Unlocked: Mental Performance, Physical Results

While waiting on his eighth-grade daughter’s athletic training session, Eric watched a group of 3 and 4 year-olds being run through technical soccer cone drills by a paid instructor while parents watched from folding chairs. In this episode of Unlocked , Eric dives into the multibillion-dollar youth sports machine, the weaponization of parental FOMO, and the developmental dangers of trading free p...

Have you ever seen a talented athlete or a hard-working employee suddenly lose their way? It is easy to label someone as having an attitude problem, but the truth is often much deeper than a simple character flaw. In this episode of Unlocked, Coach Eric explores why we need to stop blaming individuals and start looking at the environments they are standing in. Whether it is a locker room, a corpor...

As the season kicks off, Coach Eric tackles the strangest contradiction in high school sports: football is the program the anti-sports crowd loves to hate, and they've got real reasons — the resources it eats, the time it demands, the old-school culture it still clings to, the injuries. But it's also the one thing at most schools that pulls in almost everybody, from the marching band and cheer squ...

Is daddy ball really the problem in youth sports, or is it something much deeper that we all face in everyday life? In this video, Coach Eric takes on one of the most controversial topics on social media to uncover the truth about favoritism and politics. ⚾️ The term daddy ball is often used as a curse word, but the reality is that personal biases exist everywhere, from the baseball field to the...

Is your family feeling the pressure of travel ball tryout season? Whether you are aiming for an elite national team or a local grassroots program, understanding the behind the scenes process is the key to surviving the summer. ⚾️🥎 In this deep dive, Coach Eric breaks down the entire tryout experience from the perspective of players, parents, and coaches. We explore the standard drill rotations,...

Are you reaching your full potential, or is your capacity being limited by things you cannot see? In this episode, Coach Eric shares a massive personal landmark: the completion of his new book and workbook series, Capacity. Learn how to identify the invisible barriers holding you back and how to start clearing the path to your peak mental performance. Today we are talking about the difference betw...

Open door or closed door policy? What is your communication policy with your team? What is your comfort level in communicating with your coach? Coach Eric has 20 years of coaching experience. He is a certified Master Practitioner, Mental Performance Certified, and has a B.S. from Ohio University. His coaching approach involves skill training, philosophy, and ranting... because sometimes you have t...

When you are asked about your goals, do you dream big or play it safe? Are you humble or too humble? Do you know the difference? Coach Eric talks about a recent sit-down with a baseball coach and teaches you to dream big. Coach Eric has 20 years of coaching experience. He is a certified Master Practitioner, Mental Performance Certified, and has a B.S. from Ohio University. His coaching approach in...

Injuries are part of the game, but they don't have to be the end. Coach Eric give you the quick hit you need to get back into the game. Coach Eric has 20 years of coaching experience. He is a certified Master Practitioner, Mental Performance Certified, and has a B.S. from Ohio University. His coaching approach involves skill training, philosophy, and ranting... because sometimes you have to say wh...

While watching a couple of post-grad teams play baseball, I noticed a difference in the on-field stress levels compared to high school and travel ball. Coach Eric has 20 years of coaching experience. He is a certified Master Practitioner, Mental Performance Certified, and has a B.S. from Ohio University. His coaching approach involves skill training, philosophy, and ranting... because sometimes yo...

Laces to Braces, Chalk to Chalk... anything close and most things that aren't. When you have two strikes, you have to protect. This is true in any endeavor. You will learn the difference between the perceived zone and the functional zone in this quick hit from Coach Eric. Coach Eric has 20 years of coaching experience. He is a certified Master Practitioner, Mental Performance Certified, and has a...

You are good at what you do... usually. Ready to bust out of your slump? I mean to say, YOU ARE READY to bust out of your slump, and Coach Eric is here to help. Coach Eric has 20 years of coaching experience. He is a certified Master Practitioner, Mental Performance Certified, and has a B.S. from Ohio University. His coaching approach involves skill training, philosophy, and ranting... because som...

You are good at what you do... usually. Ready to bust out of your slump? I mean to say, YOU ARE READY to bust out of your slump, and Coach Eric is here to help. Coach Eric has 20 years of coaching experience. He is a certified Master Practitioner, Mental Performance Certified, and has a B.S. from Ohio University. His coaching approach involves skill training, philosophy, and ranting... because som...

You are good at what you do... usually. Ready to bust out of your slump? I mean to say, YOU ARE READY to bust out of your slump, and Coach Eric is here to help. Coach Eric has 20 years of coaching experience. He is a certified Master Practitioner, Mental Performance Certified, and has a B.S. from Ohio University. His coaching approach involves skill training, philosophy, and ranting... because som...

Congratulations!!! You are good enough to notice that you aren't doing well right now. You are in a slump. Coach Eric introduces the concept of being in a slump and the first step to getting out of it. Start here and tune in for more episodes, taking a deeper dive into slump-busting.

Meet the simple self-scouting sheet that can help you identify your strengths and weaknesses. Track yourself over time and see the progress you are making in your journey.

Coach Eric discusses how to develop your on-field persona to enhance visibility, confidence, and productivity. Learn the benefits of developing a louder level of confidence without falling into the cocky jerk trap. Your skills and dedication warrant a healthy dose of constructive arrogance. Coach Eric has 20 years of coaching experience. He is a certified Master Practitioner, Mental Performance Ce...

Coach Eric discusses how to develop your on-field persona to enhance visibility, confidence, and productivity in this short video. Get a quick hit on constructive arrogance and stay tuned for a deeper dive into the topic. Coach Eric has 20 years of coaching experience. He is a certified Master Practitioner, Mental Performance Certified, and has a B.S. from Ohio University. His coaching approach in...

On this episode, Coach Eric tells you about a different showcase he is visiting. You'll learn how knowing your options and finding the right fit can help you become the best athlete you can be. So join Coach Eric and Southfield Showcase in Detroit and start planning your next step. Coach Eric has 20 years of coaching experience. He is a certified Master Practitioner, Mental Performance Certified,...

On this episode, you will learn the difference between playing hurt and playing injured... and some other options. Coach Eric shares valuable lessons on managing pain and playing through discomfort, even when he's not fully ready to play. Coach Eric has 20 years of coaching experience. He is a certified Master Practitioner, Mental Performance Certified, and has a B.S. from Ohio University. His...

Winning is fun. Losing is... well, I hate losing. On this episode, explore the worst of losing and how to make the best of it. Coach Eric has 20 years of coaching and trainer experience. He is a certified Master Practitioner, Mental Performance Certified, and has a B.S. from Ohio University. His coaching approach involves skill training, philosophy, and ranting... because sometimes you have to say...

Coach Eric tackles the age-old debate between the mentalities of 'Play for Fun' and 'Win at all Costs'. Surprising no one, this will take us 3 episodes to discuss. Part 1 kicked it off, introduced the topic, and helped you understand the pros and cons of the 'Play for Fun' model. Part 2 discusses the 'Win at All Costs' model and provides you with functional informat...

Coach Eric tackles the age-old debate between the mentalities of 'Play for Fun' and 'Win at all Costs'. Surprising no one, this will take us 3 episodes to discuss. Part 1 kicked it off, introduced the topic, and helped you understand the pros and cons of the 'Play for Fun' model. Part 2 discusses the 'Win at All Costs' model and provides you with functional informat...

Coach Eric tackles the age-old debate between the mentalities of 'Play for Fun' and 'Win at all Costs'. Surprising no one, this will take us 3 episodes to discuss. Part 1 will kick it off, introduce the topic, and help you understand the pros and cons of the 'Play for Fun' model. Coaches, players, and parents should understand team structures and their impacts on and off th...

We'll get back to mental performance skills soon, but first, let's get our heads around stats! In this episode, Coach Eric explains how to determine the relevance of a statistic, what criteria to use for self-evaluation, and how to assess yourself in sports, using baseball batting averages as an example. Listen today and learn how you too can become a Change Gamer Star! Coach Eric has 20 y...