshleyBurkhardtTraining/&nbsp;Twitter - https://twitter.com/smashley_4&nbsp;Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleybtraining&nbsp;Past episodes of WTCCO you might like:Ep. 95 - 6 proven ways to elevate your game TODAY - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000568079797&nbsp;Ep. 105 - Hitting Conversations: Posture and loose arms - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000580877485&nbsp;Ep. 148 - 5 easy ways to get more out of your training - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000628542097&nbsp;

We all want to do what’s best for our athletes and today’s guest is no exception. Learning from her mistakes as a sports parent with her daughter (as you may have read in her viral blog “My daughter quit sports and this is what youth sports parents need to know”), Award Winning Sports Journalist, Asia Mape, is sharing some of the do’s and don’ts she’s learned on her journey with three athletic daughters to help parents enjoy watching their athlete play rather than potentially hurt their experience.“I Love to Watch You Play” Website - https://ilovetowatchyouplay.com/&nbsp;Blogs Mentioned in the episode:My daughter quit sports and this is what youth sports parents need to know - &nbsp;https://ilovetowatchyouplay.com/2023/01/27/my-daughter-quit-sports-and-this-is-what-youth-sports-parents-need-to-know/&nbsp;Why it sucks to be a parent of a good athlete - https://ilovetowatchyouplay.com/2015/09/29/why-it-sucks-to-be-the-parent-of-a-good-athlete/&nbsp;How To Set Boundaries When You And Your Child Love The Same Sport - https://ilovetowatchyouplay.com/2023/09/28/how-to-set-boundaries-when-you-and-your-child-love-the-same-sport/&nbsp;Join the VHA Waitlist - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/waitlist&nbsp;Follow and share with me your favorite parts on social!Website - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/&nbsp;YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmey7_LOSN8tSia6gcWqtIzTTyTDpOodr&nbsp;Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybtraining&nbsp;Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AshleyBurkhardtTraining/&nbsp;Twitter - https://twitter.com/smashley_4&nbsp;Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleybtraining&nbsp;Past episodes of WTCCO you might like:Ep. 155 - 12 valuable lessons I’ve learned from my Dad - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000634108550&nbsp;Ep. 158 - 7 lessons we all can learn from my Mom - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000636878126&nbsp;Ep. 99 - DO NOT do these 5 things with your athlete - <a...

Some people will make the most of their off season by honing in on their skills while others will sit back and “hope for the best”. Don’t be the second one. Today you’ll learn how to make your training as efficient as you can while also getting to enjoy the process of getting better.Join the Virtual Hitting Academy Waitlist - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/waitlist&nbsp;Single-tasking neuroscientist article link - https://blog.rescuetime.com/single-tasking/#:~:text=enjoy%20your%20work.-,Focusing%20on%20one%20thing%20at%20a,you'll%20get%20more%20done&amp;text=But%20multitasking%20and%20context%20switching,doing%20meaningful%20and%20difficult%20work&nbsp;&nbsp;Follow and share with me your favorite parts on social!Website - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/&nbsp;YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmey7_LOSN8tSia6gcWqtIzTTyTDpOodr&nbsp;Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybtraining&nbsp;Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AshleyBurkhardtTraining/&nbsp;Twitter - https://twitter.com/smashley_4&nbsp;Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleybtraining&nbsp;Past episodes of WTCCO like this one:Ep. 11 - How to be your biggest critic AND your biggest fan with Phillies Mental Skills Coach, Hannah Huesman - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000493866856&nbsp;Ep. 65 - Chase d’Arnaud - The importance of speed and sprint technique - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000543582567&nbsp;Ep. Ep. 124 - “Mamba Mentality” - How to become the best at what you do - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000598664016&nbsp;

Since Dad got his own episode about him a few weeks ago for his Birthday, I thought mom should get a surprise episode about how incredible she is, too! Here are 7 lessons my mom has taught my sisters and I, including why we should be prioritizing experiences and what “work hard, play hard” actually means at our house.&nbsp;Join the Virtual Hitting Academy Waitlist - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/waitlist&nbsp;Join our NEW WTCCO Facebook Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/whenthecleatscomeoff/&nbsp;Follow and share with me your favorite part w/ me on social!Website - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/&nbsp;YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmey7_LOSN8tSia6gcWqtIzTTyTDpOodr&nbsp;Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybtraining&nbsp;Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AshleyBurkhardtTraining/&nbsp;Twitter - https://twitter.com/smashley_4&nbsp;Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleybtraining&nbsp;Past episodes of WTCCO you might like:Ep. 155 - 12 valuable lessons I’ve learned from my Dad - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000634108550&nbsp;Ep. 2 - 4 Qualities of Greatness - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000487146537&nbsp;Ep. 121 - Anna Burkhardt:Being different is a good thing -&nbsp; ​https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000595139901&nbsp;

Coach P is back this week sharing her passion for outfield and how she focused on angles, reads, first steps, creating an “all out mentality” for the last line of defense and more along with some encouragement for teaching baserunners how to be aggressive, yet smart!Join the Virtual Hitting Academy waitlist - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/waitlist&nbsp;Continue the conversation inside the WTCCO Facebook Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/whenthecleatscomeoff&nbsp;Follow and share with me your favorite parts on social!Website - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/&nbsp;YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmey7_LOSN8tSia6gcWqtIzTTyTDpOodr&nbsp;Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybtraining&nbsp;Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AshleyBurkhardtTraining/&nbsp;Twitter - https://twitter.com/smashley_4&nbsp;Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleybtraining&nbsp;Similar episodes of WTCCO:Ep. 156 - Donna Papa: The key to consistent success as a leader, Part 1 of 2 - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000634876740&nbsp;Ep. 76 - Kristina Burkhardt: Her “last dance” in college softball - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000551243459&nbsp;Ep. 13 - Part 1 - Softball is more than just a game with HOF Coach Sue Enquist -&nbsp; https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000495523376

You don’t have a credible 38 year career at a Power 5 University which includes&nbsp; a Hall of Fame induction under your belt without taking your role as a Head Coach seriously. Newly retired UNC Softball Head Coach, Donna Papa, is sharing with us the biggest lessons she’s learned throughout the years about team culture, leadership, the devotion she had to working on her craft, the qualities of the great teams she’s had and so much more.&nbsp;&nbsp;Leave your review of When the Cleats Come Off on Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274&nbsp;Follow and share with me your favorite parts on social!Website - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/&nbsp;YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmey7_LOSN8tSia6gcWqtIzTTyTDpOodr&nbsp;Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybtraining&nbsp;Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AshleyBurkhardtTraining/&nbsp;Twitter - https://twitter.com/smashley_4&nbsp;Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleybtraining&nbsp;Similar episodes of WTCCO:Carol Hutchins: Building a winning legacy, Part 1 of 2 - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000577170651&nbsp;Kristina Burkhardt: How to be a leader by example - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000590123460&nbsp;Part 1 - Softball is more than just a game with HOF Coach Sue Enquist -&nbsp; https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000495523376

My dad was my first ever hero and today you’re going to learn 12 reasons why. These lessons have a lot to do with softball but a whole lot more to do with LIFE and being a good person. Happy Birthday, Dad. :)Check out the Always Grind 365 Coaches Notebooks - https://alwaysgrind365.com/collections/coaches/products/coachs-game-logs“The incredible things my first travel ball team taught me” - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/blog/travel%20ballJoin our NEW WTCCO Facebook Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/whenthecleatscomeoff/&nbsp;Follow and share with me your favorite part w/ me on social!Website - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/&nbsp;YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmey7_LOSN8tSia6gcWqtIzTTyTDpOodr&nbsp;Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybtraining&nbsp;Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AshleyBurkhardtTraining/&nbsp;Twitter - https://twitter.com/smashley_4&nbsp;Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleybtraining&nbsp;Past episodes of WTCCO you might like:Ep. 83 - Scott Burkhardt: What it’s like being a “softball dad”, Part 1 of 2 - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000555670125&nbsp;Ep. 83 - Scott Burkhardt: What it’s like being a “softball dad”, Part 1 of 2 - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000556426432&nbsp;Ep. 116 - Kristina Burkhardt: How to be a leaders by example - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000590123460&nbsp;Ep. 121 - Anna Burkhardt:Being different is a good thing -&nbsp; ​https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000595139901&nbsp;

After playing for and being mentored by one of the greatest coaches in our time, Patrick Murphy, at Alabama, Molly Fichtner has “changed the game” for University of Louisiana Monroe Softball into being one of the most elite college playing environments in the country. Today, you’re going to learn what makes Molly such a great leader that her team LOVES playing for, what she does to work on her team’s culture, why Molly believes it’s the PEOPLE that make the PROGRAM and a lot more!Learn more about the ULM Celebrity Softball Game - https://dugoutdigestsb.com/2023/10/18/a-little-slowpitch-a-little-banana-ball-and-a-lot-of-fun/&nbsp;Download FREE recruiting checklist - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/recruitingchecklist&nbsp;Watch this interview and more on my YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmey7_LOSN8tSia6gcWqtIzTTyTDpOodr&amp;si=EQIrTzKWhIKLB8m4&nbsp;Follow and share with me your favorite parts on social!Website - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/&nbsp;YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmey7_LOSN8tSia6gcWqtIzTTyTDpOodr&nbsp;Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybtraining&nbsp;Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AshleyBurkhardtTraining/&nbsp;Twitter - https://twitter.com/smashley_4&nbsp;Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleybtraining&nbsp;Past episodes of WTCCO you might like:Ep. 146 - Patrick Murphy: Building Leaders and a Championship Culture - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000626922757&nbsp;Ep. 25 - Amanda Scarborough: How to become a more confident pitcher - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000505260031&nbsp;Ep. 144 - Recruiting 101: Communicating with College Coaches - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000625365479

Today we're talking about the importance of having a dream, how to take your first steps to make it happen, and a little motivation to get you going!Check out the book Mind Gym - https://amzn.to/3SaLR4G&nbsp;Follow and share with me your favorite parts on social!Website - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/&nbsp;YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmey7_LOSN8tSia6gcWqtIzTTyTDpOodr&nbsp;Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybtraining&nbsp;Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AshleyBurkhardtTraining/&nbsp;Twitter - https://twitter.com/smashley_4&nbsp;Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleybtraining&nbsp;Past episodes of WTCCO you might like:Ep. 148: 5 easy ways to get more out of your training - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000628542097&nbsp;Ep. 120: The key to making your goals happen in 2023 - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000593651079&nbsp;Ep. 118: 3 TIMELESS truths parents can use to help your athlete find success - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000591469372

I recently was a guest on my good friend, Amanda Schaefer’s, BRAND NEW show called The Fearless Warrior Podcast and we pulled back the curtain about what to do when we find ourselves burnt out, some of our favorite mental skills to teach, how to basically “hack” confidence, the incredible role our families played in our careers and so much more! She was gracious enough to let me re-air this episode on my podcast for you to enjoy and I sure hope you do!&nbsp;Listen to The Fearless Warrior Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-fearless-warrior-podcast/id1702063074&nbsp;Leave a review on Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274&nbsp;Follow and share with me your favorite parts on social!Website - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/&nbsp;YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmey7_LOSN8tSia6gcWqtIzTTyTDpOodr&nbsp;Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybtraining&nbsp;Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AshleyBurkhardtTraining/&nbsp;Twitter - https://twitter.com/smashley_4&nbsp;Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleybtraining&nbsp;Similar Episodes of When the Cleats Come Off:Ep. 10 - How to create a “Mental Edge” with Fearless Fastpitch Founder, Amanda Schaefer - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000493159769&nbsp;&nbsp;Ep. 11 - How to be your BIGGEST critic and your BIGGEST fan with Phillies Mental Skills Coach, Hannah Huesman - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000493866856&nbsp;Ep. 143 - Lane Farmer: How to empower yourself by using your mind - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000624620885

We all love winning, right? Well, even though we can’t control whether we win or lose, we CAN take advantage of a few things in our control and increase our chances of winning. Here are 6 relatively simple ways we can increase those chances.Join the When the Cleats Come Off Facebook Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/whenthecleatscomeoff/&nbsp;Previous Episodes Mentioned:Ep. 141 - Kaitlyn McNally: Maximizing performance through nutrition - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000623149477&nbsp;Ep. 14: Part 2 - Softball is more than just a game with HOF Coach Sue Enquist - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000496375249&nbsp;Ep. 146 - Patrick Murphy: Building leaders and a Championship culture - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000626922757&nbsp;Ep. 103 - Skylar Wallace: Speed Kills - how to become an aggressive baserunner - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000579409323&nbsp;Follow and share with me your favorite parts on social!Website - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/&nbsp;YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmey7_LOSN8tSia6gcWqtIzTTyTDpOodr&nbsp;Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybtraining&nbsp;Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AshleyBurkhardtTraining/&nbsp;Twitter - https://twitter.com/smashley_4&nbsp;Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleybtraining&nbsp;

Cat not only played at the collegiate level but also COACHED there for several years and has a unique perspective on the recruiting world and how you can not only separate yourself from the rest, but also ENJOY this wild ride in the process. If you need help choosing the right school or the right level for you, or you just want a better idea of steps you need to take you’ve come to the right place!Follow Cat on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/catosterman&nbsp;Follow Cat on Twitter - https://x.com/catosterman?s=20&nbsp;Join the WTCCO Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/whenthecleatscomeoff/&nbsp;Visit my YouTube Channel - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmey7_LOSN8tSia6gcWqtIzTTyTDpOodr&nbsp;&nbsp;Follow and share with me your favorite parts on social!Website - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybtraining&nbsp;&nbsp;Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AshleyBurkhardtTraining/&nbsp;Twitter - https://twitter.com/smashley_4&nbsp;Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleybtraining&nbsp;Similar episodes of When the Cleats Come Off:Ep 149: Cat Osterman: An honest take on travel ball and building a strong relationship with your athlete - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000629344565&nbsp;Ep. 145 - My recruiting story - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000626177329&nbsp;Tisha Mahon: Recruiting talk - Communication and finding your WHY - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000521405654&nbsp;Tisha Mahon: Recruiting talk pt. 2 - Stand out on social media and at camps - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000526568932&nbsp;Recruiting 101: Communicating with college coaches - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000625365479

3x Olympian and 4x All-American, Cat Osterman, is BACK on the show this week (and next!) sharing a bit more of how she and her dad were a TEAM in pursuit of her big dreams, a bit of how retirement and mom life has been treating her lately,&nbsp; and her honest take on the travel ball space and how we as coaches and parents can (and should!) make it a better environment for our athletes.Follow Cat on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/catosterman&nbsp;Follow Cat on Twitter - https://x.com/catosterman?s=20&nbsp;Check out my Goal-Smasher Confidence Course - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/offers/GTbUzZdm/checkoutFollow and share with me your favorite parts on social!Website - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmey7_LOSN8tSia6gcWqtIzTTyTDpOodr&nbsp;&nbsp;Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybtraining&nbsp;&nbsp;Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AshleyBurkhardtTraining/&nbsp;Twitter - https://twitter.com/smashley_4&nbsp;Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleybtraining&nbsp;SImilar Episodes of When the Cleats Come Off:Cat Osterman: Greatness has no age limit - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000528817791&nbsp;Monica Abbott: Consistency over Intensity - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000520208534&nbsp;Part 1 with Delaney Spaulding: The Road to the Olympics - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000507614677&nbsp;

If you’re looking for simple ways to get MORE out of the work you’re already putting in to get better to your game, buckle up, because today I’m giving you five easy ways to amp up your training and really start moving the needle on your potential.Check out the Always Grind 365 Notebooks - https://alwaysgrind365.com/discount/ASHLEYB&nbsp;Learn some of my favorite Hitting Drills on my YouTube Channel - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmey7_LOSN8v5aW2uPWxQR-pYDc_nWvfM&amp;si=762QJwANH0XymUpP&nbsp;Follow and share with me your favorite parts on social!Website - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/&nbsp;YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmey7_LOSN8tSia6gcWqtIzTTyTDpOodr&nbsp;Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybtraining&nbsp;Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AshleyBurkhardtTraining/&nbsp;Twitter - https://twitter.com/smashley_4&nbsp;Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleybtraining&nbsp;Past episodes of WTCCO you might like:Ep. 135 - The secret to overcoming perfectionism - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000610678904&nbsp;Ep. 120 - They key to making your goals happen in 2023 - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000593651079&nbsp;Ep. 119 - Leah Amico: Living out the G.O.L.D standard - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000592301063

Let’s celebrate! No one gets to where they want to without a little consistency and for this 6 year Anniversary of Ashley B Training, I’m sharing with you 6 BIG MOVES that were hard, but essential to help us get to where we are…THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR BEING HERE and I hope this episode inspires you to keep following the dreams on your heart!Get 40% off all ABT Merch - https://ashley-b-training.myshopify.com/discount/ANNIVERSARY&nbsp;Join the When the Cleats Come Off Facebook Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/whenthecleatscomeoff/&nbsp;Follow and share with me your favorite parts on social!Website - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/&nbsp;YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmey7_LOSN8tSia6gcWqtIzTTyTDpOodr&nbsp;Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybtraining&nbsp;Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AshleyBurkhardtTraining/&nbsp;Twitter - https://twitter.com/smashley_4&nbsp;Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleybtraining&nbsp;Similar Episodes of When the Cleats Come Off:Ep. 145 - My Recruiting Story - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000626177329&nbsp;Ep. 137 - Monica Abbott: “Rise and Shine” to your own greatness - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000619347269&nbsp;Ep. 5 - 10 ways your athlete can work from home - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000489219473

Alabama Sports Hall of Fame and National Championship Coach from the University of Alabama, Patrick Murphy joins us today for an epic conversation about leadership and the incredible culture he has built in Tuscaloosa under his tenure. Here, you’ll learn the story behind the word “Mudita” and why Alabama softball LIVES by it, the intangible skills he teaches his teams to ultimately become better PEOPLE outside of the white lines, the importance of selflessly owning your role and how both of those equate to championships…and this is just scratching the surface!Download FREE recruiting checklist - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/recruitingchecklist&nbsp;Watch this interview and more on my YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmey7_LOSN8tSia6gcWqtIzTTyTDpOodr&amp;si=EQIrTzKWhIKLB8m4&nbsp;Follow and share with me your favorite parts on social!Website - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/&nbsp;YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmey7_LOSN8tSia6gcWqtIzTTyTDpOodr&nbsp;Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybtraining&nbsp;Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AshleyBurkhardtTraining/&nbsp;Twitter - https://twitter.com/smashley_4&nbsp;Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleybtraining&nbsp;Past episodes of WTCCO you might like:Part 1 - Softball is more than just a game with HOF Coach Sue Enquist -&nbsp; https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000495523376&nbsp;“Championship Mindset” with University of Oklahoma Softball’s Coach JT Gasso - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000491508359&nbsp;Recruiting 101: Communicating with college coaches - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000625365479&nbsp;

Everyone’s recruiting story is different (ask anyone who’s been recruited) but there's so much I’ve learned from others journeys that helped me navigate my own. Today, I’m sharing my college recruiting story from when I decided I wanted to play college ball, what steps I took to put me “on the map” and ultimately what made me choose my favorite University in the world.Leave a review on apple podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274&nbsp;Similar episodes of When the Cleats Come Off:Recruiting 101: Communicating with college coaches - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000625365479&nbsp;Tisha Mahon: Recruiting Talk - Stand out on social media and at camps! - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000526568932&nbsp;Scott Burkhardt: What it’s like being a “softball dad”, Part 1 of 2 - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000555670125&nbsp;Follow and share with me your favorite parts on social!Website - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/&nbsp;YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmey7_LOSN8tSia6gcWqtIzTTyTDpOodr&nbsp;Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybtraining&nbsp;Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AshleyBurkhardtTraining/&nbsp;Twitter - https://twitter.com/smashley_4&nbsp;Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleybtraining&nbsp;