Episode: International 3X3 Mastery, and the Final Push — with Team Canada’s Katherine Plouffe

Jared here. In this episode of The Nail the Recruiting Process Podcast, I’m joined by Katherine Plouffe—one of the top women’s 3x3 basketball players in the world and the leader of Team Canada 3X3. In the midst of her final competitive season, Katherine pulls back the curtain on what it truly takes to perform at the highest level.

We talk about the mental shift that came with transitioning from 5-on-5 to 3x3, and why that shift unlocked a whole new level of creativity, freedom, and growth in her game. Katherine shares how the nature of 3x3—its speed, spacing, and nonstop decision-making—requires constant communication, adaptability, and trust. And why players who embrace the chaos, rather than fear it, tend to rise.

But this conversation isn’t just about tactics or stats. It’s about the mindset behind it all. Katherine opens up about confidence, self-doubt, overthinking, and what it really takes to push yourself to that next level—not just as a player, but as a person. Whether it’s learning a new position, managing frustration, or showing up with consistency, her path is a masterclass in humility, work ethic, and growth.

If you’re an athlete (or the parent of one) trying to understand what elite performance looks like—and what kind of mindset gets you there—this episode delivers insight you won’t find in highlight reels.

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