Unstoppable Athlete - Mental Resilience for Teen Athletes

Author: Soul Sister Leadership

Sara and Michelle are experienced volleyball coaches who's mission is to empower teen athletes to unlock their full potential - on and off the court - by cultivating growth mindset, building resilience, mastering sports psychology, regulating their nervous systems and setting meaningful, actionable goals. We want to share experience and stories from young athletes and ex-pros to help young athletes be UNSTOPPABLE in competition and in life.
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Genres: Education, Self-Improvement, Sports, Volleyball

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#30 - Coachability: The Skill That Changes Everything S2.12
Episode 12
Wednesday, 1 April, 2026

In this episode, Sara and Michelle start with a conversation about travel, discomfort, and the value of being open to unplanned experiences, using Sara’s upcoming trip to Vietnam with her daughter as a metaphor for growth. That reflection leads naturally into a bigger conversation about coachability: the willingness to stay open, adaptable, and teachable even when things feel uncomfortable. They explain that coachable athletes are the ones who listen fully, respond without defensiveness, try new techniques even when it feels awkward, and show they are eager to improve. Through tryout stories, team examples, and practical advice, they show that coachability is not something you either have or do not have—it is a skill that can be learned, and it matters not just in volleyball, but in school, work, and life.Top 3 TakeawaysCoachability is a skill you can learnTake it personally. You are valued and your coach is willing to invest in you.Confidence comes from being willing to be uncomfortable.