A Conversation with Nicole Christner (Ep. 047)
Episode 047 | A Conversation with Coach Nicole – Life Pivots, Coaching Philosophy, and Embracing Growth | June 2025 In this episode of The MentalCast, host Dan Mickle interviews …
Logical Fallacies Series: Personal Incredulity
Personal Incredulity Fallacy is alive and well in youth sports. You see it every time a coach, parent, or club leader dismisses an idea with a shrug and a quick, …
Five Books That Changed My Life
Did five books really change my life? If you would have told me twenty years ago that I would write a blog about books that changed my life, I probably …
Honor The Past Without Being Trapped By It (S6:E06)
Honor the past. It is a phrase often heard in sports and coaching circles. But what does it truly mean? In this episode of The Mental Cast, host Dan Mickle …
Dear Tradition, It’s Time We Talked.
There was this coach I once worked with who had a very specific whistle. Two quick tweets for water, one long tweet to circle up, and three short tweets to …
Nailing Your Tryouts Preparation
Tryouts preparation is on your mind, and you’re feeling a mixture of excitement and nervousness. It’s the time of year when those “what if” questions start swirling in your head: …
Turning Losses Into Wins
We’ve all been there. The team you’re cheering for seems to be stuck in a never-ending losing streak, and your athlete is feeling it. It’s tough when you see your …
From Nod to Action: Strategies for ADHD Athletes
If you have a daughter who loves volleyball but struggles to follow instructions, you’re not alone. Many parents of ADHD athletes understand this challenge. Your child may look at you …
Navigating Tough Conversations: A Guide for Neurodivergent Athletes
When you’re a young athlete, navigating your way through tough conversations with your coach can feel like you’re entering a battlefield, armed with only your words. The pressure to perform, …
The Road Back…To Me.
I don’t usually post much of my doctoral work. Most of it stays tucked away in papers, discussion threads, or quiet reflections between deadlines. But now and then, something comes …