In this inspiring episode of "The Sportlight Podcast," we sit down with Stanford Soccer player Duncan Jarvie, a long-time member of the Especially for Athletes (E4A) program. Duncan shares his incredible story of resilience, offering valuable insights for young athletes who have faced the disappointment of being cut from a team or other setbacks in their athletic journey.

Through his experiences, Duncan demonstrates the power of perseverance, determination, and a positive mindset in overcoming challenges and achieving success. This episode is a must-listen for athletes, parents, and coaches looking to encourage growth and resilience both on and off the field.

Key Discussion Points:

• Duncan Jarvie’s personal journey and the challenges he faced as an athlete.
• Lessons learned from the experience of being cut from a team.
• How the principles of E4A helped Duncan persevere and find success.
• Advice for athletes navigating setbacks and striving for improvement.
• Encouragement for parents and coaches to support athletes through tough times.

Join us for an uplifting and motivational conversation that reminds us all of the strength it takes to rise above adversity and keep pushing forward.

Especially for Athletes:

Website: https://especialyforathletes.org
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EspeciallyForAthletes/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/E4Afamily
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/especiallyforathletes/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmbWc7diAvstLMfjBL-bMMQ

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Credits:

Hosted by Shad Martin
Produced by IMAGINATE STUDIO

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Support the show: https://especiallyforathletes.com/podcast/

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In this episode of "The Sportlight Podcast," we welcome former college lacrosse player and current lacrosse coach, Melissa Nash, for an inspiring conversation centered around women’s sports. Melissa shares her insights on the unique challenges and exciting opportunities that come with coaching female athletes, providing valuable perspective for anyone involved in youth sports.

We also dive into the core principles of Especially for Athletes (E4A), discussing how these principles apply to both male and female athletes and why they’re crucial for personal and athletic growth. Whether you're a coach, athlete, or parent, Melissa's experiences and thoughts on fostering resilience, strength, and confidence in young women in sports are sure to resonate.

Key Discussion Points:

• Unique challenges and opportunities in women’s sports.
• Melissa Nash’s experiences and insights as both a player and coach.
• Tips for effectively coaching female athletes.
• The importance of E4A’s core principles in building confident, resilient athletes.
  Encouragement for coaches, parents, and athletes to embrace their journey in sports.

Don’t miss this engaging conversation filled with wisdom for athletes, parents, and coaches alike, only on "The Sportlight Podcast" by Especially for Athletes.

Especially for Athletes:

Website: https://especialyforathletes.org
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EspeciallyForAthletes/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/E4Afamily
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/especiallyforathletes/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmbWc7diAvstLMfjBL-bMMQ

Join the conversation using #TheSportlightPodcast

Credits:

Hosted by Shad Martin & Dustin Smith
Produced by IMAGINATE STUDIO

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Support the show: https://especiallyforathletes.com/podcast/

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of "The Sportlight Podcast," we explore a powerful quote from pro beach volleyball player, model, business owner, mother, and wife, Gabby Reece. When asked how she manages to juggle so many responsibilities, Gabby’s response was both simple and profound: “I had to ask myself, where is the energy best placed right now in my life?”

This question aligns closely with one of the core Especially for Athletes (E4A) principles—winning the hour. In our discussion, we unpack what it means to strategically focus your energy and how making conscious decisions about where to invest your time can lead to greater success, balance, and fulfillment.

Join us as we dive into the concept of winning the hour and explore how athletes, parents, and coaches can prioritize their energy in a way that creates impactful and positive results. This episode is all about practical tips for making the most of your time and energy, both on and off the field.

Key Discussion Points:

• Gabby Reece’s wisdom on prioritizing energy and how it applies to everyday life.
• The E4A principle of winning the hour—what it means and how to apply it.
  Strategies for athletes, parents, and coaches to focus their energy for maximum impact.
• How to make mindful decisions that align with your values and goals.
• Encouragement to assess where your energy is best placed during different phases of life.

If you've ever felt stretched thin or wondered how to balance competing priorities, this episode offers guidance and inspiration. Tune in to find out how you can make the most of each hour, only on "The Sportlight Podcast" by Especially for Athletes.

Especially for Athletes:

Website: https://especialyforathletes.org
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EspeciallyForAthletes/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/E4Afamily
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/especiallyforathletes/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmbWc7diAvstLMfjBL-bMMQ

Join the conversation using #TheSportlightPodcast

Credits:

Hosted by Shad Martin & Dustin Smith
Produced by IMAGINATE STUDIO

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Support the show: https://especiallyforathletes.com/podcast/

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.