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In this podcast we discuss the topic of paying college athletes and go in depth on why they don’t get paid and some solutions to this issue.
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College athletes should be paid Cover art photo provided by Efe Kurnaz on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@efekurnaz
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Debating paying collage athletes
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Why college athletes should be paid. Cover art photo provided by Daniel Olah on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@danesduet
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Should College Athletes be Paid
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Asking questions and looking for opinions.
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Hearing from collegiate athletes about their experience, accomplishments, highs and lows as a NCAA D1, D2, or D3 athlete.
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An interview discussing the benefits of paying athletes. Cover art photo provided by Paweł Czerwiński on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@pawel_czerwinski
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Future First, Softball Second: College Planning for Softball Athletes & Parents
Quincy Lewis-Buggs
Are you ready to own the college planning process as a softball family? Then you’re in the right place! I’m your host, Quincy Lewis-Buggs, and I’m a former DI, D2, and D3 college coach, D2 pitcher, and education/athletic administration major. Join me (along with some amazing guests) as we discuss college planning, finding your perfect fit, academics, and more! COMMUNITY: https://www.diamonddynamics.org/connect-with-us.html CONNECT: Quincy@diamonddynamics.org WORK WITH ME: https://www.diamond ...
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In today's episode I dive into conversations to have as a family about what makes sense financially as you navigate the college planning process and investing in travel ball, camps, and traveling for tournaments! This can be such a heavy topic, but it's so important to make a plan that works for your family and athlete! Connect with us: Our coll…
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53: What does it mean to sign? // COACHING SESSION
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On today's coaching session episode I dive into scholarships, signing day, and what it means to sign and commit to a school! SUBMIT YOUR OWN QUESTION Connect with us: Our college planning program Grab a meeting with me Instagram Facebook GroupOleh Quincy Lewis-Buggs
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In today's episode it's all about the class of 2026! You are not alone and there are so many juniors still working to connect with college coaches and find the right future home. I go over some things coaches are thinking behind the scenes as well as some action items to take this off season. If you're feeling lost and need some extra support here …
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51: Exposure vs. Development Camps // COACHING SESSION
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On today's coaching session episode I dive into types of camps, goals to think about when choosing camps, and why camps can be an important part of your process! SUBMIT YOUR OWN QUESTION Connect with us: Our college planning program Grab a meeting with me Instagram Facebook Group…
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50: How You Market Yourself to Coaches Matters
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Everything from metrics, to video, to emails, to the way you word things matters! The little things we often overlook are the things coaches are looking at as they choose who to keep on their list to continue to evaluate! Today on the podcast I dive into the things you can do to stand out to coaches as you work to connect with them! Connect with us…
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49: How to Stand out at Camp // COACHING SESSION
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On today's coaching episode I dive into how the best way to stand out at camps is to choose the right camps, along with some other camp advice! SUBMIT YOUR OWN QUESTION Connect with us: Our college planning program Grab a meeting with me Instagram Facebook GroupOleh Quincy Lewis-Buggs
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48: Headed Into Fall Showcase Season
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In this week's episode I cover a few important points as we head into "Fall Showcase Season" and the D1 evaluation period! Connect with us: Our college planning program Instagram Facebook GroupOleh Quincy Lewis-Buggs
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47: Where do we Start // COACHING SESSION
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On today's coaching session episode I dive into where to start for 2028 families (or really any age) and share some of the things to do this year! Grab our College Planning Timeline Grab a Meeting with Me Info on our College Planning Program Connect with us: Our college planning program Instagram Facebook Group…
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46: What Finding Your Fit Actually Means
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In today's episode I break down what finding your fit actually means when it comes to academics, social/emotional, financial, and softball. Along with sharing some stories of athletes from our 1:1 softball specific college planning program. Connect with us: Our college planning program Instagram Facebook Group…
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45: Why Coaches Aren't Communicating Well Right Now // COACHING SESSION
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LISTEN TO THIS IF YOU'RE AN ATHLETE WHO'S STRUGGLING WITH THE LACK OF COMMUNICATION FROM COACHES YOU HAVE A RELATIONSHIP WITH In today's episode we cover a timeline of the fall semester for coaches, a possible day schedule for coaches, and all the reasons they aren't in "recruiting mode" right now! SUBMIT YOUR OWN QUESTION Connect with us: Our c…
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44: What to do When Your Athlete Doesn't Feel Good Enough
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In today's episode I dive into why your athlete might not be feeling good enough, and some small adjustments to make to help support them. It's such a tough thing to see young women go through, and is so much more common than they realize! Connect with us: Our College Planning Program Submit a Question for the Podcast Instagram Facebook Group…
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43: Advice for First Time College Athlete Parents // COACHING SESSION
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LISTEN TO THIS IF YOU'RE A PARENT WHO JUST SENT YOUR ATHLETE TO COLLEGE FOR THE FALL In today's episode we kick off our bi-weekly coaching sessions where I answer questions from you all! There's so much advice out there for student-athletes leaving for college but what about the parents? I dive into some advice for moms and dads over the next few m…
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In this episode I cover all the hype about Sept 1st, the dead period from Aug 28th - Sept 3rd and what to do if you don't get the interest and calls you wanted on Sept 1st. If you're looking to go in depth individually grab a discounted meeting with me! (For the class of 2026, ends 9/30). Connect with us: Our college planning program …
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41: Most Common Questions About Athletes From College Coaches
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On this episode I'll go through the most common questions about our athletes that I got from college coaches this summer! Starting in September we'll also be transitioning to weekly episodes, with mini coaching sessions based on questions you all submit. Share your questions here so we can answer them for you on future episodes! Connect with us: O…
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40: A conversation with Jess & Heather of Fundamental Fastpitch
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In today's episode I welcome Jess Tanner and Heather Maloney of Fundamental Fastpitch to chat all things player development and becoming the type of athlete that college coaches look for. We start the conversation in elementary school, so this is a great one for parents of littles too! Next week on the Fundamental Fastpitch Podcast they're launchin…
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39: Choosing a Travel Ball Team
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This week on the podcast it's all about travel ball - I share some red flags to look for when looking at teams and hopefully start some good conversations for your family! Our college planning program Instagram Facebook GroupOleh Quincy Lewis-Buggs
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38: Conversations We're Having with College Coaches
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The month of June flew by! I was out every weekend chatting with coaches about our athletes and also learning their perspectives to share with you all. In this episode I cover the transfer portal, standing out to college coaches, and more! Our college planning program Instagram Facebook Group…
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37: Catching up with our Athletes at the End of Freshman Year
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This week on the podcast I chat with three alumnae of our 1:1 softball specific college planning program! Learn from Paige Bergan (Kings College), Keri Wesneski (Houghton University), and Jocelyn Jean (Elmira College) as they share some of their story and experiences throughout freshman year! Our college planning program Instagram Facebook Grou…
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36: How I Tackled Showcase Season as a College Coach
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Surprise! We're now launching new episode's on Thursday so you can listen together as a family on the way to your tournament this summer! In today's episode I take listeners through my planning process as a college coach for the summer and individual showcase tournaments. Our college planning program Instagram Facebook Group…
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35: 1:1 College Planning Enrolling Now // HERE'S WHAT TO KNOW
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We are currently accepting athletes in grad years 2025-2028 in our 1:1 softball specific college planning program! Listen to this episode to get to know the ins and outs of the program, how we support our athletes, and more! Set up a meeting to learn how we can support you Our college planning program Instagram Facebook Group…
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This week on the podcast Quincy, Diamond Dynamics Softball Owner and the voice you hear each episode, is getting real and raw about her own high school college planning and college coaching experiences. Want to chat with her after listening? Connect in the following ways: Our college planning program Instagram Facebook Group…
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33: 5 Things Committed 2024s Forget About
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Our 2024s were not thrilled that they didn't get their own grad year week, so here we are chatting all about 2024s on the podcast this week. It's such an exciting time for you all, and I can't wait to see what amazing things you accomplish over the next 4 years! Email List Facebook Group InstagramOleh Quincy Lewis-Buggs
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32: 5 Things 2028 Parents Forget About
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We're kicking off 2028 week with 5 things 2028 parents tend to forget about! Tune into our social media and join our grad year specific email list for more content! Feeling overwhelmed after listening? Jump on my schedule for a call and we can chat about how our program can support you! Email List Facebook Group Instagram…
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31: 5 Things 2027s Forget About
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We're kicking off 2027 Week with 5 things 2027s tend to forget about! Tune into our social media and join our grad year specific email list for more content! Feeling overwhelmed after listening? Jump on my schedule for a call and we can chat about how our program can support you! Facebook Group Email List Instagram…
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30: 5 Things 2026s Forget About
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We are kicking of 2026 Week with 5 things 2026s tend to forget about! Tune into our social medias and join our grad year specific email list for more content! Feeling overwhelmed after listening? Jump on my schedule for a call and we can chat about how our program can support you! Facebook Group Email List Instagram…
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29: 5 Things 2025s Forget About
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We are kicking off 2025 Week with 5 things 2025s tend to forget about! Tune into our social media and join our grad year specific email list for more content! Feeling overwhelmed after listening? Jump on my schedule for a call and we can chat about how our program can support you! Facebook Group Email List Instagram…
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28: Hard Truths About College Athletics with Two Former College Coaches
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Today on the podcast we have a unique guest...my former college volleyball coach husband! We met back in 2017 at the College of the Holy Cross as assistant coaches and here we are 7 years later. We dive into how your travel ball team can help/hurt you, parent roles, identifying talent as a coach, emails, camps, and more that college coaches aren't …
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27: Using High School Softball to your Advantage
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Today on the podcast I'm discussing all things high school softball season! From why most college coaches want you to play high school ball, to how to use it to your advantage as you make relationships with them I'll cover a bit of everything. If you're struggling with how to connect with coaches leading up to the summer, let's jump on a call and d…
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26: A conversation with Softball Climate's Jill Karwoski
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Today on the podcast we welcome Jill Karwoski, owner of Softball Climate and 20+ year college coaching veteran. She is using her experiences as a college coach to foster change by expressing truths and empowering coaches and parents in today's softball climate. On the podcast she discusses how to choose a travel ball team, evaluate your daughter's …
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25: All things College Softball with Marymount HC Paige Knussman
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This week on the podcast we're joined by Paige Knussman, head coach at Marymount University in Virginia and former Salisbury University All-American. She shares her recruiting philosophies, the process of starting a program at Marymount, and busts some common D3 myths!Oleh Quincy Lewis-Buggs
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24: A conversation with Sun Belt SAAC President Jaycee Goodwin
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This week on the Podcast I'm joined by Jaycee Goodwin, a junior at Georgia State. Along with playing softball Jaycee is extremely involved off the field as the Georgia State and Sun Belt Conference Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) President. She dives into how to make the absolute most of your college experience , along with sharing her co…
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23: Checking in with our College Athletes
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On today's episode I'm joined by three of our College Planning Program "alums" to share insights from their experiences at college so far, their college planning process, and advice they have for all of you! Our guests are: Kat DaSilva (former Honeychuck from West Islip, NY and SUNY Cortland freshman), Ava Babcock (former PA Prospect from State Col…
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22: A conversation with Team USA & Athletes Unlimited Player, Mia Davidson
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On this episode we're joined by Mia Davidson who takes us through her journey from high school athlete, to SEC standout at Mississippi State, to Athlete's Unlimited and Team USA, to playing professionally in Japan! She is a fantastic example of doing whatever it takes to be on the field having played 8/9 positions across her collegiate and pro expe…
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21: How to Take Advantage of the "Off Season"
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Coming at you with a solo pod this week going over all the off season things! Camps, coach communication, workouts/practices, and of course taking a break!! As 2023 wraps up we can't wait to see what 2024 has in store for all of you! We'll be celebrating 3 years of college planning on January 6th, adding a monthly group call membership, and of cour…
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20: A conversation with former softballer, nutritionist, and trainer Marissa DeShong
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In this episode Marissa DeShong, former D2 student-athlete and owner of Link Fitness, talks about off season nutrition/training, what she wish she knew as a student-athlete, and more! Connect with Link on Instagram DI Rules Manual D2 Rules Manual D3 Rules Manual Join our College Planning Facebook Group Connect with Quincy to see how we can…
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19: A Quick Discussion on National Letters of Intent (NLIs)
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As seniors prepare to start signing their National Letters of Intent (NLI) this week we wanted to provide some information on what they are, what they mean, and answer some questions about them! Join our College Planning Facebook Group Connect with Quincy to see how we can support you Connect with us on Instagram…
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18: A Conversation with Sport Psychologist, Dr. David Derus
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In this episode Dr. David Derus, Sport Psychologist and owner of Midwest Peak Performance, discusses: mindset, game preparation, overcoming burnout/anxiety, and more! Connect with David: DRDerus@outlook.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-derus-psy-d-lp-23186763/ https://www.midwestpeakperformance.org/ Join our College Planning Facebook Group …
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17: An Introduction to Name, Image, and Likeness with Joy Harris
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In this episode I'm joined by Joy Harris, an entrepreneur and Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) expert! She gives us an introduction to NIL and busts some myths about it as well! Whether we like it or not it seems like NIL is here to stay, so this is a great way to learn more about it and connect with someone who can help! Connect with Joy on Instagr…
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On this episode I discuss fall showcase tournaments and how to make the most of them. With the recruiting calendar opening up this weekend for DI coaches to be out at tournaments the prep work you do before game day matters more than most realize! Join our College Planning Facebook Group Connect with Quincy to see how we can support you Co…
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15: Surviving Your First Year of College Softball with Fred Dohrmann
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In today's episode I chat with 41 year veteran college coach and author of "Rookie: Surviving your First Year of College Softball" Fred Dohrmann. Over his 41 years as the head coach at Widener University, Fred truly grew with the sport and has complied a fantastic list of advice for college freshman. As many freshman are just hitting the "hard" of …
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14: Deciding not to Play with Paige Bergan
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If you've been around since the start of our podcast, you know we're all about bringing in different perspectives! Paige Bergan is a 2023 grad who went through our college planning program, had multiple offers to play in college, and still decided playing in college wasn't what is best for her. We're so thankful that she wants to share her story in…
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13: A Conversation with 2022 NCCAA Champion Kiersten Helle
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We're all about bringing you different perspectives and journeys, and Kiersten's is no different! She shares her experiences as a student-athlete at Southwest Assemblies of God University where she and her teammates won the 2022 National Christian College Athletic Association Championship! We also touch on her own college planning journey and advic…
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12: A Conversation with Coach Tony Kurucz, a 12 Year College Coaching Veteran
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In this episode I chatted with Tony Kurucz, who has spent time at the D2, junior college, travel, and high school levels. He shares some open and honest insights into the process and mistakes players/parents/coaches are making. He also shares advice on how to be the athlete that doesn't just get to, but "makes it" at the next level! Join our Coll…
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11: A Conversation with Linda McGinnis on to How to Set Yourself up for Success
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Turn 2 Softball Organization President, Linda McGinnis, shares success stories from her athletes, tips on how to choose the right fit for you regardless of division, and how to help yourself stand out from the crowd! Join our College Planning Facebook Group Connect with Quincy to see how we can support you Connect with us on Instagram…
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10: A conversation with JMU Short Stop Jasmine Hall
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James Madison University Short Stop Jasmine Hall takes us through her underclass years, her transition to college ball, and advice for high school athletes going through it all now! Join our College Planning Facebook Group Connect with Quincy to see how we can support you Connect with us on Instagram…
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9: A Conversation with Nichole Chilson on her Journey, Coaching Changes, and Overcoming Adversity
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Arizona State Softball Alum and Owner of Futures Softball, Nichole Chilson, talks with us about her journey with softball. From adapting to not just one, but two coaching changes to overcoming adversity as a freshman to advice for college softball hopefuls Nichole unpacks it all! Connect with Nichole on her Instagram page to see what she's up to wi…
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8: Being 40 hours from Home, Dual HS Enrollment, & Using HS Softball to your Advantage with Taylor Yates
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Today I'm joined by Taylor Yates, owner of Triple Play Academy in Atlanta, Georgia and former D3 softball player at Agnes Scott. Taylor shares her experiences with moving from Washington to Georgia for college, how the recruiting process worked for her as a dual HS student and community college student, and how she used a not so competitive high sc…
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7: A Conversation with Girl Athlete Confidence Coach Paige Tonz
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Today I'm joined by Girl Athlete Confidence Coach and Mentor, Paige Tonz. She played softball at Northwestern, and now works with athletes of all sports and ages to help transform them into strong women beyond the playing field or court. We touch on building confidence, social media, and imposter syndrome among other things! Connect with Paige: Pai…
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6: Finding athletes, Choosing your Experience, and Building a Program with Shawnae Campbell
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In this episode, I'm joined by Los Angles Harbor College Head Coach and owner of Pound the Zone (PTZ) Pitching, Shawnae Campbell. She shares with us how her philosophy changed on finding athletes as she built her program from the ground up, tips for athletes and parents, and why pursuing every opportunity presented to you is important! Connect with…
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5: Her Journey, Finding her Voice, and Overcoming Injury with Maddy Jean
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In today's episode I'm joined by Elizabethtown College Junior, Diamond Dynamics support staff, and College Planning Program Alum Maddy Jean. She'll share some of her own journey, what it's been like coming back from an injury, how she's started to build confidence, and is using her voice more! Join our College Planning Facebook Group Connect…
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