The Athlete's Mindset

From Omaha to the big leagues—Max Anderson’s journey is one of relentless work and a winning mentality. In this episode of The Athlete’s Mindset, Max shares his path from the University of Nebraska, where he became a 1st Team All-Big Ten and 2nd Team All-American, to getting drafted by the Detroit Tigers in the 2nd round of the 2023 MLB Draft. We dive into the mindset that has fueled his success, the lessons he’s learned along the way, and his approach to continuous growth as he climbs the professional ranks. Don't miss this insight into the mentality of an elite athlete chasing his dream!

In this episode of The Athlete’s Mindset, I’m joined by Nick Brink, a right-handed pitcher from Portland, Oregon, who overcame a season-ending injury in his sophomore year at the University of Portland. Despite the setback, Nick rebounded to become a First-Team All-Conference pitcher two years in a row and earned a 7th-round draft selection by the Miami Marlins. We discuss the mindset it takes to push through adversity, the importance of staying confident under pressure, and the lessons Nick learned while rehabbing and refining his game. Tune in to hear how resilience, dedication, and a strong support system helped Nick pave his way to pro ball!

In this first episode ofThe Athlete’s Mindset, I sit down withSam Stuhr, a right-handed pitcher from Portland, Oregon. After a standout season at the University of Portland—where he earnedSecond Team All-WCC honors—Sam was drafted in the5th round of the 2024 MLB Draft by the Oakland Athletics.

We dive intothe mental side of baseball, including how he battled through adversity, learned to embrace failure, and developed the mindset needed to compete at the highest level. Sam shares hisjourney from college ball to pro ball, the challenges of transitioning to the next level, and the lessons he’s learned along the way.

If you’re an athlete, coach, or just someone looking for insight into the mental game, this episode is for you.Tune in now on Spotify & YouTube!

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