Key Takeaways:Importance of the mental side of sports: the use of positive self-talk, meditation, and visualization.Injuries happen; make sure to listen to your body if you are hurt or injured.You’re a great player, maybe just in the wrong system.Setbacks happen; it’s up to you how you let them affect you, positively or negatively.

I interviewed my close friend Al Cooper, a former D2 student-athlete who is now Real Estate and Entrepreneur.We talked about:His college Journey on how he found his passion for Real EstateImportance of Time ManagementWorking to get 1% better each dayDealing with criticsFollow Al on Instagram social media: @alcooper11_Linkedin: Al CooperPlease leave a 5-star review and let me know what other topics you want to tackle!

Key Takeaways: Challenges international athletes face at new place Student Athlete development creating programing for team building. American athlete curious about learning new cultures commonalities Coaches creating a player focused culture Thank you for listening leave a 5 star review and let me know of any aspect of being a student athlete you want me to dive into more!

I interviewed my close friend Brandon Scoffield, a former D1 student-athlete who is now a micro influencer.We talked about:His collegiate soccer journeyHis journey of building his personal brand.Tips to start your personal brandCommon mistakes people make when building their personal brandThe importance of consistency and discipline Follow Brandon's social media: @Triples.17 on all social media platforms.Please leave a 5-star review and let me know what other topics you want to tackle!

In today's episode, we are going to speak about dealing with coaches.They have one of the biggest influences on your sport, and that is your parents.Articles say coaches are one of the main reasons athletes leave the sport.importance for athletes to understand your relationship or thoughts towards your coach can change everything. How you play, how you show up!not be afraid to speak up and ask for clarification or understanding on why he did certain things.Key takeaways:Your thoughts and mentality are ultimately what shape you. What information can you learn from your coach to make you a better person and player? 

My story of how I made it to play college soccer. Goal to build commonality sharing my past.Key Takeaways: Enjoy playing your sport and be competitiveNever complain Consistent with emails Belief that you will play in college.