The Mindset Experience®

Leah Jantzen grew up playing multiple sports but never felt like she really pushed herself. After 4 children, she reconnected with fitness at the age of 40. Two years later, she ran her first marathon and a few years later qualified for Ironman Triathlon in Kona, Hawaii in 2020. Due to circumstances out of her control, the biggest race of her life has been postponed for two years. She discusses her ongoing training process, navigating the mental/emotional challenges through this process while managing life as a mother, guidance counselor, coach and endurance athlete by “showing up every day. “ In a few short weeks, she will finally be able to complete her “unfinished business” while raising money and awareness for The Hidden Opponent, an organization dedicated to mental health and awareness of student athletes.

@leahjantzen, @thehiddenopponent

At the age of ten, a boating accident led to the unthinkable for a young athlete: the amputation of his right leg. His parents showed him empathy but also set his perspective for the future helping him believe he could be an Olympic Champion. Today, Jack Wallace is a 2X Paralympic Gold Medalist and 2X World Champion in Sled Hockey. He is also setting his sights on Sprint Kayak for the Paris 2024 Olympics. When he is not competing or training, he is a mentor/counselor at Camp No Limits, which introduced him to sled hockey as a child. His mindset is all about maximizing experiences and his mantra is, “You get out what you put in.”

@jwallace_usa

Growing up in Dallas Texas where lacrosse was not well recognized, Meg Carney combined her work ethic with a chip on her shoulder to prove she can hang with anyone becoming a 2019 Gold Medalist for Team USA and a multiple time All American at one of the top programs in the nation. She has navigated several severe injuries that caused her to miss playing time but has turned each obstacle into an opportunity to learn, surround herself with good people, support younger players and truly commit to always improve. Her motto and advice to younger players is simple, “Instead of proving others wrong, prove yourself right!”

@megcarney22, @fitandfoodwith22, @cusewlax

James Boria is a former collegiate baseball player, gym owner, functional strength coach and endurance athlete who is currently training to become the first ever person to complete the first ever bear crawl ultra marathon, 31 miles through the streets of NYC. Through this feat, James is bringing awareness and raising money for “The Hidden Opponent,” a non-profit who supports athletes and their mental health. His personal story included neglecting his mental health, forgetting who he was and struggling with performance until he made the choice to be proud of failure, rewrite his own story and create a new life.

@james.boria, @thehiddenopponent

Kayla Treanor is a 2X World Champion, 2X All-World Team Selection, All time leading scorer in USA lacrosse history, 4X NCAA All American, 3X Tewaaraton Finalist and Head Coach for Syracuse Women’s Lacrosse. She has also failed to achieve her dreams several times experiencing the reality of humility. Growing up, her parents never forced her to play even though she almost quit several times. Her college coach, Gary Gait invested fully in her and showed her the power of ultimate belief. Over her career, she has learned not to be afraid to dominate, avoid comparison with others, and the importance of being herself. She chooses to prioritize passion, hard work and appreciation and always encourages her athletes to “play with joy in their hearts.” 

@kaylatreanor, @cusewlax, @usa_wlax

Haylie Wagner is a professional softball player who received her bachelors and masters in social work from the University of Michigan where she was 2012 unanimous Big Ten Pitcher and Freshman of the Year, 4x Big-Ten Champ, 2x All-American, 2015 WCWS Runner-up and All-Tournament Team. Her growth and confidence evolved from giving up her pride, accessing support, trusting the process, and facing her fears.  Her mindset is to stay focused, keep life simple and connect with the fans. She plays not just for herself, but for her family, loved ones she has lost, those struggling with mental illness and the future generations of female athletes.

@haywags17, @auprosoftball, @auprosports

Dave Pietramala is the only person in the history of college lacrosse to win a Division I national championship as both a player and a head coach. His accomplishments also include 2X defenseman of the year, most outstanding player of the year, most wins in Johns Hopkins history and National Lacrosse Hall of Fame. What really separates him is his love for competing and his focus on the fundamentals, discipline and relationships. His mindset is to “be great at the things that don’t take any talent.” He is successful because he was well trained on knowledge, delivery and transparency.

Maddy Price is a professional track and field athlete (400m) and Canadian Olympian in the Women's 4x400m relay. Off the track, she is a mentor to female athletes, a motivational speaker, an athlete mental health advocate, and a lover of all things food, camping, and travel. Her road to Tokyo was filled with uncertainty as she dealt with recovering from foot surgery with only 12 months to the Olympics, the global pandemic, and losing her dad to cancer just 6 months after missing the Rio 2016 Olympic Team. Despite the odds, she helped lead the Canadian Women’s 4x400m Relay team to a 4th place finish, just narrowly missing the podium and a Canadian record by six-tenths of a second. Far more important than the accomplishment of becoming an Olympian is how she approached the process... with a gritty and “day by day” attitude. 

@maddypriceless, maddyprice.net, voiceinsport.com

Sam Swart did not grow up in a lacrosse hotbed, did not specialize in one sport and never restricted herself to one group. Rather, her mindset to be intentionally free, creative and have fun has enabled her to be 2 sport NCAA athlete, All-American, and member of Team USA lacrosse. She prioritizes what is most important to her while supporting everyone around her. She has trained herself to believe that each experience is the best experience ever! Her mission is simple: Live with no regrets and make sure that the 12-year-old version of yourself will always be proud.

@samswart1

Meaghan Tyrrell is a 2022 Tewaaraton Finalist, 2X NCAA All-American, 2022 World Games Team USA member and Team Captain of Syracuse Women’s Lacrosse. She dominates on the field but her attitude and approach is what really sets her apart. Whether it was choosing her sport, the position she plays or making it to the highest level, her mindset is simple. She decides that, “I want to do it.” Her focus on meditation, visualization and breathing into her daily training has allowed her to master the ability to turn it on at the most critical moments without overthinking, thinking at all, or simply singing “Gary’s Song” from Sponge Bob in her head!

@meaghanntyrrell, @cusewlax