Guest: Lindsay Aho - Head Men and Women’s Golf Coach at Concordia University

For a student athlete, it can seem like everything is about getting to the next level, whether that be making the varsity team, getting offers from other schools, or even making it to the pros. Because of this, it is easy to neglect the mental, emotional, and physical skills that will actually prepare us for that next level. This week, Carrie sits down with Lindsay Aho, a 2 time All-American from Concordia University, to discuss this important aspect of student athletics. Join us as they discuss how parents can plan for their athletes' success in both sports and life in general.

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Its hard to believe that we are already on our tenth episode of this podcast. Many of you don't even know who I am. This week, instead of an interview, I decided to tell my story and give you a little more information about why I do what I do.

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Guest: Rocky Vitale – Coach, Lambrick Park Academy

The game has elevated past surface level knowledge of the game. “Game IQ,” how much you know about your sport, is now an essential aspect of being a successful athlete. But where do you start? Rocky Vitale is a coach from Lambrick Park Academy who focuses on just that with his players. In this episode, he shares what you can do to improve your sports knowledge and enhance your performance.

Guest: Chris Gissell - Former MLB Pitcher

Youth sports is no longer throwing the ball around at the Little League field and having ice cream after the game. It has become big business and highly competitive, and many young athletes find themselves lost trying to navigate this new youth sports culture. Chris Gissell identifies some of the best ways to help parents and athletes have the best overall experience and performance.

Guest: Tony Overstake – University of Oregon Chaplain

Faith often gets swept under the rug in the world of sports. It’s as if people don’t know how to combine the two. The truth is they can be a great partnership in helping athletes reaches a higher level. Tony Overstake has been a chaplain at the University of Oregon for eight years and started Fellowship of Christian Athletes on the campus 17 years ago. Hear how his ministry supports one of the best athletic departments in the country.

Guest: Emily Kosderka - Portland State Athletic Trainer

Concussions have become increasingly talked about in sports. Oftentimes, after an athlete sustains a concussion, they are unaware of the proper steps to get back to the field quickly and safely. Many families are not prepared to manage the impact a brain injury can have on their child’s mood and development. Emily Kosderka talks in depth about concussion recovery and best practices to help athletes return to play safely and how to manage possible mood changes during the recovery process.

Guest: Al Mendiola - Head Softball Coach College of Idaho

Many youth athletes choose to walk away from sports in their early teens. One of the primary reasons for this is the immense pressure and inappropriate criticism they receive from parents and coaches. Al Mendiola talks about the drive home after a sporting event. He gives great advice on how to make the best of the drive by engaging their athlete in a positive way.

Guest: Caroline Inglis - LPGA Golfer

In team sports, athletes get to lean, uplift, and motivate each other to be the best they can be. However, individual sports like golf do not have this advantage. Golf requires you to be alone with yourself on those long walks between shots. Caroline Inglis joins us to give her insight on different ways to focus, mental preparation off the course, and how to face high-pressure situation.

Guest: Angela Howard – Director of Mental Health at His Heart Foundation

Our culture conditions athletes to deal with emotional issues on their own. The stigma attached with getting help often deters them from seeking a counselor. Angela Howard discusses the benefits and the process of counseling, and how an athlete’s performance. She also talks about the importance of breaking down the stigma attached to talking about mental health.

Guest: Alex Marten - University of Kentucky Softball All American

With the influx of COVID-19, the world of sports was quickly put on lock down. Thousands of athletes saw their seasons end with no warning. Alex Marten talks about the ending of her senior year at University of Kentucky. She addresses the grief of losing a sports season, the blessings, and ways to use the off time to one’s advantage.