X Factor Level Up Your Mental Game

Play Hard. Stay Tough. Never Quit.

Brian Martin Episode 67

In this episode we break down one of the grittiest comebacks in Final Four history — Houston vs. Duke. This wasn’t just about talent. This was about heart, toughness, and refusing to give in when everything was going wrong.

We’ll unpack the mindset that fueled Houston’s late-game push, the power of playing hard no matter the score, and the mental toughness lessons every athlete and coach can learn from this game.

If you’ve ever wondered what mental toughness really looks like in action — this is it