Sometimes it’s hard to get a group of individuals on the same page. So, this week, we get into what makes a good team culture: communication, role clarity, shared goals, and much more. We also uncover what successful coaches say and do to make their

Sometimes it’s hard to get a group of individuals on the same page. So, this week, we get into what makes a good team culture: communication, role clarity, shared goals, and much more. We also uncover what successful coaches say and do to make their teams great. Specifically, we take a look at Emma Hayes, the current manager for the USWNT, who has been extremely successful in her career and embodies what it means to be a leader. This episode is for coaches, teammates, and anyone who is striving to create a better team environment or wants to learn how to lead effectively and efficiently.

This episode is for athletes who are going through or have gone through injuries and setbacks during their careers. Not making a lineup, getting benched, or dealing with long-term (or even short-term) injuries can take a psychological toll, so we wan

This episode is for athletes who are going through or have gone through injuries and setbacks during their careers. Not making a lineup, getting benched, or dealing with long-term (or even short-term) injuries can take a psychological toll, so we wanted to make an episode that centers around how to deal with these situations. We go through our own experiences with injuries and lineup changes, and we bring in some helpful techniques for you all to try during these difficult times.

Our guest this week is Lauren Walsh, a professional golfer now competing on the LPGA tour! Lauren represented Ireland in numerous international competitions prior to university. During her career at Wake Forest, she was an All-American, selected to t

Our guest this week is Lauren Walsh, a professional golfer now competing on the LPGA tour! Lauren represented Ireland in numerous international competitions prior to university. During her career at Wake Forest, she was an All-American, selected to the All-ACC team, and named Scholar Athlete of the Year in addition to winning an NCAA championship. Recently, she was awarded Women's Professional of the Year by the IGWA. We chat with her about collegiate golf, her transition to the professional stage, psychological skills she employs on and off the course, and her work with the Annika Foundation to help young women in golf succeed.

What’s the fastest growing sport in the U.S.? That’s right — pickleball! Our guest, Kate Earnhardt, is a former D1 college tennis player who has transitioned into pickleball as a competitive outlet. She has since won the U.S. Open Pickleball Champion

What’s the fastest growing sport in the U.S.? That’s right — pickleball! Our guest, Kate Earnhardt, is a former D1 college tennis player who has transitioned into pickleball as a competitive outlet. She has since won the U.S. Open Pickleball Championships in the Women’s Singles 5.0 category! She takes us through the rules, strategy, and environment of pickleball at the pro and amateur level. We also learn more about her process of transferring to different schools in college and her journey from juniors to D1 tennis. Tune in for some laughs and to learn a bit more about America’s newly popular sport.

We’ve got lots of fun topics this week - tennis films, slang, stereotypes, and of course, the drama at the Australian Open. AND we get to hear from Emma Hall, a former pro player and now head coach, who worked on the set of Challengers and actually a

We’ve got lots of fun topics this week - tennis films, slang, stereotypes, and of course, the drama at the Australian Open. AND we get to hear from Emma Hall, a former pro player and now head coach, who worked on the set of Challengers and actually acted in the movie, too! Remember that opening racquet smash scene? Tune in for a super fun episode!

Within sports, many people are asking: is there an inverse relationship between profit and player well-being? To help understand this question, we look at life on the road across different leagues and sports, unpack the NCAA conference realignment ch

Within sports, many people are asking: is there an inverse relationship between profit and player well-being? To help understand this question, we look at life on the road across different leagues and sports, unpack the NCAA conference realignment chaos, and so much more. We also offer some practical tips to help athletes and teams through stressful periods of their seasons. Tune in to learn about the ever-changing world of sport and its impact.

This week, we welcome our first guest, Alex Fitzpatrick, to Yips & Giggles! Alex currently competes on the DP World Tour and has had great success since turning pro in 2022, including a tie for 17th at The 151st Open at Royal Liverpool Golf Club. In

This week, we welcome our first guest, Alex Fitzpatrick, to Yips & Giggles! Alex currently competes on the DP World Tour and has had great success since turning pro in 2022, including a tie for 17th at The 151st Open at Royal Liverpool Golf Club. In this episode, we chat about his college days, filming for Netflix, the behind the scenes of professional golf, working with sport psychologists, and of course, Alex's personal run-in with the yips.

As we relive the glory days, we wanted to give our listeners a look into the life of a student-athlete - hectic schedules, academic responsibilities, and finding time to be a normal college student every once in a while. Plus, we’ll also be getting i

As we relive the glory days, we wanted to give our listeners a look into the life of a student-athlete - hectic schedules, academic responsibilities, and finding time to be a normal college student every once in a while. Plus, we’ll also be getting into ways to reduce burnout, and we'll talk through a mindfulness routine to start your day with a quiet mind. Tune in for practical techniques and relatable conversations around being a student AND athlete.

You've probably heard of the "yips" before, but what does it really mean when athletes suddenly lose the ability to perform? We do a deep dive into this phenomenon - what it is, why it might happen, and how to help it if you're experiencing it. Plus,

You've probably heard of the "yips" before, but what does it really mean when athletes suddenly lose the ability to perform? We do a deep dive into this phenomenon - what it is, why it might happen, and how to help it if you're experiencing it. Plus, we share personal stories of how the yips impacted us. Tune in for practical techniques and relatable conversation around the yips and anxiety.