Scholarship Athlete: Tips on recruiting, training, NIL, injury prevention, mindset, and leadership

#33: Michelle Doel | The power of mindset in athletic performance

Michelle Doel, a board-certified functional medicine health coach, specializes in teen wellness and a whole-athlete approach. She helps young athletes optimize their performance on and off the field through a holistic approach to health. In this episode, Michelle discusses the role of wellness coaches and how they support teenage athletes. She emphasizes the importance of sleep and provides tips for getting quality sleep. Michelle also talks about the significance of nutrition and shares guidelines for fueling the body properly. Additionally, she explores the power of mindset and how it can impact an athlete's performance. Takeaways A wellness coach specializes in optimizing the performance of teenage athletes through a holistic approach to health. Quality sleep is crucial for athletes, with around 8 hours being the optimal amount for high school kids. Nutrition plays a significant role in an athlete's performance, and it's important to focus on real, whole foods that are close to their original form. Mindset is key for athletes, and developing a growth mindset can help them overcome challenges and perform at their best. Michelle offers a 10-week program that focuses on nutrition, sleep, mindset, movement, and habit formation to help athletes make positive changes and enhance their performance. Timestamps 01:27 The Role of a Wellness Coach for Teenage Athletes 02:59 The Importance of Quality Sleep for Athletes 07:09 Fueling the Body Properly: Nutrition Tips for Athletes 14:00 The Power of Mindset in Athletic Performance 26:03 The 10-Week Program: Making Positive Changes for Enhanced Performance Let's connect: * IG [https://www.instagram.com/alexmolden] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/alexmoldenspeaks] * X [https://twitter.com/alexmolden] * www.scholarshipathletecademy.com [https://www.scholarshipathletecademy.com/] * Are you proactive in the recruiting process? Check out our quiz [https://alex-46velgpn.scoreapp.com/] to see. *Book a discovery call: If you're feeling stuck or need additional assistance, book a 15-minute discovery call [https://calendly.com/alexmoldenspeaks/speaking-discovery-call?back=1&month=2023-12] with Alex today.

#32: Aligning Correctly: Giving Yourself an Advantage when competing

In this compelling episode of the Scholarship Athlete Podcast, I explore the intricate framework of success, both in the recruiting process and in life. Drawing from my own experiences as a former football player, I share a personal story that illustrates the transformative power of three fundamental principles: alignment, assignment, and adjustment. I emphasize the importance of understanding your assignment, maintaining proper alignment, and being prepared to adapt to ever-changing circumstances. These guiding principles transcend the sports arena, offering valuable lessons that can be applied to everyday life challenges. I invite you to engage with this episode by leaving your comments and ratings, and encourage you to share the podcast with others who might benefit from its wisdom. Takeaways The recruiting process is difficult and constantly changing, so having a framework can help athletes and parents navigate it. The three key principles for success in sports and life are alignment, assignment, and adjustment. Knowing your assignment and aligning correctly are crucial for success. Being ready for adjustments and having different techniques or tools in your bag can give you an advantage. These principles can be applied in everyday life to build confidence and overcome challenges. Timestamps 02:23 The Framework for Success 04:47 The Three Key Principles: Alignment, Assignment, and Adjustment 07:13 Mastering Your Assignment and Alignment 09:57 Being Ready for Adjustments 10:56 Applying the Framework in Everyday Life Let's connect: * IG [https://www.instagram.com/alexmolden] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/alexmoldenspeaks] * X [https://twitter.com/alexmolden] * www.scholarshipathletecademy.com [https://www.scholarshipathletecademy.com/] * Are you proactive in the recruiting process? Check out our quiz [https://alex-46velgpn.scoreapp.com/] to see. *Book a discovery call: If you're feeling stuck or need additional assistance, book a 15-minute discovery call [https://calendly.com/alexmoldenspeaks/speaking-discovery-call?back=1&month=2023-12] with Alex today.

#31: Relationships you will need to nurture to increase your chances of receiving a Scholarship

In this episode, I discuss the process of receiving an athletic scholarship. I emphasize the importance of understanding the difference between headcount and equivalency schools in Division 1. I also provide statistics on the low percentage of high school athletes who receive athletic scholarships. The three keys to receiving a scholarship are connection, marketing, and commitment. I explain the importance of building relationships with teachers, counselors, high school coaches, travel ball coaches, and college coaches. I also provide tips on marketing oneself through social media and highlight reels. The Scholarship Athlete Academy was created to help parents navigate the recruiting process by giving them a plan in all areas. Takeaways 1. Understanding the difference between headcount and equivalency schools is crucial in the recruiting process. 2. Building connections with teachers, counselors, high school coaches, travel ball coaches, and college coaches is important for jumpstarting the recruiting process. 3. Marketing oneself through social media and highlight reels can help showcase skills, academics, and character to college coaches. 4. Earning an athletic scholarship requires a high level of commitment in training, grades, character, nutrition, and sleep. The Scholarship Athlete Academy offers resources and training programs to help navigate the recruiting process and increase the chances of receiving a scholarship. Timestamps 02:11 Facts and Statistics on Athletic Scholarships 05:19 Building Connections in the Recruiting Process 09:10 Marketing Yourself: Social Media and Highlight Reels 19:02 The Commitment Required for Earning an Athletic Scholarship Let's connect: * IG [https://www.instagram.com/alexmolden] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/alexmoldenspeaks] * X [https://twitter.com/alexmolden] * www.scholarshipathletecademy.com [https://www.scholarshipathletecademy.com/] * Are you proactive in the recruiting process? Check out our quiz [https://alex-46velgpn.scoreapp.com/] to see. *Book a discovery call: If you're feeling stuck or need additional assistance, book a 15-minute discovery call [https://calendly.com/alexmoldenspeaks/speaking-discovery-call?back=1&month=2023-12] with Alex today.

#30: Three key attributes that can help you be a better leader for your team

In this episode, I discuss the concept of leadership and its importance in the recruiting process. I talk on leadership as influence and emphasize the need for effective communication, knowledge, character, and intuition. I highlight the significance of building relationships and getting to know teammates as a key aspect of leadership. He also encourages parents to focus on developing their child's character and being a good person. Chapters 00:31 Defining Leadership: Influence and Communication 02:00 The Role of Character in Leadership 03:25 Building Relationships and Getting to Know Teammates 04:24 Developing Good Character as a Parent 09:54 Take the Scholarship Athlete Quiz Let's connect: * IG [https://www.instagram.com/alexmolden] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/alexmoldenspeaks] * X [https://twitter.com/alexmolden] * www.scholarshipathletecademy.com [https://www.scholarshipathletecademy.com/] * Are you proactive in the recruiting process? Check out our quiz [https://alex-46velgpn.scoreapp.com/] to see. *Book a discovery call: If you're feeling stuck or need additional assistance, book a 15-minute discovery call [https://calendly.com/alexmoldenspeaks/speaking-discovery-call?back=1&month=2023-12] with Alex today.

#29: Coach Chris Petersen | 3 points of leadership that you have to model as a leader!

In this episode of the Scholarship Athlete Podcast, I interview Coach Chris Peterson about leadership and culture in sports. They discuss the importance of connection and relationships in building a strong team, as well as the role of parents in supporting their athlete's journey. Coach Peterson shares his insights on creating a culture of trust and influence, emphasizing the importance of modeling the right behaviors, being competent in one's role, and demonstrating character. He also discusses the concept of an OKG (Our Kind of Guy) and the qualities that make a successful athlete. Overall, the conversation highlights the significance of building a positive and intentional culture in sports. Takeaways * Connection and relationships are key in building a strong team culture. * Leadership is about influence and doing the right thing in the moment. * Trust is built through connection, competence, and character. * Parents play a crucial role in supporting their athlete's journey and helping them navigate the recruiting process. * Creating a positive and intentional culture is essential for success in sports. Timestamps: 02:05 Early Connections and Inspiration 04:05 The Importance of Relationships in Coaching 05:57 The Power of Connection in Building a Team 08:19 The Built For Life Program and Leadership 10:45 Defining Leadership and the OKG 16:35 Parenting and Supporting Athletes 20:24 Shaping Culture in the Locker Room and Coaching Staff 30:42 The Importance of Culture and Trust 38:46 Earning Trust Through Connection, Competence, and Character 44:34 Conclusion Let's connect: * IG [https://www.instagram.com/alexmolden] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/alexmoldenspeaks] * X [https://twitter.com/alexmolden] * www.scholarshipathletecademy.com [https://www.scholarshipathletecademy.com/] * Are you proactive in the recruiting process? Check out our quiz [https://alex-46velgpn.scoreapp.com/] to see. *Book a discovery call: If you're feeling stuck or need additional assistance, book a 15-minute discovery call [https://calendly.com/alexmoldenspeaks/speaking-discovery-call?back=1&month=2023-12] with Alex today.