You're probably noticing a trend in coaching...Coaching the PERSON before the PLAYERIt might be a little intimidating at first. Your reaction may even be like mine was: "I just wanna coach softball!"But then when you step back and realize why you're doing this...<ul><li>To help develop strong young women on & off the field</li><li>To teach them life lessons through softball</li><li>To make a difference</li></ul> Then you realize you're already on the right track!So listen in to today's guest, Alabama's Coach Patrick Murphy, as he shares some practical ideas for teaching those people skills!

You're probably noticing a trend in coaching... Coaching the PERSON before the PLAYER It might be a little intimidating at first. Your reaction may even be like mine was: "I just wanna coach softball!" But then when you step back and realize why you're doing this...To help develop strong young women on & off the fieldTo teach them life lessons through softballTo make a difference Then you realize you're already on the right track! So listen in to today's guest, Alabama's Coach Patrick Murphy, as he shares some practical ideas for teaching those people skills!

You're probably noticing a trend in coaching...Coaching the PERSON before the PLAYERIt might be a little intimidating at first. Your reaction may even be like mine was: "I just wanna coach softball!"But then when you step back and realize why you're doing this...<ul><li>To help develop strong young women on &amp; off the field</li><li>To teach them life lessons through softball</li><li>To make a difference</li></ul> Then you realize you're already on the right track!So listen in to today's guest, Alabama's Coach Patrick Murphy, as he shares some practical ideas for teaching those people skills!

Creating A Culture That Feels Home-Made -- w/ University of Alabama's Patrick Murphy

Welcome to **The Softball Shift: Coaching Softball from the Inside Out**—the go-to podcast for softball coaches dedicated to enhancing their team's mental game and fostering a winning team culture. Hosted by seasoned coaches Mel Rushing and Alicia Smith, who bring over 30 years of combined experience in sport psychology, leadership, and performance coaching, this podcast offers actionable strategies to develop mentally tough athletes and cohesive teams. Each episode dives into topics such as mental training techniques, building resilience, effective communication, and leadership development, providing you with the tools to elevate your coaching game and lead your team to success. Whether you're a seasoned coach or just starting out, **The Softball Shift** is the leader's guide for coaching the mental game of softball.

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