Today on the Championship Mindset Podcast, we welcome Keaton Albert, Head Coach of the Huntington University Forester Women’s Soccer program. Coach Albert brings a wealth of experience and passion to his first year at the helm, following six successful seasons as an assistant and recruiting coordinator with Indiana Wesleyan men’s soccer. A former standout player himself, he earned All-American honors, was named the 2015 Crossroads League Player of the Year, and helped lead his team to three conference championships. Off the field, Keaton is equally committed to developing student-athletes, both in their faith and in life. He holds degrees in Psychology and Christian Ministries, along with a Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy, and serves not only as a coach but also as an on-campus counselor—helping players grow academically, spiritually, relationally, and competitively. We hope you enjoy our conversation with Keaton Albert.

Today’s guest is Morgan Busick. In addition to being my daughter, Morgan is a former college soccer player and co-author of The Soccer Trip. She is currently working on her master’s in Athletic Training. Morgan’s journey hasn’t been easy — marked by challenges and obstacles that tested her resilience and determination. Through grit and perseverance, she’s overcome those hurdles to grow stronger as both an athlete and a leader. From her college soccer experience to advancing her expertise in athletic training, Morgan exemplifies resilience, leadership, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. Get ready for an inspiring conversation about the mindset that powers success in sport, education, and life with Morgan Busick.

Today on the Championship Mindset Podcast, I am excited to welcome Pat O’Malley. Pat’s journey is one of leadership, perseverance, and impact. A former college baseball player at Oakton Community College and Rockford University, and later a college coach at Rock Valley College, Pat knows firsthand the demands and lessons of competing at a high level. Beyond the field, Pat has dedicated himself as a teacher, mentor, and mental health advocate, helping others develop not only their skills but also their mindset and resilience. As the co-host of The Keep Going Podcast, Pat uses his platform to inspire others through honest conversations about growth, perseverance, and faith. A man of faith and purpose, Pat embodies what it means to live with a championship mindset—valuing people, lifting others, and staying committed to something greater than himself. It’s my honor to welcome Pat O’Malley to the Championship Mindset Podcast.

Today’s guest is a powerhouse in the world of mental performance — Tami Matheny. As a mental performance coach, author, and speaker, Tami has dedicated her life to helping athletes, coaches, and teams unlock their potential by training the most important muscle — the mind. She’s the author of The Confident Athlete and This Is Good, and she works daily with leaders and performers who are committed to building confidence, resilience, and clarity under pressure. With a heart for people and a passion for purpose-driven growth, Tami Matheny brings a championship mindset to everything she does — and today, she’s here to share that mindset with us. Join us as we talk about her new book, The Injured Athlete. Let’s dive into an empowering conversation with Tami Matheny.

Today’s guest is a difference-maker, author, speaker, and host of the Success Chronicles — Chip Baker. With a background in education and coaching, Chip has spent decades pouring into others with consistency, positivity, and a servant’s heart. His message is simple but powerful: live. learn. serve. inspire. And he models that every single day through his work with students, athletes, and leaders around the world. Chip brings contagious energy, deep wisdom, and a relentless commitment to growth — and today, he’s here to share what a true championship mindset looks like. Let’s dive in with the inspiring Chip Baker.

Today’s guest, Reagan Rossi is a dynamic leader in collegiate athletics.. With a career that spans coaching and athletic administration, she brings a deep understanding of what it takes to build programs, empower student-athletes, and lead with integrity. As the Director of Athletics at College of Idaho,, Reagan is passionate about developing leaders, cultivating culture, and using sport as a platform for lifelong impact. Her journey is marked by purpose, resilience, and a clear championship mindset that influences everyone she leads. Get ready for an insightful and inspiring conversation with Reagan Rossi.

Today’s guest embodies everything this podcast stands for. He’s a Heisman Trophy winner, a former NFL All-Pro with the Tennessee Titans, and now the head football coach at Bowling Green State University. But Eddie George’s story is about more than football — it’s about leadership, resilience, and the pursuit of excellence in every arena of life. From the spotlight of the NFL to the challenge of developing young men through coaching, he brings a mindset rooted in discipline, purpose, and impact. Get ready to be inspired by the one and only — Eddie George.

Today’s guest, Candace Moats is a seasoned leader, a program builder, and a mentor to countless young women. As the head women’s volleyball coach at Indiana Wesleyan University, she’s spent over two decades shaping not just championship teams, but championship lives. Her leadership is grounded in faith, driven by values, and fueled by a passion for helping athletes grow on and off the court. With wisdom forged through experience and a relentless commitment to her calling, Coach Moats exemplifies what it means to lead with a championship mindset. You won’t want to miss this powerful conversation with Candace Moats.

Today’s guest is a national champion, a powerhouse coach, and a true example of perseverance and purpose. Missy Farr-Kaye is the head women’s golf coach at Arizona State University, where she led her team to an NCAA National Championship and has built one of the top programs in the country. Her journey includes not just coaching excellence, but powerful lessons in resilience — from competing as a Sun Devil herself to overcoming personal adversity, including her courageous battle with cancer. Missy’s story is about grit, gratitude, and leading with heart — both on the course and in life. You’re in for a masterclass in mindset with the incredible Missy Farr-Kaye.

This week on the Championship Mindset Podcast we welcome Jon Gordon. Jon is a husband, father, and author. His best-selling books and talks have inspired millions of readers and audiences around the world. He is the author of The timeless classics The Energy Bus, The Carpenter, Training Camp, The Power of Positive Leadership and The Power of a Positive Team. When he’s not running through airports or speaking to businesses, hospitals or schools, you can find him playing pickleball and taking long walks which are when he gets most of his idea. In today episode we focus on Jon’s new book the 7 Commitments of a Great Team. We hope you enjoy our conversation with Jon Gordon.

This week on The Championship Mindset Podcast we speak with Legendary Soccer Coach Anson Dorrance. Anson has coached the University of North Carolina Women for 45 years where he has led the Tarheels to 21 National Championships and won over 900 games. Coach Dorrance is a 7x National Coach of the Year and also coached the US Women’s National Team from 1986 to 1994, leading Team USA to the title in the first-ever Women’s World Cup in China in 1991. We hope that you enjoy our conversation with Anson Dorrance.

This week on The Championship Mindset Podcast we speak with Dean Linke. Dean has been around the world of sports his entire life. Over the past 25+ years, he has been broadcasting games with meticulous preparation, dedication and professionalism. His broadcast highlights include calling men’s and women’s basketball for the Big Ten Network and serving as play-by-play voice for Fox Soccer-NSCAA College Game of the Week for the past seven years. Dean has called US National Soccer Team games, ACC Lacrosse, Rowing, Golf, Swimming and much more. We hope you enjoyed our conversation with Dean Linke.

Today on The Championship Mindset Podcast we welcome Mike Bianco. Mike is the Head Baseball Coach at University of Mississippi where he has been at the helm for 23 years. Over that time, as the winningest coach in program history, he has led Ole Miss to 18 postseason appearances, eight Super Regionals and two trips to the College World Series. In 2022, Coach Bianco and the Rebels completed a historic season with a National Championship at the College World Series. We hope you enjoy our conversation with Mike Bianco.

This week on The Championship Mindset Podcast we welcome David Lindsey a personal trainer and professional speaker from Sydney Australia. He is also the host of the Dynamic Company Culture Spotlight podcast. Prior to entering the business world, David was a high level athlete who competed in multiple sports. A successful career playing Rugby was cut short by a serious knee injury and in an effort to quench his appetite for competition he turned trained as a Professional Arm Wrestler. After an unfortunate accident, David went on to purse Martial Arts where he would achieve multiple belts and even competed in several MMA Cage Fights. We hope that you enjoy our conversation with David Lindsey.

This week we welcome Chris Wirth to The Championship Mindset Podcast. As the owner of No Quit Living, Chris is a Mental Performance Coach, Best Selling Author and Keynote Speaker. He is also the host of the No Quit Living Podcast. Prior to starting his business, he spent many years coaching basketball at the youth, high school and college levels. We hope you enjoy our conversation with Chris Wirth.

Today on the Championship Mindset Podcast we speak Molly Grisham. Molly spent 18yrs as a teacher and coach at the college level. During that time, she realized that she was more interested in developing her players as people rather than manufacturing a particular outcome. Molly stepped away from coaching to start her own business where could focus on helping other thrive in athletics, academics and the corporate sector. We hope you enjoy our conversation with Molly Grisham.

This week on the Championship Mindset Podcast we speak with Ken Lolla. Ken is a well known Consultant, Coach, Speaker and Author. He was a long time college soccer coach whose career included stops at Belmont Abbey, Akron and Louisville. Ken’s reputation of building successful programs included a national runner-up finish with Louisville and a top 5 final ranking with Akron. Prior to coaching, he had a distinguished playing career where he earned all-conference honors three times and 2x All-American honors with at Duke University. Today as an author and speaker, Ken provides leadership and team building for athletic departments and businesses across the country. We hope you enjoy our conversation with Ken Lolla.

Today on the Championship Mindset Podcast we speak with Mental Performance Coach Georgia Miller. Working with Peak Performance Sports, she is a certified Mental Game Coaching Professional (MGCP) and is working towards becoming a Certified Mental Performance Coach with AASP. Georgia has worked with many teams at the high school and collegiate levels across a variety of sports. She also played volleyball in college where she was a three year captain. We hope you enjoy our conversation with Georgia Miller.

Today’s guest on the Championship Mindset Podcast is James McLamb. James is the founder and CEO of Generation Youth, widely known as "America's Youth Coach." With a background in Agricultural Education and Youth Development Leadership, James is passionate about positively impacting young people's lives. As a premier youth speaker, trainer, and author of "Tomorrow's Youth," James has a unique talent for connecting with and inspiring young minds. He has also created innovative programs like the Ziglar Youth Certification and the Generation Youth Coach Certification. We hope you enjoy our conversation with James McLamb.

This week on the Championship Mindset Podcast we welcome Max Rooke. Max is a Speaker, Author, and Associate Head Coach for Pepperdine Women’s Soccer. He is the owner of Life 2 The Max and recently released his book, Max Moments. A native of England, Max grew up playing soccer before coming to the United States to play Division I soccer at Mercer University. Max’s college career included 4 conference championships, a conference player of the year award and All-American selection. Follow his outstanding college career, Max played for the Great Britain National team and competed in two World Championships. We hope you enjoy our conversation with Max Rooke.