Coach Her Game

Coach Bre

Welcome to Coach Her Game—the podcast for coaches of girls’ sports who are ready to build elite, championship programs without sacrificing who they are. We’re ditching the old-school, male-dominated coaching playbook and diving deep into modern strategies for mental training, culture, and leadership. If you’re looking for a space where you feel seen, heard, and equipped with powerful, authentic strategies, you’re in the right place!

  1. 2H AGO

    One Document That Prevents 90% of Playing Time Conversations

    Playing time drama isn't about entitled kids. It's about unclear roles. Here's the 15-minute system that eliminates it! Join the Championship Program Membership → champions.elitecompetitor.com for more tips and resources!  In this episode, I'm breaking down why playing time drama happens (spoiler: you're probably creating it without knowing) and the exact Player Impact Plan system I use with all 12 varsity athletes. Here's what you'll learn: ✅ Why "open door policies" don't work with 14-year-olds  ✅ The confusion cycle that creates resentment and drama  ✅ How to document roles, expectations, and playing time in one meeting  ✅ Why this 15-minute investment saves you hours later  This isn't theory. It's the system I've used for years as a four-time state champion coach.  👋🏼 Hi, I'm Coach Bre, a 4-time state champion high school volleyball coach with 14+ years of coaching experience. I'm also a Certified Mental Performance Coach and co-founder of The Elite Competitor, where I help coaches build mentally tough, confident girl athletes who perform when it matters most. My signature frameworks (like the Snapback Routine and 3-2-1 BRAVE) are used by thousands of coaches to teach mental training without adding hours to their schedule.  The Player Impact Plan (PIP) gives every athlete crystal-clear answers to:  👉 What's my role?  👉 How much will I play?  👉 What are my strengths?  👉 Where do I need to grow?  👉 What does my coach expect from me?  When everyone's on the same page from day one (including parents), the drama doesn't start. Grab the PIP template here: https://elitecompetitor.kit.com/6639eaaf9f  🕓 Key Moments: 0:00 The Root Cause of Playing Time Drama 00:42 Why Players Get Confused 01:17 Common Coaching Mistakes02:10 The Player Impact Meeting Solution 02:54 What's in the Player Impact Plan 03:56 How to Make Time for These Meetings 04:29 Get the Free Template  💬 Coaches - comment below: How do you handle athlete communication and expectations?  📌 Free Tools & Next Steps 🔹 Grab our in-depth FREE training → https://coachfreetraining.com 🔹 Follow us on IG → @elitecompetitorcoach 🔹 Follow us on TikTok→ @coachhergame 🔹 Championship Program Membership: champions.elitecompetitor.com 🔹 Player Impact Plan: https://elitecompetitor.kit.com/6639eaaf9f  🔔 Subscribe for More → Never miss an episode of Coach Her Game! P.S. A few stats worth knowing: ⚡67% of high school athletes report unclear expectations from coaches as a top source of stress (Journal of Sport Psychology in Action, 2022) ⚡Athletes with clearly defined roles show 34% higher team commitment and 28% lower dropout rates (Sport Management Review, 2021) ⚡Proactive communication reduces parent-coach conflicts by 41% compared to reactive approaches (National Federation of State High School Associations Research, 2023)  The Coach Her Game YouTube channel is hosted by The Elite Competitor and is dedicated to helping coaches of girl athletes strengthen their mental game and team culture in order to develop a competitive edge.  #playingtime #highschoolcoaching #coachinggirls #teamculture #mentalperformance Head to coachfreetraining.com to grab our free training for coaches to quickly level-up your team's mental game!

    8 min

  2. 4D AGO

    The Best Way to Structure Practice as a High School Volleyball Coach

    Want a winning practice structure that builds a championship culture? Here’s how to make your practice plan work for both skills and mindset! Grab more coaching tools → https://coachfreetraining.com   Most coaches think their practices are effective… but when athletes show up late, waste time, or go through the motions instead of pushing themselves, it’s a clear sign something’s missing. In this video, I’m breaking down my 3-part system for creating practices that build connection, mental toughness, and competition—without adding hours to your day.   🎯 Learn: The #1 "must do" in the first 5 minutes of practice A proven mindset routine to boost mental toughness Simple ways to coach pressure (not just hope they handle it) How to end every practice with reflection and confidence   🎙 I’m Coach Bre, mental performance coach for girl athletes and co-founder of The Elite Competitor. I’ve led teams to 4 state titles, and I’ve learned that great coaching starts with intentional structure—not just drills.   🕓 Key Moments 00:00 Introduction: Importance of Practice Structure 00:28 Starting Strong: Pre-Practice Routine 01:36 Building Connections and Mental Training 03:09 Training Adversity and Competitive Drills 03:47 Reflection and Final Thoughts   📢 COACHES – What’s one thing you include in every practice? Drop it in the comments!   📌 Want more tools to help your athletes thrive? 🔹 Grab our FREE mental game training → https://coachfreetraining.com  🔹 Learn more about the Plug & Play Elite Mental Game → https://elitecompetitor.com/plugplayemg  🔹 Follow us on IG → @elitecompetitorcoach Head to coachfreetraining.com to grab our free training for coaches to quickly level-up your team's mental game!

    7 min

  3. FEB 16

    Why I No Longer Have an "Open Door Policy" (And What Works Better)

    The open door policy feels like the right move, but here's the truth - it's actually making communication worse. Grab the free Player Impact Plan template → https://elitecompetitor.kit.com/6639eaaf9f  I used to tell my team "just come talk to me" at the start of every season. I genuinely wanted to be approachable. But athletes don't come to you first when they have issues. They spiral, catastrophize, and create stories in their heads. By the time they work up the courage to approach you, the situation is 10 times worse.  Here's what I do instead: Player Impact Meetings at the start of the season (15 minutes to clarify role, playing time, strengths, development plan) + bi-weekly 5-minute check-ins throughout the season.  👋🏼 Hi, I'm Coach Bre, a 4-time state champion high school volleyball coach with 12+ years of coaching experience. I'm also a Certified Mental Performance Coach and co-founder of The Elite Competitor, where I help coaches build mentally tough, confident girl athletes who perform when it matters most. My signature frameworks (like the Snapback Routine and 3-2-1 BRAVE) are used by thousands of coaches to teach mental training without adding hours to their schedule.  In this episode, you'll learn: ✅ Why open door policies don't work for teen athletes ✅ The three problems with reactive communication ✅ How to structure Player Impact Meetings ✅ The exact three questions I ask in bi-weekly check-ins ✅ How this system saves me hours of drama management  This proactive approach eliminates drama before it starts, creates equity across all players, and removes intimidation barriers. It catches issues early instead of waiting for explosions.  ⚡ If you want the exact Player Impact Plan template I use, comment PLAN below.  Want the complete system for building mentally tough, confident athletes? Join the Championship Program Membership where I break down communication systems, mental training frameworks, leadership development, and team culture - all the things no one teaches you in coaching school.  This month we're diving deep into captain selection and leadership development. Check it out here: champions.elitecompetitor.com  🕓 Key Moments: 00:00 Introduction 00:59 Why Open Door Policy Doesn't Work 02:48 The Player Impact Meeting04:19 Biweekly Check-Ins 06:16 Why This System Works Better 08:16 Championship Program Membership  💬 Coaches - comment below: How do you handle athlete communication and expectations?  📌 Free Tools & Next Steps🔹 Grab our in-depth FREE training → https://coachfreetraining.com🔹 Follow us on IG → @elitecompetitorcoach🔹 Follow us on TikTok→ @coachhergame🔹 Championship Program Membership: champions.elitecompetitor.com🔹 Player Impact Plan: https://elitecompetitor.kit.com/6639eaaf9f  🔔 Subscribe for More → Never miss an episode of Coach Her Game!   P.S. A few stats worth knowing: 88% of teen athletes say they want more communication from their coaches about their role and playing time expectations (Positive Coaching Alliance, 2022)Athletes who receive regular one-on-one feedback from coaches report 43% higher confidence levels (Journal of Applied Sport Psychology, 2021)67% of high school athletes say they've experienced anxiety about approaching their coach with concerns (National Federation of State High School Associations, 2023) The Coach Her Game Podcast is hosted by The Elite Competitor and is dedicated to helping coac Head to coachfreetraining.com to grab our free training for coaches to quickly level-up your team's mental game!

    12 min

  4. FEB 12

    Sports Psychology Tips to Help Your Team Perform Under Pressure

    🔥 Your team is falling apart in a big game. Panic is setting in. What do you say? What do you do? This is how you coach through pressure like a pro. Grab more strategies here → http://coachfreetraining.com   When momentum shifts and your girls get rattled, what happens next is all on you. In this episode, I share exactly how to train AND coach your athletes through high-pressure situations—so they show up strong when it counts most.   🎯 Learn: ✔️ Real-time coaching tactics (without yelling) ✔️ Practice strategies that simulate pressure ✔️ Snapback routines & reset words that work ✔️ The exact plan that helped us win the state title under pressure   🎙 I'm Coach Bre  mental performance coach for girl athletes, co-founder of The Elite Competitor, and four-time state championship-winning volleyball coach. I’ve made every coaching mistake in the book when it comes to pressure, and I’ve learned how to turn those into powerful, practical tools any coach can use to build mentally tough teams   🕓 Key Moments 00:00 Introduction to Coaching Under Pressure 00:52 In-the-Moment Strategies for Coaches 03:02 Out-of-the-Moment Preparation 04:25 Practical Training Techniques 05:50 Visualization and Mental Preparation 09:26 Conclusion and Next Steps 📢 COACHES – What’s one pressure situation your team struggles with most? Let’s help each other grow in the comments. 👇   📌 Want more coaching tools to help you stay calm and strengthen your team’s mental game? 🔹 Grab our FREE training for coaches → https://coachfreetraining.com/   🔹 Learn more about Plug & Play Elite Mental Game → https://elitecompetitor.com/plugplayemg  🔹 Follow us on IG → @elitecompetitorcoach Head to coachfreetraining.com to grab our free training for coaches to quickly level-up your team's mental game!

    12 min

  5. FEB 9

    3 Mental Training Tools That Build Confident Athletes

    In this episode, I'm breaking down the 3 skills that actually build confidence (because "just be more confident" doesn't work). Grab the full system at coachfreetraining.com  Most coaches tell athletes to "be more confident" without teaching them HOW. Here's the problem, confidence isn't something you can talk someone into. But it IS something you can teach.  👋🏼 I'm Coach Bre - a mental performance coach for girl athletes, Co-Founder of The Elite Competitor, and a long-time head volleyball coach and 4-time state champion.  After struggling with anxiety as a college athlete and being a championship coach, I've learned that confidence comes from having tools, not from motivational speeches.  🧐 What You'll Learn: Why "shake it off" and "next play" don't actually teach a skillThe Snapback Routine - a 3-step system for bouncing back from mistakes in 2 secondsHow body language coaching changes confidence in 30 secondsThe 321 BRAVE daily mindset routine (5-7 minutes that rewire your athletes' brains)Why visualization isn't "woo woo" - it's neuroscience  This isn't theory. These are the exact tools my team uses, and they've helped us win 4 consecutive state titles. 🕓 Key Moments: 00:00 Introduction 00:15 Why "Be Confident" Doesn't Work 01:52 Tool #1: The Snapback Routine 03:49 Tool #2: Body Language 05:08 Tool #3: Daily Mindset Routine 05:22 The 3-2-1 Brave Method 07:17 Visualization & Neuroscience 07:30 Wrap Up & Next Steps 💬 Coaches - comment below: Which tool are you going to try first with your team? Snapback Routine, body language, or 3-2-1 BRAVE? 📌 Free Tools & Next Steps 🔹 Grab our in-depth FREE training → https://coachfreetraining.com 🔹 Follow us on IG → @elitecompetitorcoach 🔹 Follow us on TikTok→ @coachhergame    🔔 Subscribe for More → Never miss an episode of Coach Her Game!   P.S. A few stats worth knowing: Girls are 2x more likely to quit sports than boys by age 14, with lack of confidence cited as the primary reason (Women's Sports Foundation, 2020)Mental imagery training improves motor skill performance by 23% compared to physical practice alone (Psychological Bulletin, 2018)Athletes who use pre-performance routines experience 47% less performance anxiety and demonstrate greater consistency across competitions (Sport, Exercise, and Performance Psychology, 2017)  The Coach Her Game channel is hosted by The Elite Competitor and is dedicated to helping coaches of girl athletes strengthen their mental game and team culture in order to develop a competitive edge.  #mentaltraining #coachingconfidence #girlsathletes #snapbackroutine #321BRAVE Head to coachfreetraining.com to grab our free training for coaches to quickly level-up your team's mental game!

    10 min

  6. FEB 5

    3 Easy Ways to Fix Nerves in Serve Receive!

    🏐 Struggling with serve receive meltdowns? Learn how to build athlete resilience and mental strategy → https://coachfreetraining.com   If your athletes get in their heads and start making mistakes in serve receive—shanking passes, spiraling after an error, or playing it safe out of fear—this episode is for you. I’m breaking down the three must-have mental tools every volleyball player needs to master serve receive under pressure. Whether your team needs a confidence boost or a mental reset routine, these insights will help you coach the mental game, not just the mechanics. 🧠   👋 I’m Coach Bre – a mental performance coach for girl athletes, Co-Founder of The Elite Competitor, plus a longtime head volleyball coach and 4-time state champion. I’ve worked with countless athletes to help them overcome mental barriers in serve receive. These are the strategies that make the biggest difference when the pressure is on.   Inside this episode: ✅ The Snapback Routine: How to bounce back from mistakes in seconds ✅ The right kind of self-talk (and how to avoid fear-based thinking) ✅ Visualization exercises to build mental reps off the court ✅ Quick tips for building confident, resilient serve receive passers ✅ How to train the mental side of serve receive with your whole team   🎯 This is more than just serve receive technique—it's your guide to creating players who recover fast, stay positive, and visualize success before every match. Because no drill will work if your athletes lose the mental game. 👊   🕓 Key Moments 00:00 Introduction: The Mental Game of Serve Receive 00:30 The Snapback Routine: Recovering After Mistakes 01:32 Positive Self-Talk: Flipping the Script 02:24 Visualization: Mental Reps for Success 03:38 Conclusion: Why the Mindset Matters   👇 Coaches – what’s your biggest challenge when coaching serve receive? Drop your thoughts below!   📌 Want to build the mental game without adding hours to your plate? 🔹 Grab our FREE training for coaches → https://coachfreetraining.com 🔹 Follow us on IG → @elitecompetitorcoach 🔹 Check out our plug & play elite mental game system → https://elitecompetitor.com/plugplayemg 🎥 YouTube videos here → https://www.youtube.com/@CoachHerGame Head to coachfreetraining.com to grab our free training for coaches to quickly level-up your team's mental game!

    6 min

  7. FEB 2

    Why Your Athletes Can't Shake Off Mistakes (And What Actually Works)

    Stop saying "shake it off" without teaching them HOW. Here's the 2-second system that actually works → https://coachfreetraining.com  When your athletes spiral after mistakes, it's not because they're weak. It's because their brain is in fight-or-flight mode and you're asking them to regulate without giving them the tools.  In this video, I'm breaking down the neuroscience of why "shake it off" doesn't work and teaching you the exact Snapback Routine I use with my 4x State Championship team. This is the skill that takes athletes from spiraling for minutes to resetting in 2 seconds.  🧐 What You'll Learn: Why "shake it off" fails (the amygdala threat response)The traffic light system for mental state awareness (green/yellow/red)The complete Snapback Routine: breath, reset word, reset signalHow to teach this in 15 minutes without losing practice timeWhy athletes must practice this in low-stakes before using it in games 👋🏼 I'm Coach Bre - a mental performance coach for girl athletes, Co-Founder of The Elite Competitor, and a long-time head volleyball coach and 4-time state champion.  🕓 Key Moments: 00:00 Introduction 00:50 Understanding the Brain Science 02:50 The Traffic Light System 03:36 Recognizing Yellow Moments 04:18 The Snapback Routine 05:49 Implementing the Snapback 06:27 Bonus: Coaching Quiet Teams  💬 Coaches - comment below: What's your biggest challenge when your athletes get in their heads after mistakes  📌 Free Tools & Next Steps 🔹 Grab our in-depth FREE training → https://coachfreetraining.com 🔹 Follow us on IG → @elitecompetitorcoach 🔹 Follow us on TikTok→ @coachhergame    🔔 Subscribe for More → Never miss an episode of Coach Her Game!   P.S. A few stats worth knowing: Athletes who report high psychological safety are 27% more likely to perform at their peak in high-pressure situations. (Journal of Applied Sport Psychology, 2022)Mental skills training can improve athletic performance by 13-23%, with visualization and self-talk showing the strongest effects. (Sports Medicine Journal, 2021)70% of youth athletes report that performance anxiety negatively impacts their ability to focus during competition, yet only 12% receive formal mental skills training from coaches. (Aspen Institute Project Play, 2023) The Coach Her Game YouTube channel is hosted by The Elite Competitor and is dedicated to helping coaches of girl athletes strengthen their mental game and team culture in order to develop a competitive edge.  #mentaltraining #coachinggirls #athleteconfidence #youthsports #snapbackroutine Head to coachfreetraining.com to grab our free training for coaches to quickly level-up your team's mental game!

    9 min

  8. JAN 29

    Top Tools for High School Coaches to Build a Mentally Tough Team

    🔥Your team’s culture is either your secret weapon—or your biggest weakness. Discover my top 3 tools to build leadership & a winning mindset! Get more strategies here → https://coachfreetraining.com If you’re a coach who cares about more than just wins and stats—if you want to build resilient, confident, and mentally strong athletes—this episode is for you. In this talk, I’m sharing the top 3 tools every high school and middle school coach should be using to develop leadership, strengthen team culture, and integrate mindset training without adding more to your plate.  👋 I'm Coach Bre – a mental performance coach for girl athletes, Co-Founder of The Elite Competitor, and a long-time head volleyball coach with 4 state championships. I’ve spent the last 14+ seasons learning what actually works when it comes to the mental game. You'll learn: ✅ The leadership resource I give to every captain ✅ The culture-building system that helped me recover after a tough season ✅ The exact mental training method I use with my team weekly (20–30 min!) ✅ Why most coaches avoid teaching mindset—and how to make it simple ✅ How to build systems that actually support what you say you value 🎯 Real leadership shows up in how your athletes respond under pressure, in conflict, and when no one's watching. Let’s give them the tools that actually last.  🕓 Key Moments 00:00 Introduction: Top 3 Resources for Developing Good Culture 00:40 Resource #1: Bruce Brown’s Leadership Resources 01:59 Resource #2: JP Nerbun’s Culture System 03:28 Resource #3: Plug & Play Elite Mental Game for Teams 05:20 Conclusion: Why All This Matters 💬 Coaches – comment below: Which of the 3 areas do YOU want to strengthen most—leadership, culture, or mental game? 📌 Want to build the mental game without adding hours to your plate? 🔹 Grab our FREE training for coaches → https://coachfreetraining.com 🔹 Follow us on IG → @elitecompetitorcoach 🔹 Check out our plug & play elite mental game system → https://elitecompetitor.com/plugplayemg 🔹More of our secrets in this playlist! → https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYeP0oZHlVGnxJfK4m7ViFejx8r3hnHWL&si=2dTJGyqzt0aGyR-r 🎥 YouTube videos here → https://www.youtube.com/@CoachHerGame Head to coachfreetraining.com to grab our free training for coaches to quickly level-up your team's mental game!

    8 min
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Welcome to Coach Her Game—the podcast for coaches of girls’ sports who are ready to build elite, championship programs without sacrificing who they are. We’re ditching the old-school, male-dominated coaching playbook and diving deep into modern strategies for mental training, culture, and leadership. If you’re looking for a space where you feel seen, heard, and equipped with powerful, authentic strategies, you’re in the right place!

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  • Creator
    Coach Bre
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    73
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 Coach Her Game
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