Raising Elite Competitors
The GO TO PODCAST for Sports Moms raising confident girl athletes! Elite Competitor Co-Founder Coach Breanne Smedley (AKA Coach Bre) is all about empowering moms with the tools they need to strengthen their athlete daughter's mental game so she believes in herself as much as you do (and plays like it!). Whether you're a sports mom with lots of seasons under your belt, just getting started on this sports journey, or somewhere in between... think of this podcast as your go-to guide to helping your daughter navigate the ups and downs of her sports journey. If you feel like you've tried everything to build your daughter's confidence and often don't know what to say to support her (especially when she's being super hard on herself), then you're in the right place. Coach Bre and her guests break it down into actionable strategies that WORK so that you never have to feel stuck not knowing what to say or how to help your athlete daughter again. Through what you learn on the Raising Elite Competitors Podcast, you can ensure that your daughter's mental game and confidence is her biggest strength... in sports AND life!
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Episodes
336 episodes
Quitting Sports: What Parents Can Do To Prevent It & How to Know When It's Time w/ Asia Mape of I Love to Watch You Play
What would you do if your child said they wanted to quit their sport? Would you panic, push them harder, or pause and listen? In this episode, I sit down with Asia Mape, founder of I Love to Watch You Play, to discuss the delicate balance of su...
[Athlete Tip] How to Separate Yourself as an Athlete
Have you ever felt like no matter how hard you work, everyone else is just as good… or even better? At some point, hard work doesn’t feel like it’s cutting it anymore. You’re showing up to practice, putting in the hours, but so is everyone else...
Inside Look at The Elite Mental Game: What Moms Really Think + Their Honest Reviews
Feeling stuck between wanting the best for your athlete and navigating their eye rolls and closed-off responses? You’re not alone. This episode is for every mom who’s been in the trenches, wondering if what they’re doing is even working. Get re...
Q&A: Signs Your Athlete Is Ready for Mental Training, Best Age to Start, & Getting Her 'Bought In'
Looking for an easy way to bring up the mental game with your daughter (without getting eye rolls back?)
Simple Go-To Phrases to Use to Boost Your Athlete's Confidence Today
Have you ever wondered if the words you say to your daughter could help boost her confidence as an athlete? In this episode, I share practical, go-to phrases you can use to support your daughter in her sport and life. Whether she’s preparing fo...
Athlete Tip: When You Don't Feel "Ready" to Compete
Did you know it’s completely normal to not feel ready before a big competition? But what do you do when those feelings creep in? In this episode, “When You Don’t Feel ‘Ready’ to Compete,” we’ll get into how to overcome doubt and perform your be...
Breaking Barriers: How Sports Set Women Up For Success w/ Stef & Amy of Section Z
Too many girls never get the chance to experience the life-changing benefits of sports because of barriers like cost, lack of access, and representation. What if there was a way to break those barriers and set them up for lifelong success? In t...
Encouraging Self-Love Through Puberty w/ Kimberly Grustas, Founder of Good For You Girls
Is your daughter’s skincare routine harming her more than helping? We all know puberty is tough. But what if some of the products marketed to our daughters are actually making it even harder for them? In this eye-opening episode, I sit down wit...
Four-Peat: The Story Behind the Championship Season w/ Coach Bre
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Athlete Tip: Playing to Win vs Playing Not to Lose
Are you holding back without even realizing it? Whether you’re playing from fear or stepping onto the field with confidence could be the difference between a game-changing performance and playing it safe. In this episode, we’re breaking down ho...
Making Kindness a Contact Sport w/ Rob Thorsen, Founder of #HT40 & The Shoulder Check Initiative
In this episode, we welcome Rob, the driving force behind the Shoulder Check initiative, which aims to foster mental wellness in youth sports. Rob shares insights on the importance of creating safe spaces for athletes to express their feelings ...
3 Ways to Build Your Athlete's Confidence After a Bad Game So She Can Stop the Negative Spiral
In this episode, Coach Bree shares powerful strategies to help parents support their daughters after a tough performance. Learn how to turn post-game negativity into an opportunity for growth and connection.What You’ll Learn:...
BONUS Coach Special: How I'm training my team's mental game this season in less than 30 mins per week (and how you can too!)
Are you tired of watching your team fall apart under pressure or struggle to bounce back from mistakes? In this bonus episode, I’m sharing the exact mental training system I use with my state championship teams that you can start using today! I...
Life Beyond Sports: How to Prepare Your Athlete Daughter For Her Future Now w/ Athlete Transition Coach Amanda Hazer
In this episode, Coach Bre is joined by Amanda Hazer, a former healthcare professional turned sports consultant, to explore the transition challenges athletes face when their sports journey ends. Amanda shares insights from her neuroscience bac...
Helping Your Athlete Handle Negative Coaching So It Doesn't Tear Down Her Confidence
In this episode, we dive into the world of sports psychology for girl athletes. Learn how to support your daughter mentally to ensure she performs her best on and off the field. From building confidence to handling pressure, these tips will hel...
Preventing Burnout in Your Athlete w/ Sports Mom Rachel Olson
In this episode, we chat with Rachel Olson, Elite Competitor Parent Coach, about how parents can support their daughters in sports without contributing to burnout. Burnout is a real issue for young female athletes, and Rachel shares valuable in...
Intentional Parenting in Athletics & Beyond w/ executive Life Coach & Mom Crystal Obey
Welcome back, Moms! This week, we’re diving deep into a topic that resonates with every busy sports mom – intentional parenting. Whether you're juggling practices, work, or family, it's easy to feel like time is slipping away. In today’s episod...
An Honest Review of The Elite Mental Game From Sports Moms Who've Been There
Did you know? Mental training can lead to immediate improvements for young athletes! It’s all about helping them harness their mindset for peak performance on and off the field. Discover how integrating mental skills into sports training can tr...
Listener Q&A - When to start mental training, Signs your athlete is ready, & Getting her 'bought in'
Looking for an easy way to bring up the mental game with your daughter (without getting eye rolls back?)
3 Simple Sports-Psychology Backed Ways to Help with Pre-Game Nerves So Your Athlete Daughter Can Compete with Confidence
Welcome to the Raising Elite Competitors Podcast! In this episode, Coach Bree dives into the essential strategies for managing pre-game nerves, a challenge many athletes face. If your daughter often struggles with anxiety before her sports even...
Back to School Special: Make Fueling Your Athlete Easier This Season w/ Lisa Spencer - Functional Nutrition Therapy Practitioner
In this episode, Coach Bre is joined by Lisa Spencer, a Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner specializing in youth female athletes. Lisa offers practical advice on how busy sports moms can ensure their daughters are properly fueled durin...
Back to School Special: Tips on Building Confidence in Your Athlete this Season from Successful Sports Moms
Have you ever wondered how to help your daughter overcome those pre-game jitters or bounce back after a tough game? You’re not alone. Many sports moms are navigating the same challenges and finding ways to support their young athletes’ confiden...
Athlete Tip: How to Prepare to Crush Tryouts!
In this episode, we dive into how young athletes can prepare to crush their tryouts with confidence and ease. Whether your tryout is just around the corner or months away, these tips will help you perform at your best. This episode...
How to Set Your Athlete Up to Graduate College With Little to No Debt w/ Shellee Howard of College Ready
Are you feeling the pressure of how to afford college for your athlete without accumulating massive debt? You’re not alone. Many parents share these concerns, and today’s episode is here to provide some relief.Join me as I chat with Shel...
Summer Confidence Series (Part 4 of 4): Why Mental Toughness Is Overrated - What To Do Instead
Is the “mental toughness” mantra leaving your daughter stressed and burnt out? You’re not alone! In this episode, we’re ditching the old playbook and creating a game plan for building confidence, not crushing spirits.Here’s what yo...
