The Female Edge Podcast | Episode 4 | Shea O'Connor

Finding Her Edge: Maddie Prohaska on Grit, Growth & Finding Inner Confidence

In this episode of The Female Edge Podcast, we sit down with rising star and Seattle Reign FC goalkeeper Maddie Prohaska. From her early days between the posts to earning her first professional NWSL start and a U23 U.S. National Team call-up and cap, Maddie shares the defining moments of her journey - both on and off the field. We talk about what it takes to break barriers, the mental strength behind high-stakes games, and her powerful approach to overcoming pressure, setbacks, and doubt. Maddie opens up about the mindset that keeps her grounded, the importance of investing in the people around her, and how she’s found her own edge in the world of elite sports. Whether you're an athlete, coach, or dreamer, this conversation will inspire you to dig deeper, push harder, and lead with heart! Follow Maddie Prohaska [https://www.instagram.com/m.proha/?hl=en] CHAPTERS 00:00 Introducing Maddie Prohaska 01:23 Maddie's Early Journey In Soccer 04:08 The Goalkeeper's Perspective 09:00 The Recruiting Process and College Experience 13:51 The Journey to Internal Validation 15:35 Building Confidence Through Experiences 18:44: Overcoming Mental Health Challenges 21:42: The Importance of Self-Love and Identity 25:14: Balancing Sports & Relationships 28:52: Navigating Competition and Team Dynamics 32:25: The Path to Professional Soccer 37:35: Celebrating Achievements 40:45: U23 National Team Call-Up 48:35: Advice for Young Athletes - Patience and Presence _______________________________ The Female Edge Athlete Services [https://www.thefemaleedge.co/] Explore more The Female Edge Podcast episodes [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9OjQESeUh8Ig1hhIKnX8Lw ] Follow us on Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/6lOVAd97cBY58hrVM15iQT] Follow us on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-female-edge-podcast/id1692762809 ] Follow us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thefemaleedge.co/] Follow us on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/thefemaleedge.co ] Follow us on TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@thefemaleedge] Follow us on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/thefemaleedge/] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

We're Back!

The Female Edge Podcast is BACK! We’re excited to return after taking some time away, and we’ve got a lot to catch up on. In today’s episode, we’re sharing updates on what we’ve been up to and dive into key themes around the college recruiting process. We’ll cover how the process really works, how the transfer portal is shaping the landscape, tips for effective outreach and communication with coaches, and why building confidence is essential for athletes navigating their journey. The Co-Founders: Follow Alexa Coyle [https://www.instagram.com/alexacoyle_/?hl=en] Follow Toni Malone [https://www.instagram.com/toniraemalone/?hl=en] CHAPTERS 00:31 Athlete Placement Success Stories 01:38 Understanding the Recruiting Process 03:29 The Impact of The Transfer Portal 04:58 Strategic Outreach and Communication 06:45 Building Confidence with Athletes _______________________________ The Female Edge Athlete Services: https://www.thefemaleedge.co/ [https://www.thefemaleedge.co/] Explore more The Female Edge episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@thefemaleedgepodcast [https://www.youtube.com/@thefemaleedgepodcast] Follow us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6lOVAd97cBY58hrVM15iQT [https://open.spotify.com/show/6lOVAd97cBY58hrVM15iQT] Follow us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-female-edge-podcast/id1692762809 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-female-edge-podcast/id1692762809] Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefemaleedge.co/ [https://www.instagram.com/thefemaleedge.co/] Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefemaleedge.co [https://www.facebook.com/thefemaleedge.co] Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefemaleedge [https://www.tiktok.com/@thefemaleedge] Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thefemaleedge/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/thefemaleedge/] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Female Edge Podcast | Episode 5 | Taylor Hansen

In Episode 5 of The Female Edge Podcast we sit down with Taylor Hansen, San Diego native, a former University of Montana soccer player, and former San Diego Wave FC professional soccer player, being a part of the clubs first season in the NWSL. We discuss her keys to success throughout her career, including leaning on the support systems around her to help reach her goals, continually believing in herself, her unwavering work ethic and focusing on what she could control which empowered her to be confident in her journey, and more! ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

The Female Edge Podcast | Episode 4 | Shea O'Connor

In episode 4, we talk with special guest Shea O'Connor, a Eugene Oregon, native who had a successful soccer career all the way through to the professional ranks. Shea talks about her college recruiting journey playing for a small club growing up, the challenges she faced and lessons learned through transferring schools mid way through her collegiate career, and her experience at the professional level. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

The Female Edge Podcast | Episode 3 | Erica MacDonald

In episode 3, we talk with special guest Erica MacDonald, who grew up in the Bay Area. She used her resilience and boldness to guide her pathway to play college soccer. Erica talks about the challenges that came along with playing under coaches who she felt didn’t fully support her, what it was like playing at a junior college and being coached by a women for the first time, and about what it was like to transition from a Junior College to a Pac-12 school. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.