The Cornerstone Athletics Podcast
Our mission is to impart wisdom, discipline, prudence, knowledge, and discretion to our current and aspiring athletes that will help them maximize their opportunities and change their lives through sports. To develop and support current and aspiring coaches to have the impact on the game that God intended them to. To help all leaders in the world of sports build and sustain systems and cultures that produce and promote successful athletes and coaches.
Episodes
Ever journeyed back in time through the power of music? This episode is your ticket as I recount the electric buzz of a Prince concert that left an indelible mark on my youth. The kaleidoscopic soundscape of my teenage years was painted with the artistry of icons like Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, and the emotive strums and vocal magic of Prince himself. I'll whisk you away on a tale of a hilarious hat...
There's something magical about the way a song can transport us back in time, and on today's show, we're riding that wave of nostalgia as I recount one of the most hilarious mishaps from my college football days. Imagine sitting in a tense team meeting only to have it interrupted by Kanye's "Can't Tell Me Nothing" blaring from your phone — yep, it really happened! We're...
We've witnessed countless moments where the specter of fear loomed over our young athletes, threatening to overshadow their potential. This episode is an ode to the courage it takes to step onto the court and face that invisible opponent. Through the lens of recent nail-biting tournaments, Coach Steve dissects the psychological battleground our children navigate in competitive sports, and why embracing d...
Have you ever stood at the crossroads of personal loss and professional victory, feeling the weight of both in equal measure? I'm back, Coach Steve, and in this raw and heartfelt exchange, I'm sharing the tumultuous journey that's kept me from you, blending tales of family heartache with the exuberant wins of the volleyball season. My daughters, true champions in their age groups, have been a b...
How often do we consider the true essence of time? Are we making the most of the precious moments we have? That's precisely what we grapple with in this riveting episode. As parents and coaches, we delve into the principle of cultivating high expectations, especially in sports, with the hope that our children grasp this ethos and apply it across all facets of life. We also tap into our personal experienc...
Can the principles that have led you to success as an athlete be used to inspire your children to thrive in sports and life? Step into our world as my wife and I, both former division one athletes, share our experiences and insights, including how to avoid projecting our experiences onto our children, and instead adjusting our methods to fit their individual needs.
We cover the importance of setting ...
Have you taken a moment to consider the dramatic changes in today's youth sports culture? What are the implications of this shift from neighborhood little leagues to elite clubs on our children? In our latest episode, we expose the reality of the so-called "soft era of kids," and how we, as parents, can step up to build resilience in our young athletes.
Through an honest assessment of ...
Have you ever considered how visibility plays a crucial role in your life and faith? Is it reflected in your actions or merely spoken of? This episode is a deep dive exploration into the concept of visibility in our lives, and how it is mirrored in our faith. Join me, Coach Steve, as I share my personal spiritual journey and reflect on profound life experiences. I delve into the eight elements of human existe...
Ever wondered how the spiritual dimension resonates within the sports world? Well, grab your headphones because we're about to illuminate how the transformative power of God's love influences athletes, coaches, and parents. We're back after a whirlwind couple of months, from nabbing fifth place at USA Volleyball Nationals in Minneapolis and third at AAU Nationals in Orlando, to wrestling with r...
Coach Steve dives into some of the "other" layers that make sports difficult and how you can become aware of them and help your athletes grow and thrive through the adversity sports bring!
Coach Steve debriefs the MEQ National Qualifier in St. Louis and talks about the "other stuff" that comes with sports and the importance of helping your athlete know how to think about sports!
Coach Steve discusses three questions you need to ask yourself to better navigate this current climate of sports.
We are still talking about how to build champions on this episode! Coach Steve dives into what we can do as parents to help build a championship level athlete!
Coach Steve kicks off Season 2 discussing that when you are building champions it is imperative you know that your mission is bigger than sports!
Coach Steve breaks down the experience from NIT Triple Crown in Kansas City this past weekend. Tune in to hear how the team did.
Coach Steve's girls are playing some big competition this weekend at the NIT Triple Crown Volleyball tournament. Tune is as he discusses some of the conversations he had with them!
Coach Steve discussed the important role parents play in helping their kids be prepared for BIG competition.
Coach Steve discusses the importance of never forgetting that we are preparing our athletes for BIG competition!
Coach Steve brings the No Excuses mentality to the parents! Tune in as he discusses how parents are an important part of the leadership circle of sports!
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