In this episode of The Coach Matthew Mitchell Show, we continue the Principles Power Performance series by diving into how hard work builds confidence. Coach Mitchell shares real-time insights from leading the University of Houston Women's Basketball program and explains why confidence isn’t manufactured — it’s earned through consistent, focused effort. Learn how the Winning Tools—honesty, hard work, and discipline—can transform underperformance into high performance.

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Welcome to Principles Power Performance, a special series on The Coach Matthew Mitchell Show where bestselling author and championship basketball coach Matthew Mitchell unpacks how core principles drive high performance. Broadcasting directly from the front lines of building the University of Houston’s women’s basketball program, Coach Mitchell shares real-time leadership insights on solving underperformance, building elite teams, and staying grounded through change.

In this week’s episode, Coach Mitchell kicks off the Honesty installment of the series—exploring how clarity begins with truth, how character shapes culture, and why talent, skill, and energy must align for sustainable success. Whether you're leading a business, a team, or your own personal growth journey, this series will challenge you to re-center on what matters most: your principles.

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In this episode of The Coach Matthew Mitchell Show, Coach Mitchell shares how your track record—your successes, your setbacks, and the lessons you’ve learned—can inform and fuel your future performance. Broadcasting from the exciting new chapter as head coach of the University of Houston Women’s Basketball program, Coach Mitchell offers real-time insight into how he's applying his own career wins, challenges, and wisdom to lead with confidence.

Whether you're facing a major opportunity, a tough challenge, or simply looking to grow in your leadership journey, this episode will help you examine your personal history through the lens of honesty, hard work, and discipline—the Winning Tools—and gain the clarity and courage to move forward with purpose.

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Big news! Coach Matthew Mitchell is heading back to the court as the new head coach of the University of Houston Women’s Basketball team. In this special episode, he shares his excitement, a little bit about the journey that led him here, and how he’ll be implementing the Winning Tools—honesty, hard work, and discipline—in real time. Whether you’re a basketball fan, a Houston Cougar supporter, or a leader looking for valuable insights, this episode is worth a listen. Tune in and join the journey!

In this episode of The Coach Matthew Mitchell Show, we dive deep into the three pillars of personal excellence: Character, Commitment, and Consistency. Coach Mitchell breaks down how these foundational elements shape leadership, personal growth, and long-term success. Learn how to build unshakable character, stay committed to your goals, and develop the consistency that sets high achievers apart. Plus, hear how the Winning Tools—honesty, hard work, and discipline—can help you create lasting success in every area of life. Tune in and start your journey to excellence today!

March Madness is here, and it's time to talk about building a championship team! In this episode of The Coach Matthew Mitchell Show, Coach Mitchell breaks down the 3 P’s—Principles, Philosophy, and Plan—that will help you create your version of a tournament team, whether in sports, business, or life. Drawing from his experience leading Kentucky to 17 NCAA tournament wins, Coach Mitchell shares the blueprint for long-term success. Plus, an exciting announcement—his USA Today bestselling book Ready to Win is now available in paperback! Tune in, take notes, and start building your path to victory.

In this powerful continuation of The Coach Matthew Mitchell Show, Coach Mitchell dives deeper into creating a principled process for sustained success. Drawing insights from Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni's Super Bowl journey, Coach Mitchell outlines three essential steps for building a winning mindset. He also shares powerful anecdotes from his own coaching career, including lessons learned during championship moments at the University of Kentucky. Tune in to gain practical strategies you can apply immediately to lead your team to victory.

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On this episode of The Coach Matthew Mitchell Show, we dive into the world of leadership under pressure. Using the story of Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni as a backdrop, Coach Matthew Mitchell unpacks how leaders in any field—whether sports, business, or life—must learn to block out the noise. From media pundits and competitors to the most dangerous critic of all—your inner voice—Coach Mitchell shares proven strategies to stay focused, execute with confidence, and lead through adversity. Tune in for tactical tools that will help you filter out distractions, silence the doubters, and keep your eyes on long-term success.