The Game of Life 247

Controlling emotion is a huge part of competing and anger may be at the top. Alli and Paul discuss what makes you angry and does it make you better or worse? How do you use it as a catalyst for better performance?

Alli and Paul discuss how the goal in anything is growth. Be open to feedback and trying new things when what you are currently doing, isn't working. "There is no one way and lessons learned should never be territorial to one coach, player or style."

Alli and Paul discuss the dynamic of talent and hard work and the role each play in determining long term success, in not only one's sport, but in life. "Regardless of the short term outcome, hard work is NEVER for NOTHING."

Alli and Paul discuss the intent, vulnerabilty and outcomes, in regard to the dynamic of player/parent dugouts.

Success can be tough to measure. If it is an outcome you always reach, you may not be challenging yourself enough. Set your goals too high and and it can be discouraging. Mixing long term vision with short term measuring points, is the most consistent way to measure gains. The best time to start, yesterday. The next best time, today.

Alli and Paul discuss the positives and benefits of playing high school softball. It is not better than travel ball, just different. "Anytime you compete, there are life lessons."

Sarah is a former SEC standout and current professional softball player. We discuss her theory of getting 1% better and how doing the little things and being a good teammate, are the keys to her successes, on and off of the field. "Make working hard, your normal".

The short -term consequences of poor communication always leads to long term issues. Alli and Paul discuss how accountability of yoursleves and teammates makes all the difference.....eeven though sometimes, you may "just need a minute."

Alli and Paul discuss how these two words are a cornerstone to successful people and growth, whether it's family, athletics or a career.

Social Media is information overload. You must have balance and perspective, in order to deal with it in atheltics. How are you using social media? To be better or bitter? For solutions or sympathy? To network or hate? Alli and Paul share their thoughts.

The McKnight sisters add perspective not only on their athetic journey, but that fact they pursued it with their best friend. Youth, the recruitment process and D1 soccer, they discuss injuries, expectations, the challenges and of course life after graduation. Check out their new podcast as well, " ⁠Recently Retired⁠ ".

Jealousy is often a barrior to growth in both sports and life. Alli and Paul discuss ways to overcome it. There is no cap on the amount of joy one can feel.

Edith Gallagher, head softball coach at Mansfield University, discusses how the game gives us so much, should never define you and can be a solid foundation for a successful life after you are done playing.

Alli and Paul kick off season 2 with one of their favorite topics. How you do anything, is how you do anything and if you are not changing, you are choosing.

Alli and Paul discuss the first year of the podcast, how they have grown and the impact it has had on their communities. "We don't do it for the likes, we do it because we love the process."

Alli discusses how the ups and downs of her journey were all part of who she has become. "You have to work hard, be grateful and actually find the joy in what you are working towards."

Coach Chinny discusses how to find your why and seek growth by having non-negotiables to help in the process. "Comparison is the thief of joy."

Abby is present in all she does, committing to every moment. In her eyes, it is the only way to live your best life. "Feeling the feels", means no regrets.

Alli and Paul discuss how communication and the timing of discussions, makes or breaks the relationships between coaches, players and parents.

Bailey discusses her dream to play softball at Alabama, the process, ups and downs, coaching and her future in helping others know their own worth. "It's time to give back to the game I love."

Austin Teets, a strength and conditioning coach in the Tampa Bay Rays organization, discusses his journey, thoughts on properly training in sports and his decision to pursue a career in baseball.

Comfort zones are difficult in that they are different for everyone. You have to learn to consistently live outside of yours, for any real growth to take place.

Business owner and podcast host Matt Hufnagel, discusses how consistency and discipline through sports, can be used to build businesses and careers. "All athletes stop playing at some point, then what?"

Matt discusses his Lacrosse journey and how the adversity, hard work and ups/downs, has led him to be a full time coach at Goaliesmith (click to find out more) . "Trust that your path is what it's supposed to be."

Alli and Paul discuss how understanding the difference in maintaining a busy schedule versus creating value through a productive schedule, can make a world of difference.