In this episode, I’m joined by Silver Edwards (https://silveredwardscoaching.com/) for a deep conversation on what truly separates athletes who endure from those who evolve. Mindset. Emotional regulation. Confidence. Resilience. Capacity under pressure. These are not personality traits. They are skills—and like any skill, they must be trained, practiced, and reinforced daily. We unpack the truth too often overlooked in sport: Athletes don’t rise to the mome...

In this episode of Play Beautiful, we confront a hard truth many coaches avoid: our pain isn’t a weakness — it’s part of our preparation. Too often, coaching culture rewards volume, control, and the illusion of having all the answers. But the leaders who leave lasting impact aren’t defined by perfection. They’re shaped by adversity — and by the courage to share it. This episode explores how your failures, setbacks, and storms can become one of the most powerful teaching tools you possess. Wh...

Coach, let's be honest, we all have a "bad parent" story. But, for every 1 of those we have 3 examples of parents that are supportive, grateful, and great teammates. In this week's episode, my wife, Candice and I, in true coach couple fashion, have a conversation in the car. Again, full transparency, that's likely the most time coaching couples get together. Complete with kids in the back sneezing, navigation voiceover in the background, and turn signals clicking, the whole package! Our topic...

In this episode of Play Beautiful, we explore how values form the bedrock of leadership and team culture — on the field, in the locker room, and beyond. Drawing powerful parallels between sport and military principles, we unpack how commitment, integrity, and courage are more than words on a wall — they’re behaviors that define how teams respond under pressure. From the discipline of daily habits to the trust built through shared adversity, this conversation challenges coaches and leaders to ...