The Fearless Warrior Podcast

Coach AB, Amanda Schaefer
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The Fearless Warrior Podcast, a place for athletes, coaches, and parents who know the value of a strong mindset. Each week, join Coach AB, founder of Fearless Warrior, known for the #1 Softball Specific Mental Training Program, as she dive’s deep into all things mental performance, mindset tools, how to rewire the brain for success, tackle topics like self doubt, failure, and subconscious beliefs that hold us back, and ultimately how to help your athletes become mentally stronger.

  1. 128: The Mindset Required to Compete at the Elite Level with Jenna Lilley

    16H AGO

    128: The Mindset Required to Compete at the Elite Level with Jenna Lilley

    We are diving into the archives today and going back to 2020 with Jenna (Lilley) Weisberg, a retired professional softball player. She is an alum for the University of Oregon and Team USA. Jenna opens up about the mindset required to compete at the elite level, and shares her honest insights about overcoming adversity. Episode Highlights: Day in the life of a D1 softball playerImportance of teammates and team cultureOvercoming injuries and mental health strugglesPractical recruiting advice for young athletesHow writing down your goals can impact long-term successThe importance of playing with passion and energyConnect with Jenna: IG: @jennakate00 More ways to work with Fearless Warrior Learn about our proven Mental Skills Program, The Fearless Warrior ProgramBook a One on One Session for your AthleteBook a Mental Skills Workshop for your Team or OrganizationFollow us on Social Media Facebook @fearlesswarriors.orgInstagram @fearlesswarriorInstagram @fearless.coach.abX @CoachAB_YouTube @fearlesswarriorcoaching

    33 min
  2. 127: The ONE Thing High Performers Focus On with Kim Zuroff

    MAR 11

    127: The ONE Thing High Performers Focus On with Kim Zuroff

    On this week's episode of the Fearless Warrior Podcast, I interview Kim Zuroff, a seasoned executive coach and keynote speaker, who helps high-level professionals cut through the chaos, gain clarity, and lead with confidence. We explore how to build sustainable high performance through clarity, one keystone habit, and consistent action, without burning out. Episode Highlights: • Defining a clear vision to avoid the wrong ladder • Consistency over intensity as a winning strategy • Boundaries with technology as performance tools • Mindfulness practices for presence and focus • Playing the long game and enjoying the process Connect with Kim: LinkedIn: Kim Zuroff IG: @kimzuroff More ways to work with Fearless Warrior Learn about our proven Mental Skills Program, The Fearless Warrior Program Book a One on One Session for your Athlete Book a Mental Skills Workshop for your Team or Organization Follow us on Social Media Facebook @fearlesswarriors.org Instagram @fearlesswarrior Instagram @fearless.coach.ab X @CoachAB_ YouTube @fearlesswarriorcoaching

    42 min
  3. 126: How to Implement Team Mental Training in 30 Minutes a Week like USA Explosion

    MAR 4

    126: How to Implement Team Mental Training in 30 Minutes a Week like USA Explosion

    Today, Coach Kara sat down with a Fearless Warrior Mom to give us the inside scoop on the Fearless Warrior Team Curriculum. She shared how her daughter’s softball team turns mental skills into a real competitive edge. Episode Highlights: • How plug-and-play lessons fit busy coaches and engaged parents • Building a common language for resets and routines • Turning vulnerability into trust and steady energy • Repeating the curriculum yearly to refresh culture Want to learn more about the team curriculum? Send us a DM or an email to hello@fearlessfastpitch.com. More ways to work with Fearless Warrior Learn about our proven Mental Skills Program, The Fearless Warrior Program Book a One on One Session for your Athlete Book a Mental Skills Workshop for your Team or Organization Follow us on Social Media Facebook @fearlesswarriors.org Instagram @fearlesswarrior Instagram @fearless.coach.ab X @CoachAB_ YouTube @fearlesswarriorcoaching

    32 min
  4. 125: Inside OU Softball: Grit, Faith, and Mental Game with Riley Zache

    FEB 25

    125: Inside OU Softball: Grit, Faith, and Mental Game with Riley Zache

    In today's episode, Coach Kara and our Warriors talk with OU’s Riley Zache. She shares practical routines, recruiting lessons, and advice to younger athletes who want to own their path. Episode Highlights: • Living with bilateral hearing loss and adapting to hearing aids • Shifting mindset freshman year • Staying ready off the bench and owning preparation • Identity beyond softball through faith and hobbies • Blue Collar Mentality learned from Patty Gasso • Why OU felt like home Connect with Riley: IG: @zacheriley More ways to work with Fearless Warrior Learn about our proven Mental Skills Program, The Fearless Warrior Program Book a One on One Session for your Athlete Book a Mental Skills Workshop for your Team or Organization Follow us on Social Media Facebook @fearlesswarriors.org Instagram @fearlesswarrior Instagram @fearless.coach.ab X @CoachAB_ YouTube @fearlesswarriorcoaching

    31 min

  5. FEB 18

    124: Gold Medal Mindset: Olympic Examples We Are Loving

    The 2026 Winter Olympics are a perfect opportunity to watch the world's best athletes compete both physically and mentally. The Games will take place in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo, bringing together thousands of athletes from around the globe competing in snow and ice sports such as skiing, figure skating, hockey, snowboarding, bobsled, and more. Coach Kara, Sarah, and Amara take over this week's podcast to break down the importance of watching mental skills in action. Many of the same mental skills discussed in today’s episode are actively coached inside the Fearless Warrior Program. If you want to help your athlete build confidence, stay composed under pressure, and compete fearlessly, this episode is your masterclass in Olympic-level mindset. More ways to work with Fearless Warrior Learn about our proven Mental Skills Program, The Fearless Warrior Program Book a One on One Session for your Athlete Book a Mental Skills Workshop for your Team or Organization Follow us on Social Media Facebook @fearlesswarriors.org Instagram @fearlesswarrior Instagram @fearless.coach.ab X @CoachAB_ YouTube @fearlesswarriorcoaching

    43 min

  6. FEB 11

    123: Do These 3 Things to CRUSH Your Tryout with Confidence

    In today's episode, I am going to give you 3 POWERFUL things you can do tonight that will set you up for success whenever your tryouts are: 1. How to not let your identity be defined by your sport. 2. How to journal so you feel prepared and confident in your skills. 3. How to productively evaluate your performance. Ready to take your mental prep to the next level so you can have your best season ever? That's all possible inside Fearless Warriors! Our newly formatted resource to have a Mental Performance Coach in your corner. Real skills, live reps, coaching sessions, and more! More ways to work with Fearless Warrior Learn about our proven Mental Skills Program, The Fearless Warrior Program Book a One on One Session for your Athlete Book a Mental Skills Workshop for your Team or Organization Follow us on Social Media Facebook @fearlesswarriors.org Instagram @fearlesswarrior Instagram @fearless.coach.ab X @CoachAB_ YouTube @fearlesswarriorcoaching

    21 min
  7. 122: You Belong Here: The Mindset Shift That Changed Payton Gottshall’s Career

    FEB 4

    122: You Belong Here: The Mindset Shift That Changed Payton Gottshall’s Career

    This week, Coach AB and our Warriors sit down with professional softball player Payton Gottshall to unpack the mental work behind elite softball. From SEC doubt to year-round pro play in the U.S. and Mexico, she shares routines, recruiting advice, and the mindset shift that turned pressure into power. Episode Highlights: • Journaling for clarity and next-day resets • Vocal self-talk and mid-inning communication • Pitcher routines, breath, and between-pitch resets • Travel recovery, sleep planning, and hobbies • Transfer choice, culture fit, and finishing strong Connect with Payton: IG: @p.gott More ways to work with Fearless Warrior Learn about our proven Mental Skills Program, The Fearless Warrior Program Book a One on One Session for your Athlete Book a Mental Skills Workshop for your Team or Organization Follow us on Social Media Facebook @fearlesswarriors.org Instagram @fearlesswarrior Instagram @fearless.coach.ab X @CoachAB_ YouTube @fearlesswarriorcoaching

    34 min
  8. 121: How to Be More Consistent by Building Better Systems with Justin Su'a

    JAN 28

    121: How to Be More Consistent by Building Better Systems with Justin Su'a

    Today, I go behind the scenes with Justin Su'a, Podcast Host, Author, and CEO of Performance Advisory Group, to show how elite athletes design simple systems that hold up under pressure. We unpack environmental design, feedback loops, and why competence beats confidence when it matters most. Episode Highlights: • Systems by design vs systems by default • Separating life from sport with a "mental locker" • Environmental design that makes good habits easy • Defining and owning a real process • Guiding youth athletes through tiny starts and constraints • Preparation receipts to anchor confidence Connect with Justin: IG: @justinsua - *DM the word "IMPACT" to join his newsletter* Podcast: Increase Your Impact  Podcast: Diggin' Deep Shows Podcast: Losing Control More ways to work with Fearless Warrior Learn about our proven Mental Skills Program, The Fearless Warrior Program Book a One on One Session for your Athlete Book a Mental Skills Workshop for your Team or Organization Follow us on Social Media Facebook @fearlesswarriors.org Instagram @fearlesswarrior Instagram @fearless.coach.ab X @CoachAB_ YouTube @fearlesswarriorcoaching

    51 min
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The Fearless Warrior Podcast, a place for athletes, coaches, and parents who know the value of a strong mindset. Each week, join Coach AB, founder of Fearless Warrior, known for the #1 Softball Specific Mental Training Program, as she dive’s deep into all things mental performance, mindset tools, how to rewire the brain for success, tackle topics like self doubt, failure, and subconscious beliefs that hold us back, and ultimately how to help your athletes become mentally stronger.

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  • Creator
    Coach AB, Amanda Schaefer
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    131
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Fearless Warrior Podcast
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    The Fearless Warrior Podcast

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