Youth Inc. Recommends: Five of Our Favorite Girls' Youth Sports Podcasts
Girls in sports face unique challenges and opportunities—from navigating confidence and body image to finding their voice in male-dominated spaces. These podcasts are dedicated to uplifting, educating and empowering young female athletes and those who support them. Whether you're a parent, coach, or athlete, these shows offer valuable insights into the experiences of girls in sports today.
Alpha Girl Confidence
What it is: Hosted by Shay Haddow, a confidence coach and former Division I athlete, this podcast focuses on building mental toughness and self-belief in young female athletes. Episodes cover topics like overcoming perfectionism, dealing with comparison and developing leadership skills.
Why we like it: Haddow's personal experience and professional expertise provide relatable and actionable advice. Her commitment to empowering girls through confidence-building makes this podcast a valuable resource for athletes and their support systems.
The Elite Competitor Podcast
What it is: Hosted by confidence coach Breanne Smedley, this podcast is all about helping girl athletes build a strong mindset—and helping their parents know what to say (and not say) along the way. Each episode blends sports psychology, parenting wisdom and real-life examples from the field, court, or pool.
Why we like it: Smedley has a gift for making complex mental training tools feel simple and doable. Whether your daughter is struggling with self-doubt, perfectionism or pressure, this podcast gives both of you language and strategies to handle it together. It’s the kind of resource that helps parents shift from problem-solving to empowering—so your athlete can grow, not just as a player, but also as a confident young woman.
