Episodes

In this episode, you hear how endings shape your faith, your patience, and your relationships. You learn why the hardest seasons reveal what—and who—was never meant to go with you into the next chapter. We talk about: • The quiet “deaths” you walk through before God births something new • How pain, disappointment, and waiting expose the truth about your circle • Teaching your kids to recognize real friends from convenient ones • Guarding your ears and your spirit in vulnerable seasons • Wh...

High-level sports come with high-level pressure. But too often, athletes—and their parents—carry more weight than they can speak about. In this Parent Edition, Coach Daddd and Momma Rushhh talk about identity, expectations, and the quiet mental battles that hide behind performance. They share real talk on: The danger of tying worth to results What “90/10” looks like for athletes and parents How faith shapes our response when life feels unfair Why parents must find identity outside of their ...

In this episode of The Coach Daddd Podcast, Coach Daddd and Momma Rushhh welcome a special guest — their daughter Mia. Raised with the same discipline and faith principles as her athletic siblings, Mia’s path looks different. She’s an artist, cinephile, and YouTuber, hosting Movies with Mia, where she reacts to classic Hollywood films. Together, the Rushings unpack why passion alone isn’t enough — in sports, art, marriage, or faith. They explore how discipline, humility, and patience shape who ...

What does it really mean to have a growth mindset? In this episode, Coach Daddd and Momma Rushhh unpack the process of becoming—not just as parents or athletes, but as people. They explore how the energy we bring impacts our homes, how to recognize change in ourselves and others, and why creating a safe space for truth is essential for real development. You’ll hear insights on mentorship, communication, and the courage it takes to let growth feel uncomfortable. It’s not about chasing perfectio...

Every parent wants to see their child win — but when your identity gets wrapped up in their performance, you risk doing more harm than help. In this episode, Coach Daddd and Momma Rushhh talk about learning to manage your emotions, let your kids fail safely, and keep your ego out of their journey. From “controlled failure” to “the Harvard School of Coaching,” this one’s about growth, grace, and giving your child room to become who God designed them to be.

In this episode, Momma Rush and Coach Daddd unpack the story of the silversmith, the trap of learned helplessness, and the lasting impact of words—both the ones spoken to us and the ones we speak into ourselves. Together, they explore how cycles of dysfunction can be broken, how scars from childhood shape adulthood, and how athletes and young people can reframe negativity into fuel for growth. Ninety, Ten is a call to resilience, reflection, and building a legacy that endures.

Consistency, mindset, courage, relationships and sacrifice--these are the ingredients of the "secret sauce" that separates average from elite. In this episode, Coach Daddd unpacks what it really takes to move forward when progress feels invisible, why honesty with yourself matters, how to face challenges with the right mindset, and what it truly costs to pursue greatness.

What does it really mean to have courage? In this episode of the Coach Daddd Podcast, we dive into the mental side of sports—the part of the game that often makes the difference between good athletes and great ones. Courage isn’t the absence of fear. It’s choosing to move forward even when fear is screaming at you to stop. As Coach Daddd explains, courage means not letting fear have you. It’s about pressing forward through the hard moments—sometimes even through tears—because running away never...

When it comes to raising and coaching young athletes, everyone talks about motivation — but what happens when the motivation fades? In Episode 3 of the Coach Daddd Podcast, Coach Daddd breaks down why discipline, not motivation, is what separates the good from the great. Discipline isn’t glamorous. It’s not about highlight reels or viral moments. It’s about the daily choices that stack up over years: showing up to practice when you’re sore, finishing a workout when no one’s watching, and stayin...

In this episode of the Coach Daddd Podcast, we explore what true development means for young athletes. It’s not just about speed, strength, or skills—it’s about character, humility, discipline, and perseverance. Coach Daddd shares how parents and coaches play just as big a role as the athletes themselves, from providing the right resources to guiding their mental and emotional growth. You’ll hear stories about raising elite athletes, the power of “me vs. me,” and why aligning your why with your ...

Every parent with a young athlete has wondered: What does it really take to reach the next level? Before the training schedules, highlight reels, and recruiting calls, there’s one step that matters more than all the rest: falling in love with the sport. In this very first episode of the Coach Daddd Podcast, Trisha (@MommaRushhh) sits down with George (Coach Daddd) — a husband, dad, mentor, and father of athletes who’ve competed in Division I football, Power Five programs, and the Junior Olympic...