41 episodes
MINDSET SPORTS PODCAST Brad Dempsey
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5.0 • 7 Ratings
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Brad Dempsey (Coach D) and Elijah Mayfield (Mayf) are two imperfect people who've had sports tremendously impact their lives. Mayf who has Down syndrome will tell you sports forever changed his life & Coach D who suffered a traumatic brain injury at 13 will tell you sports help save his.
You won't want to miss this podcast as Coach D and Mayf continue their 10 year relationship by sharing their story and the stories of others to relate, provide hope, motivate, inspire and bring out the true meaning of sports. We also have Gameday episodes talking all things Mindset & Performance. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mindset-sports/support
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#34: SURVIVORS GUILT
Welcome to Episode 34 of the Mindset Sports Podcast. In this episode Mayf & I continue with the story of 2021 Missouri Teacher of the Year Darrion "Mr. DC" Cockrell.
We've gone from talking survival to discussing how he has grown through his journey of playing sports while figuring out life. If you haven't learned by now Mr. DC is a positive energetic guy. Towards the end of this episode he shares with us something extremely vulnerable about himself. We all have a battle we face within ourselves and we couldn't be more excited for DC's courage and willingness to share. We need each other now more than ever.
Let's put it this way, if you are reading this you've waited to long to start listening!! Enjoy!!
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#33: TURN YOUR NEGATIVES INTO A POSITIVE
This is our 2nd episode with Darrion "Mr. DC" Cockrell. In this episode DC shares his story of being taken in by his middle school football coach's family. He continues to drop nuggets of wisdom by sharing with us all that he's been through. It's amazing how light hearted and open to share DC is. Be prepared for laughter because there's a ton of it in this one!!
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#32: FROM SURVIVAL TO TEACHER OF THE YEAR
Welcome to Episode 32 of the Mindset Sports Podcast.
In this episode Mayf and I welcome the 2021 Missouri Teacher of the Year Mr. Darrion DC Cockrell. DC shares his story of growing up in survival mode. His father was a drug dealer who got murdered, his mother was strung out on drugs and his brother also got murdered.
His story of overcoming and persevering through unimaginable circumstances is a true inspiration. You'll learn how his middle school football coach became an influential figure that helped turn his life around. He will tell you that most people in the situation he was in don't make it out.
But he did and now he's making a difference!!
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BONUS EPISODE: AMBASSADORS FOR THE TRUE MEANING OF SPORTS
Mayf & I were blessed with the opportunity to have Hall of Fame Sports Directors Chris Duerr & Rod Smith on our Coach D & Mayf Live Show. There were some unexpected internet & sound issues throughout the episode.
However, the time spent with these two was a true blessing. If you can hang through those issues, I will guarantee you that the content is worth it!!
These two "Ambassadors for the True Meaning of Sports" are of the best kind: Servant Leaders. God Bless!!
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#31: THE #1 RULE FOR EVERY COACH
Tune in to see what I believe should be "The #1 Rule For Every Coach". Do I have a story behind it? You better believe it!!
If you're a coach at any level I'm going to issue a challenge for you as you begin 2022.
Have a Happy New Year!! May God Bless you and your loved ones!!
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#30: 10 LESSONS HEADED INTO 22
Welcome to Episode 30 of the Mindset Sports Podcast "10 Lessons Headed Into 22".
In this episode I wrap up telling my story and give the listeners 10 lessons I've learned that can be helpful as they head into the new year. As we wrap up 2021 and celebrate the milestone of hitting 30 episodes, we invite you to celebrate with us as we head into 22.
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Customer Reviews
Brad and Mayf are the real deal. Real friends bringing real wisdom!
WOW! What a refreshing take on mindset, sports, friendship, leadership and life. Brad and May are long-time friends and allies… who each bring their own perspective, value and heart to these incredible conversations. They’re on to something BIG and it’s exciting to be listening from the very beginning! Keep up the great work guys! You’re doing good and making impact!
Love the mission of this podcast
I listened to the first few episodes and love the mission of the show. Sports are more than a game and they can teach how to handle success and failure, which carries over into every areas of our lives. Coach D and Mayf have inspiring stories and can’t wait to hear more episodes!