Season 5 gave us 18 guests and a whole lot of “wait…that’s really good” moments. So for this finale, I’m bringing those highlights back — the motivation, the coaching nuggets, the practice ideas — all the stuff you’ll want in your back pocket this offseason.

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Honorable Mention Episodes:

Ep. 222: 10 minute post-game reflection episode - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000713420780

Ep. 228: Erin Coffel: Even the best get BETTER - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000719776038

Ep. 221: Bluey Episode: Cricket - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-cleats-come-off/id1525612274?i=1000712428011

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Ep. 60 - Rachel Folden: How to master your swing and build a great relationship with your athlete - https://player.captivate.fm/episode/085128cf-72c0-49ca-8085-703936c1c402/

Ep. 159 - Make the most of your off season by doing this - https://player.captivate.fm/episode/d8c823d0-a315-49f7-9011-bf18e763b250/

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In this episode, Ashley sits down with mental skills coach, Amanda Shaefer, to explore three science-backed tools that can transform your mental game: body mirroring, gratitude, and visualization.

You’ll learn how to build stronger connections through body language, rewire your brain through gratitude, and mentally prepare for success before it even happens.

Whether you’re an athlete, coach, or parent, this conversation will help you play — and live — with more focus, confidence, and calm.

🧠 What You’ll Learn:

• How body mirroring builds trust and confidence

• The science of gratitude and its impact on mindset

• Why visualization activates the same pathways as physical practice

• Simple ways to make these tools part of your daily routine

💡 Your Mental Challenge This Week:

1️⃣ Mirror someone’s body language and notice the shift.

2️⃣ Write down 3 things you’re grateful for.

3️⃣ Visualize your next moment of success before it happens.

Small shifts = big results. 💪

🔗 Connect with Amanda: https://www.facebook.com/fearlessfastpitchmentaltraining

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📸 Instagram: @fearlessfastpitch

✨ Let’s Keep the Conversation Going!

Which of the three — body mirroring, gratitude, or visualization — are you going to try first?

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Past episodes with Amanda:

Ep. 10 - How to create a “mental edge” with Fearless Fastpitch Founder Amanda Schaefer - https://player.captivate.fm/episode/304c6bde-2880-4bc8-b7d4-26ec40f40588/

Ep. 152 - Gaining the mental edge as a hitter: Recording from the Fearless Warrior Podcast w/ Mental Performance Coach, Amanda Schaefer - https://player.captivate.fm/episode/c3332097-04b1-46ae-9194-55ee630f10b5/

Ep. 162 - Conquer your BIGGEST fear…and a BIG announcement! - https://player.captivate.fm/episode/bdf014fe-d735-4522-bced-b78ad4a61f13/