Podcasts by Game Changers
Join the huddle as we share the stories and advice of individuals who used athletics, faith, and a strong mindset toward athletic excellence.
Further podcasts by Jae Taft
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Why Your Lack Of Patience WILL Set You Back As An Athlete from 2023-11-27T14:00
Reaching the next level in your performance is what every athlete strives to accomplish. But our lack of patience and wanting results without putting in the groundwork can really hurt that chanc...
ListenConfronting The Fear Of Failure With Melissa Lambert from 2023-11-17T11:00
Melissa Lambert joins the podcast today for an episode where we dive deep into how to have a conversation with fear, create boundaries between parents and athletes, and ways to grow in our menta...
ListenHow To Be A GREAT Shooter W/ BriAnna Garza from 2023-11-08T11:00
Everyone wants to be able to shoot like Caitlin Clark or Steph Curry, but that takes hard work, patience, and technique. I had my good friend BriAnna Garza from Shooters Shoot on the podcast tod...
ListenThe BEST Piece Of Advice I've Been Given from 2023-11-01T05:32
I have collected 5 of the best pieces of advice that you gave me on Instagram and also on previous podcast episodes. We dive into topics that include work ethic, how to get better at using your ...
ListenWhere Does My Value Come From? With Chaz Smith from 2023-10-23T13:00
Athletes! I know it is so easy for us to compare our value as a person to how we perform on the court. But this couldn't be farther from the truth. Whether it is how we perform in a game, search...
ListenHow To Be A Successful Point Guard from 2023-10-16T04:01
Being a point guard was one of my favorite things about playing basketball. I wouldn't have wanted to be in any other position or role for my team. With that being said I am bringing you 5 ways ...
ListenWhat happened at my lowest point in my athletic career? Q&A from 2023-10-09T10:00
After a month off of podcasting I wanted to do a Q&A and open up to what's been on my heart. Chatting about all things confidence in your athletic ability, how to score the basketball, how many ...
ListenI LITERALLY Ran My Butt Off! from 2023-08-28T10:00
Finally got my amazing friend Sarah on the podcast! Sarah and I dove into topics surrounding coming back from an intense injury, how parents can show up for their kid's athletic career, and how ...
ListenThe Impact of A Women's Basketball Coach With Laura Neal from 2023-08-14T10:00
Sat down with one of my good friends, Laura Neal. We broke down why we love being basketball trainers, why community is so important, and why we believe you can glorify God through athletics.
Listen5 Mistakes I Made As An Athlete from 2023-08-07T10:00
I made a lot more than 5 mistakes as an athlete but here are some that I want to focus on.
ListenAre You Taking Ownership Of Your Athletic Journey? from 2023-07-31T10:30
Are you taking ownership of your athletic journey? Or is everyone else to blame? Had an amazing opportunity to sit down and talk with my good friend Ben Gluntz! We talked all things homeschool b...
ListenLife After College Athletics and Dealing With Team Drama from 2023-07-25T11:30
We have Taylor Hall on the podcast today! We dive into all things life after college athletics, starting basketball "late", and being able to have fun with fitness!
ListenAre Parents Ruining Youth Sports? from 2023-07-12T13:00
Hot take central in todays episode of Game Changers! We talk about parents ruining their child's experience in sports, parents coaching their kids, and my relationship with my father during my a...
ListenATHLETES! REST IS ESSENTIAL from 2023-07-03T18:23
Athletes! Rest is essential to your development...and it's also biblical. I loved getting a chance to sit down and chat about my heart towards rest and what God has been revealing to me about it...
ListenDO FITNESS AND FAITH GO TOGETHER? W/ LIV SWEARINGEN from 2023-06-26T13:00
Liv joined us on the podcast today and it was one of my favorite episodes to record! Come join the conversation on how faith and fitness do go together and how we navigate our fitness journeys.
ListenHOW TO RECOVER FROM AN INJURY from 2023-06-19T13:30
The pod is back! In today's episode, I go over where I've been, the name change, and the new vision of the podcast. I also answer a few frequently asked questions I get on my social media platfo...
ListenOur Pet Peeves: Basketball Edition from 2022-01-13T17:00
We all have them...pet peeves. But today Jae and Emma discuss their pet peeves when it comes to the basketball court. Comment down below what your pet peeve is in basketball.
ListenNot Playing With Fear&Being a College Strength Coach from 2022-01-06T17:00
Jen Taft joins us on the Podcast today sharing her journey being a college strength coach, what she has learned, and how she uses her athletic journey to impact athletes today.
ListenWhat Are You Letting Control Your Thoughts? from 2021-12-30T17:00
Being aware of what controls your thoughts is crucial as an athlete. Becca Buchs lets us in on her advice and experience when it comes to building a powerful mindset as a former college basketba...
ListenThe Differences Between High School&College Basketball from 2021-12-23T16:16:13
When it comes to going from high school basketball to college there are some differences we want you to be prepared for. In this episode Emma and Jae break down the differences the experienced a...
ListenFrom Bench To All-Conference from 2021-12-16T17:00
Some people say it's impossible, but Abby had other plans in mind. Listen how Abby Buchs shares her story on how a hard worth ethic can help you from hardly playing to earning your spot on the a...
ListenThere's No Success Without Adversity from 2021-12-09T17:00
Over a year ago Jess opened up her training facility because she saw a need that needed to be filled. We invite you to listen to Jess's story on how it's been since opening up her facility, the ...
ListenGreat Players Adopt These Habits from 2021-12-02T17:00
Season 3 is here!! Starting off the season right with discussion the habits that the best players adopt. As athletes we believe it is so important to learn from other successful athletes and lea...
ListenThe Journey From Beginning To End from 2021-10-21T16:00
And that's a wrap! Season 2 is completed and here is our look back to such an amazing season. We also dive into what all of you can look forward too in season 3 and more!
ListenOur Most Embarrassing Stories from 2021-10-14T16:00
We've all been there when we were just flat out embarrassed and wondering, "why did that just happen?" In today's episode we go over some of our most embarrassing stories while playing basketbal...
ListenHow To Be A Great Leader from 2021-10-07T16:00
Being a great leader will help you lead your team to a successful season. We talk about 5 different ways you can improver your leadership skills and ultimately lead you to being a great leader!
ListenGiving Up Is Not An Option from 2021-09-30T16:00
With her main mission being to give back and impact the community, Bre brings the heat to the podcast! We talk about working hard require having fun, owning a brand called Never Surrender Studio...
ListenFirst 6 Months Of Coaching: What We Learned&Didn't Expect from 2021-09-23T16:00
Switching roles from player to coach is an exciting and growth oriented journey. On this weeks episode we talk about what we have learned from coaching already and how we see the game in a diffe...
ListenThe Importance Of Building Relationships With Your Athletes from 2021-09-16T16:00
Building relationships between coach and player is so crucial. Why? Because as the coach, we are able to build trust with your athletes and really train them they way they deserve. Tierra Webb c...
ListenHow To Prepare For Basketball Season from 2021-09-09T16:00
Being prepared is always a good idea. Emma and Jae bring their tips and advice to the podcast today on how to best prepare for basketball season.
ListenShooters Shoot- Impacting The Women's Game from 2021-09-02T16:00
Shooters shoot and that’s what we do. Bri joins us for the second time on the podcast to talk about how she is using her skills, knowledge, and passion to impact the women’s game of basketball. ...
ListenComing Back From An Injury - Overcoming&Getting Back from 2021-08-26T16:00
Getting injured playing a sport you love is never a fun season to go through but Lauren McBryar joins the podcast today and gives encouragement on how to face this time in your life. She talks a...
ListenEmotions Should Be Accepted As An Athlete - Mindset Skills, coaching,&More from 2021-08-19T16:00
Ashley is back and dropping wisdom all over the place in this episode! We cover why showing emotions with your sport is appropriate, the difference between mental health and mindset skills, and ...
ListenComparison - How To Focus On Your Unique Talents from 2021-08-12T16:00
Comparison is the thief of joy. This is very real in the athletic world. Emma and Jae break down comparison and help you find practical ways to owning your unique talents and focusing on your path ...
ListenShowing Up - How Understanding Your Personal Journey Sets You Up For Success from 2021-08-05T16:00
Power duo sisters Kristina and Ashley joins us today and talked about how playing pro, having your own journey, understanding mindset skills, and believing in your worth ultimate leads you to where...
ListenWhat Is Success? from 2021-07-29T16:00
Sydney Buck joins the podcast this week covering some huge topics this week such as success, confidence, and life after basketball. So honored to have Sydney spend some time with us sharing enco...
ListenWhere It All Began from 2021-07-22T16:00
Us Girls Basketball turns 1 day!! Emma switches roles with Jae and ask her questions about how Us Girls Basketball came to be and where it is headed. Join us as we hear about the behind the scen...
ListenIs D1 Really The Goal? from 2021-07-15T16:00
Is D1 really the goal? Jae and Emma break down what it was like in their experience playing at different level of college basketball as well as insight from other top level players. It's not alw...
ListenTrust Your Work, Trust Yourself from 2021-07-08T19:26:31
Darby Maggard joins the podcast today and shares with us on her journey with understanding trust in your future. Everything will work out the way it should and Darby brings us encouragement to c...
ListenTrust Your Journey from 2021-07-01T16:00
Former Indiana Miss Basketball and Penn State Athlete, Lisa Shepherd-Stidham breaks down what it means to love yourself more, trust in your journey, and how to use the opportunities basketball h...
ListenTop 5 Basketball Bag Essentials from 2021-06-24T16:00
The duo is back and we are having a breakdown of our must have when it comes to packing our basketball bags. Let us know what your favorite essentials are at @usgirlsunited on Instagram!
ListenSacrifice Isn't Sexy from 2021-06-17T16:00
Karissa McLaughlin joins the podcast today and shares her story about the journey and sacrifice it took to becomes Miss Indiana Basketball, get a full ride to play D1 basketball, and become the ...
ListenHaving A Strong Work Ethic&Team Involvement from 2021-06-10T16:00
Deja Wimby shares so much wisdom on this episode on having a strong work ethic and how to achieve it. She also explains to us why making sure your team is successful and not just you is so impor...
ListenHow To Handle Constructive Criticism from 2021-06-03T16:00
The duo is here! Emma and Jae break down the importance of accepting constructive criticism and how to welcome it. We all know as competitive athletes it’s not our favorite thing to hear but we ...
ListenNext Play Mentality&Making and Impact While Coaching from 2021-05-27T16:00
Shayla Wright joins the podcast and talks about her journey through college basketball and into coaching and how the "next play" mentality played a huge role in her career. She is now coaching m...
ListenHealthy Boundaries With Working Out&Food, Overcoming Mental Abuse, + Transferring from 2021-05-20T16:00
Emma Wolfe brings the heat to the podcast today talking about how to set healthy boundaries with working out and food and how she overcame a toxic environment on the court. She also explains why...
ListenTransitioning From High School Ball and Transferring from 2021-05-13T16:00
Shy joins us and talking about her journey through the transition from high school to college ball, being in the transferring pool, and basketball during Covid.
ListenCoaching In College&Finding Yourself from 2021-05-06T16:00
Coach Ky Biggs join the podcast and talk about her experiences in college coaching, coming from a small town, coaching alongside her partner and finding who she really is. This is an episode wit...
ListenEquality In The Women's Game and Inspiring Female Athletes Through Tik Tok from 2021-04-29T16:00
Former NCAA x2 college champion and retired WNBA player, Val Whiting joins us today talking about her journey being a high level athlete, the disrespect women athletes face daily, and how she go...
ListenEmbracing Yourself&Fueling Your Body Correctly from 2021-04-22T16:00
Raychel Shannon brings us along and gives an insight on her journey from playing in college, to the pros, and now focusing on improving athletes though nutrition and helping with recovery to hel...
ListenPlaying Pro and Impacting The Women's Game from 2021-04-15T16:00
Taylor Emery joins us today as she talks about all things college and professional basketball along with her mindset in becoming the player she is today. Taylor also walks us through her thought...
ListenGoing From Player To Coach&The Transition from 2021-04-08T16:00
Haley gives us an amazing insight on what it is like going from a season ending injury her senior year to shifting her mindset on how she can impact her team best and not worry about the uncontr...
ListenStaying The Course from 2021-04-01T16:00
DeAnn takes us through her journey during her college basketball career going from not playing and feeling frustrated to earning her spot as an All-American. Staying the course is not always the...
ListenBuilding Athletes Up From The Inside Out from 2020-12-31T17:00
Join us today as Jess Racz, owner of JR Performance dives into her story and motivation to helping athletes reach the next level in their career through peak physical and mental dominance.
ListenRookie Season In The WNBA from 2020-11-12T17:00
Today Jaylyn Agnew from the Atlanta Dream joined us today on the podcast and talked about her rookie season in the "Wubble." She also goes into why it is important to just have fun with the spor...
ListenConsistency, Patients, and Results Will Show from 2020-10-29T16:00
Today Chelsey Perry joins us on the podcast and talks about how staying the course with your consistent work ethic and patience in the process will return in your favor. She also gives us an ins...
ListenImpact Of A College Coach from 2020-10-08T16:00
Making a positive impact as a college coach is so crucial to building team chemistry and relationship with your player. Lauren Glenn brings to the podcast her take on how to make an impact as a ...
ListenSay Her Name from 2020-10-01T16:00
Kiara Mabien joins the podcast today bringing wisdom, truth, and real life experiences that need to be talked about. She dives into stories in her life as an athlete and regular everyday student...
ListenPlaying Overseas and Controlling the Contollables from 2020-09-24T16:00
Playing overseas is an amazing experience that comes with a lot of new challenges and opportunities. And you now what else does that to you? Having 3 coaches in 4 years. Join us today as Kendall...
ListenTrain Smart, Say Thank You More, and Focuss On Your Mental from 2020-09-17T16:00
Courtney Delks, former Miss Indiana Basketball, Gatorade Player of the Year, and Purdue Women's Basketball Alum joins us on the podcast today talking about her journey and the tips she has learn...
ListenTransferring, New Coaches, and Finding Yourself from 2020-09-10T16:00
Laura gives us a look into transferring colleges, committing to a team only to find out the coach leaves a month before starting, and finding herself for more than a basketball player. You don't...
ListenWomen in Strength from 2020-09-03T16:00
Persistence is key and Laura does this so much better than anyone I know! Listen how Laura talks about her journey being a female strength coach and how she approaches her craft!
ListenLife Beyond The Whistle from 2020-08-27T16:00
Tierra Webb joins us today and talks about all the amazing parts of basketball that guided her to life beyond the whistle. Listen to her journey as she brought her elite basketball talent to giv...
ListenIdentity Outside of Basketball from 2020-08-20T16:00
Makenzie Cann dives into why if she could go back putting her identity in who she was verses basketball would be the path taken. Let's dive into Makenzies story and hear what she has to say.
ListenThe Story of Motivation: Behind the Scenes from 2020-08-13T16:00
BriAnna Garza dives into how doubt is your greatest motivator and gives us words of wisdom on sports psychology and how to apply it to your game today!
ListenThe Game Is More Than Basketball from 2020-08-06T16:00
Come and listen to how Kaira Barnes opens up and tells her story about what she had to do when her playing time was taken away from her, not by choice. She unwraps to us how regardless of the si...
ListenYour Worth Isn't In The Stats from 2020-07-30T19:31:03
Discover how finding in your worth outside of the stat sheet can elevate your game and your life. Sydney Shelton comes on the podcast today and speaks so much truth that you don't want to miss.
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