173. The Mental Game That Separates Great Athletes | Bryker Hurdsman

Every athlete experiences highs and lows. The difference between athletes who continue to grow and those who burn out isn't talent—it's how they think. Former BYU baseball standout Bryker Hurdsman joins the Especially for Athletes Podcast to discuss the mental side of sports, why staying emotionally steady matters, why athletes should enjoy playing multiple sports, and how focusing on the process instead of the outcome changes everything. In this episode you'll learn: * Why Bryker wishes he had continued playing multiple sports * The importance of developing a daily process * How to stop letting bad games define you * Why confidence comes from discipline—not results * Lessons from BYU's mental performance coaching * How sports prepare you for life after athletics Whether you're an athlete, parent, or coach, this episode will help you think differently about success. Remember... Eyes Up. Do the Work. ⸻ 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 #E4APodcast ⸻ Credits: Hosted by Shad Martin + Justin Miller Produced by E4A and IMAGINATE STUDIO

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