Eighth Grade to Elite: Mason Gilbert’s Journey of Discipline, Faith & Fueling the Right Way // 126

Inside The Mind Of A Top MLB Draft Prospect ft. Sawyer Strosnider // Hard Truth Podcast 132

In this episode of The Hard Truth, Jeremy Fouts sits down with one of the nation's top baseball prospects, Sawyer Strosnider, just days before the MLB Draft. Sawyer shares the journey from a small-town athlete in Brock, Texas, to becoming one of the top players in college baseball. He opens up about overcoming early struggles at TCU, handling failure, building confidence, developing elite habits, and why success comes from the work nobody sees. Together, Jeremy and Sawyer discuss the role parents play in developing athletes, the importance of nutrition, mindset, sacrifice, and what it truly takes to compete at the highest level. Whether you're a parent, coach, or athlete chasing big dreams, this conversation offers practical advice and powerful perspective from someone who's lived the journey. Hard Truth: Talent may open the door, but discipline, consistency, and resilience are what keep you moving toward your dreams. Good News: Great athletes aren't born overnight—they're built through daily habits, strong support systems, and a commitment to getting better every single day. Share this episode with an athlete, parent, or coach who needs this reminder on what it really takes to reach the next level. Chapters: 00:00 Introducing Sawyer Strosnider 03:32 From Small-Town Athlete to MLB Prospect 06:54 Freshman Struggles & Learning to Trust Himself 12:55 Breakout Season & Building Confidence 14:34 Handling Expectations & Sophomore Challenges 17:24 The Impact of Parents & Family 25:43 The Work Nobody Sees 30:53 Habits That Separate Great Athletes 32:26 Preparing for MLB Draft Day 41:45 Sawyer's Advice for Every Athlete Follow Saywer: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sawyerstro Follow for more content and updates on everything I’m up to! Personal IG: https://www.instagram.com/jeremyfoutsleadership/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jeremyfouts/ Website: https://jeremyfouts.com/ CorVive: https://corvive.com/

The Complete Blueprint for Raising an Athlete // The Hard Truth Podcast 131

In this episode of The Hard Truth, Jeremy Fouts shares the complete blueprint for raising an athlete from the early years of youth sports to preparing your son or daughter for college and life beyond athletics. Jeremy walks parents through every stage of athletic development, explaining what truly matters at each age, when to focus on skill development, nutrition, strength, mindset, recruiting, and why the ultimate goal isn't just earning a scholarship it's developing the character, discipline, and leadership that will serve your athlete for the rest of their life. Whether you're raising a 7-year-old just learning to love the game or a high school athlete chasing college opportunities, this episode provides practical advice every sports parent needs to hear. Hard Truth: Very few athletes will play professional sports, but every athlete has the opportunity to become a professional in life through the habits, discipline, and character they develop along the journey. Good News: When parents focus on developing the whole athlete not just the player they give their children the foundation to succeed in sports, college, careers, and life. Share this episode with a parent, coach, athlete, or family member who wants to raise the next generation the right way. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction & Why This Message Matters 02:21 The Real Objective of Raising an Athlete 07:05 Winning in the Classroom Matters 11:43 Ages 7–12: Learning to Love the Game 16:21 Ages 13–15: Building the Athlete 18:40 Nutrition Changes Everything 25:36 Ages 16–18: Preparing for the Future 30:21 Communication, Recruiting & Leadership 35:07 The Greatest Investment You'll Ever Make 37:23 Final Thoughts for Parents & Athletes Follow for more content and updates on everything I’m up to! Personal IG: https://www.instagram.com/jeremyfoutsleadership/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jeremyfouts/ Website: https://jeremyfouts.com/ CorVive: https://corvive.com/

The Last Game, Final Goodbye & A New Beginning // The Hard Truth Podcast 130

In this episode of The Hard Truth, Jeremy Fouts shares one of the most emotional reflections of his life. On the same day he attended his son Pearson's final high school baseball game, he received news that his 95-year-old grandmother was taking her final breaths and a call from a young man he had mentored who was preparing to welcome his first child. Through these three moments, Jeremy reflects on the reality that life is made up of seasons. One chapter closes, another begins, and time never stops moving. This episode is a reminder for parents, athletes, and families to stay present, appreciate the journey, and focus on what truly matters before the moments pass by. Share this episode with a parent, athlete, friend, or family member who needs this reminder today.  Chapters: 00:00 Introduction & Why This Message Matters 01:47 Pearson's Last High School Baseball Game 04:11 Don't Miss Today Chasing Tomorrow 10:12 Lessons From Grandma's Legacy 14:00 A New Beginning Through Mentorship 15:53 Life's Seasons & Letting Go 18:18 The Hard Truth About Time 19:20 Final Thoughts & Takeaways Follow for more content and updates on everything I’m up to! Personal IG: https://www.instagram.com/jeremyfoutsleadership/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jeremyfouts/ Website: https://jeremyfouts.com/ CorVive: https://corvive.com/

Faith, Football & Raising Young Athletes with Henry Burris // The Hard Truth Podcast 129

n this episode of The Hard Truth, Jeremy Fouts sits down with Henry Burris, CFL legend, Grey Cup Champion, former NFL coach, and founder of Air Academy, to talk about faith, family, leadership, quarterback development, and what it really takes to raise young athletes with purpose.** From growing up in Spiro, Oklahoma, to throwing for over 63,000 professional passing yards, Henry shares the foundation that shaped him: faith, discipline, strong parents, great coaches, and a vision bigger than himself. Hard truth: talent alone is not enough. Young athletes need character, leadership, preparation, nutrition, and the right people speaking life into them. Good news: every athlete’s journey is different, and with the right foundation, the right mindset, and the right support system, they can still become everything God created them to be. This episode is about more than football. It’s about raising strong young men, leading with faith, building legacy, and helping athletes understand that their purpose has to be bigger than the game. Follow / Contact Henry Burris: Website: [https://www.henryburris.com](https://www.henryburris.com) Air Academy: available through HenryBurris.com Follow for more content and updates on everything I’m up to! Personal IG: https://www.instagram.com/jeremyfoutsleadership/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jeremyfouts/ Website: https://jeremyfouts.com/ CorVive: https://corvive.com/ Chapters: 00:00 – Welcome Henry Burris 03:49 – Growing Up in Spiro 08:12 – Vision & Comparison 12:00 – Every Journey Is Different 14:24 – NFL to CFL Transition 18:29 – Building Air Academy 23:27 – Inside a QB’s Mind 30:32 – Training Quarterbacks 33:59 – Parenting Young Athletes 39:12 – Longevity & Nutrition 43:21 – Faith, Family & Legacy 49:21 – Message to Parents 51:10 – Where to Find Henry

The Hard Truth About College Baseball with Kyle Lewis | 128

In this episode of The Hard Truth, Jeremy Fouts sits down with Kyle Lewis, starting center fielder for Lubbock Christian University and CorVive athlete, to talk about what it really takes to play college baseball. From growing up in West Texas to choosing the JUCO route at Midland College, Kyle shares why junior college was one of the best decisions he ever made and why playing time, development, and daily reps matter more than chasing a logo. The hard truth? Baseball is a tough sport, and talent alone is not enough. The good news? With the right work ethic, nutrition, speed, recovery, and mindset, athletes can separate themselves and keep climbing. Kyle breaks down the importance of consistency, training when it’s inconvenient, fueling properly during the season, building speed, and staying focused on improvement instead of approval. He also shares advice for 13–15-year-old athletes who dream of playing college baseball but may doubt whether they’re good enough. This episode is packed with real insight for baseball parents, young athletes, and anyone trying to understand what it takes to reach the next level. Because college baseball is earned not given. Follow Kyle! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kyle_lewis_23/ Follow for more content and updates on everything I’m up to! Personal IG: https://www.instagram.com/jeremyfoutsleadership/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jeremyfouts/ Website: https://jeremyfouts.com/ CorVive: https://corvive.com/