In this episode of Purpose over Pressure, Kate Stone talks about what it means to play sports for God instead of playing only for performance, recognition, or approval. Through personal experiences and honest reflection, she shares how pressure in sports can affect confidence and identity, especially when athletes tie their worth to outcomes. Kate also explains practical ways Christian athletes can bring faith into their sport through prayer, mindset, and trusting God with both success and failure. This episode encourages athletes to find peace, confidence, and purpose through their relationship with Christ.

Highlights

• Why identity in Christ matters more than athletic performance
• Practical ways to bring faith into practices, games, and competition
• How trusting God can help athletes handle pressure, mistakes, and setbacks

Be sure to tune in for the next episode for more conversations about faith, confidence, and sports.

In this episode of Purpose Over Pressure, Kate Stone sits down with Jade Chacko to talk about what happens when an athlete can no longer play their sport due to injury. Jade shares her personal experience as a high school soccer player navigating recovery and the emotional challenges that come with it. The conversation highlights how deeply sports can shape identity and the importance of recognizing self-worth beyond performance. This episode offers relatable insight for students, parents, and teachers supporting athletes through setbacks.

Highlights

• How injuries can impact an athlete both physically and mentally, especially confidence and motivation
• The importance of staying connected to your team even when you can’t play
• Ways to stay motivated during recovery and remember your identity beyond sports

Tune in next time for another episode of Purpose Over Pressure as we continue exploring the challenges athletes face.

In this episode, Kate Stone sits down with student-athlete Sydney Wise to talk about the mental side of sports and the pressure athletes often face. They explore how stress shows up during both games and practices, and how negative thoughts can impact performance and confidence. Sydney shares her personal experiences with anxiety and self-doubt, along with strategies she uses to manage those challenges. This conversation highlights the importance of staying grounded and remembering that performance does not define your identity.

Highlights:

• The difference between pressure during games and stress experienced at practice
• How negative self-talk can affect confidence and performance
• Practical strategies for managing anxiety and staying mentally strong as an athlete

Tune in next time for more conversations on finding purpose beyond pressure.

In this episode of Purpose Over Pressure, host Kate Stone is joined by dancer Anna Fry to explore how comparison shows up in sports and performance environments. They discuss why athletes naturally compare themselves to others and how this habit can impact confidence and mental health. The conversation also looks at whether comparison can ever be motivating and where it becomes harmful. Kate and Anna share insights on shifting focus toward personal growth and building a healthier mindset as an athlete.

Highlights:

• Why comparison is common among athletes and how it starts
• The impact of comparison on confidence and self-perception
• Practical ways to shift focus from others to your own growth

Tune in next time for more conversations on building confidence and staying grounded as an athlete.

In this trailer episode of Purpose over Pressure, Kate Stone introduces a podcast created for high school athletes who are balancing sports, school, and personal expectations. She highlights the often-overlooked mental and emotional struggles that come with being an athlete, including pressure, comparison, and burnout. The episode sets the stage for honest conversations about confidence, motivation, and identity beyond performance. Listeners are encouraged to focus on growth not just physically, but mentally and spiritually as well. 

Highlights:

• The hidden pressures and mental challenges student-athletes face
• Why your worth is bigger than your performance
• Learning to compete with purpose instead of pressure

Follow along and join us for the first full episode as we dive deeper into building confidence and resilience.