When you hang up the clipboard and someone asks you what you're most proud of, it most likely won't be the wins.I'll be the impact you had on your girls.<ul><li>Helping a player come out of her shell</li><li>Getting another to see the importance of a team</li><li>Seeing them grow into strong, confident young women</li></ul> That's the dream for us Sweet Spotters, right?That's exactly what Alicia discusses with some of her former players in today's special 100th episode!

When you hang up the clipboard and someone asks you what you're most proud of, it most likely won't be the wins. I'll be the impact you had on your girls.Helping a player come out of her shellGetting another to see the importance of a teamSeeing them grow into strong, confident young women That's the dream for us Sweet Spotters, right? That's exactly what Alicia discusses with some of her former players in today's special 100th episode!

When you hang up the clipboard and someone asks you what you're most proud of, it most likely won't be the wins.I'll be the impact you had on your girls.<ul><li>Helping a player come out of her shell</li><li>Getting another to see the importance of a team</li><li>Seeing them grow into strong, confident young women</li></ul> That's the dream for us Sweet Spotters, right?That's exactly what Alicia discusses with some of her former players in today's special 100th episode!

How To Know You're Making A Difference -- w/ some of Alicia's former players now playing DI college

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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