This episode unpacks how outside factors — like your coach and team environment — can impact your confidence as a player. Coach David Morrell joins me for a raw and insightful conversation about the link between culture and confidence — how coaches can either fuel belief or steal it.

I asked David to share his thoughts on a coach’s role when it comes to players’ confidence and my hope is that it gives you some of that coach’s insight that I literally get on a daily basis. …We talk through what a healthy, high-performance culture really looks like, and how to better understand your coach’s perspective when navigating how to create that ideal environment. Get the knowledge and understanding you need to stop overthinking your coach’s decisions and actions toward you and take back your confidence.

🎙️ Episode 23: When a Coach Affects Your Confidence — Insight from a Pro Coach (Part 1)

Release Date: October 17, 2025

Episode Type: Interview

🔑 Episode Highlights:

• How team culture and coaching style can shape your confidence and mindset as a player.
• What makes a “high-performance” environment healthy — and how coaches can balance demanding standards with player wellbeing.
• The affect that role clarity can have on players’ confidence.
• The insider perspective from Coach David Morrell on what’s really going on in a coach’s mind when it comes to their actions.

💬 Quote Worth Remembering:

“How can we not get subbed out? Let’s be honest… that’s what we’re really thinking.”

– Teige Morrell

🎯 Want to Go Deeper?

If you’d like to be coached by me for free, grab my free video lesson: That Finishing Touch + Setting Goals Like a Pro Worksheet HERE

Let’s work on your game — and your mindset — together.

📚 Related Episodes & Resources:

• 🎙️ Episode 22 – Ball Hog or Team Player? Breaking Down the Basketball ‘Selfishness’ Debate
• 🎙️ Episode 7 – The Pressure to Be Perfect: People Pleasing and Playing Scared

📲 Keep the Conversation Going:

Reach out any time at teige@proballbuddy.com or tag me on Instagram @proballbuddy when you’re listening — I love hearing your takeaways and stories! 💬

🧡 If This Helped You:

Share this episode with a teammate or coach who’s navigating confidence challenges this season. It might spark the kind of understanding that changes a whole team dynamic.

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Ever been called a ball hog just for being aggressive? Or maybe you’ve held back in games because you didn’t want to seem selfish. Every player wrestles with that tension — wanting to help their team win and needing to stay confident and take their shot. So where’s the line between confidence and selfishness in basketball? In this episode, we unpack one of the biggest debates in the game: is being a score-first player selfish, or do you actually need that edge to succeed?

Coach David Morrell joins us to break down the “selfishness” conversation from both a player and coach’s perspective — and trust me, this one will challenge how you think about confidence, decision-making, and what truly helps your team win.

🎙️ Episode 22: Ball Hog or Team Player? Breaking Down the Basketball ‘Selfishness’ Debate

Release Date: October 8, 2025

Episode Type: Conversation / Coaching Q&A

🔑 Episode Highlights:

• The truth about the “selfishness” label — and how to tell the difference between being selfish and being confident.
• Why being too passive can actually hurt your team just as much as forcing shots.
• How coaches can teach players the difference between good aggression and bad aggression.
• Practical tips for becoming a confident decision-maker who balances being a scoring threat with unselfish play.

💬 Quote Worth Remembering:

“Being selfish is not the answer. Knowing how to play good basketball is the answer.”

– Teige Morrell

🎯 Want to Go Deeper?

If you’re ready to level up your game and mindset, start with my free mini-course That Finishing Touch + Setting Goals Like a Pro → HERE

📚 Related Episodes & Resources

• 🎙️ Ep. 7 – The Pressure to Be Perfect: People Pleasing and Playing Scared
• 🎙️ Ep. 11 – Mean Girls, Bad Teammates & Basketball Confidence: How I Overcame Toxic Team Culture

📲 Keep the Conversation Going:

I’d love to hear your thoughts — do you think being a score-first player is selfish or necessary or dependent on the situation?

Email me at teige@proballbuddy.com or tag @proballbuddy on Instagram when you’re listening. 💬

🧡 If This Helped You:

Send this episode to a teammate, player or coach who’s ever struggled with finding that balance between confidence and teamwork. It might just spark the conversation your team needs to have!

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What’s it really like when your coach is also your parent? Some people assume you’re getting all the favoritism, while others think you’ve got it harder than anyone else on the team. Growing up as a coach’s daughter, I’ve lived through the stereotypes, the whispers, and the pressure—but I also experienced the encouragement and freedom that shaped my love for the game. In this episode, I’m opening up about my story, plus giving players and parents practical strategies for navigating the tricky parent-coach dynamic without losing the joy of basketball.

🎙️ Episode 21: When Your Coach Is Your Parent: My Story and How to Navigate Parent-Coach Challenges

Release Date: October 1, 2025

Episode Type: Story + Teaching

🔑 Episode Highlights:

• The two biggest stereotypes about coach’s kids—and how to overcome them.
• Why encouragement (not pressure) helps athletes stay motivated and love the game.
• How players can build trust and respect when teammates assume favoritism.
• Practical ways parent-coaches can balance fairness, leadership, and family love.

💬 Quote Worth Remembering:

“In 2025, being a junior coach is already tough enough to manage the drama. Add being a parent and it’s a downright atomic bomb.”

– Teige Morrell

🎯 Want to Go Deeper?

Ready to take your mindset and skills to the next level? 📥 Sign up for my free course That Finishing Touch → Here!

Let’s work on your game, and your mindset, together.

📚 Related Episodes & Resources

• 🎙️ [Ep. 3] – The 3 Core Mindset Pillars Every Basketball Player Needs to Understand in Order to Succeed
• 🎙️ [Ep. 12] – Mean Girls, Bad Teammates & Basketball Confidence: How I Overcame Toxic Team Culture
• 📝 Blog Post: How Do I Get My Child to Succeed in Basketball?

📲 Keep the Conversation Going:

Reach out any time: teige@proballbuddy.com or tag me on Instagram @proballbuddy when you’re listening. I love hearing your takeaways and stories! 💬

🧡 If This Helped You:

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Ever cramped up mid-game and wondered why your body betrayed you right when you needed it most? Or maybe you’ve dragged yourself through practice with a foggy brain and heavy legs, not realizing that the real issue wasn’t your fitness—it was your hydration. Most athletes (and parents of athletes) underestimate how much hydration affects energy, focus, recovery, and performance. In this episode of Pro Ball Buddy Mindset, I’m sitting down again with Nathan Cheung, founder of PureLyte, to break down the science of hydration, what electrolytes really do, and how to build smarter hydration habits that keep you performing at your best—without the sugar overload of typical sports drinks. And yes, we answer the question why sugar-free actually matters!

🎙️ Episode 20: Hydration 101: How to Fuel Performance, Prevent Cramping & Elevate Your Recovery Game with Electrolytes

Release Date: September 24, 2025

Episode Type: Interview

🔑 Episode Highlights:

• Why most athletes are actually under-hydrated (and all the ways it impacts your performance on court and recovery).
• The essential electrolytes: sodium, potassium, magnesium, and calcium—what they do, why you need them, and why balance matters.
• How dehydration affects your brain and body (hello, cramps and fatigue!) and what athletes are missing out on in your average sports drinks.
• Practical hydration strategies for game days, training, and recovery—plus how to properly use PureLyte to maximize results.

💬 Quote Worth Remembering:

“Hydration is one of the most underrated parts of treating yourself like a pro—but it makes a huge difference.”

– Teige Morrell

🎯 Want to Go Deeper?

📥 Join my the Pro Ball Buddy Mindset Exclusive email list: Click Here!

📚 Related Episodes & Resources

• 🎙️ Episode 19: Why I Trust PureLyte: The Story Behind the Aussie Electrolyte Brand I Use
• 💦 Try PureLyte for yourself → https://www.purelyte.com.au/teigemorrell (Use code PROBALLBUDDY for 12% off!)
• 🎁 Free Coaching: That Finishing Touch Mini-Course

📲 Keep the Conversation Going:

Email me anytime at teige@proballbuddy.com or tag me on Instagram @proballbuddy when you’re listening. I love hearing your takeaways and stories! 💬

🧡 If This Helped You:

Share this episode with a teammate, parent, or coach who needs to hear why hydration is so important for basketball performance.

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Most athletes don’t think twice about what’s in their sports drink—they just grab what’s available and trust it will help. But if you’ve ever cramped mid-game, felt drained after training, or wondered why recovery takes forever, your hydration could be the missing link. The truth? Many sports drinks are packed with sugar and don’t deliver on performance. That’s why in this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain with a brand I personally trust and use every day—PureLyte. I’m joined by founder Nathan Cheung to share his journey, why this hydration mix is different, and the family values driving the brand.

🎙️ Episode 18: Why I Trust PureLyte: The Story Behind the Aussie Electrolyte Brand I Use

Release Date: September 17, 2025

Episode Type: Interview

🔑 Episode Highlights:

• Why most sports drinks fail athletes—and how PureLyte was created to solve that problem.
• The surprising story behind my own cramping struggles and how finding the right hydration changed my performance.
• The family-driven values and vision that make PureLyte stand out from other brands.
• How faith, passion, and purpose fuel a business built to serve athletes and the sports community.

💬 Quote Worth Remembering:

“God’s timing lined up perfectly—PureLyte came into my life in the exact season I needed it most.” – Teige Morrell

🎯 Want to Go Deeper?

Hydration is just one piece of the puzzle. Your mindset and skill development matter too. That’s why I created That Finishing Touch—my free mini-course with a bonus Setting Goals Like a Pro worksheet.

📥 Sign up HERE

📚 Related Episodes & Resources

• Get 12% off your first PURELYTE order using code PROBALLBUDDY at checkout! Order via my ambassador link: https://www.purelyte.com.au/teigemorrell
• 🎙️ Episode 18 - Inside My First 48 Hours with the Canberra Capitals + Mindset Tips for Starting Your Basketball Season Strong
• 🎁 Free Coaching: That Finishing Touch Mini-Course

📲 Keep the Conversation Going:

Reach out any time: teige@proballbuddy.com or tag me on Instagram @proballbuddy when you’re listening. I love hearing your takeaways and stories! 💬

🧡 If This Helped You:

Share this episode with a teammate who struggles with cramping or hydration. It could be the game-changer they’ve been searching for.

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Starting fresh with a new team is exciting—but let’s be real, it can also feel overwhelming. Whether you’re stepping into your first rep team, gearing up for tryouts, or, like me, adjusting to a brand-new city and pro team, the nerves are real. In today’s episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on my first 48 hours with the Canberra Capitals in the WNBL and sharing the exact mindset strategies I’m leaning on to start the basketball season strong. If you’ve ever wondered how to adjust quickly, build confidence, and master your role on a new team, this one’s for you.

🎙️ Episode 18: Inside My First 48 Hours with the Canberra Capitals + Mindset Tips for Starting Your Basketball Season Strong

Release Date: September 10, 2025

Episode Type: Story + Teaching

🔑 Episode Highlights:

• Why so many athletes struggle with nerves, pressure, and uncertainty when joining a new basketball team—and how to overcome it.
• The three mindset strategies I’m using in Canberra: leaning into gratitude with belief in myself, focusing on what matters most, and building relationships from day one.
• Practical ways to master your role based on my personal example: defensive energy, communication, setting great screens, and staying locked in on details.
• A reminder that even pros feel nerves—the difference is in where we put our focus.

💬 Quote Worth Remembering:

“As a team, you are only as strong as your weakest link” – Teige Morrell

🎯 Want to Go Deeper?

If you want to take what we talked about today even further, grab my free mini-course That Finishing Touch, plus the Setting Goals Like a Pro worksheet. You’ll learn how to increase your field percentage, set clear goals, track your progress, and bring a pro-level mindset into your own season.

📥 Sign up here → That Finishing Touch Mini-Course

📚 Related Episodes & Resources

• 🎙️ [Episode 11] – Mean Girls, Bad Teammates & Basketball Confidence: How I Overcame Toxic Team Culture
• 🎙️ [Episode 15] – Playoff Mindset: How to Perform Under Pressure + 3 Mental Shifts for Big Games
• 🎙️ [Episode 10] – Teige Morrell talks UC Capitals And How to Choose What Team You Play For!
• 🎁 Be coached by me for free with That Finishing Touch Mini-Course → Grab it HERE

📲 Keep the Conversation Going:

I’d love to hear your takeaways from this episode! Email me anytime at teige@proballbuddy.com or tag me on Instagram @proballbuddy when you’re listening. 💬

🧡 If This Helped You:

Share this episode with a Caps fan or a teammate who’s starting fresh this season. Sometimes, the best encouragement is knowing you’re not alone in the process.

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When you’re short on time, what’s the first thing you cut from your workout? For most basketball players, the answer is recovery. Foam rolling gets skipped, stretching becomes optional, and rest days feel like wasted time. But here’s the truth: recovery isn’t lazy—it’s the hidden key to staying injury-free, building mental toughness, and stepping into your season game-ready. In this final part of the Off-Season Series, I’m pulling back the curtain on my personal recovery routine, falling in love with prehab to avoid rehab, and how to actually listen to your body so you don’t burn out before the season even starts.

🎙️ Episode 17: Recover Like a Pro: The Off Season Formula to Staying Game-Ready (Off-Season Series Part 4!)

Release Date: September 3, 2025

Episode Type: Solo Teaching + Story

🔑 Episode Highlights:

• Why prehab beats rehab every time—and how prevention can save you from wasted seasons.
• The truth about foam rolling, stretching, and breathing routines—and why they aren’t just “extras.”
• How to listen to your body and know the difference between soreness, pain, and burnout.
• A mindset shift: recovery isn’t wasted time, it’s a strategy for long-term success in basketball.

💬 Quote Worth Remembering:

“Your body is your career—treat it like your most valuable asset.” – Teige Morrell

🎯 Want to Go Deeper?

If you’re serious about approaching basketball like a pro, your next step is to build structure around your game. That’s why I created my free mini-course, That Finishing Touch—to help you set weekly goals, plan smarter, and build the confidence to actually get buckets.

📥 Sign up here → That Finishing Touch Mini-Course + Setting Goals like a Pro Worksheet

📚 Related Episodes & Resources

• 🎙️ Episode 14 – Relax & Recharge: The First Steps to a Pro-Level Basketball Off Season (Off-Season Series Part 1)
• 🎙️ Episode 15 – Design Your Basketball Off Season Training Plan (That You’ll Actually Stick To) (Off-Season Series Part 2)
• 🎙️ Episode 16 – Discipline & Mental Toughness: How to Stay Hungry All Off Season (Off-Season Series Part 3)
• 📝Check out the Blog Post: How to Approach the Basketball Off Season Like a Pro

📲 Keep the Conversation Going:

I’d love to hear your biggest takeaway from this Off-Season Series! Reach out anytime: teige@proballbuddy.com or tag me on Instagram @proballbuddy while you’re listening. 💬

🧡 If This Helped You:

Send this episode to a teammate or training buddy who sometimes skips their recovery. Often the best way to support each other’s growth is to remind each other of the little things that make the biggest difference.

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The off-season can feel like the longest grind of the year. With no games, no crowds, and no instant results, staying motivated isn’t easy. But here’s the truth: the players who master discipline and mental toughness in the off-season are the ones who come back transformed. I know firsthand what it’s like to wake up on a training day and not feel like moving—but those exact days often turn into the most breakthrough workouts. In this episode, I’ll show you how to push through the lows, fuel your motivation, and keep your hunger alive all off season long by sticking to your plan, using progress tracking and reflection and finding your “why.”

🎙️ Episode 16: Discipline & Mental Toughness: How to Stay Hungry All Off Season (Off-Season Series Part 3!)

Release Date: August 26, 2025

Episode Type: Solo / Story + Teaching

🔑 Episode Highlights:

• Why discipline is the difference-maker for basketball players during the off-season and how to show up even on low-motivation days.
• The role of mental toughness in overcoming burnout, slumps, and “I don’t feel like it” moments.
• How to track your progress and use reflection as fuel for motivation.
• The power of anchoring yourself in your “why” so your drive doesn’t fade halfway through the season.

💬 Quote Worth Remembering:

“Being a professional is doing the things you love to do, on the days you don’t feel like doing them.” – Julius Erving

🎯 Want to Go Deeper?

Want help with confidence, clarity, and becoming the player and person you were meant to be?

📥 Get access to my free course That Finishing Touch Free Mini-Course + Setting Goals Like a Pro Worksheet

Let’s work on your game, and your mindset, together.

📚 Related Episodes & Resources

• 🎙️ Episode 15 – Design Your Basketball Off Season Training Plan -That You’ll Actually Stick To (Off-Season Series Part 2)
• 🎙️ Episode 14 – Relax & Recharge: The First Steps to a Pro-Level Basketball Off Season (Off-Season Series Part 1)
• 🎁 Sign up for That Finishing Touch Free Mini-Course

📲 Keep the Conversation Going:

Reach out any time: teige@proballbuddy.com or tag me on Instagram @proballbuddy when you’re listening. I LOVE hearing your takeaways and stories! 💬

🧡 If This Helped You:

Share this episode with a teammate, coach, or basketball family who needs it—and don’t forget to hit follow so you don’t miss what’s next—part 4 to the Off-Season series! 🔥

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