The Mindset U Playbook
The Mindset U Playbook isn’t about baseball.
Baseball is just the entry point.
This is about building a person who can actually carry pressure, handle reality, and perform when it matters. On the field, in business, and in life.
Every episode breaks down what most people avoid.
Discipline. Standards. Emotional control. Decision-making under pressure.
Not the highlight reel. The stuff that determines who you become when nobody’s watching.
We get into the real gap.
The one between what you know and what you actually do.
Because talent isn’t the separator. Behaviour is.
And you won’t just hear it from me.
We bring in athletes, coaches, doctors, and high performers who are in it, not talking about it.
People doing real work, dealing with real pressure, making real decisions.
No theory for the sake of sounding smart.
Just lived experience, hard lessons, and what actually holds up when things get difficult.
This is for athletes, parents, coaches, and anyone who knows they’re capable of more but keeps hitting the same ceiling.
No hype. No shortcuts.
Just a system for showing up properly, consistently, across every area of your life.
Because what you do off the field isn’t separate.
It’s the whole game.
The Mindset U Playbook
# 55 - Les McTavish - Vauxhall Academy of Baseball
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Join Les McTavish and Curtis Pelletier as they delve into the intricacies of mental performance in sports, the importance of building good habits early, and the journey of developing young athletes. From personal stories of coaching to insights on multi-sport participation, this episode offers a deep dive into the world of sports development and the role of mindset in achieving success. Whether you're a coach, parent, or athlete, this conversation provides valuable perspectives on nurturing talent and fostering resilience. Tune in for an engaging discussion that highlights the power of dreaming big and the hard work it takes to get there.