The Mental Mettle Podcast

Craig Lambert was the Chief Sportswriter for Harvard Magazine for 26 years, so he knows a thing or two about high-level Student-Athletes.   Now he is using that experience to write his new book "The Signature Game" which helps young athletes learn to play their game in their way, despite what modern analytics and "best practices" say are best for a young athlete.

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Margaret Lehr was the IHSA female wrestler in Illinois.  She knows her toughness is due to this intentional adversity in her youth and she now preaches that idea to her athletes at Normal West High School.

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This episode stands as a heartfelt tribute to the memory of Dylan Bazzell and Drew Fehr, whose lives were tragically cut short in an accident on March 20, 2023. Darin Bazzell, not only the father of Dylan but also the coach of Drew, reminisces about their vibrant lives and the positive impact they left behind. In the wake of this devastating loss, Darin has courageously sought ways to navigate forward while upholding the cherished memories of his sons.   I sincerely hope this episode helps him do that.

"Just keep living", that's what doctors told Savannah Jost to do when she was diagnosed with Lymphoma during her Freshman year of high school.   So she did.  She kept playing the same way she always had.  She faced every game and every obstacle in a spirited and resilient way.   A true example of mental mettle! 

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Mental Mettle Coaching specializes in providing comprehensive mental performance coaching services to athletes and teams. In addition, The Mental Mettle Academy offers online classes designed for parents and coaches seeking to enhance their understanding and skills. To discover more about both these offerings, please visit our website.
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Jeff Henry has spent over 30 years coaching multiple high school sports at Rockridge High School.   He knows something about athletes, mentality, and the benefits of being a multiple sport athlete.  If you are unsure what to tell your athlete in today's specialized word, listen to this episode.  

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Reggie is a former Marine Corps Martial Arts instructor, BJJ purple belt, and owner of Embrace Process, a non-profit Jiu-Jitsu program for at-risk kids.  From personal experience, he knows that a growth mindset is the key for many kids in tough situations.  Jiu Jitsu can create that growth mindset. 

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An absolute legend, Coach Kearns is thought to be the first woman to both play and coach in the NCAA tournament, and she did it all for Millikin University, an NCAA Division 3 school in Decatur, IL.   In her coaching career, she won 548 games, 11 CCIW conference titles, and one National Championship.  She is one of the most competitive, successful, respected, and loved coaches I have ever met.   You don't accomplish all of that without having the right mindset.  

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CrossCheck:  COACHING (tammybarlette.com)

Athena's Voice: Tammy "G." Barlette — Athena's Voice (athenasvoiceusa.com)

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Meet Megan Gilmore, a former athlete, author, and the brains behind Lark's Song. Trust me, she's the go-to for all things athletics, well-being, and coaching—she's been there and done that.

But for those who haven't experienced coaching, it might seem a bit too "woo-woo," like some magical stuff that's not practical for everyday progress. Spoiler alert: that's far from the truth. Let's ditch the "woo-woo" and learn how well-being and coaching can be down-to-earth and seriously beneficial in your life, especially if you're an athlete or coach looking to up your game.