))
A good one Cover art photo provided by JJ Ying on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@jjying
…
continue reading
In this podcast we discuss the topic of paying college athletes and go in depth on why they don’t get paid and some solutions to this issue.
…
continue reading
College athletes should be paid Cover art photo provided by Efe Kurnaz on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@efekurnaz
…
continue reading
Debating paying collage athletes
…
continue reading
Why college athletes should be paid. Cover art photo provided by Daniel Olah on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@danesduet
…
continue reading
Should College Athletes be Paid
…
continue reading
Pros and Cons to paying college athletes Cover art photo provided by William Stitt on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@willpower
…
continue reading
Asking questions and looking for opinions.
…
continue reading
Hearing from collegiate athletes about their experience, accomplishments, highs and lows as a NCAA D1, D2, or D3 athlete.
…
continue reading
Tells a interesting story about how I met Will Ferrell Cover art photo provided by Bia Andrade on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@biawashere
…
continue reading
An interview discussing the benefits of paying athletes. Cover art photo provided by Paweł Czerwiński on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@pawel_czerwinski
…
continue reading
1
Future First, Softball Second: College Planning for Softball Athletes & Parents
Quincy Lewis-Buggs
1
104
Are you ready to own the college planning process as a softball family? Then you’re in the right place! I’m your host, Quincy Lewis-Buggs, and I’m a former DI, D2, and D3 college coach, D2 pitcher, and education/athletic administration major. Join me (along with some amazing guests) as we discuss college planning, finding your perfect fit, academics, and more! COMMUNITY: https://www.diamonddynamics.org/connect-with-us.html CONNECT: [email protected] WORK WITH ME: https://www.diamond ...
…
continue reading
In this episode, Quincy spends time with mental performance and college softball coach Bekah Good! They discuss the importance of process orientation when failure is common in our sport, focusing on actionable steps rather than overwhelming outcomes, and using mental skills to succeed while working towards playing college softball! Connect with Bek…
…
continue reading
This week on the podcast I dive into some popular conversations I've had this fall with college softball coaches out at showcases and they're identifying athletes to recruit! Connect with us: Our College Planning Program & Support Options Instagram Facebook Group由Quincy Lewis-Buggs
…
continue reading
In this coaching session, I break down the next steps for softball players in junior year who feel they’re doing everything right to play in college but aren’t building the relationships they hoped for yet! SUBMIT YOUR OWN QUESTION Connect with us: Our college planning program & Support Options Instagram Facebook Grou…
…
continue reading
To celebrate our 100th episode, I reflected back on my own time going through the process as a student-athlete and share the top 10 things I needed to hear back then. Head over to Instagram to check out #11-100! Also, congrats to our 100th episode giveaway winner, Amy Bourbar! Connect with us: Our College Planning Program & Support Option…
…
continue reading
In this episode, I discuss the complexities of the recruiting process for softball athletes, focusing on the timelines for offers, the behind-the-scenes factors that influence college coaches' decisions, and the importance of understanding scholarship budgets. As hard as it is, focus on controlling what they can in their recruiting journey and to b…
…
continue reading
This week on the podcast I give some guidance to a parent reaching out for advice as they attend softball showcases and dive into recruiting for the first time with their athlete this fall! SUBMIT YOUR OWN QUESTION Connect with us: Our college planning program & Support Options Instagram Facebook Group…
…
continue reading
This week I welcome Allie (former D1 softball player, travel coach and recruiting coordinator) and Paul Richmond (father of 2 D1 softball players and current Horseheads HS coach), a father-daughter duo deeply involved in the softball world. They discuss their unique experiences in navigating the complexities of youth sports, the recruitment process…
…
continue reading
In today's coaching session episode I dive into the pieces that should be in your athletic resume, when to start working on it, and more! SUBMIT YOUR OWN QUESTION Connect with us: Our college planning program & Support Options Instagram Facebook Group由Quincy Lewis-Buggs
…
continue reading
In today's episode I dive into some of the consistent themes that have come up in conversations with our underclassmen as they watch the juniors go through the process of connecting with college softball coaches! Connect with us: Our College Planning Program & Support Options Instagram Facebook Group…
…
continue reading
This week on the podcast I dive into this listener submission: "My athlete is a high level softball player and a high level volleyball player. She’s done travel and high school for both successfully up to this point but she’s just starting sophomore year and it feels like it’s starting to get harder and things are slipping. We’re considering taking…
…
continue reading
With so much buzz going around the softball community this week I wanted to dive into some thoughts for the athletes who didn't get the interest they wanted or expected on 9/1 from D1 coaches. Connect with us: Our College Planning Program & Support Options Instagram Facebook Group…
…
continue reading
After 13 listener questions came in about September 1st coming up and D1 communication starting for the juniors, I wanted to touch on it all! It's important to remember that September 1st is one day of a years long process, and each athlete is going through it on their own timeline. SUBMIT YOUR OWN QUESTION Connect with us: Our college planning …
…
continue reading
Today's episode is a hodgepodge of thoughts from across this summer that kept coming up! I'll cover everything from commitment timelines, to camp invites, to how coaches do things differently than other coaches! Connect with us: Our College Planning Program & Support Options Instagram Facebook Group…
…
continue reading
This week's episode dives into a coaching session that came about after a parent listened to our last coaching session episode about being an uncommitted 2026 (senior). We head to the opposite end of the process and chat about those just starting the process as a 2029 (freshman) and what parents can be doing to set their athletes up for success! SU…
…
continue reading
In this week's episode I dive into four main things you should focus on the next two months that include: resting, camping, reseting, and evaluating your plan! Connecting with college coaches is a 12 month commitment, and those that treat it that way are well ahead of others as they work to make an impression! Connect with us: Our College Planni…
…
continue reading
Today on the podcast I have a tough conversation geared towards those of you who are uncommitted 2026s (rising seniors). I dive into why you may not have the offers you wanted, how to develop relationships with college coaches late in the process, and some thoughts from a college coach point of view to help you understand where they are coming from…
…
continue reading
In this week's episode I dive into researching potential teams, what questions to ask, and what red flags to look for! Your travel softball ball team plays such a big part of your ability to connect with college softball coaches and it's a huge decision! Connect with us: Our College Planning Program & Support Options Instagram…
…
continue reading
On this week's episode I chat about how to overcome the struggle of balancing your day to day life while also working to play college softball. I'm a big believer in using the word AND as much as possible. It can be getting a workout in AND spending time with your friends, sending emails AND going to the beach with your family, etc. it just takes t…
…
continue reading
On this week's episode I dive into seven conversations I've been having with college softball coaches this summer as I've been out at showcase events connecting with everyone from local junior college coaches to Power 4 coaches in Colorado last week! Connect with us: Our College Planning Program & Support Options Instagram …
…
continue reading
On this week's coaching session I discuss "How important is it that we attend national events like Colorado to be seen by college coaches?" And my answer might surprise you! SUBMIT YOUR OWN QUESTION Connect with us: Our college planning program & Support Options Instagram Facebook Group…
…
continue reading
Nutrition is often the missing link in unlocking an athlete’s full potential. In this episode, I sit down with Sports Dietitian Kaitlyn McNally to dive into the everyday nutrition habits that can make or break athletic performance. We talk about pre-tournament meal prep, eating breakfast, little adjustments that will make a big difference and more!…
…
continue reading
On today's coaching episode I dive into how the best way to stand out at camps is to choose the right camps, along with some other camp advice! SUBMIT YOUR OWN QUESTION Connect with us: Our college planning program & Support Options Instagram Facebook Group由Quincy Lewis-Buggs
…
continue reading
In today's episode I share things my most successful athletes (and their parents!) do throughout their college planning process that their peers usually don't. Connect with us: Our College Planning Program & Support Options Instagram Facebook Group由Quincy Lewis-Buggs
…
continue reading
On today's coaching session episode I answer "Is playing on a national team required to get recruited to a bigger program in college?" and dive into some conversation starts if your family is trying to decide what level of travel ball makes the most sense for you! SUBMIT YOUR OWN QUESTION Connect with us: Our college planning program & Su…
…
continue reading
On today's episode I dive into 5 ways to make the most of the upcoming showcase season! From communication to camps to video I chat about it all! Connect with us: Our College Planning Program & Support Options Instagram Facebook Group由Quincy Lewis-Buggs
…
continue reading
On this week's coaching session I discuss how to get an evaluation to help determine what an athlete's skill level is and what division of school is a reasonable goal as an athlete who doesn't live near showcases, high level travel teams, or recruiting opportunities. SUBMIT YOUR OWN QUESTION Connect with us: Our college planning program &…
…
continue reading
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, overc…
…
continue reading
This week's coaching session is brought to you by a college coach friend who will be beyond excited to be the feature of an episode. *Insert excited face emoji here!* She asked "Now that I know College Coaches are allowed to ask questions I’m in! I’m a coach at a D1 school in the Mid-Atlantic and I’ve connected with multiple of Quincy’s athletes an…
…
continue reading
This week on the podcast I'm joined by Kerri Jacklets, former college coach and owner of KJaxx Sports. We dive into making the most of travel ball, the current and changing college landscape, skill development, and more! The podcast Kerri references is from Wisdom from the Top with Guy Raz and the episode is "Why Generalists Come out on Top: David …
…
continue reading
On this week's coaching session I cover common mistakes athletes are making when it comes to using social media to connect with college coaches! SUBMIT YOUR OWN QUESTION Connect with us: Our college planning program & Support Options Instagram Facebook Group由Quincy Lewis-Buggs
…
continue reading
In today's episode I dive into coach communication, why it matters to consistently reach out, and more! Connect with us: Our College Planning Program & Support Options Instagram Facebook Group由Quincy Lewis-Buggs
…
continue reading
This week on the podcast I answer "My 2028 (freshman) is playing with all 2026s (juniors) and is struggling to understand that she's at a different point in the process than they are. What can we do to support her through this?" SUBMIT YOUR OWN QUESTION Connect with us: Our college planning program & Support Options Instagram…
…
continue reading
On today's episode I chat with Layla Weaver, an alumna of our 1:1 college planning program and freshman at Niagara University! We touch on her journey through high school, being picky in her college search, how playing college softball is a privilege, and so much more! Connect with us: Our college planning program & Support Options …
…
continue reading
This week on the podcast I give some insight into what to do and how to adjust when you aren't getting the looks you feel like you should be as we get close to the end of junior year. If you're looking for additional support, I onboard 2026s in our 1:1 support program until August! Connect with us: Our college planning program & Support O…
…
continue reading
There's so much misinformation out there about playing high school softball and how it impacts playing in college and connecting with coaches. On this episode I chat about why most college coaches want their athletes to play high school ball! Connect with us: Our college planning program & Support Options Instagram Fa…
…
continue reading
This week on the podcast I chat about how to navigate the process when your athlete is on the shy and quiet side especially as they start to transition to communicating with coaches more as they get older! SUBMIT YOUR OWN QUESTION Connect with us: Our college planning program & Support Options Instagram Facebook Group…
…
continue reading
On today's episode I chat with Peyton Sullivan, an alumna of our 1:1 college planning program and freshman at the University of New Haven, about a coaching change in the middle of her process and how she overcame it, reflecting back on her time as a senior in high school and more! Connect with us: Our college planning program & Support Op…
…
continue reading
A conversation came up in our middle school parent seminar about money grabs, so I wanted to expand on it in this week's episode! There are so many different opportunities and events athletes are getting communication about, it's important to weed through what will actually help in the process and what won't! If you missed our middle school parent …
…
continue reading
In this week's episode I'm joined by two college coach friends: Emily Miller (head coach at Kenyon College) and Erica Hess (assistant coach at Hillsdale College) to chat all things high academic! They share insights on similarities and differences in the recruiting process to a general recruit, how athletes adjust freshman year, and more! Connect w…
…
continue reading
On today's coaching session episode I talk about how to know what level to target when you can't communicate with D1 coaches until Junior year! RPI Rankings Link VIP Weeks / College Planning Program SUBMIT YOUR OWN QUESTION Connect with us: Our college planning program & Support Options Instagram Facebook Group…
…
continue reading
On today's episode I chat with Elle Walasavage, an alumna of our 1:1 college planning program and freshman at Susquehanna University, about her recruiting journey, why Susquehanna, and how she makes the most of all of the opportunities she has in college! Connect with us: Our college planning program & Support Options Instagram…
…
continue reading
I've been having so many conversations with sophomores and parents of sophomores (2027s) the last few weeks about how hard things feel right now as they work to play in college. In this episode I share some of why you might feel this way so you can make a plan to move forward! SUBMIT YOUR OWN QUESTION Connect with us: Our college planning progra…
…
continue reading
This week on the podcast I dive into all things college planning and college softball with Penny Roberts. As a former D1 softball player at Rutgers, Olympian for Puerto Rico, D2 coach at St. Thomas Aquinas in NY, coach of the Empire State Huskies, and mom to a D1 softball player she really has a hand in every part of the process! Connect with us: …
…
continue reading
On today's coaching session episode I talk about how to expose middle school athletes to all opportunities and have age appropriate conversations about playing in college! Have more questions about how to prepare for your athlete to hit high school and possible want to play in college? Sign up for our free Middle School Parent Seminar here! SUBMIT …
…
continue reading
Grab a piece of paper and get ready to hit pause a lot as I guide you and your family through some conversation starters for this off season to help set you up for success during this year's recruiting cycle! Feeling like you have more questions than answers still after this episode? We still have a few discounted 1:1 spots, VIP Weeks, and individu…
…
continue reading
We launched our college planning program 4 years ago today, and wow have we grown..crazy that the podcast wasn't even in the picture until year 3 and it's now my favorite way to connect with you all! A huge THANK YOU for being here, whether you're a newbie or an OG community member! Send me a message on social media or email Quincy@diamonddynamics.…
…
continue reading
On today's coaching session episode I answer a question from a parent of a 2029 (8th grader) about how to figure out if your athlete really wants to play in college. SUBMIT YOUR OWN QUESTION Connect with us: Our college planning program & Support Options Instagram Facebook Group…
…
continue reading
In today's episode I go over updates from the National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA) Convention that I attended last week! I'll cover everything from updates on the House Settlement, to what 25 scholarships for D1 softball looks like, to new proposed communication dates for D1, and what implications this has on all of you! Connect with us: …
…
continue reading
On today's coaching session episode I share some questions to ask yourself if you love softball and want to play in college but you're feeling pressure from a parent and playing isn't as fun anymore. SUBMIT YOUR OWN QUESTION Connect with us: Our college planning program & Support Options Instagram Facebook Group…
…
continue reading
Happy Thanksgiving! Just a quick reminder that it's important to take time off, miss the grind, and be present with your family and friends! Connect with us: Our college planning program Instagram Facebook Group由Quincy Lewis-Buggs
…
continue reading
