In this episode, we show you how we discovered the team’s and individual players’ best mental strengths (the 7Cs) while also building their weaker Cs. We discuss: <ul><li>Staying accountable to your commitment and teammates. </li><li>Their first “real” games and how things went. </li><li>Setting expectations in a way that ensures your players hear the message beyond your disappointed tone</li></ul>

In this episode, we show you how we discovered the team’s and individual players’ best mental strengths (the 7Cs) while also building their weaker Cs. We discuss: Staying accountable to your commitment and teammates. Their first “real” games and how things went. Setting expectations in a way that ensures your players hear the message beyond your disappointed tone

In this episode, we show you how we discovered the team’s and individual players’ best mental strengths (the 7Cs) while&nbsp;also building their weaker&nbsp;Cs. We discuss: <ul><li>Staying accountable to your commitment and teammates. </li><li>Their first “real” games and how things went. </li><li>Setting expectations in a way that ensures your players hear the message beyond your disappointed tone</li></ul>

How to Build Mental Toughness [MHS]

Signed & Ready is the go-to podcast for college-bound athletes and their families navigating the recruiting process—and preparing to thrive once they get there.

Hosted by Alicia Smith, head coach, recruiting mentor, and mental performance expert, this show pulls back the curtain on what really moves the needle in college recruiting: leadership, composure, and confidence under pressure.

If you're a parent wondering how to support your athlete without overstepping—or an athlete who wants to feel ready, not just look ready—you're in the right place.

Each episode delivers practical strategies, real talk, and coach-level insights on:

Standing out in the recruiting process (beyond the stats)
Building confidence that actually shows up on game day
Leading yourself through high-pressure moments
Thriving in college athletics with a strong mental game

This isn’t just about getting signed.
It’s about becoming the kind of athlete coaches can’t ignore—and the kind of leader who’s ready for the next level.

👉 New episodes weekly. Subscribe now and start building your mental edge—from the inside out.

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Signed & Ready is the go-to podcast for college-bound athletes and their families navigating the recruiting process—and preparing to thrive once they get there. Hosted by Alicia Smith, head coach, recruiting mentor, and mental performance expert, this show pulls back the curtain on what really moves the needle in college recruiting: leadership, composure, and confidence under pressure. If you're a parent wondering how to support your athlete without overstepping—or an athlete who wants to feel ready, not just look ready—you're in the right place. Each episode delivers practical strategies, real talk, and coach-level insights on: Standing out in the recruiting process (beyond the stats) Building confidence that actually shows up on game day Leading yourself through high-pressure moments Thriving in college athletics with a strong mental game This isn’t just about getting signed. It’s about becoming the kind of athlete coaches can’t ignore—and the kind of leader who’s ready for the next level. 👉 New episodes weekly. Subscribe now and start building your mental edge—from the inside out.

Signed &amp; Ready is the go-to podcast for college-bound athletes and their families navigating the recruiting process—and preparing to thrive once they get there.

Hosted by Alicia Smith, head coach, recruiting mentor, and mental performance expert, this show pulls back the curtain on what really moves the needle in college recruiting: leadership, composure, and confidence under pressure.

If you're a parent wondering how to support your athlete without overstepping—or an athlete who wants to feel ready, not just look ready—you're in the right place.

Each episode delivers practical strategies, real talk, and coach-level insights on:

Standing out in the recruiting process (beyond the stats)
Building confidence that actually shows up on game day
Leading yourself through high-pressure moments
Thriving in college athletics with a strong mental game

This isn’t just about getting signed.
It’s about becoming the kind of athlete coaches can’t ignore—and the kind of leader who’s ready for the next level.

👉 New episodes weekly. Subscribe now and start building your mental edge—from the inside out.

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