DiscoverFuture First, Softball Second: College Planning for Softball Athletes & Parents77: A Convo with Mental Performance Consultant Valerie Alston
77: A Convo with Mental Performance Consultant Valerie Alston

77: A Convo with Mental Performance Consultant Valerie Alston

Update: 2025-05-15
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Today on the podcast we welcome Valerie Alston, a former D1 softball player and a Certified Mental Performance Consultant who also boasts over 15 years of experience dedicated to teaching and training Soldiers in the intricate art of mental toughness and resilience. We dive into her story, having the hard conversations between athlete/parent, overcoming failure, and more! 


Connect with Valerie: 

Website: https://www.confidentcalmclutch.com/quicklinks
Facebook/Instagram: @valstoncoaching
YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@valstoncoaching9666
Podcast: Car Ride Conversations https://www.confidentcalmclutch.com/carrideconversations
Books: https://www.confidentcalmclutch.com/books


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77: A Convo with Mental Performance Consultant Valerie Alston

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