154. World-Class Tumbler Ashley Matern on Triumph and the Power of Not Giving Up

154. World-Class Tumbler Ashley Matern on Triumph and the Power of Not Giving Up

Ashley Matern may not be a household name—yet—but her story is one of the most powerful we've ever shared on the Especially for Athletes podcast. A world-class tumbler, Ashley has faced the highest highs and the lowest lows in one of the most demanding sports in the world. After a devastating leg injury in 2023—featuring a cracked tibia and torn ligaments—most assumed her career was over. But Ashley knew she wasn't done. This episode dives deep into her comeback story: from missing World Championship teams since 2019… to becoming the 2024 U.S. Tumbling Champion and earning her place back on the world stage. Her message to young athletes is clear and unforgettable: "Don't close the door on yourself. If there's still gas in the tank, make someone else close the door—you don't shut it on yourself." Highlight Moment: "The joy after the absolute antithesis of joy." – a commentator, watching Ashley celebrate with her coach after her winning run. Listen to learn: • How Ashley handled years of coming up short—and kept going • What it takes to return from a career-threatening injury • The mindset of an elite athlete when the world doubts them • Why persistence might lead to your best performance yet Watch, share, and get inspired at e4a.org ⸻ Especially for Athletes: • Website: https://e4a.org • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EspeciallyForAthletes/ • X: https://x.com/E4Afamily • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/especiallyforathletes/ • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmbWc7diAvstLMfjBL-bMMQ Join the conversation using #TheSportlightPodcast ⸻ Credits: Hosted by Shad Martin Produced by Shad Martin and IMAGINATE STUDIO

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103. Softball Coach Payton Day

103. Softball Coach Payton Day

In this special episode of The Especially for Athletes Sportlight Podcast, join your host, Shad Martin, as he engages in an enlightening conversation with the remarkable Payton Day. A true standout in...

17 Loka 202341min

102. E4A Golf Invitational Advice

102. E4A Golf Invitational Advice

Last week, we held the E4A Invitational Golf Tournament at the Black Desert Resort in Ivins, Utah, near St. George. Many professional and college athletes, coaches, business CEOs, presidents, and E4A ...

3 Loka 202335min

101. Celebrating 100 Episodes

101. Celebrating 100 Episodes

Join us in celebrating a major milestone - our 100th episode! In this special episode of The Sportlight Podcast, hosted by Especially for Athletes, we're taking a trip down memory lane to relive some ...

19 Syys 202359min

100. BYU Golfer Zac Jones on Resilience and Success

100. BYU Golfer Zac Jones on Resilience and Success

In this insightful episode, join us as we engage in a captivating conversation with Zac Jones, a seasoned golfer from BYU with a wealth of experience under his belt. Our focus centers on the pivotal E...

5 Syys 202348min

Round Table Deep Dive Exploring the E4A Principles - Panel 2

Round Table Deep Dive Exploring the E4A Principles - Panel 2

In Episode 99 of The Sportlight Podcast, your hosts Dustin Smith and Shad Martin dive deep into the foundational principles of Especially for Athletes alongside a lineup of remarkable guests. Joining ...

24 Elo 20231h 14min

Round Table Deep Dive into E4A's Principles

Round Table Deep Dive into E4A's Principles

Join us on The Sportlight Podcast for an enlightening round table discussion led by Especially for Athletes (E4A) founder, Dustin Smith. Our esteemed panel features a lineup of seasoned coaches and fo...

8 Elo 20231h 7min

Dr. Sheldon Martin

Dr. Sheldon Martin

Welcome to another insightful episode of "The Sportlight Podcast" from Especially for Athletes! In this episode, we have the pleasure of sitting down with our dear friend, Dr. Sheldon Martin, an exper...

25 Heinä 202354min

Win the Hour

Win the Hour

Welcome to another exciting episode of our podcast! In this episode, we have gathered some of the most inspiring and insightful comments made by our esteemed guests on the topic of "Winning the Hour."...

27 Kesä 202325min

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