Why the Way We “Do” Recruiting Is All Wrong

Coaching the Mental Game of Softball by Mental Sweet Spot

Dec 9, 202530:23Sports & Recreation

Most families approach recruiting like they’re walking up to Lake Michigan with a busted rod, random bait, and zero idea what they’re trying to catch. That ends now. In this episode, we break down the metaphor that’s cha...

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