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Are you ready to own the college planning process as a softball family? Then you’re in the right place! I’m your host, Quincy Lewis-Buggs, and I’m a former DI, D2, and D3 college coach, D2 pitcher, and education/athletic administration major. Join me (along with some amazing guests) as we discuss college planning, finding your perfect fit, academics, and more!
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In this episode, Quincy Lewis-Buggs discusses the decision-making process for rising seniors regarding whether to attend a day of summer showcase games or camps. She emphasizes the importance of individual circumstances, coach relationships, and effective communication in the recruitment process. The conversation also highlights the significance of building relationships beyond just camp invites with coaches and evaluating options realistically. SUBMIT YOUR OWN QUESTION Connect with u...
In this episode, Quincy Lewis-Buggs shares valuable recruiting insights into the college recruiting process from the perspective of a former college softball coach. She discusses the often unspoken realities of recruitment, including how coaches evaluate athletes, the importance of communication, the factors that influence a coach's decision beyond just athletic talent, and more! Connect with us: Our College Planning Program & Support Options Instagram...
In this episode, Quincy Lewis-Buggs discusses the challenges and strategies of managing sibling dynamics in sports, particularly in softball. Drawing from personal experiences, she emphasizes the importance of treating each athlete as an individual, providing tailored support, and creating a supportive environment that minimizes comparisons. Quincy shares insights on how parents can navigate the complexities of having multiple athletes in the family, ensuring that each child feels valued and ...
In this episode, Quincy Lewis-Buggs interviews her sister Megan, who shares her journey from being a talented softball player to becoming a pediatric ICU nurse. They discuss the recruiting process, the challenges of balancing athletics with academic commitments, and the importance of time management. Megan reflects on her experiences in nursing school, the realities of clinical commitments, and how her athletic background has shaped her professional life. The conversation emphasizes the signi...
In this coaching session episode, Quincy Lewis-Buggs discusses the vital role parents play in supporting their athlete's journey through the recruiting process. Emphasizing the importance of being a supportive parent rather than a recruiting coach, Quincy provides insights on how parents can help their athletes navigate challenges, maintain independence, and build a strong support system. The conversation highlights the need for effective communication, understanding the perspectives of colle...
As we head into the 2026 recruiting cycle, Quincy Lewis-Buggs dives into self-evaluation and reflection, planning for summer, and evaluating your list of schools for softball players who want to play in college. We're also celebrating the 5 year anniversary of our college planning program, so you can grab a discounted VIP week or meeting here during January and February! Connect with us: Our College Planning Program & Support Options Instagram ...
While I'm away from the mic this week loving on our nieces, we're revisiting an old episode to share more about how we support families in the recruiting process and what our softball specific college planning program is all about! As we celebrate 5 years of college planning support on January 5th, you can grab a discounted VIP week or meeting here during January and February! Connect with us: Our College Planning Program & Support Options Instagr...
With the holiday season I am away from the mic this week, and hope you all are enjoying some family time too! I went way back to 2024, and pulled out episode 46, What finding your first actually means just in case you’re spending some time in the car this week and wanted to dive in! I hope you all are having a wonderful holiday season, and can’t wait to connect with you in 2026! Connect with us: Our College Planning Program & Support Options Instagram ...
In this episode, Quincy Lewis-Buggs discusses the latest updates from the National Fast Pitch Coaches Association (NFCA) Convention, focusing on potential changes in NCAA rules regarding communication dates for Division I athletes, eligibility updates for Division II, and the ongoing discussions about junior college transfers. Quincy emphasizes the importance of relying on accurate information from credible sources amidst the rapid changes in softball. Connect with us: Our Co...
This week's episode dives into the listen submission "I am the parent of a 2028 and a 2030. Realistically what should off season training look like if they want to play in college someday? It seems like what we hear from college coaches about it is very different than what her travel ball coaches are saying and doing." SUBMIT YOUR OWN QUESTION Connect with us: Our college planning program & Support Options Instagram Facebook Group
This week Quincy Lewis-Buggs dives into growth, patience, and the importance of embracing the more mundane off season aspects of the recruiting process to achieve long-term success. Connect with us: Our College Planning Program & Support Options Instagram Facebook Group
I'm working on practicing what I preach and taking some time away from softball this week to spend with family, I wanted to pop on with a quick reminder for you all to do the same! Connect with us: Our College Planning Program & Support Options Instagram Facebook Group
As we dive into the world of college softball, it’s so important to understand the hectic lives of college coaches during the fall season. In this episode of Future First Softball Second, Quincy Lewis-Buggs shares what her schedule looked like in the fall as a college coach and talks about why college coaches don't respond to emails. SUBMIT YOUR OWN QUESTION Connect with us: Our college planning program & Support Options Instagram Faceboo...
In this episode, Quincy spends time with mental performance and college softball coach Bekah Good! They discuss the importance of process orientation when failure is common in our sport, focusing on actionable steps rather than overwhelming outcomes, and using mental skills to succeed while working towards playing college softball! Connect with Bekah via email at Bekah@totalathlete365.com and on instagram at @TotalAthlete365. Connect with us: Our College Planning Progra...
This week on the podcast I dive into some popular conversations I've had this fall with college softball coaches out at showcases and they're identifying athletes to recruit! Connect with us: Our College Planning Program & Support Options Instagram Facebook Group
In this coaching session, I break down the next steps for softball players in junior year who feel they’re doing everything right to play in college but aren’t building the relationships they hoped for yet! SUBMIT YOUR OWN QUESTION Connect with us: Our college planning program & Support Options Instagram Facebook Group
To celebrate our 100th episode, I reflected back on my own time going through the process as a student-athlete and share the top 10 things I needed to hear back then. Head over to Instagram to check out #11-100! Also, congrats to our 100th episode giveaway winner, Amy Bourbar! Connect with us: Our College Planning Program & Support Options Instagram Facebook Group
In this episode, I discuss the complexities of the recruiting process for softball athletes, focusing on the timelines for offers, the behind-the-scenes factors that influence college coaches' decisions, and the importance of understanding scholarship budgets. As hard as it is, focus on controlling what they can in their recruiting journey and to be aware of the various opinions that may affect their confidence and decision-making. I also touch on the impact of coaching changes and the import...
This week on the podcast I give some guidance to a parent reaching out for advice as they attend softball showcases and dive into recruiting for the first time with their athlete this fall! SUBMIT YOUR OWN QUESTION Connect with us: Our college planning program & Support Options Instagram Facebook Group
This week I welcome Allie (former D1 softball player, travel coach and recruiting coordinator) and Paul Richmond (father of 2 D1 softball players and current Horseheads HS coach), a father-daughter duo deeply involved in the softball world. They discuss their unique experiences in navigating the complexities of youth sports, the recruitment process, and the importance of maintaining open communication within their family! Head over to their podcast, The Game of Life, to hear more from A...
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