Developing Future Champions: The Impact of College Athlete Mentoring
The role of college athletes as role models and influencers to younger athletes highlights the importance of mentoring. College athlete...
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Ashley McDonough
Dec 8, 20232 min read
Shoulda Woulda Coulda
I’ve witnessed my fair share of teams losing matches they should have won. It reminds me of the biblical story of Joshua 7, where Ai...
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Ashley McDonough
Nov 10, 20233 min read
Winning the Battle Within: Balancing Faith and Others' Opinions
Finding a balance between emulating Christ's love and not worrying about others' opinions can be a heavy task for Christian coaches and...
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Ashley McDonough
Nov 3, 20233 min read
Expanding Athletes' Horizons: College Coaches' Role in Developing Non-Sport Skills
College coaches play a vital role in helping athletes develop skills beyond the confines of the court. While working on physical skills...
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Ashley McDonough
Oct 20, 20232 min read
Reflecting on the Inside: The Pathway to Personal Growth
Self-reflection is an essential step in personal growth and development; it refers to looking inward and taking stock of our thoughts,...
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Ashley McDonough
Aug 4, 20232 min read
Generation Keyboard: The War on Communication
The younger generation has grown up with at their fingertips/instant technology, and it is an integral part of their daily lives. They...
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Ashley McDonough
Jul 28, 20233 min read
How an 'All-In' Mindset Can Score Spiritual and Athletic Success
In today's post, we delve into the power of an "all-in" Christian mindset for achieving spiritual and athletic success. Using core values...
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Ashley McDonough
Jul 14, 20233 min read
Revitalizing Athletic Performance through Comprehensive Rest, Recovery, and Nutrition
Athletes tend to overlook the importance of rest and proper nutrition, placing great emphasis solely on training and eating whatever is...
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Ashley McDonough
Jun 16, 20232 min read
Finding Strength Through Weakness: “What Doesn’t Kill You Makes You Stronger” (Part 1)
Ever heard the phrase, “what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger?” Nietzsche and Kelly Clarkson were on to something. Finding strength...
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Ashley McDonough
Jun 9, 20233 min read
Digging Deep: The Summer Regimen That Fuels College Volleyball Players' Success
As spring turns to summer, college life changes for everyone. NARP’s (Non-athletic regular people) enjoy summer jobs, vacations, and...
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Ashley McDonough
Jun 5, 20234 min read
Faith in Competition: Balancing the Drive to Win with Grace and Humility
As a college coach, I know firsthand the immense pressure and stress competition can bring for college athletes. I firmly believe that...
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Ashley McDonough
May 30, 20234 min read
Staying Faithful Amidst the NCAA Transfer Portal: A Christian's Perspective
The transfer portal, a relatively new development in college sports, has led to many transfers of student-athletes from one institution...
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Ashley McDonough
May 12, 20232 min read
Actions Speak Louder Than Words
Today’s post explores the message behind Jesus’s parable in Matthew 21:28-32, in which he emphasizes that sincerity is more important...
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Ashley McDonough
May 8, 20232 min read
Balancing Independence and Support for College Athletes' Emotional Growth
Working with college students involves balancing treating them like adults and acknowledging their ongoing social and biological...
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maddienono13
May 4, 20233 min read
The Power of Dedication
Madison “Maddie” Schonberg, a Junior outside hitter on the Centenary College Volleyball team, wrote this article. Maddie is from Harbor...
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Ashley McDonough
Apr 30, 20233 min read
Participation Awards: Their Place in Sports
As young athletes progress from youth to high school to college-level performance, a fundamental question arises: Does recognition earned...
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Ashley McDonough
Apr 25, 20234 min read
Mitigate Locker Room Drama: Let the CRO Fly!
Note that I am not a psychologist or mental health professional. My assertions are solely based on my observations as a coach working...
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Ashley McDonough
Apr 21, 20235 min read
Coach Hard Love Harder
Coach Hard Love Harder is based on finding the ideal harmony between empathy and tough love. It's about motivating our athletes to reach...
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Ashley McDonough
Apr 17, 20233 min read
Protecting Athletes from Athletic Burnout: A Comprehensive Approach
Over the past 20 years, youth sports have become increasingly competitive. With an emphasis often on winning over skill development and...
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Ashley McDonough
Apr 13, 20232 min read
The Parallels of Being a Parent and Coaching College Sports
Being a parent (step-parent in my case) and coaching college athletics are enriching experiences that require patience, dedication, and...
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