All Episodes
When The Cleats Come Off — 251 episodes
Bonnie Tholl and Carol Hutchins: What the elite of the ELITE are doing different
Duke Baxter: How to LOVE being a coach, and be pretty good at it
Kali Heivilin: Embrace who you are when you play the game
From College Baseball to Softball's Biggest Fan: Agent P's Mission to Impact the Next Generation
Rachel Becker: The most humble and consistent lead-off hitter of all time
2026 WCWS storylines, predictions, and how to LEARN the game while watching
The Joy Behind the Dominance with UCLA All-Time Great Jordan Woolery
THE BEST OF SEASON 5
Training Tools My Hitters Love—and Why They Work
Train Your Mind Like You Train Your Body: Body Mirroring, Gratitude & Visualization with Mental Performance Coach, Amanda Schaefer
Let’s recap World Series Game 7…shall we?!
Chris Vasami: Finding your non-negotiables as a player and leader
You become who you’re surrounded by
How your RECOVERY will help you reach peak performance
4 discoveries I’ve made in the cages lately
Rob Crews: Building a COMPLETE hitter
6 ways to attack your next practice
Taylor Shumaker: Freshman dominance and playing free
No journey is cookie cutter [Re-Air]
Trisha Hyde: Why softball needs more female coaches
10 things I miss most about travel ball
Gray Robertson: The voice of Alabama Softball
It’s not my time…
Erin Coffel: Even the best get BETTER
Alliance All-Star Game Recap!
Keirstin Roose: Overcoming hard things in pursuit of becoming your best self
Do it scared
Trust your instincts
Lilly Fecho: What a strong leader looks like on the field and beyond
10 minute post-game reflection
Cricket
Cydnee Schneider: Postseason bliss and finding joy when you compete
8 lessons the 2025 WCWS teams can teach us
Regionals 2025 recap and transfer portal madness
Dad Chats w/ Scott Burkhardt: How he’s “serving the game” as an umpire
Dad Chats: Raising three D1 athletes with Scott Burkhardt
Dad chats: Coaching experience and practice planning with Scott Burkhardt
Justin McLeod: Way too early D1 softball predictions, Part 2 of 2
Justin McLeod: Way too early D1 softball predictions, Part 1 of 2
An open letter to my first born…
Sports Performance Coach Paige Rose: From D1 softball pitching to the U.S. Marine Corps
How to practice to COMPETE at the plate (and beyond!)
Skylar Wallace: Mastering the voice inside your head
Morgan Stuart “The Real Work”: Failure can be a TOOL rather than a fear
Body Language: It matters more than you think
Jami Lobpries - Travel ball NEEDS to get back to this
A pulse of the D1 College Softball world right now…
Megan Rembielak (Meg Rem): Drills, drills, drills and getting the MOST out of your practices
Building a successful at-home practice SYSTEM to achieve your goals
Why I LOVE MLB Hall of Famer Ichiro Suzuki…and why you should too!
Kevin Shelton - Texas Glory Founder: From “softball dad” to creating high standards and a premier culture in travel ball
3 ways to increase your competitive edge in 2025
If at first you don’t succeed… (FINAL episode of Season 4!)
Anna Laible: From softball player to sports journalist at the Olympics
Parents - 3 things your daughter needs from you
How to effectively communicate with a college coach (over the phone!)
3 (easy) ways to work on baserunning in practice
[Re-Release] Delaney Spaulding: From ACL tear to an Olympic Silver Medalist
Your goals should have you OBSESSED - here’s why!
Coach Lindsey Nadler: Building confidence and a Mental Edge
Signs you may be a helicopter parent
Alex Storako: Playing with a chip on your shoulder
How to hit the high pitch (and other locations) better
Aubree Munro Watson: Softball is BACK in the Olympics in 2028 but…in Oklahoma City?
Hitting Mentality: Do’s and Don’ts
6 mentalities to help you stand out this summer (inspired by the WCWS)
Odicci Alexander: Women’s College World Series work ethic
JP Nerbun: How coaches can better work with sports parents, and create an extraordinary team culture Part 2 of 2
JP Nerbun: How coaches can better work with sports parents, and create an extraordinary team culture Part 1 of 2
Pre-game journaling, physical and mental preparation tips, how to work on the high pitch and more!
Justin McLeod: 2024 Postseason Predictions
Lizzy Ristano: Swing fundamentals and how to build your competitiveness
12 things I’ve learned about being a parent
Keke Tholl: Dominance and leadership behind the plate and in the box
Ever grateful.
Nicole Mendes: How to LOVE competing in the big moments and selflessly lead your team to Championships
5 ways to be a GREAT parent from the stands
Erin Coffel: Dreaming BIG, handling pressure effectively and what it truly takes to be the best at what you do!
You can let adversity define you or shape you (you choose!)
Amanda Scarborough: The life of a softball analyst
A little encouragement before tryouts
Kevin Hinde: Breaking the stigma of travel ball
Morgan Zerkle: The tough get tougher
5 reasons why college softball should be on your TV this weekend
Get to know how an umpire thinks with Pro Victor Canales
The key to boosting your athlete’s confidence and problem-solving skills
Donnie Danklefsen: Winning teams, cultures and leaders leave clues
5 hitting tips to make 2024 the best year yet at the plate!
Coach Carol Hutchins: The secret sauce to successful teams
Conquer your BIGGEST fear…& a BIG announcement!
How to consistently add mental toughness into your training
Asia Mape: How to enjoy the game more WITH your athlete
Make the most of your off season by doing this
7 lessons we all can learn from my Mom
Donna Papa: Coaching the art of outfield and baserunning, Part 2 of 2
Donna Papa: The key to consistent success as a leader, Part 1 of 2
12 valuable lessons I’ve learned from my Dad
Molly Fichtner: How to successfully re-build a program and build an outstanding culture
Dare to DREAM
Gaining the Mental Edge as a Hitter - Recording from “The Fearless Warrior Podcast” w/ Mental Performance Coach, Amanda Schaefer
6 ways to increase your chances of winning
Cat Osterman: How to find the right school FOR YOU!
Cat Osterman: An honest take on travel ball and building a great relationship with our athletes
5 easy ways to get more out of your training
6 years of GROWTH and CONSISTENCY
Patrick Murphy: Building leaders and a Championship culture
My Recruiting Story
Recruiting 101: Communicating with college coaches
Lane Farmer: Empower yourself by using your mind
10 ways to separate yourself from your competition
Kaitlyn McNally: Maximize performance through nutrition
EMBRACE THE SUCK
Sam Fischer: Where she thinks professional softball is headed, recruiting tips and why being softball obsessed is a GOOD THING
Master your mind, master your GAME!
Monica Abbott: “Rise and Shine” to your own greatness
I’m a mom!
The secret to overcoming perfectionism
Where I think professional softball is headed
Softball Pre-Game Confidence Meditation (10 min)
How to work on better timing at the plate
Coach Ballgame: How to make the game FUN again
How to make your thoughts HELP you rather than HURT you
Kally Vander Valk: Owning your opportunity
TRYOUTS! 10 ways to mentally prepare before “show time”
Erin Coffel: How she went from Midwest standout to All-American in the SEC
10 things to look for while watching college softball
Dr. Dot Richardson: How to lead with love and make your dreams become a reality
“Mamba Mentality” - How to become the best at what you do
Justin McLeod: What to expect this college softball season
30 pieces of advice I’d give my younger self
Anna Burkhardt: Being different is a good thing
They key to making your goals happen in 2023
Leah Amico: Living out the G.O.L.D. Standard
Sue Enquist: 3 timeless truths parents can use to help your athlete find success
No journey is cookie cutter
Kristina Burkhardt: How to be a leader by example
10 ways to know you’re with a great coach
Chris Vasami: Make the most of this off-season
3 proven ways to build confidence
You should be doing this practice WEEKLY!
Tori Vidales: How to stand out at first base and in the box!
5 ways to help balance being a student-athlete
Nicole Trimboli: How to stand out to coaches, build mental toughness and help get the most out of your athlete
10 softball secrets you should know!
Tori Vidales: Becoming an Olympian takes time
Jennifer Schwartz: Injury prevention and active recovery techniques
Hitting Conversations: Posture and loose arms
China McCarney: Arm Conditioning and Mental Training
Skylar Wallace: Speed kills - How to become an aggressive baserunner
10 skills dogs can teach us
Carol Hutchins: Building a winning legacy, Part 2 of 2
Carol Hutchins: Building a winning legacy, Part 1 of 2
DO NOT do these 5 things with your athlete
Dr. Amber Selking: Winning the Mental Game
Beth Zachary: How to coach your athlete and grow Champions
Lean into where you are
6 proven ways to elevate your game TODAY
Find your bird (focus)
10 things the 2022 Oklahoma Softball team taught us this season
8 ways to avoid mental fatigue & burnout with School Counselor Holly Hensley
5 ways to grow your game while watching the WCWS
Kevin DeShazo: Leadership, influence and how to “keep chopping wood”, Part 2 of 2
Kevin DeShazo: Leadership, influence and how to “keep chopping wood”, Part 1 of 2
Chelsea Suitos: The importance of authentically branding yourself on social media
Why mental health NEEDS to be a priority
Ashley Carter: How to be more confidently YOU
Gessica Garber “Huffy”: How creativity can help your game
Umpires are humans, too
Scott Burkhardt: What it’s like being a “softball dad”, Part 2 of 2
Scott Burkhardt: What it’s like being a “softball dad”, Part 1 of 2
LIVE Q&A: Handling pressure, bonding with new teammates
The time I hated softball
Erika Piancastelli: Always swing hard
Katie Cheadle: How to shift from anxiousness to confidence
Why you should be watching college softball
Kristina Burkhardt: Her “Last Dance” in college softball
Baserunning 101
Amanda Lorenz: How to get the MOST out of yourself in the box
10 things softball has taught me…
GOALS: It’s supposed to be hard…
Ben-Marvin Egel: A few things golf can teach us, Part 2 of 2
Ben-Marvin Egel: A few things golf can teach us, Part 1
10 hitting challenges to amp up your hitting
Jordan Taylor: Pitch calling and approach, Part 2 of 2
Jordan Taylor: Pitch calling and approach, Part 1 of 2
5 ways to build accountability with your athlete
Chase d’Arnaud - The importance of speed and sprint technique
Gratitude and a few hitting tips
Natasha Watley: Baserunning tips and why Japan is SO DOMINANT in softball
My 5 favorite hitting tools
Rachel Folden: How to master your swing and build a great relationship with your athlete (Part 2)
Rachel Folden: How to master your swing and build a great relationship with your athlete (Part 1)
5 things to work on this off season
Morgan Stuart: Master the art of knowing yourself
Lauren Haeger: Coaching travel ball, playing with confidence and pro experience
LIVE Q&A: Recruiting tips, addressing playing time, and more!
Kaylea Snaer: Unleash your potential with yoga and breath-work
Mary Murray: Building Team Culture and Prioritizing Mental Health
Season 2 Intro!
Season 1 FINALE!: Living The Olympic Dream
Cat Osterman: Greatness has no age limit
Chris Vasami: 5 Hitting Myths (PART 2)
Chris Vasami: 5 Hitting Myths (PART 1)
Tisha Mahon: Recruiting Talk Pt. 2 - Stand out on social media and at camps!
Become a complete hitter
The ultimate at-home hitting routine
Danielle Lawrie-Locke: Overcoming mom-guilt in pursuit of Olympic Gold
Katie Spada: How food can work FOR us and not against us!
Episode 42: The BEST coaches do these 4 things
Tisha Mahon: Recruiting Talk - Communication and Finding your WHY
Monica Abbott: Consistency over Intensity
Kendall Burton: “The Toughest Out”
Hitting tips: A faster way to make adjustments
Dr. Chris Carr - Green Bay Packers Director of Performance Psychology: Building Mental Toughness
Jade Hewitt: Softball's Greatest Hype Woman
AJ Andrews: How to Break Barriers and Take Names
“Home Run Roadmap - LIVE Coaching Call”
Chloe Maleski: The Importance of Mindfulness and Strength Training
Part 2 with Aubree Munro Watson: Leadership Behind the Plate, Identity Struggles, Athletes Unlimited and Church on the Dirt
Part 1 with Aubree Munro Watson: The Selflessness of Catching and the Road to the Olympic Dream
Natasha Watley: The Art of Slapping
How to Master “The Car Ride Home Talk”: Recorded Episode from the 951 Podcast with Kasey Lovell
Part 2 with Delaney Spaulding: Overcoming the Ultimate Injury
Part 1 with Delaney Spaulding: The Road to the Olympics
3 “little” things we NEED to start celebrating!
A SIT DOWN WITH MY ROLE MODEL - Caitlin Lowe
Amanda Scarborough: How to Become a More Confident Pitcher
3 Ways to Help Your Athlete Stay Motivated with CJ Beatty
3 Ways to Become More Positive
How What You Eat Affects Your Performance with Non-Diet Dietitian Katie Hake
Living the Pitching Dream with Pro Softball Player Haylie Wagner
Defense Wins Championships with TPD Co-Founder and National Champion Morgan Stuart
Why “Look good, feel good play good” actually works!
The Insensitive Tweet and Creation of “This is Us Softball” - Part 2 with 2x All-American and Pro Athlete Kiki Stokes
Playing for HOF Coaches and Building a Competitive Fire - Part 1 with 2x All-American and Pro Athlete Kiki Stokes
How to Stay Motivated Amidst the Chaos (Former Live Show April 20th)
Overcoming Adversity with Former Pro Baseball Player Chris Vasami
Part 2 - Softball is More Than Just a Game with HOF Coach Sue Enquist
Part 1 - Softball is More Than Just a Game with HOF Coach Sue Enquist
Am I Too Hard On My Athlete?
How to Be Your Biggest Critic AND Your Biggest Fan with Phillies Mental Skills Coach Hannah Huesman
How to Create a “Mental Edge” with Fearless Fastpitch Founder Amanda Schaefer
Athletes Unlimited Softball, Owning Your Swing, and Dealing with Internet “Trolls” with All-American and Professional Softball Athlete Sam Fischer
“Championship Mindset” with University of Oklahoma Softball’s Hitting Coach JT Gasso
The POWER of Optimism
Your Athlete Needs to be Versatile
10 Ways Athletes Can Work From Home
Why Your Athlete Needs a Role Model
Having a Goal is the Key To Everything
4 Qualities of Greatness
Welcome To When The Cleats Come Off