Stick With It Performance Hockey Podcast
Stick With It Performance Hockey Podcast
Podcast Description
The Stick With It Performance Hockey Podcast aims to inspire, educate & entertain young field hockey players and their parents on the journey to becoming a top athlete.
We are an authority on the Performance Hockey Pathway for young children and adults. Hosts Jamie Kingstone and Sarah Ashford interview Olympians, coaches and professionals to give a grounding on what it takes and the hurdles to overcome on the journey to success.
We aim to help guide players and parents in the following areas; Getting into Hockey, Performance Hockey, Representing your Country, Physical Preparation, Injury and Rehabilitation, Resilience, Mental Health and Wellbeing and Nutrition.
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Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast concentrates on various relevant topics for young athletes, including Getting into Hockey, Performance Hockey, Physical Preparation, Injury and Rehabilitation, Resilience, and Nutrition. For instance, episodes like 'The Juniors' highlight personal stories from young athletes across multiple sports and examine the nuances in training experiences between state and private schools.
The Stick With It Performance Hockey Podcast aims to inspire, educate & entertain young field hockey players and their parents on the journey to becoming a top athlete.
We are an authority on the Performance Hockey Pathway for young children and adults. Hosts Jamie Kingstone and Sarah Ashford interview Olympians, coaches and professionals to give a grounding on what it takes and the hurdles to overcome on the journey to success.
We aim to help guide players and parents in the following areas; Getting into Hockey, Performance Hockey, Representing your Country, Physical Preparation, Injury and Rehabilitation, Resilience, Mental Health and Wellbeing and Nutrition.
Follow us on Instagram @stickwithitofficial
From Athlete to Coach: Vicki McCabe’s Inspiring Hockey Journey
In this episode, Sarah and Jamie sit down with Vicki McCabe, an England under 21 international hockey player and former dual athlete in hockey and athletics. Vicki shares her experiences, from her early days in sports to her decision to focus on hockey over athletics. She also discusses the importance of hard work, dealing with setbacks, and balancing academics with sports.
The episode delves into her time playing hockey in Germany, her journey through depression and joy in university, and her aspirations for the future, both as a player and a coach. Tune in for an inspiring conversation filled with valuable insights for young athletes and their parents.
00:00 Welcome to The Stick With It Podcast
00:31 Meet Your Hosts: Sarah and Jamie
00:57 Jamie’s Hockey Journey and Coaching Insights
01:37 The Best Hockey Playing Surface: Evo Pro
02:13 Sponsorship Shoutouts: Tiger Turf and Sport USA
03:24 Introducing Episode Three with Vicki McCabe
04:07 Vicki McCabe’s Early Life and Schooling
08:25 Balancing Academics and Sports
22:50 Choosing Between Athletics and Hockey
35:52 University Choices and Experiences
37:41 Coaching and Strong Characters
39:19 Balancing Social and Competitive Sides
41:56 Challenges of Being Judged
47:13 Struggles and Perseverance
51:24 International Career Highlights
56:50 Playing in Germany
01:03:28 Work Ethic and Family Support
01:09:22
Future Aspirations and Closing Thoughts
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