There’s a reason so many people fall in love with basketball — anything can happen.

Buzzer beaters. Huge comebacks. Underdog wins. Cinderella stories that flip a season on its head. And yet, despite all the proof this game gives us, belief is often the first thing players and teams lose when results don’t go their way. In this episode, we explore the underestimated power of hope and belief in basketball — why momentum usually starts before the wins do, and how staying relentless can change everything, even when the ladder says otherwise.

🎙️ Episode 32: The Underestimated Power of Hope & Belief in Basketball

Release Date: December 18, 2025

Episode Type: Solo / Teaching

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• Why belief often comes before momentum — and how losing hope too early quietly ends seasons
• How basketball rewards relentless players and teams, even when results lag behind effort
• The mindset shift that keeps comeback stories alive, from buzzer beaters to late-season surges
• Why protecting belief matters despite disappointment

“Basketball always leaves room for anything to happen — but belief is what keeps the door open.”

– Teige Morrell

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• 🎙️ Ep. 28 - Self-Belief & the Surprising Impact of Problematic Sports Parents (My Parents’ Perspective – Part 3)
• 🎙️ Ep. 29 - Process-Oriented Thinking: The Mindset Shift Every Young Athlete Needs & How It Still Shapes My Game
• 🎙️ Ep. 23 - When a Coach Affects Your Confidence: Insight from a Pro Coach (Part 1)

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Have you ever wondered what it feels like to step into a new club, a new city, and a new league—and try to find your footing both on and off the court? In today’s special guest episode, you’re getting an inside look into my journey as an athlete through someone else’s lens: the UC Caps Weekly Podcast. This conversation dives into the behind-the-scenes of WNBL life, my upbringing in New Mexico, the internal disruptions and environmental pressures that shaped my mindset, and the unexpected lessons in joining a new organisation. If you’ve ever wanted a deeper look at the Canberra Capitals, the culture of this incredible club, or the heart behind my story—this episode is for you.

🎙️ Episode 31: Guest Episode — My Interview on the UC Caps Weekly Podcast

Release Date: December 10, 2025

Episode Type: Interview (Guest Podcast Feature)

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• The story behind my journey to the WNBL

• Fun facts from my New Mexico upbringing and how I found myself in Australia’s Capital.

• Behind-the-scenes insight into the Canberra Capitals — culture, teammates, and the iconic Sydney game breakdown.

• Encouragement for young athletes on staying grounded, motivated, and confident through the ups and downs.

“Never give up.”

– Teige Morrell

If this episode lit something up in you and you’re craving more support on confidence, mindset, and elevating your on-court finishing-touch, jump into my free course That Finishing Touch.

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• 🎙️ Episode 29 — Process-Oriented Thinking: The Mindset Shift Every Young Athlete Needs & How It Still Shapes My Game

• 🎁 Free course: That Finishing Touch

• 🎙️ UC Caps Weekly Podcast — Support Simon & Michelle (Spotify / Apple)

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Have you ever looked back at your younger self and wished you could give her a hug… and a little pep talk? Turning 30 has done that to me in the best way possible. Maybe it’s the milestone, maybe it’s the reflection, or maybe it’s just realizing how fast life moves — one minute you’re 13 and terrified of making mistakes, and the next you’re stepping into a new decade with deeper confidence and a whole lot more courage. This birthday episode is my love letter to 13-year-old me… and every teen athlete who’s still learning to take the shot, trust God, and be brave even when it feels uncomfortable.

Also, stay tuned for the after party where you'll hear from the UC Capitals Women's Basketball Team!

Release Date: December 8, 2025

Episode Type: Solo Story / Pep Talk

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• Why fear of mistakes holds young athletes back — and how perfectionism secretly steals confidence.
• How embracing discomfort builds true courage and growth, on and off the court.
• The practical mindset shift that I know would’ve been much more helpful embracing as a 13-year-old.

“Get comfortable being uncomfortable — your goals will demand it.”

– Teige Morrell

If this episode spoke to the part of you that wants to build confidence, take more risks, and stop letting fear call the shots… you’ll love my free course.

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Learn practical tools to build game-changing goals, trust your skills, and play with fearlessness.

• 🎙️ Episode 28 — Self-Belief & the Surprising Impact of Problematic Sports Parents (My Parents’ Perspective – Part 3)
• 🎙️ Episode 13 — Playoff Mindset: How to Perform Under Pressure + 3 Mental Shifts for Big Games
• 🎙️ Episode 7 — The Pressure to Be Perfect: People Pleasing and Playing Scared
• 🎁 That Finishing Touch mini-course

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How often do you walk away from a game only thinking about the score, the stats, or the things you didn’t do? If you’re like most young athletes, results feel like the only thing that matters. But what if the real path to confidence — and even greatness — is hidden in something much smaller, quieter, and way more within your control? This week’s episode was sparked by our game against my former team, the Perth Lynx, and a personal “win” that had nothing to do with the scoreboard… but everything to do with process-oriented thinking, growth, and becoming the athlete you’re meant to be.

If you or your athlete struggles with focusing too much on results — wins, stats, points, selections — this episode will feel like a deep breath. Today I’m sharing how one specific mindset shift has changed the way I compete, grow, and stay confident: process-oriented thinking.

I want this episode to feel like a breath of fresh air for athletes who put so much pressure on themselves - there's a better way!

Release Date: December 3, 2025

Episode Type: Solo

• Why young athletes lose confidence when they focus on results, and how process-oriented thinking builds long-term growth
• How to train your mind to be process-oriented instead and my personal example from the game!
• How to choose your “one thing” each week to keep improving
• A mindset reminder: you have to fall in love with the process of becoming great

“Falling in love with the process is what’s going to keep you motivated, keep you encouraged and keep you working hard...”

– Teige Morrell

If you’re ready to take this mindset and apply it directly to your finishing skills, don’t miss my free mini-course That Finishing Touch. It’ll help you build confidence, consistency, and purpose in your training — and it won’t be free for long with changes coming in the new year!!

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• 🎙️ Episode 28: Self-Belief & the Surprising Impact of Problematic Sports Parents (My Parents’ Perspective - Part 3)
• 🎁 Free Mini-Course: That Finishing Touch (Only available through 2025!)
• 📝 Blog post: “The Process of Becoming Great (Part 1)”

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In Part 3 of My Parents’ Perspective, we wrap up our most personal and impactful conversation yet. This episode dives into the surprising—and sometimes shocking— problematic sports parents my family experienced, from accusations and rumors to jealousy and sideline drama.

But what unfolds next is even more powerful: a vulnerable discussion on how childhood experiences influence a young athlete’s self-belief, how “outside noise” can quietly chip away at confidence, and why emotional turbulence at a young age can create long-lasting ripple effects.

My parents also share practical, heartfelt advice for supporting your child through negativity and building confidence rooted in both self-belief and hard work. This is an episode every sports parent, coach, and young athlete needs to hear. Come be a fly on the wall for an honest look into the life of a professional athlete.

🎙️ Episode 28: Self-Belief & the Surprising Impact of Problematic Sports Parents (My Parents’ Perspective – Part 3)

Release Date: November 26, 2025

Episode Type: Interview / Story

🔑 Episode Highlights:

• How “problematic sports parents” can unintentionally (or intentionally) chip away at a young athlete’s confidence—and what to look out for.
• Why childhood experiences and outside noise can have long-lasting emotional effects, shaping self-belief, resilience, and mindset well into adulthood.
• Practical advice for parents and coaches on how to support a child through the negativity and struggles in self-belief.
• A raw and honest look at our family’s own journey, including moments that tested our faith!

💬 Quote Worth Remembering (that Teige forgot during the recording 🤪)

“You are a child of God. Your playing small does not serve the world. There is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won't feel insecure around you. We are all meant to shine, as children do. We were born to make manifest the glory of God that is within us. It's not just in some of us; it's in everyone. And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same….”

– Marianne Williamson

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📚 Related Episodes & Resources:

• 🎙️ Episode 26 – How to Help Your Kid Stay Confident After Setbacks (My Parents’ Perspective - Part 1)
• 🎙️ Episode 27 – Raising Multi-Sport Athletes & The Reality of Developing a Competitive Edge (My Parents’ Perspective Part 2)
• 🎙️ Episode 21 – When Your Coach Is Your Parent: My Story and How to Navigate Parent-Coach Challenges

📲 Keep the Conversation Going:

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In Part 2 of “My Parents’ Perspective,” we go deeper into the early years of my basketball journey—the moments my parents realised I might actually go pro, to the intentional choices (and struggles) that came with raising multi-sport athletes.

This episode gives you a heartwarming behind-the-scenes look at a parent’s world: the chaotic schedules and the decisions they made to support—not force—my sporting path. We talk about developing a competitive edge, nurturing confidence and the emotional challenge of watching your kid waver in their self-belief.

If you’re a parent trying to raise a confident, well-rounded athlete—or an athlete wanting to understand your parents better—this conversation is going to land deep. It’s honest, reflective, and full of insights that shaped the player and person I am today.

🎙️ Episode 27: Raising Multi-Sport Athletes & The Reality of Developing a Competitive Edge (My Parents’ Perspective Part 2)

Release Date: November 19, 2025

Episode Type: Interview / Story

🔑 Episode Highlights:

• What parents actually juggle when raising multi-sport athletes — from busy schedules to big-picture decisions that shaped my early athlete development.
• How a competitive edge forms in young athletes — what my parents noticed in my early years (and what they knew they couldn’t control).
• The most important job of a parent — and how to ensure basketball doesn’t get in the way.
• The intentional choices my parents made to support my sporting path—without forcing basketball or trying to engineer my motivation.
• The emotional side of parenting athletes, including the challenge of watching your child struggle with self-belief or lacking competitiveness.

💬 Quote Worth Remembering:

“Some people develop differently… but the desire and belief has got to come from the kid, not the parent.”

– Marty Zeller

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Let’s build your early habits, knowledge and development together.

📚 Related Episodes & Resources

• 🎙️ Episode 26 – How to Help Your Kid Stay Confident After Setbacks (My Parents’ Perspective - Part 1)
• 🎙️ Episode 28 – Self-Belief & the Surprising Impact of Problematic Sports Parents (My Parents’ Perspective – Part 3)
• 🎙️ Episode 21 – When Your Coach Is Your Parent: My Story and How to Navigate Parent-Coach Challenges

📲 Keep the Conversation Going:

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

🧡 If This Helped You:

Share this episode with a parent, coach, or athlete who’s navigating the basketball journey. Sometimes the right perspective at the right time can change everything.

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If your kid has ever walked out of tryouts with tears in their eyes or felt crushed after missing a team, you’re not alone. Every athlete faces setbacks—but how they respond determines their growth, confidence, and future in sport. In this heartwarming conversation with my parents, we unpack the question every sports parent asks: “How do I help my kid keep their confidence up?” From the lessons they taught me growing up to the faith that shaped our family, this episode is full of perspective, encouragement, and practical mindset tools for both parents and players chasing their dreams.

🎙️ Episode 26: How to Help Your Kid Stay Confident After Setbacks (My Parents’ Perspective – Part 1)

Release Date: November 13, 2025

Episode Type: Interview

🔑 Episode Highlights:

• How parents can support their kids through disappointment and keep confidence strong after missed opportunities or tough losses.
• The power of work ethic, faith, and perspective in building resilience on and off the court.
• Practical advice for athletes learning to “never give up” while allowing themselves to feel disappointment in healthy ways.
• A reminder that identity isn’t found in sport—it’s found in Christ, the ultimate source of confidence and strength.

💬 Quote Worth Remembering:

“...that is more important than anything- including winning or losing basketball games or getting into trials...”

– Gael Zeller

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Confidence starts with clarity and consistent preparation.

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

📚 Related Episodes & Resources

• 🎙️ Episode 28 - Self-Belief & the Surprising Impact of Problematic Sports Parents (My Parents’ Perspective – Part 3)
• 🎙️ Episode 27 – Raising Multi-Sport Athletes & The Reality of Developing a Competitive Edge (My Parents’ Perspective Part 2)
• 🎙️ Episode 21 – When Your Coach Is Your Parent: My Story and How to Navigate Parent-Coach Challenges
• 🎁 Free coaching: That Finishing Touch Mini Course

📲 Keep the Conversation Going:

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Have you ever had that moment where you finally finish a huge game, an exam, or a big week… and your first instinct is to switch off, stay up late, binge scroll, or just “treat yourself” because you feel like you earned it? As athletes — and honestly, as driven people — we’ve all been there. But the truth is, greatness doesn’t just show up when it’s convenient. How you do anything is how you do everything, and those tiny moments of decision? They shape who you become. Today, we’re talking discipline — the kind that separates the good from the great, the dreamers from the doers, and the potential-filled from the truly born-for-greatness athletes who never settle.

🎙️ Episode 25: Discipline Matters — Uncovering Greatness & Why Athletes Can’t Afford to Settle

Release Date: November 5, 2025

Episode Type: Solo / Story / Teaching

• Why discipline is non-negotiable for serious athletes — and how settling for “good enough” destroys growth and confidence.
• The pro mindset behind the scenes: a real look into balancing WNBL season demands, recovery, and the temptation to “switch off.”
• How to build discipline before you “make it” — the habits, choices, and identity shifts that create greatness long before anyone is watching.

“How you do anything is how you do everything.”

— Teige Morrell

You were created for more — now let’s build the mindset and habits to match it.

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

• 🎙️ Related Episode: 11 - “Teige Morrell talks UC Capitals And How to Choose What Team You Play For!”
• 🎙️ Related 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

Questions, takeaways, or a discipline win this week?

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