After playing for and being mentored by one of the greatest coaches in our time, Patrick Murphy, at Alabama, Molly Fichtner has “changed the game” for University of Louisiana Monroe Softball into being one of the most elite college playing environments in the country. Today, you’re going to learn what makes Molly such a great leader that her team LOVES playing for, what she does to work on her team’s culture, why Molly believes it’s the PEOPLE that make the PROGRAM and a lot more!

Learn more about the ULM Celebrity Softball Game - https://dugoutdigestsb.com/2023/10/18/a-little-slowpitch-a-little-banana-ball-and-a-lot-of-fun/ 

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Past episodes of WTCCO you might like:

• Ep. 146 - Patrick Murphy: Building Leaders and a Championship Culture - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000626922757 
• Ep. 25 - Amanda Scarborough: How to become a more confident pitcher - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000505260031 

Ep. 144 - Recruiting 101: Communicating with College Coaches - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000625365479

Today we're talking about the importance of having a dream, how to take your first steps to make it happen, and a little motivation to get you going!

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Past episodes of WTCCO you might like:

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 

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

Ep. 118: 3 TIMELESS truths parents can use to help your athlete find success - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000591469372

I recently was a guest on my good friend, Amanda Schaefer’s, BRAND NEW show called The Fearless Warrior Podcast and we pulled back the curtain about what to do when we find ourselves burnt out, some of our favorite mental skills to teach, how to basically “hack” confidence, the incredible role our families played in our careers and so much more! She was gracious enough to let me re-air this episode on my podcast for you to enjoy and I sure hope you do! 

Listen to The Fearless Warrior Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-fearless-warrior-podcast/id1702063074 

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Similar Episodes of When the Cleats Come Off:

Ep. 10 - How to create a “Mental Edge” with Fearless Fastpitch Founder, Amanda Schaefer - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000493159769  

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. 143 - Lane Farmer: How to empower yourself by using your mind - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000624620885

We all love winning, right? Well, even though we can’t control whether we win or lose, we CAN take advantage of a few things in our control and increase our chances of winning. Here are 6 relatively simple ways we can increase those chances.

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Previous Episodes Mentioned:

Ep. 141 - Kaitlyn McNally: Maximizing performance through nutrition - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000623149477 

Ep. 14: Part 2 - 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=1000496375249 

Ep. 146 - Patrick Murphy: Building leaders and a Championship culture - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000626922757 

Ep. 103 - Skylar Wallace: Speed Kills - how to become an aggressive baserunner - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000579409323 

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Cat not only played at the collegiate level but also COACHED there for several years and has a unique perspective on the recruiting world and how you can not only separate yourself from the rest, but also ENJOY this wild ride in the process. If you need help choosing the right school or the right level for you, or you just want a better idea of steps you need to take you’ve come to the right place!

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Similar episodes of When the Cleats Come Off:

Ep 149: Cat Osterman: An honest take on travel ball and building a strong relationship with your athlete - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000629344565 

Ep. 145 - My recruiting story - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000626177329 

Tisha Mahon: Recruiting talk - Communication and finding your WHY - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000521405654 

Tisha Mahon: Recruiting talk pt. 2 - Stand out on social media and at camps - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000526568932 

Recruiting 101: Communicating with college coaches - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000625365479

3x Olympian and 4x All-American, Cat Osterman, is BACK on the show this week (and next!) sharing a bit more of how she and her dad were a TEAM in pursuit of her big dreams, a bit of how retirement and mom life has been treating her lately,  and her honest take on the travel ball space and how we as coaches and parents can (and should!) make it a better environment for our athletes.

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SImilar Episodes of When the Cleats Come Off:

Cat Osterman: Greatness has no age limit - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000528817791 

Monica Abbott: Consistency over Intensity - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000520208534 

Part 1 with Delaney Spaulding: The Road to the Olympics - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000507614677 

If you’re looking for simple ways to get MORE out of the work you’re already putting in to get better to your game, buckle up, because today I’m giving you five easy ways to amp up your training and really start moving the needle on your potential.

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Learn some of my favorite Hitting Drills on my YouTube Channel - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmey7_LOSN8v5aW2uPWxQR-pYDc_nWvfM&si=762QJwANH0XymUpP 

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Past episodes of WTCCO you might like:

Ep. 135 - The secret to overcoming perfectionism - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000610678904 

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. 119 - Leah Amico: Living out the G.O.L.D standard - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000592301063

Let’s celebrate! No one gets to where they want to without a little consistency and for this 6 year Anniversary of Ashley B Training, I’m sharing with you 6 BIG MOVES that were hard, but essential to help us get to where we are…THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR BEING HERE and I hope this episode inspires you to keep following the dreams on your heart!

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Similar Episodes of When the Cleats Come Off:

Ep. 145 - My Recruiting Story - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000626177329 

Ep. 137 - Monica Abbott: “Rise and Shine” to your own greatness - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000619347269 

Ep. 5 - 10 ways your athlete can work from home - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000489219473

Alabama Sports Hall of Fame and National Championship Coach from the University of Alabama, Patrick Murphy joins us today for an epic conversation about leadership and the incredible culture he has built in Tuscaloosa under his tenure. Here, you’ll learn the story behind the word “Mudita” and why Alabama softball LIVES by it, the intangible skills he teaches his teams to ultimately become better PEOPLE outside of the white lines, the importance of selflessly owning your role and how both of those equate to championships…and this is just scratching the surface!

Download FREE recruiting checklist - https://www.ashleybtraining.com/recruitingchecklist 

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Past episodes of WTCCO you might like:

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 

“Championship Mindset” with University of Oklahoma Softball’s Coach JT Gasso - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000491508359 

Recruiting 101: Communicating with college coaches - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000625365479 

Everyone’s recruiting story is different (ask anyone who’s been recruited) but there's so much I’ve learned from others journeys that helped me navigate my own. Today, I’m sharing my college recruiting story from when I decided I wanted to play college ball, what steps I took to put me “on the map” and ultimately what made me choose my favorite University in the world.

Leave a review on apple podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274 

Similar episodes of When the Cleats Come Off:

Recruiting 101: Communicating with college coaches - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000625365479 

Tisha Mahon: Recruiting Talk - Stand out on social media and at camps! - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000526568932 

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 

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