Episode 12 – Kelli McGroarty on the Extra Reps, Positive Self-Talk, and the Art of Goal Scoring

From backyard sessions with her dad in New Jersey to becoming one of the top strikers in Australian football — this week on Futball Funda, we sit down with Kelli McGroarty for an inspiring conversation about resilience, mindset and the relentless pursuit of excellence.A former Gatorade New Jersey Player of the Year, NCAA Division I standout at La Salle University and University of Iowa, Kelli shares the journey that brought her from the United States to Australia's football scene, where she is now lighting up the NPL Victoria Women's as the league’s leading scorer for Essendon Royals SC. In this episode, Kelli opens up about:⚽ Growing up training with her dad and developing a striker’s mentality⚽ Battling injuries, poor sleep and self-doubt during crucial moments in her career⚽ How positive self-talk changed her game and mindset⚽ Why extra reps and consistency separate good players from great players⚽ Adapting to football culture in Australia and embracing life in Melbourne⚽ What young players can do right now to improve their finishing and confidenceKnown for her relentless work rate, clutch goals and elite mentality, Kelli delivers valuable insights for players, parents and coaches involved in grassroots football development.Whether you’re chasing your football dream, coaching the next generation or simply love hearing the stories behind elite athletes, this episode is packed with practical lessons and inspiration.🎧 Listen now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.📲 Follow Futball Funda for more conversations with players, coaches and football minds shaping the future of the game.