Too many athletes have the physical tools to succeed — but crumble when the pressure hits.

They train their bodies relentlessly, yet no one teaches them how to manage nerves, reset after mistakes, or trust themselves when it matters most.

In this episode of Becoming Uncommon, Coach Christopher Richardson sits down with André Chapman Jr., founder of Winning Edge Performance, to break down why mindset isn’t a personality trait — it’s a trainable skill.

From walking onto UCLA’s Track & Field team as the slowest 400m runner in his group to becoming a two-time Pac-12 finalist, NCAA Championship qualifier, and national top-30 hurdler, André shares how learning to lead himself from the inside out changed everything.

Today, André has coached 1,000+ athletes across sports — from high school standouts to Division I scholarship earners — helping them manage pressure, rebuild confidence, and compete with clarity when it matters most.

This conversation goes beyond sports.

It’s about learning how to:

Win the battle within

Build confidence under pressure

Reset after mistakes

Lead yourself before you try to lead others

Perform with composure in high-stakes moments

If you’re an athlete, coach, or parent who knows talent alone isn’t enough — this episode is for you.

Because real winning doesn’t start on the track, the field, or the court.
It starts within.