MINDSET SPORTS PODCAST

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!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindset-sports/support

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!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindset-sports/support

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!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindset-sports/support

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!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindset-sports/support

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!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindset-sports/support

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. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindset-sports/support

Welcome to Episode 29 of the Mindset Sports Podcast "Burnout". In this fifth episode of telling my story, I share with the listeners how I let my drive and desire to be successful lead to burnout. We all have different personalities and different ways of coping with our weaknesses. Working harder and always thinking I needed to do more became a way of coping for me. Mayf leads me through sharing stories of how hard work and taking on to much led me to be out of balance in different aspects of my life. Which eventually led me to experience complete burnout. Regardless of our age it is so so important to understand that the foundation and the fundamentals are absolutely necessary to live a happy, healthy life. It is my hope that this episode will lead you go do some reflecting. We can all learn from our past mistakes and use them to grow and improve. I hope and pray that is the plan for you!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindset-sports/support

Welcome to Episode 28 of the Mindset Sports Podcast. This is a GAMEDAY Episode ' No Holds Barred Steel Cage Match'. Mayf loves pro-wrestling and said he would like to do an episode covering his favorite the WWE. I've had my days as a fan so I said what a great idea. In this episode we will talk about our favorite wrestlers and dive into the mentality these men have to bring to compete night in & night out. To cap off the episode Mayf & I will debate on who would win a 'No Holds Barred Steel Cage Match'. As you'll learn this is a debate where you will have to come up with your own conclusion on who would win. Ding, Ding, Ding!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindset-sports/support

Welcome to Episode 27 of the Mindset Sports Podcast "Inclusion". Recently Mayf & I received some news that stirred up some emotions in both of us. We don't have all of the details and through experience I know we won't get all of the details. For that reason we decided to have this episode focus on the importance of inclusion. Mayf & I sit down and have a casual conversation telling stories about how inclusion has impacted our lives. You listeners have gotten to know Mayf pretty well but let me tell you something he is one of my best friends for a reason. He's loyal, loving, caring and values every single person he comes across. We all have a small circle of people in our lives that we feel like we can trust and Mayf is definitely in mine. After listening to this episode, if you haven't yet go back and listen to episodes 2-6 where we tell Mayf's story. These episodes spotlight how inclusion has impacted May'f life but more importantly how it has impacted thousands of others. Help us spread the word about the importance of inclusion and take it a step further by seeing how you can bring inclusion to your school or work place. It's not if you can or you can't, it's if you will or you won't!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindset-sports/support

Welcome to this Bonus Episode of the Mindset Sports Podcast "Community, Teamwork & Mental Health". This episode is like no other Episode Mayf & I have done before. In fact it's probably the longest episode we will ever do. Why you ask? We've been presented the opportunity to spotlight community leaders working together to bring Mental Health into the spotlight. In this episode you'll learn how a leadership group I'm a part of teams up with a local health network as they open up multiple Mental Health Crisis Access Points. You will get to learn about two great organizations, who these Mental Health access points will serve and get to hear some open, personal conversations surrounding Mental Health. If you have takeaways from this episode let them be this: Get involved in your community & break the stigma of Mental Health by encouraging others to get help by having honest, open conversations. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindset-sports/support

Welcome to Episode 26 of the Mindset Sports Podcast. This is a GAMEDAY episode titled "Once A Pirate Always A Pirate". In this episode my wife Gala joins me on the podcast for the very first time. Our hometown Hannibal High School football team has made the Missouri State Championship for the first time since 2006 and the second time in their history. Once A Pirate Always A Pirate has become a hashtag amongst Pirate parents and alumni to support the team as they head towards the big game. So I thought the GAMEDAY episode would be a great opportunity to join in on the fun. To make this more relevant it's important for you to know that Gala and I met in 8th grade at Hannibal Middle School. I thought it would be fun for us to team up to talk community, high school sports and the love we have for our hometown. We have a great time remembering where we came from, where it all started for us and discussing the impact schools can have on their community. Gala goes glory days on me a few times but I do my best to keep her in check. At the end I use the Mindset Minute to share some advice with the Pirate players & coaches from my experiences in big games. I hope this episode gives you a quick moment to reminisce on the positive moments of your high school days and encourages you to always be involved in your local schools. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindset-sports/support

Welcome to Episode 25 of the Mindset Sports Podcast "My Story: Getting Fired". This is the 4th episode of me sharing my story with our listeners. In this episode I begin to share my journey as a teacher & a coach after the passing of my mother. I talk about getting fired from my first head coaching job and how you never know in life what pitch is going to be thrown your way. As I share this chapter of my story it is my hope to spread the message that there is an opportunity to learn and grow from every situation. Even when you feel like you've been completely wronged there is a place where you can take ownership. Taking ownership and striving to continue to personally develop allows for that next chapter to be better than the last. Thank you for continuing on this journey with me. May God continue to bless you and your loved ones during the holiday season!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindset-sports/support

Welcome to Episode 24 of the Mindset Sports Podcast. This is a GAMEDAY episode where I'm discussing "Gratitude in Sports & Beyond". You'll hear me say this time and time again, having balance in your life plays a crucial role in having consistent success. And having gratitude has to be included in that balance. Gratitude isn't a word we hear often when we are talking sports. Well in this episode I'm going to do my best to convince you that it should be. Being thankful & appreciative is something we all need to include in our every day lives. For some reason we see this lost when it comes to what we put into our sports & competition. You can help by setting an example of gratitude in whatever aspect of sports you are involved in. Remember kindness mixed with a positive attitude is contagious. I can't thank you enough for your continued support of the Mindset Sports Podcast. I appreciate you and look forward to you helping me spread the word!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindset-sports/support

Welcome to this Bonus Episode of the Mindset Sports Podcast, 'The Gift of Life' Thanksgiving Edition. For this Coach D & Mayf LIVE Show Thanksgiving episode, Mayf and I wanted to bring on a guest who has a true understanding of the gift of life. As we all know Thanksgiving is a time of being thankful and showing gratitude for all of our blessings. Unfortunately, we are all guilty of taking our health, our relationships and our opportunities for granted at times. Our super special guest Dr. Crystal Moseley is able to share with us a story with a perfect perspective for the Thanksgiving holiday. She recently was the recipient of a life saving kidney transplant from a complete stranger. But that's just a small part of the story. Her positive attitude, her drive, her love of exercise and her understanding of needing others sets a beautiful example for all of us to follow. And this is coming from someone who truly understands the gift of life. Happy Thanksgiving to all of our amazing listeners. May God Bless you and all of your loved ones!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindset-sports/support

Welcome to Episode 23 of the Mindset Sports Podcast, "My Story: Blessed with Adversity". In the third episode of telling my story listeners are able to see how the adversity I had been through began to become a blessing. We all have moments in our lives where we feel stuck with nowhere to go and I'm a true believer that just continuing to inch forward will allow that adversity to become a blessing in your life. I've learned how critical decision making and the choices we choose to make are in our lives. If we allow our suffering to get the best of us, chances are we will make choices that keep us in that suffering. It is my continued hope that you are able to see that my failures, my mistakes and the lessons learned from those are what is shaping me into what I believe is the person God wants me to be. Remember your gift is in your story. If listening to my story or the stories of our guests has encouraged you to share yours don't hesitate to reach out to me. There is no doubt we can relate it to sports and it is a fact that you will gain two new friends along the journey. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindset-sports/support

Welcome to Episode 22 of the Mindset Sports Podcast. This is a GAMEDAY episode where I'm discussing "Handling Entitlement". Having spent years as a teacher, coach and administrator, I've been a part of thousands of conversations around the feelings of entitlement that surround our younger generations. While all of the finger pointing takes place the importance of taking responsibility continues to crumble. Because of this we've all looked for the easy button and have become entitled in our own way. The age of instant gratification right? Well it's not working and it is my hope that this episode sheds some light on the issue. Athletes, teachers, coaches, parents and organizational leaders listen up!! I'm pretty fired up in this episode. It's time for all of us to invest and take responsibility. In the long run hard work crushes entitlement every single time!! If you enjoy this episode or any of our other episodes help us spread the word by giving us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Please know we are extremely thankful for your listenership & we pray that God Blesses you and your loved ones!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindset-sports/support

Welcome to Episode 21 of the Mindset Sports Podcast "My Story: Going Cold Turkey & the Turning Point. In this episode I continue telling my story shifting from my high school years to my college years. It truly is amazing how the struggle can continue, the results can be similar but growth and development can still occur. Mayf does another great job of serving as host in this episode as I share that I barely graduated college and had no clue what I was going to do with myself afterwards. The same story as the end of my high school years. Through my teenage and college years I think I told my mom every single day that I just wanted to feel good and she wasn't going to stop until that happened. You'll learn how I hit a breaking point going cold turkey on all the psychiatric medications I was on and how it led to the turning point I needed in my life. These first two episodes of telling my story really do lay the foundation of our listeners being able to see how God has blessed my life in so many ways. It's so easy for us to forget or not even think of the blessings that come from the adversity you face in your trials in and tribulations. I just hope that me sharing my story is a good reminder that it's not easy, it never will be and you really don't want it to be. Happiness and joy are on the other side of hard. Please never forget that!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindset-sports/support

Welcome to Episode 20 of the Mindset Sports Podcast. In this GAMEDAY episode we discuss 'The Importance of Body Language' for athletes, coaches, parents and game officials. I believe that poor or negative body language has become an under addressed issue in youth and high school sports across the country. It is important that our leaders, our coaches and our parents set the example with positive body language as well as hold accountability to our young athletes by teaching them that negative body language is unacceptable. If you are interested in some great opportunities for athletes at Mindset Sports stay tuned until the end for the Mindset Minute. I will discuss the 'Earn Your Sunrise' small group in season Mindset & Performance coaching as well as the 'Attack Your Week' planning membership. Thank you so much for tuning-in to the Mindset Sports Podcast. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindset-sports/support

Welcome to this Veterans Day Bonus Episode on the Mindset Sports Podcast 'Mental Toughness with Army Veteran Travis Crutcher. This is a recording from our Coach D & Mayf LIVE show on Labor Day but we felt it would be appropriate to release it on Veterans Day to celebrate all of our veterans out there!! In this episode Mayf and I dive into the topic of Mental Toughness with Travis. He has tremendous leadership experience from his time in the military and now is a speaker & coach with a podcast that is inching towards the to top 1% in the world. He shares some really awesome stories and gives tremendous value on getting aligned with your purpose. Travis is just a stand up amazing guy who is using his story to fuel his passion and his purpose. We are extremely thankful for him and all of our veterans out there. On behalf of Mayf & I thank you for your service!! May God bless all of you, your families and the United Stats of America!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindset-sports/support

Welcome to Episode 19 of the Mindset Sports Podcast 'My Story: I'm Sharing Mine to Encourage You to Share Yours'. I just figured out this morning that I scheduled to begin sharing my story on the same day we are announcing the official launch of Mindset Sports. To me that is everything coming full circle and has God written all over it. In this episode I begin to tell my story from age 13 through high school. I talk about surviving a terrible car accident, suffering a traumatic brain injury and what that was like in the mid to late 90s. The relevancy of my story is the same as everyone else. I've found my passion, my purpose and most importantly my gift in my story. My gift of my love for people and passion for sports comes from what I have experienced along my journey. It has been extremely hard and challenging at every turn but I wouldn't want to have it any other way. I hope you can find something relatable in my story that will encourage you to share yours. Because you matter and so does your story!! Thank you in advance for coming on this journey with me over the next few episodes. And thank you to 'Mayf the Motivator' for stepping in as the host!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindset-sports/support

Welcome to Episode 18 of the Mindset Sports Podcast. Our first Friday 'GAMEDAY' episode. Today's topic is 'What is Mindset Sports?' I am super excited to release our new 'GAMEDAY' episodes. It is my hope to consistently provide value that will benefit each of our listeners on their sports journey and more importantly on their journey in life. Take a listen to this quick episode to learn what Mindset Sports is and see how it may benefit you, your athlete or someone you know. You can find Mindset Sports at mindsetsports.life. the Mindset Sports FB page, on LInkedIn as well as Instagram & Tik Tok. Please remember we are new and growing. Last but not least we are excited to announce that everyone that invests in Mindset Sports programs & coaching will always have the opportunity to earn their investment back through referrals. More to come!! Have a quick listen and we will be back to providing value in next Friday 'GAMEDAY' episode. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindset-sports/support

Welcome to Episode 17 of the Mindset Sports Podcast 'Give Your Gift Away Every Day'. In this episode I tell the story about how coach Don Meyer has forever impacted my life and how I am working to share the message he gave me with the world. Yes that message is 'Give Your Gift Away Every Day'. Mayf and I have put a quick pause on bringing in guests so that I can share my story with our listeners to better help them understand the why and the purpose behind Mindset Sports & the Mindset Sports Podcast. This episode is sharing a small part of my journey to help the listeners understand my passion, my purpose and my message when it comes to personal growth & development. We also announce the addition of weekly 'Gameday' episodes where we focus on mindset when discussing and providing value on different sport topics. We hope you enjoy and you follow Mayf & I in giving your gift away every day!! Stay tuned for my story in the following episodes and for some upcoming amazing guests. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindset-sports/support

Welcome to this Bonus Episode of the Mindset Sports Podcast 'Fear of Failure' Halloween Edition. In this episode we bring a special mystery guest on the Coach D & Mayf Holiday LIVE show to celebrate Halloween. You can't see us but we are dressed up as the Blues Brothers. Mayf doesn't know who the guest is but soon finds out it isn't Jason but it is our good friend and former tight end for the Alabama Crimson Tide football team, Hale Hentges. Hale was a senior captain, 2 time national champion and 3 time SEC champion during his time with Roll Tide. He went to high school with Mayf and I had the opportunity to coach him in basketball and be the athletic director his senior year. You don't want to miss out on the wisdom Hale shares about 'Fear of Failure' and his time being coached by Nick Saban. You couldn't ask for more from a former division 1 and professional athlete. Regardless of the level he gives the gold when it comes to attitude and effort. Enjoy as we speak with one of the most coachable, hard working athletes I've ever met!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindset-sports/support

Welcome to Episode 16 of the Mindset Sports Podcast "Always Dream Big: The Traveling Sand Lot". We are back with our second and final episode with Coach Ballgame. All I can say is Wow!! It's amazing how a person with a dream, a passion and a purpose can create greatness. We are so appreciative of Coach Ballgame sharing his story and how his dream is coming to life. In this episode Coach talks about how a donor of a family who didn't even know him gave money towards his Sand Lots because they loved his purpose. We learn how that money was put to use this summer as Coach Ballgame, his wife and precious daughters traveled across the country putting on sand lots and sharing their love of baseball. Oh and Coach got to live out childhood dreams of his own. You'll want to listen to this episode from start to finish. Hopefully, it inspires you to start dreaming, keep dreaming and then to put your dreams into action!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindset-sports/support

Welcome to Episode 15 of the Mindset Sports Podcast "Coach Ballgame: A Message for All Parents & Coaches". In this episode Mayf & I sit down with our new guest James Lowe, better known as Coach Ballgame. You will learn real quick that Coach Ballgame is an innovator. His ability to mix old school with new school in order to give the kids what they really need is a special gift of his. We talk with coach about the opportunity Mayf had to play in one of his sandlots this summer. We learn where his passion comes from. And we learn lessons from him that every parent and coach needs to hear. I love how he emphasizes 'FUN' when it comes to his teachings, his sandlots and the way he views living his life. It's really amazing how simple it can be. You don't want to miss our two episodes with Coach Ballgame. This coach has found his gift and he's giving it away every single day!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindset-sports/support

Welcome to Episode 14 of the Mindset Sports Podcast "Faithful Forgiveness: Give Yourself Space & Grace to Grow". Some of you may be asking what do some of these episodes have to do with sports. And my answer is everything! Every aspect of your life affects the other. You may be in the best shape of your life physically but it's where you are at mentally that will always directly impact your performance.  In our final episode with Brryan Jackson he gives us golden wisdom on how to forgive others but more importantly how to start forgiving ourselves. As we have heard in his prior two episodes Brryan has relied on his faith to face the challenges his circumstances have dealt him. In this episode he explains the triangle of balance and how he applies it to his life and how you can apply it to yours. My advice would be to listen intently because his wisdom has the potential to change your life. After listening to this episode I believe you will definitely consider forgiving, focusing on your faith & giving yourself space and grace to grow! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindset-sports/support

Welcome to Episode 13 of the Mindset Sports Podcast "You are Worthy, You are Worth It & You are Loved". In our 2nd episode with speaker & coach Brryan Jackson we learn that he went nearly 17 years of his life before he felt accepted as a part of something outside of his own home. Most of the obstacles laid in front of Brryan were out of his control, yet he continued to persevere and look for a place where he fit in. We've all witnessed rejection and the emptiness it leaves inside. The lack of self-worth and the desire to just fit in. It's unfathomable to think of all of the years Brryan felt rejected and not wanted. It's amazing to learn how Brryan fought through his no's until he finally found a yes in sport he hadn't imagined. I think we can all relate to wanting to feel, worthy, worth it and loved. This episode will inspire and motivate you to keep working towards your goals! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindset-sports/support

Welcome to Episode 12 of the Mindset Sports Podcast "When Circumstances Are Out of Your Control". Words can't explain the power of this episode with speaker and coach Brryan Jackson. Brryan's ever so unique story of the circumstances he faces daily from an unthinkable act will touch your heart. Growing up Brryan consistently heard phrases like "we don't want you here", "my mom said we can't hang out with you anymore", "if you just weren't here there wouldn't be a problem". Now Brryan uses his experiences and his deep faith to speak and coach using phrases like "we cannot do it on our own", "learn to suffer well", "it is strength to be honest about where you are in life." Brryan's story and his message is so important for all of us to hear. With society continuously battling the stigma surrounding Mental Health we need leaders like Brryan Jackson more than ever. Be prepared to be in awe of the man Brryan has chosen to become regardless of the circumstances he faces.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindset-sports/support

Welcome to Episode 11 of the Mindset Sports Podcast "The Impact of a Father & Love of a Daughter". In our final episode of telling the story of Rocky Sickmann, Mayf and I bring on his daughter Chelsea & son in law Kalen to give our listeners a view of Rocky from the lens of his loved ones. I think at some point in our lives we all ask God why we have to suffer. I truly believe Rocky Sickmann is a living, breathing example of why. What he endured from 444 days as a hostage in Iran will cause him suffering for the rest of his life but through the struggle he has found his gift and gives it away every single day. In this episode you can see the true love and admiration Chelsea has for her father. You'll learn how she first found out what her father had been through and how he continuously impacts her life everyday. This casual conversation is one of my favorites so far. Sit back, relax and be prepared to enjoy another amazing episode of the Mindset Sports Podcast. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindset-sports/support

Welcome to Episode 10 of the Mindset Sports Podcast "Making The Most of It". In our third episode with Marine Sgt. Rocky Sickmann, we bring on his best friend Billy Gallegos who was held hostage with him in Iran. Rocky & Billy were in a room together for over 400 days while being held hostage. We are captivated as they tell stories of how they passed the time of going through what I would describe as a living hell. From being tied down, rarely seeing daylight, to facing mock firing squads and constantly being blindfolded these two have found a way to overcome their challenges to give back to others. You will see the special bond they built as they did their best to handle their time in captivity. Towards the end of the episode we take the time to discuss the ever so important topic for many of our veterans, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. As you listen to this episode do your best to put into perspective what Rocky and Billy have been through while serving our country. We are all truly blessed to have these two amazing men as an inspiration to us all. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindset-sports/support

Welcome to Episode 9 of the Mindset Sports Podcast "Patience Love & Teamwork". In our second episode with Marine Sgt. Rocky Sickmann, he shares the beautiful love story of him and his wife Jill who waited for him at a young age while he was held hostage in Iran. Their love story is a true testament to patience being a virtue and how important it is to have patience in your relationships with others. In this episode Rocky also gives us a view of teamwork through two different lenses by sharing about his time in the military and also of how he learned a different perspective of teamwork from his wife Jill & son Spencer. Sit back, relax and be prepared to gain some wisdom as it just pours out of Rocky when he shares stories of patience, love & teamwork. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindset-sports/support

Welcome to Episode 8 of the Mindset Sports Podcast "Love of Family, Love of Faith & Love of Country". Episode 8 begins our 4 episode journey with special guest Marine Sgt. Rocky Sickmann. Rocky is most commonly known for his time as a hostage when the U.S. Embassy in Iran was taken on November 4th 1970. In this Episode Rocky shares with us how his sports memories from growing up played a huge role in getting him through his time as a hostage. He even shares an amazing story of a so called wresting match with Iran's Olympic wrestler. Most importantly he shares with us how he was raised to focus on 3 things: Love of Family, Love of Faith & Love of Country. On a side note Mayf & I had some sound difficulties in this episode, so we apologize ahead of time. You can hear Rocky fine so we are powering through and will improve our sound on episode 9. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindset-sports/support

Welcome to this bonus episode of the Mindset Sports Podcast "The Power of Perspective". In this episode we help our listeners get dialed in on our purpose for the Mindset Sports Podcast, before we start bringing on our amazing guests. It is so important to understand how powerful perspective can be in your life. We want to encourage you to continually work on building the skill of viewing life through different lenses and having the willingness to walk a mile in another's shoes. If you tune into our episodes with an open mind and go on the journey with our inspiring guests, you are sure to walk away inspired and ready to do more. It's so amazing what can be accomplished when you combine your passion for sports with your love for others. We hope you enjoy "The Power of Perspective"! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindset-sports/support

Welcome to Episode 7 of the Mindset Sports Podcast "Manager of the Year". In this episode you will learn how Mayf made the jump from high school sports to college sports when Coach Moseley asked him to become the manager for the Lincoln University Basketball team. Now the president of the University, Coach Moseley looks back on his time with Mayf as his manager that eventually lead Mayf to becoming the Sports Locker Magazine "Manager of the Year". Mayf's running for messing up the shot clock, to hitting free throws to end practice to Coach Moseley having an Extra Chromosome, Extra Awesome game is all part of the story of these two amazing individuals. Be prepared to be inspired by now President Dr. Moseley speaking of what Mayf means to his program and the University. His perspective on life is something we can all learn from. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindset-sports/support

Welcome to Episode 6 of the Mindset Sports Podcast "Coach Em Up". In this episode Mayf & I bring on the 3 coaches that he managed under during high school. It is awesome to hear how each coach had their own unique relationship with Mayf. They each share how he impacted their specific programs and brought a great deal of energy, motivation & a ton of fun. It is beyond amazing the measures each of these coaches went to make sure Mayf stayed on as their manager after he graduated high school. You will learn how the mutual respect between Mayf and his coaches are shared to this day. Don't let Mayf kid you in this episode as he grills Coach Wyrick pretty hard. Coach Wyrick is definitely one of his favorites of all time. As you listen to this episode be prepared to laugh out loud and enjoy the true meaning of high school sports. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindset-sports/support

Welcome to Episode 5 of the Mindset Sports Podcast the "Reunion with The Boys". In this episode we bring on 3 of Mayf's best friends who went to school with him from Kindergarten all the way through their senior year in high school. Of course we talk glory days but the beauty of this episode is the bond that these young men have with Mayf. Now graduated from college these fellas are in a stage of their life of having careers, getting married and starting families. The stories and laughter shared throughout this episode make it clear that no matter what stage they are in, they will view their friendship with Mayf as one that lasts a lifetime. Sit back and be prepared to listen to these four young men as their character shines through! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindset-sports/support

Episode 4: Welcome to Episode 4 of the Mindset Sports Podcast "The Making of Mayf". In this episode Mayf's parents Todd & Pam Mayfield join us again to continue telling his story as he transitioned from elementary/intermediate school to high school. You will learn how they took a huge leap of faith by sending to him to a Catholic School that didn't necessarily accommodate his needs, because of a group of young people that they wanted to keep Mayf around. The stories they share about these young kids from elementary through high school are heart warming and a true testament to how we should all want our kids to be. From there the rest is history. You will truly learn that Mayf is the definition of a trailblazer by the stories told in this episode. Fasten your seatbelt because what you are about to hear is just the beginning as Mayf continues to trailblaze his way through life. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindset-sports/support

Episode 3 (*there is a 10 second pause from 5:05-5:15): In this episode Mayf's parents join us as guests to tell "The Story of Elijah Mayfield". Todd & Pam Mayfield give us a raw look of their journey of learning that their son may have Down syndrome to learning that he does. It is so difficult to put into words the power of this episode. It truly is amazing to see how a circumstance that left them with fears and little hope turned out to be the blessing of a lifetime. There are so many out there that are going to be able to relate with Todd & Pam as they tell Elijah's story. Get your tissues ready and be prepared to be inspired. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindset-sports/support

Bonus Episode: This was a LIVE recording of the "Coach D & Mayf Show" to celebrate the 4th of July. In this episode we speak with special guest, Lt. Colonel Mike Roberts about how he has displayed courage in his life while overcoming challenges as a young athlete, beating cancer, leading soldiers searching for bombs at war and raising his beautiful family. Near the end Coach D brings on a special special guest Becky Roberts to surprise Lt. Colonel Roberts & Mayf. You won't want to miss this episode as it is filled with raw emotions from tears to laughter. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindset-sports/support

Episode 2: In this episode Coach D introduces his co-host Elijah "Mayf" Mayfield and they take you on the journey of how they met and tell the story of the phone call that brought this podcast into existence. This particular episode lays the foundation for the telling of how sports changed Mayf's life. You will love how a relationship that started 10 years ago when Coach D was 28 and Mayf was 15, has transformed into lifetime friendship and them working together at Mindset Sports. As you will hear they are just two imperfect people enjoying life and the sports they love. Sit back and be prepare yourself for laughter as you hear how it all began! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindset-sports/support

Episode 1: In this episode Coach D (Brad Dempsey) shares a brief glimpse of his story of overcoming adversity and how sports helped save his life. The goal of this short episode is to provide context for the Mindset Sports Podcast by telling the listeners what it's about, why him and his co-host Mayf are doing it and how they are going to go about reaching their goal of "FINDING THE TRUE MEANING OF SPORTS". --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindset-sports/support