The BEST hitters I know really put and emphasis on the little (and sometimes boring) elements of their training which is the exact reason why they are the best. Here are 5 of what I believe are some of the most important things you can be doing this off-season to make this spring/summer your best yet at the plate!

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Past episodes of WTCCO you might like:

Ep. 120 - They key to making your goals happen in 2023 - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000593651079 

Ep. 162 - Conquer your BIGGEST fear…and a big announcement! - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000639791718

Everyone wants to be a part of a successful team, but not everyone is willing to work for it. Learn from 2005 National Champion and the winningest coach in Division 1 softball, Carol Hutchins, what she’s seen the most successful players and teams do that set themselves apart from the rest. 

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Past episodes of WTCCO you might like:

Ep. 100 - Carol Hutchins: Building a Winning Legacy, Part 1 of 2 - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000577170651

Ep. 101 - Carol Hutchins: Building a Winning Legacy, Part 2 of 2 - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000577893113 

Ep. 13 - Softball is more than just a game w/ HOF Coach Sue Enquist, Part 1 of 2 - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000495523376 

What’s your biggest fear? For most athletes it’s letting our teammates down that gets us stuck in a negative mindset which ends up hurting our performance. Today, I’m hanging with my good friend and Founder of Fearless Fastpitch, Amanda Schaefer, and we’re talking about how to conquer that big fear, own what makes you, YOU and learn the biggest key to repeating our successes. And stay tuned for a HUGE announcement I’ve been keeping secret (that you’re the FIRST to know about!)

Everything you need to know about becoming a Virtual Hitting Academy VIP! - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/virtual-hitting-academy-2-0 

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Past episodes of WTCCO you might like:

Ep. 152 - Gaining the mental edge as a hitter: Recording from the Fearless Warrior Podcast w/ Mental Performance Coach, Amanda Schaefer - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000631703797 

In order to feel more prepared and relaxed for games, we NEED to make our practices tougher. Today, I’m sharing a conversation I had with my VIrtual Hitting Academy members going over some of my favorite mental challenges to intentionally add into your practice that will help you build your mental grit and resilience to help prepare you for the big pressure moments in games.

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Past episodes of WTCCO you might like:

Ep. 95 - 6 proven ways to elevate your game TODAY - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000568079797 

Ep. 105 - Hitting Conversations: Posture and loose arms - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000580877485 

Ep. 148 - 5 easy ways to get more out of your training - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000628542097 

We all want to do what’s best for our athletes and today’s guest is no exception. Learning from her mistakes as a sports parent with her daughter (as you may have read in her viral blog “My daughter quit sports and this is what youth sports parents need to know”), Award Winning Sports Journalist, Asia Mape, is sharing some of the do’s and don’ts she’s learned on her journey with three athletic daughters to help parents enjoy watching their athlete play rather than potentially hurt their experience.

“I Love to Watch You Play” Website - https://ilovetowatchyouplay.com/ 

Blogs Mentioned in the episode:

My daughter quit sports and this is what youth sports parents need to know -  https://ilovetowatchyouplay.com/2023/01/27/my-daughter-quit-sports-and-this-is-what-youth-sports-parents-need-to-know/ 

Why it sucks to be a parent of a good athlete - https://ilovetowatchyouplay.com/2015/09/29/why-it-sucks-to-be-the-parent-of-a-good-athlete/ 

How To Set Boundaries When You And Your Child Love The Same Sport - https://ilovetowatchyouplay.com/2023/09/28/how-to-set-boundaries-when-you-and-your-child-love-the-same-sport/ 

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Past episodes of WTCCO you might like:

Ep. 155 - 12 valuable lessons I’ve learned from my Dad - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000634108550 

Ep. 158 - 7 lessons we all can learn from my Mom - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000636878126 

Ep. 99 - DO NOT do these 5 things with your athlete - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000576327234 

Some people will make the most of their off season by honing in on their skills while others will sit back and “hope for the best”. Don’t be the second one. Today you’ll learn how to make your training as efficient as you can while also getting to enjoy the process of getting better.

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Single-tasking neuroscientist article link - https://blog.rescuetime.com/single-tasking/#:~:text=enjoy%20your%20work.-,Focusing%20on%20one%20thing%20at%20a,you'll%20get%20more%20done&text=But%20multitasking%20and%20context%20switching,doing%20meaningful%20and%20difficult%20work 

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Past episodes of WTCCO like this one:

Ep. 11 - How to be your biggest critic AND your biggest fan with Phillies Mental Skills Coach, Hannah Huesman - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000493866856 

Ep. 65 - Chase d’Arnaud - The importance of speed and sprint technique - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000543582567 

Ep. Ep. 124 - “Mamba Mentality” - How to become the best at what you do - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000598664016 

Since Dad got his own episode about him a few weeks ago for his Birthday, I thought mom should get a surprise episode about how incredible she is, too! Here are 7 lessons my mom has taught my sisters and I, including why we should be prioritizing experiences and what “work hard, play hard” actually means at our house. 

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Past episodes of WTCCO you might like:

Ep. 155 - 12 valuable lessons I’ve learned from my Dad - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000634108550 

Ep. 2 - 4 Qualities of Greatness - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000487146537 

Ep. 121 - Anna Burkhardt:Being different is a good thing -  ​https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000595139901 

Coach P is back this week sharing her passion for outfield and how she focused on angles, reads, first steps, creating an “all out mentality” for the last line of defense and more along with some encouragement for teaching baserunners how to be aggressive, yet smart!

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Similar episodes of WTCCO:

Ep. 156 - Donna Papa: The key to consistent success as a leader, Part 1 of 2 - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000634876740 

Ep. 76 - Kristina Burkhardt: Her “last dance” in college softball - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000551243459 

Ep. 13 - Part 1 - Softball is more than just a game with HOF Coach Sue Enquist -  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000495523376

You don’t have a credible 38 year career at a Power 5 University which includes  a Hall of Fame induction under your belt without taking your role as a Head Coach seriously. Newly retired UNC Softball Head Coach, Donna Papa, is sharing with us the biggest lessons she’s learned throughout the years about team culture, leadership, the devotion she had to working on her craft, the qualities of the great teams she’s had and so much more.  

Leave your review of When the Cleats Come Off on Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274 

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Similar episodes of WTCCO:

Carol Hutchins: Building a winning legacy, Part 1 of 2 - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000577170651 

Kristina Burkhardt: How to be a leader by example - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000590123460 

Part 1 - Softball is more than just a game with HOF Coach Sue Enquist -  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000495523376

My dad was my first ever hero and today you’re going to learn 12 reasons why. These lessons have a lot to do with softball but a whole lot more to do with LIFE and being a good person. Happy Birthday, Dad. :)

Check out the Always Grind 365 Coaches Notebooks - https://alwaysgrind365.com/collections/coaches/products/coachs-game-logs

“The incredible things my first travel ball team taught me” - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/blog/travel%20ball

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Past episodes of WTCCO you might like:

Ep. 83 - Scott Burkhardt: What it’s like being a “softball dad”, Part 1 of 2 - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000555670125 

Ep. 83 - Scott Burkhardt: What it’s like being a “softball dad”, Part 1 of 2 - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000556426432 

Ep. 116 - Kristina Burkhardt: How to be a leaders by example - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000590123460 

Ep. 121 - Anna Burkhardt:Being different is a good thing -  ​https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000595139901