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Real players, real women, real stories. Let's take a look into all the best advice, behind the scenes, and personal stories that these amazing Women in basketball have to tell.

Jae Taft


    • Dec 18, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 31m AVG DURATION
    • 68 EPISODES


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    Owning YOUR Role On The Court

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2023 63:47


    Chantelle Anderson joins us on the podcast today and let me tell you...you're not ready for this episode. Chantelle is a former WNBA player and is now a business owner. We talk about how owning your role and who you are sets you up for success, playing for God's glory, and what's next in her life!   Head to https://www.hellofresh.com/coachjaefree and use code coachjaefree for free breakfast for life and get your meals today! 

    Why Your Lack Of Patience WILL Set You Back As An Athlete

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2023 44:56


    Reaching the next level in your performance is what every athlete strives to accomplish. But our lack of patience and wanting results without putting in the groundwork can really hurt that chance. Jess Racz joins us on the podcast today as we discuss all things regarding the process of athletic development, game application training, and what's next with her training! Head to https://www.hellofresh.com/coachjaefree and use code coachjaefree for free breakfast for life and get your meals today!  Game Changers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegamechangersshow/  Jae's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachjaetaft/ Jess's IG: https://www.instagram.com/coachjrperformance/ Jess's Training Resources: https://my.playbookapp.io/jess-racz  

    Confronting The Fear Of Failure With Melissa Lambert

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2023 61:31


    Melissa Lambert joins the podcast today for an episode where we dive deep into how to have a conversation with fear, create boundaries between parents and athletes, and ways to grow in our mental performance. As we all know having a strong mindset is a POWERFUL tool when it comes to performing in our sport. I urge you to take notes and put into practice all the tips Melissa brought to the podcast today.  Game Changers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegamechangersshow/ Jae's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachjaetaft/  

    How To Be A GREAT Shooter W/ BriAnna Garza

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2023 51:26


    Everyone wants to be able to shoot like Caitlin Clark or Steph Curry, but that takes hard work, patience, and technique. I had my good friend BriAnna Garza from Shooters Shoot on the podcast today and this is a conversation you don't want to miss. We cover topics about common mistakes basketball players make on their shot, how to build confidence, and what's next in women hoops! Game Changers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegamechangersshow/ Jae's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachjaetaft/  BriAnna's Links:  https://www.instagram.com/shootersxshoot70/ https://www.shootersxshoot70.training/  

    The BEST Piece Of Advice I've Been Given

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2023 29:58


    I have collected 5 of the best pieces of advice that you gave me on Instagram and also on previous podcast episodes. We dive into topics that include work ethic, how to get better at using your mindset, and how to love the aport you play. Come join the conversation.

    Where Does My Value Come From? With Chaz Smith

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2023 67:33


    Athletes! I know it is so easy for us to compare our value as a person to how we perform on the court. But this couldn't be farther from the truth. Whether it is how we perform in a game, searching for approval from parents, or trying to find worth in how we perform these are all real topics we struggle with. This is why I am so glad we are joined by Chaz Smith on today's episode to help us navigate these heavy topics.   Hello Fresh! Use code 50coachjae to ger 50% off and free shipping! https://www.hellofresh.com/pages/podcast?c=50COACHJAE&mealsize=4-2&dm=first-box-meals&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=cpm&utm_campaign=podcast50off&vs_campaign_id=8d336cff-96af-42f5-a638-7810727d3587&utm_content=act_podcast_podcastads

    How To Be A Successful Point Guard

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2023 19:05


    Being a point guard was one of my favorite things about playing basketball. I wouldn't have wanted to be in any other position or role for my team. With that being said I am bringing you 5 ways to help you be a successful point guard. I am so excited about this episode and can't wait for you to join the conversation.

    What happened at my lowest point in my athletic career? Q&A

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2023 34:20


    After a month off of podcasting I wanted to do a Q&A and open up to what's been on my heart. Chatting about all things confidence in your athletic ability, how to score the basketball, how many years I have been coaching, etc. Come join the huddle!

    I LITERALLY Ran My Butt Off!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2023 53:50


    Finally got my amazing friend Sarah on the podcast! Sarah and I dove into topics surrounding coming back from an intense injury, how parents can show up for their kid's athletic career, and how we found out identities outside of our athletic performances.

    The Impact of A Women's Basketball Coach With Laura Neal

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2023 36:43


    Sat down with one of my good friends, Laura Neal. We broke down why we love being basketball trainers, why community is so important, and why we believe you can glorify God through athletics.

    5 Mistakes I Made As An Athlete

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2023 20:22


    I made a lot more than 5 mistakes as an athlete but here are some that I want to focus on.

    Are You Taking Ownership Of Your Athletic Journey?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2023 41:13


    Are you taking ownership of your athletic journey? Or is everyone else to blame? Had an amazing opportunity to sit down and talk with my good friend Ben Gluntz! We talked all things homeschool basketball, respecting teammates, and ownership of your life.

    Life After College Athletics and Dealing With Team Drama

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2023 54:30


    We have Taylor Hall on the podcast today! We dive into all things life after college athletics, starting basketball "late", and being able to have fun with fitness! 

    Are Parents Ruining Youth Sports?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2023 75:29


    Hot take central in todays episode of Game Changers! We talk about parents ruining their child's experience in sports, parents coaching their kids, and my relationship with my father during my athletic career. So excited for you to join me today in this conversation!

    ATHLETES! REST IS ESSENTIAL

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2023 16:54


    Athletes! Rest is essential to your development...and it's also biblical. I loved getting a chance to sit down and chat about my heart towards rest and what God has been revealing to me about it as well. Rest is essential and I want to encourage you to dive deeper into this topic.

    DO FITNESS AND FAITH GO TOGETHER? W/ LIV SWEARINGEN

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2023 38:09


    Liv joined us on the podcast today and it was one of my favorite episodes to record! Come join the conversation on how faith and fitness do go together and how we navigate our fitness journeys.

    HOW TO RECOVER FROM AN INJURY

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2023 14:24


    The pod is back! In today's episode, I go over where I've been, the name change, and the new vision of the podcast. I also answer a few frequently asked questions I get on my social media platforms.

    Our Pet Peeves: Basketball Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2022 23:12


    We all have them...pet peeves. But today Jae and Emma discuss their pet peeves when it comes to the basketball court. Comment down below what your pet peeve is in basketball.

    Not Playing With Fear & Being a College Strength Coach

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2022 31:30


    Jen Taft joins us on the Podcast today sharing her journey being a college strength coach, what she has learned, and how she uses her athletic journey to impact athletes today. 

    What Are You Letting Control Your Thoughts?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2021 27:03


    Being aware of what controls your thoughts is crucial as an athlete. Becca Buchs lets us in on her advice and experience when it comes to building a powerful mindset as a former college basketball player. 

    The Differences Between High School & College Basketball

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2021 27:06


    When it comes to going from high school basketball to college there are some differences we want you to be prepared for. In this episode Emma and Jae break down the differences the experienced as well as some interesting stories to go along with it!

    From Bench To All-Conference

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2021 27:10


    Some people say it's impossible, but Abby had other plans in mind. Listen how Abby Buchs shares her story on how a hard worth ethic can help you from hardly playing to earning your spot on the all-conference team. You're not going to want to miss this episode!

    There's No Success Without Adversity

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2021 35:44


    Over a year ago Jess opened up her training facility because she saw a need that needed to be filled. We invite you to listen to Jess's story on how it's been since opening up her facility, the trails she has faced, and her "why" that keeps her going!

    Great Players Adopt These Habits

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2021 25:31


    Season 3 is here!! Starting off the season right with discussion the habits that the best players adopt. As athletes we believe it is so important to learn from other successful athletes and learn from their habits that that lead to success.

    The Journey From Beginning To End

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2021 28:55


    And that's a wrap! Season 2 is completed and here is our look back to such an amazing season. We also dive into what all of you can look forward too in season 3 and more!

    Our Most Embarrassing Stories

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2021 28:27


    We've all been there when we were just flat out embarrassed and wondering, "why did that just happen?" In today's episode we go over some of our most embarrassing stories while playing basketball and laugh with the memories.

    How To Be A Great Leader

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2021 28:28


    Being a great leader will help you lead your team to a successful season. We talk about 5 different ways you can improver your leadership skills and ultimately lead you to being a great leader!

    Giving Up Is Not An Option

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2021 31:08


    With her main mission being to give back and impact the community, Bre brings the heat to the podcast! We talk about working hard require having fun, owning a brand called Never Surrender Studios, and owning who you are. Are encourages us that giving up in the face of adversity is not an option. Your dreams can still come true and become a reality.

    First 6 Months Of Coaching: What We Learned & Didn't Expect

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2021 49:41


    Switching roles from player to coach is an exciting and growth oriented journey. On this weeks episode we talk about what we have learned from coaching already and how we see the game in a different light. 

    The Importance Of Building Relationships With Your Athletes

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2021 31:48


    Building relationships between coach and player is so crucial. Why? Because as the coach, we are able to build trust with your athletes and really train them they way they deserve. Tierra Webb comes on the podcast today to explain the importance of relationship building and its impact.

    How To Prepare For Basketball Season

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2021 35:35


    Being prepared is always a good idea. Emma and Jae bring their tips and advice to the podcast today on how to best prepare for basketball season. 

    Shooters Shoot- Impacting The Women's Game

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2021 30:02


    Shooters shoot and that's what we do. Bri joins us for the second time on the podcast to talk about how she is using her skills, knowledge, and passion to impact the women's game of basketball. What a fun episode and you don't want to miss out on the movement that Bri is starting!

    Coming Back From An Injury - Overcoming & Getting Back

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2021 28:59


    Getting injured playing a sport you love is never a fun season to go through but Lauren McBryar joins the podcast today and gives encouragement on how to face this time in your life. She talks about staying the course and staying focused on the controllables. How can I you show up for you team? How can you do the intentional stuff off the court? Stay the course and don't be discouraged because you will end up exactly where you need to be!

    Emotions Should Be Accepted As An Athlete - Mindset Skills, coaching, & More

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2021 34:57


    Ashley is back and dropping wisdom all over the place in this episode! We cover why showing emotions with your sport is appropriate, the difference between mental health and mindset skills, and Ashley's journey with coaching!

    Comparison - How To Focus On Your Unique Talents

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2021 31:15


    Comparison is the thief of joy. This is very real in the athletic world. Emma and Jae break down comparison and help you find practical ways to owning your unique talents and focusing on your path and not someone else's!

    Showing Up - How Understanding Your Personal Journey Sets You Up For Success

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2021 31:22


    Power duo sisters Kristina and Ashley joins us today and talked about how playing pro, having your own journey, understanding mindset skills, and believing in your worth ultimate leads you to where you're supposed to be. Keep showing up because it's gonna be worth it in the end.

    What Is Success?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2021 28:05


    Sydney Buck joins the podcast this week covering some huge topics this week such as success, confidence, and life after basketball. So honored to have Sydney spend some time with us sharing encouragement and wisdom from these topics.

    Where It All Began

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2021 45:58


    Us Girls Basketball turns 1 day!! Emma switches roles with Jae and ask her questions about how Us Girls Basketball came to be and where it is headed. Join us as we hear about the behind the scenes of Us Girls Basketball!

    Is D1 Really The Goal?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2021 24:28


    Is D1 really the goal? Jae and Emma break down what it was like in their experience playing at different level of college basketball as well as insight from other top level players. It's not always about the division you play at, there are a lot more factors to consider.

    Trust Your Work, Trust Yourself

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2021 26:00


    Darby Maggard joins the podcast today and shares with us on her journey with understanding trust in your future. Everything will work out the way it should and Darby brings us encouragement to continue to keep going.

    Trust Your Journey

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2021 23:04


    Former Indiana Miss Basketball and Penn State Athlete, Lisa Shepherd-Stidham breaks down what it means to love yourself more, trust in your journey, and how to use the opportunities basketball has provided for her to give back through her basketball development company, Dream Makers Basketball. 

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    Top 5 Basketball Bag Essentials

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2021 22:42


    The duo is back and we are having a breakdown of our must have when it comes to packing our basketball bags. Let us know what your favorite essentials are at @usgirlsunited on Instagram!

    Sacrifice Isn't Sexy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2021 30:10


    Karissa McLaughlin joins the podcast today and shares her story about the journey and sacrifice it took to becomes Miss Indiana Basketball, get a full ride to play D1 basketball, and become the all-time leading scorer at Purdue. Sacrifice isn't sexy, but it is worth it.

    Having A Strong Work Ethic & Team Involvement

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2021 29:38


    Deja Wimby shares so much wisdom on this episode on having a strong work ethic and how to achieve it. She also explains to us why making sure your team is successful and not just you is so important. This is an episode you don't want to miss!

    How To Handle Constructive Criticism

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2021 35:12


    The duo is here! Emma and Jae break down the importance of accepting constructive criticism and how to welcome it. We all know as competitive athletes it’s not our favorite thing to hear but we need constructive criticism because that’s where we grow! 

    Next Play Mentality & Making and Impact While Coaching

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2021 31:08


    Shayla Wright joins the podcast and talks about her journey through college basketball and into coaching and how the "next play" mentality played a huge role in her career. She is now coaching middle school girls and talking to us about how she makes an impact with her girls!

    Healthy Boundaries With Working Out & Food, Overcoming Mental Abuse, + Transferring

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2021 40:42


    Emma Wolfe brings the heat to the podcast today talking about how to set healthy boundaries with working out and food and how she overcame a toxic environment on the court. She also explains why knowing your self-worth and asking for help when you need it is important.   Instagram: @ewolfee Twitter: @ewolfee4

    Transitioning From High School Ball and Transferring

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2021 24:13


    Shy joins us and talking about her journey through the transition from high school to college ball, being in the transferring pool, and basketball during Covid. 

    Coaching In College & Finding Yourself

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2021 19:25


    Coach Ky Biggs join the podcast and talk about her experiences in college coaching, coming from a small town, coaching alongside her partner and finding who she really is. This is an episode with so much wisdom and advice that you don't want to miss out on!

    Equality In The Women's Game and Inspiring Female Athletes Through Tik Tok

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2021 24:23


    Former NCAA x2 college champion and retired WNBA player, Val Whiting joins us today talking about her journey being a high level athlete, the disrespect women athletes face daily, and how she got her start on Tik Tok.    Tik Tok: iamcoachval Instagram: iam.coachval

    Embracing Yourself & Fueling Your Body Correctly

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2021 20:54


    Raychel Shannon brings us along and gives an insight on her journey from playing in college, to the pros, and now focusing on improving athletes though nutrition and helping with recovery to help the athlete take care of their body to be successful on and off the court.  IG: rays.the.bar

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