When The Cleats Come Off
Hey! I’m Ashley Burkhardt, a Midwest girl who lived out her dream of becoming a D1 softball player and, later, a professional athlete. SO MANY parents ask me how my parents were able to raise THREE daughters to become D1 athletes, and I truly believe it wasn’t a coincidence. I’m ready to share with you a little bit of how WE did it (from the car-ride home conversations to traveling 4 hours a week to lessons!) and give you some tips and tricks to help your daughter reach her dreams. I’m eager to...
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Episodes (489)
[Re-Release] Delaney Spaulding: From ACL tear to an Olympic Silver Medalist
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Your goals should have you OBSESSED - here’s why!
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Coach Lindsey Nadler: Building confidence and a Mental Edge
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Signs you may be a helicopter parent
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Alex Storako: Playing with a chip on your shoulder
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How to hit the high pitch (and other locations) better
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Aubree Munro Watson: Softball is BACK in the Olympics in 2028 but…in Oklahoma Ci...
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Hitting Mentality: Do’s and Don’ts
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6 mentalities to help you stand out this summer (inspired by the WCWS)
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Odicci Alexander: Women’s College World Series work ethic
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JP Nerbun: How coaches can better work with sports parents, and create an extrao...
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JP Nerbun: How coaches can better work with sports parents, and create an extrao...
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Pre-game journaling, physical and mental preparation tips, how to work on the hi...
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Justin McLeod: 2024 Postseason Predictions
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Lizzy Ristano: Swing fundamentals and how to build your competitiveness
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12 things I’ve learned about being a parent
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Keke Tholl: Dominance and leadership behind the plate and in the box
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Ever grateful.
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Nicole Mendes: How to LOVE competing in the big moments and selflessly lead your...
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5 ways to be a GREAT parent from the stands
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Erin Coffel: Dreaming BIG, handling pressure effectively and what it truly takes...
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You can let adversity define you or shape you (you choose!)
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Amanda Scarborough: The life of a softball analyst
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A little encouragement before tryouts
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Kevin Hinde: Breaking the stigma of travel ball
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Morgan Zerkle: The tough get tougher
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5 reasons why college softball should be on your TV this weekend
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Get to know how an umpire thinks with Pro Victor Canales
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The key to boosting your athlete’s confidence and problem-solving skills
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Donnie Danklefsen: Winning teams, cultures and leaders leave clues
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5 hitting tips to make 2024 the best year yet at the plate!
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Coach Carol Hutchins: The secret sauce to successful teams
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Conquer your BIGGEST fear…& a BIG announcement!
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How to consistently add mental toughness into your training
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Asia Mape: How to enjoy the game more WITH your athlete
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Make the most of your off season by doing this
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7 lessons we all can learn from my Mom
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Donna Papa: Coaching the art of outfield and baserunning, Part 2 of 2
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Donna Papa: The key to consistent success as a leader, Part 1 of 2
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12 valuable lessons I’ve learned from my Dad
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Molly Fichtner: How to successfully re-build a program and build an outstanding...
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Dare to DREAM
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Gaining the Mental Edge as a Hitter - Recording from “The Fearless Warrior Podca...
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6 ways to increase your chances of winning
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Cat Osterman: How to find the right school FOR YOU!
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Cat Osterman: An honest take on travel ball and building a great relationship wi...
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5 easy ways to get more out of your training
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6 years of GROWTH and CONSISTENCY
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Patrick Murphy: Building leaders and a Championship culture
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My Recruiting Story
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