• 014: Olympic Coach Shawnee Harle on Mental Toughness, Athelte M
    Jul 14 2025

    🔗 Full Blog Post:⁠www.JeffHeggie.com/blogs/shawnee-harle⁠

    In this powerful episode of Challenger Deep: Athletes Rising Above Adversity we sit down with Shawnee Harle—a two-time Olympian, former Assistant Coach for Canada Basketball, and now a sought-after mental toughness coach helping athletes and high performers overcome adversity and unlock their full potential.

    From the Olympic sidelines to the frontlines of mindset mastery, Shawnee shares:

    • Why adversity is “getting what you don’t want”—and how to grow through it

    • The real meaning of mental toughness and how athletes can train their minds like their muscles

    • How emotional resilience is a competitive advantage in both sport and life

    • What every athlete, coach, and parent needs to know about performance under pressure

    Her insights are bold, refreshing, and deeply practical.


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  • 013: Caroline Tripp | How a Basketball Player Became a Confident Athlete by Overcoming Adversity
    Jun 30 2025
    Read the full blog post here: https://www.JeffHeggie.com/blogs/caroline-trippReady to become a more confident athlete? Join the 4 Week Win Challenge: https://www.JeffHeggie.com/winListeners of this podcast get 25% off high-quality dōTERRA products and supplements: https://www.confidentathleteprogram.com/doterra25In this episode of Challenger Deep: Athletes Rising Above Adversity, we sit down with Caroline Tripp—an inspiring basketball player, coach, and leader who opens up about her powerful journey of becoming a confident athlete.Caroline shares what it truly means to rise above adversity—how setbacks, injuries, and self-doubt shaped her growth on and off the court. From learning to trust herself again after injury to stepping into a leadership role as a coach, Caroline’s story will resonate with every athlete who’s ever questioned their identity or struggled to rebuild their confidence.Caroline’s early basketball journey and the role sports played in shaping her identityHow she overcame multiple injuries and the emotional toll that came with themWhy confidence isn’t something you're born with—but something you can buildHow personal development and mindset training transformed her lifeThe importance of showing up for yourself and others when things get toughHer advice to young athletes facing fear, insecurity, or burnoutWhether you're an athlete, a coach, or someone who loves stories of growth and resilience, this episode offers real talk, practical insights, and inspiration to keep going—even when the road is rough.Confidence is a choice. Caroline didn’t wake up one day with it—she built it through repetition, reflection, and resilience.Adversity is part of the process. Injuries, setbacks, and struggles aren’t signs to stop. They’re signals to lean in and grow.Athletics is about more than performance. True personal development happens when you integrate mindset, habits, and belief with your training.If this episode hit home, you’re going to love the 4 Week Win Challenge. It’s designed for athletes, entrepreneurs, and high performers who want to level up their daily routines, boost performance, and build long-term success habits.With coaching, structure, and accountability, you’ll stop “starting over” and start building unstoppable momentum.➡️ Join the 4 Week Win Challenge nowAs a listener of this podcast, you can get 25% off dōTERRA’s world-class essential oils, supplements, and wellness products. These are the same tools many elite athletes use to support recovery, sleep, focus, energy, and more.🛒 Grab your exclusive discount here: https://www.confidentathleteprogram.com/doterra25If you know a basketball player or athlete who’s battling adversity or struggling to rebuild their confidence, send them this episode. Caroline’s story is one they need to hear.🎧 Full episode and show notes: https://www.JeffHeggie.com/blogs/caroline-trippSubscribe for more inspiring interviews with athletes and coaches who’ve risen above adversity and are using their stories to impact the world.💬 Drop a comment below with your biggest takeaway or tag someone who needs this message.The Confident Athlete Apparel: www.ConfidentAthleteProgram.com/storeBusiness Opportunity with Jeff & Tami: https://www.jeffheggie.com/build-your-business-1#ConfidentAthlete #BasketballPlayer #OvercomeAdversity #AthleteMindset #PersonalDevelopment #AthleteConfidence #MentalToughness #ChallengerDeep #JeffHeggie #4WeekWinChallenge #doTERRA #Leadership #AthleteLife #SportsPsychology #BasketballTraining🎙️ What You'll Hear in This Episode:🧠 Caroline’s Big Lessons:🔥 Want to Become a More Confident Athlete?💪 Take Care of Your Body and Mind📢 Share This With an Athlete Who Needs It
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    36 mins
  • 012: Mastering the Mental Game: Dora Kurimay on Confidence, Performance, and Inner Strength
    Jun 16 2025

    http://www.jeffheggie.com/blogs/dora-kurimayUnlock the secrets of mental toughness and peak performance with sports psychology expert Dora Kurimay. In this powerful episode of Challenger Deep: Athletes Rising Above Adversity, Dora shares how athletes and high achievers can build true confidence, handle pressure, and develop unshakable mental resilience. Drawing from her experience as a former elite table tennis player and mental performance coach, she reveals how mindset, emotional regulation, and identity shape success in both sports and life.Whether you're an athlete, coach, or entrepreneur, this conversation will inspire you to step into your full potential.🔗 Read the full blog post: [Insert Link]🎯 Learn about our sponsor: Get 25% off dōTERRA products at www.ConfidentAthleteProgram.com/doterra25How would you like the strategies elite athletes use to perform at their best? Get a FREE 14 day trial of The Confident Athlete Program at www.ConfidentAthleteProgram.com Get the program that is guaranteed to help you build habits that transform your life, boost your health and create lasting change! Go to www.JeffHeggie.com/win to learn about The 4 Week Win Challenge

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    38 mins
  • 011: The Crash of the Rhinos: How Byrnes Softball Rose from Adversity to State Champions
    Jun 2 2025

    www.JeffHeggie.com/blogs/byrnessoftballListeners of our podcast can get an exclusive 25% discount on all of their dōTERRA products and supplements at https://www.confidentathleteprogram.com/doterra25Get your Confident Athlete Program and This Is Good merchandise at www.ConfidentAthleteProgram.com/storeWhat happens when a high-pressure team embraces joy, unity, and mental toughness? In this powerful episode of Challenger Deep: Athletes Rising Above Adversity, mental game coach Tami Matheny shares the behind-the-scenes journey of the Byrnes High School Softball Team, who broke an 83-game win streak and shocked the nation by capturing the South Carolina 5A State Championship.You’ll hear:How a group of young athletes became a “Crash of Rhinos” and embodied resilienceThe mindset tools and leadership strategies that shifted their entire seasonA walk-off win by a seventh grader that stunned the crowdHow to coach through adversity and build a championship cultureWhy fun, trust, and knowing your “why” are essential ingredients for successWhether you're a coach, parent, or athlete, this episode is packed with inspiration and actionable strategies for rising above any challenge.🔗 Learn more and grab free resources: www.ConfidentAthleteProgram.com📕 Get the book: www.JeffHeggie.com/freebookhttps://www.jeffheggie.com/doterra-business-opportunity

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    31 mins
  • 010: Beating Cancer, Building Champions: Madelyn Wilson’s Unstoppable Volleyball Journey
    May 5 2025

    What happens when a dream collides with a diagnosis?

    In this unforgettable episode of Challenger Deep: Athletes Rising Above Adversity, D1 volleyball player Madeline “Mad” Wilson shares how she beat stage 4 cancer—twice—and still fought her way back to the court, helping her underdog team win back-to-back conference championships at Wofford College.

    Mad gets raw about mental health, toxic positivity, being underestimated, and how a relentless “why” helped her rise from hospital rooms to high-stakes NCAA matches. She also opens up about the profound connection with her coach after her coach’s son was diagnosed with cancer, revealing how life’s darkest moments can lead to purpose and impact far beyond the game.

    🎯 If you’ve ever felt like the odds were stacked against you, this is the episode you need.

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    30 mins
  • 009: 25 Rejections to Head Coach: Coach Armando Jacinto’s Journey of Grit, Growth & Mentorship
    Apr 21 2025

    www.JeffHeggie.com/blogs/chipbakerListeners of our podcast can get an exclusive 25% discount on all of their dōTERRA products and supplements at https://www.confidentathleteprogram.com/doterra25What does it take to rise above stereotypes, adversity, and 25 job rejections? In this powerful episode of Challenger Deep: Athletes Rising Above Adversity, Coach Armando Jacinto shares his incredible journey from a 5'8" Hispanic athlete facing stereotypes to becoming a multi-sport coach, Athletic Director, and author.Coach Jacinto opens up about:Navigating rejection (25 head coach interviews before his first “yes”)Breaking barriers in coaching as a Hispanic leaderThe life-changing influence of his mentorsWhy soft skills like empathy and communication elevate leadersHow he’s mentoring the next generation of coaches through The Path for Coaches: Mentoring💥 This episode is a must-listen for coaches, athletes, and anyone chasing their dreams through adversity.📚 Grab the book: The Path for Coaches: Mentoring https://amzn.to/42Mbeie🎓 Learn more: Coach Jacinto’s Twitter🎁 Get 2 free weeks of the Confident Athlete Program + bonus resources: www.ConfidentAthleteProgram.com/ChallengerDeep👉 Subscribe and share if this inspired you to keep pushing through your challenges!

    #ChallengerDeep #CoachingJourney #AthleteMentorship #OvercomingAdversity #CoachLife #SportsLeadership #MentalToughness

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    29 mins
  • 008: The Path For Coaches - How Mentors Shape Champions with Chip Baker and George Lee
    Apr 21 2025

    www.JeffHeggie.com/blogs/chipbakerListeners of our podcast can get an exclusive 25% discount on all of their dōTERRA products and supplements at https://www.confidentathleteprogram.com/doterra25Join us for a deeply inspiring conversation on Challenger Deep: Athletes Rising Above Adversity with bestselling author and educator Chip Baker and co-author George Lee as they unveil their new book, The Path for Coaches: Mentorship.In this episode, Chip and George explore the power of mentorship in coaching, education, and life. They share personal stories of adversity turned into opportunity, the life-changing impact of their mentors, and how their new book brings together 20 influential voices to guide the next generation of leaders.🎯 Whether you’re a coach, teacher, athlete, or parent, this episode is packed with wisdom, practical lessons, and unforgettable moments that will inspire you to lead with purpose.🔗 Learn more about the book and upcoming release👉 https://amzn.to/42Mbeie💡 Topics Covered:How mentorship transforms adversity into growthReal-life coaching stories that inspire leadershipLessons from The Path for Coaches: MentorshipWhy mentorship is more important now than ever📚 Follow Chip Baker and George Lee for updates and release info.🎧 Subscribe to Challenger Deep for more stories of athletes and leaders rising above.

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    33 mins
  • 007: The Athlete's Edge: Sherry Winn's Secrets to Mental Strength & Peak Performance
    Apr 7 2025

    https://www.jeffheggie.com/blogs/sherrywinnListeners of our podcast can get an exclusive 25% discount on all of their dōTERRA products and supplements at https://www.confidentathleteprogram.com/doterra25🔥 How Champions Think: Sherry Winn on Mental Toughness, Overcoming Adversity & Peak Performance 🔥What separates elite athletes from the rest? In this powerful episode of Challenger Deep: Athletes Rising Above Adversity, two-time national champion, Hall of Fame coach, and former Olympian Sherry Winn shares the mindset, strategies, and mental toughness that define true champions.🏆 In this episode, you’ll learn:✔️ How to push through setbacks and turn failure into fuel✔️ The key to developing an unshakable champion mindset✔️ Strategies for handling pressure and performing at your best✔️ What top athletes do to stay focused, confident, and resilientWhether you're an athlete, coach, or competitor looking for an edge, Sherry’s wisdom will inspire you to rise above challenges and achieve greatness!👉 Subscribe for more episodes on mental toughness and peak performance: [Insert Channel Link]👉 Follow Jeff Heggie for more athlete mindset insights: [Insert Social Links]🔔 Don't forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SHARE this episode with fellow athletes!#SherryWinn #AthleteMindset #MentalToughness #PeakPerformance #ChallengerDeep #OvercomingAdversity #ChampionMindset #SportsPsychology #AthleteMotivation #WinningMindset

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    35 mins