In Episode 150, Jessica Hain, Founder of The Fulcrum Center and former Head Coach of Liberty University Women’s Soccer, mother, and wife, talks with Phil and Paul about insights from coaching at the collegiate level to international experiences, the significance of faith integration in coaching, and the importance of building trust and relationships within teams. She talks about personal stories of impactful moments and practical advice for coaches looking to make disciples through their coaching. Additionally, Jessica discusses her research, experiences, and how soccer can serve as a tool for personal and spiritual development. Specifically, Jessica discusses:

·      Her story and athletic journey, including how she developed her faith and her passion for soccer, leadership, coaching (3:48)

·      Her personal why/life purpose and how she is living it out (11:50)

·      The importance of women coaching women (12:55)

·      Her work with the Fulcrum Center and North American Sport Movement, her Ph.D., and how they all work together (18:58)

·      The integration of faith and coaching (23:43)

·      The need for the “coffee shop” and the “library” in our coaching (28:08)

·      The relationship between empathy and Soccer IQ (32:38)

·      The importance of a training environment that reinforces the lessons you want your players to learn and live out (37:44)

·      Defining Moments in her soccer career and the life lessons she learned from them (41:29)

·      Her most impactful coach and what set him apart from the rest (44:15)

·      A life and leadership lesson she learned directly from playing the beautiful game (49:48)

·      Things she has read that impacted her thinking on how soccer explains life and leadership (50:53)

Resources and Links from this Episode

·      Video of the Episode

·      HSEL Facebook Group

·      Warrior Way Soccer

·      Providence World (Donations to HSEL Podcast)

·      Coaching the Bigger Game Program

·      Phil’s email for DISC Training

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