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Ever wonder what it takes to run a successful cheer program? In this episode, we pull back the curtain on the systems, protocols, and daily operations that keep Mustang running smoothly. Joined by Taylor, one of our directors, we break down everything from staff uniforms to carpool rotations to class evaluations.

Whether you&#39;re a gym owner, coach, or parent, this episode is packed with practical insights on building systems that work, creating a culture of excellence, and showing up every day like you&#39;re still trying to earn the job.



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00:00 Introduction and Welcome
01:15 The Importance of Staff Uniforms
03:42 Positions and Safety Protocols
06:28 First Impressions and the Parent Experience
09:20 Class Structure and Rotation Systems
13:45 The Mustang Star Leadership Award
16:30 Carpool System Explained
20:10 Coach Requests and What Makes a Great Coach
24:55 Fab Fours and Private Classes
28:40 Communication Between Coaches and Administration
31:25 Evaluation Systems and Tracking Progress
35:18 Attendance Policies and Taking Your Job Seriously
38:50 Staff Development and Monday Meetings
42:35 Yearly Staff Training
46:20 Adaptability and Continuous Improvement
50:15 Final Thoughts on Elevating the Experience</description><guid isPermaLink="false">flightcast:01M12029B02JHYXY1SGQ30WPXZ</guid><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 15:00:00 -0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episode.flightcast.com/01M12029B0P0NH5995XV55JTRJ.mp3" length="0" type="audio/mpeg"></enclosure><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="text-node">Welcome back to Off the Mat!</p><p class="text-node"></p><p class="text-node">Ever wonder what it takes to run a successful cheer program? In this episode, we pull back the curtain on the systems, protocols, and daily operations that keep Mustang running smoothly. Joined by Taylor, one of our directors, we break down everything from staff uniforms to carpool rotations to class evaluations.</p><p class="text-node">Whether you're a gym owner, coach, or parent, this episode is packed with practical insights on building systems that work, creating a culture of excellence, and showing up every day like you're still trying to earn the job.</p><p class="text-node"></p><p class="text-node">Subscribe!</p><p class="text-node"></p><p class="text-node">00:00 Introduction and Welcome<br>01:15 The Importance of Staff Uniforms<br>03:42 Positions and Safety Protocols<br>06:28 First Impressions and the Parent Experience<br>09:20 Class Structure and Rotation Systems<br>13:45 The Mustang Star Leadership Award<br>16:30 Carpool System Explained<br>20:10 Coach Requests and What Makes a Great Coach<br>24:55 Fab Fours and Private Classes<br>28:40 Communication Between Coaches and Administration<br>31:25 Evaluation Systems and Tracking Progress<br>35:18 Attendance Policies and Taking Your Job Seriously<br>38:50 Staff Development and Monday Meetings<br>42:35 Yearly Staff Training<br>46:20 Adaptability and Continuous Improvement<br>50:15 Final Thoughts on Elevating the Experience</p>]]></content:encoded><itunes:title>The Systems Behind Running a Successful Cheer Gym</itunes:title><itunes:image href="https://files.flightcast.com/workspaces/wc3guvgs7x3xk23adp4n5i7d/01M1755EY4SXSZH87MC8418DC7/taylor_square.jpg"></itunes:image><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:duration>1523</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:summary>Welcome back to Off the Mat!



Ever wonder what it takes to run a successful cheer program? In this episode, we pull back the curtain on the systems, protocols, and daily operations that keep Mustang running smoothly. Joined by Taylor, one of our directors, we break down everything from staff uniforms to carpool rotations to class evaluations.

Whether you&#39;re a gym owner, coach, or parent, this episode is packed with practical insights on building systems that work, creating a culture of excellence, and showing up every day like you&#39;re still trying to earn the job.



Subscribe!



00:00 Introduction and Welcome
01:15 The Importance of Staff Uniforms
03:42 Positions and Safety Protocols
06:28 First Impressions and the Parent Experience
09:20 Class Structure and Rotation Systems
13:45 The Mustang Star Leadership Award
16:30 Carpool System Explained
20:10 Coach Requests and What Makes a Great Coach
24:55 Fab Fours and Private Classes
28:40 Communication Between Coaches and Administration
31:25 Evaluation Systems and Tracking Progress
35:18 Attendance Policies and Taking Your Job Seriously
38:50 Staff Development and Monday Meetings
42:35 Yearly Staff Training
46:20 Adaptability and Continuous Improvement
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00:00 Welcome Back and Four Things You Need to Know
00:52 Your Attitude Going Into Practice Matters
04:13 Coaches Have Favorites and Why That&#39;s Okay
06:33 Attendance Matters More Than You Think
08:40 The Disrespect of Last-Minute Absences
11:46 Your Choreography Spot is Not Your Final Spot
12:34 How Routines Change Throughout the Season
14:37 Stay Ready and Keep Working on Your Skills
16:08 Body Positions and Flexibility: Start Now
20:31 Bases and Backspots Are Just as Important
23:33 The Transition from Flyer to Base
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00:00 Welcome Back and Four Things You Need to Know
00:52 Your Attitude Going Into Practice Matters
04:13 Coaches Have Favorites and Why That&#39;s Okay
06:33 Attendance Matters More Than You Think
08:40 The Disrespect of Last-Minute Absences
11:46 Your Choreography Spot is Not Your Final Spot
12:34 How Routines Change Throughout the Season
14:37 Stay Ready and Keep Working on Your Skills
16:08 Body Positions and Flexibility: Start Now
20:31 Bases and Backspots Are Just as Important
23:33 The Transition from Flyer to Base
28:15 Final Thoughts: Relax and Enjoy the Season</itunes:summary><podcast:image href="https://files.flightcast.com/workspaces/wc3guvgs7x3xk23adp4n5i7d/01M0N8YDC52WPVMHD9F7NSHXWX/podcast_cover_aug_22.png" aspect-ratio="16/9"></podcast:image><media:thumbnail url="https://files.flightcast.com/workspaces/wc3guvgs7x3xk23adp4n5i7d/01M0N8YDC52WPVMHD9F7NSHXWX/podcast_cover_aug_22.png"></media:thumbnail><podcast:transcript url="https://rss.flightcast.com/transcripts/01M0N2E9AEMG349W9C6XSV4ZDV.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en" rel="captions"></podcast:transcript></item><item><title>&#34;This Mental Block is the Best Thing to Happen to You&#34;</title><description>Subscribe</description><guid isPermaLink="false">flightcast:01KY0HXY83WTQY24AQQ9V70DX6</guid><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:21:00 -0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episode.flightcast.com/01KY0HXY83A9SRRSFHT4PBS309.mp3" length="0" type="audio/mpeg"></enclosure><author>RaulD33</author><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="text-node">Subscribe </p>]]></content:encoded><itunes:title>&#34;This Mental Block is the Best Thing to Happen to You&#34;</itunes:title><itunes:author>RaulD33</itunes:author><itunes:image href="https://files.flightcast.com/workspaces/wc3guvgs7x3xk23adp4n5i7d/01KY1HKNVADNMHBFH3Q5TM7NBJ/levi_pod_2.jpg"></itunes:image><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:duration>3131</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:summary>Subscribe</itunes:summary><podcast:image href="https://files.flightcast.com/workspaces/wc3guvgs7x3xk23adp4n5i7d/01KY1HKFBG7Y2ZJ1Q0CT4S7DFG/levi_pod_2_rectangle.png" aspect-ratio="16/9"></podcast:image><media:thumbnail url="https://files.flightcast.com/workspaces/wc3guvgs7x3xk23adp4n5i7d/01KY1HKFBG7Y2ZJ1Q0CT4S7DFG/levi_pod_2_rectangle.png"></media:thumbnail><podcast:transcript url="https://rss.flightcast.com/transcripts/01KY0HXY83A9SRRSFHT4PBS309.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en" rel="captions"></podcast:transcript></item><item><title>Woodlands Elite: San Antonio’s Newest Powerhouse</title><description>Woodlands Elite has officially arrived in San Antonio. In this episode, we sit down with the team behind the new location to talk about how it all came together, the vision behind the gym, and what the future looks like as they build the next chapter of Woodlands Elite. 
00:00 - Introductions and how it started
03:44 - Why Woodlands Elite?
04:26 - Why San Antonio?
05:50 - Challenges of Opening a gym
08:17 - Do you feel the pressure?
11:02 - How many Teams?
13:10 - Ownership Pressure
15:03 - The coaches’ stories
26:26 - What Does Success Look like for the Year?
30:18 - What Makes You Stand Out as a Coach?
34:44 - What Experience Do We Want For Everyone?
36:54 - Why Should An Athlete Choose WESA?
42:05 - What are You Most Proud of?
49:48 - What Do You Want to be Remembered For?</description><guid isPermaLink="false">59c5798b-ed28-4cd6-ae70-8bc3eeaa952b</guid><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 17:56:58 -0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episode.flightcast.com/zom7ccap0fna1t09uur5qcp8.mp3" length="0" type="audio/mpeg"></enclosure><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Woodlands Elite has officially arrived in San Antonio. In this episode, we sit down with the team behind the new location to talk about how it all came together, the vision behind the gym, and what the future looks like as they build the next chapter of Woodlands Elite. </p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>00:00 - Introductions and how it started</p><p>03:44 - Why Woodlands Elite?</p><p>04:26 - Why San Antonio?</p><p>05:50 - Challenges of Opening a gym</p><p>08:17 - Do you feel the pressure?</p><p>11:02 - How many Teams?</p><p>13:10 - Ownership Pressure</p><p>15:03 - The coaches’ stories</p><p>26:26 - What Does Success Look like for the Year?</p><p>30:18 - What Makes You Stand Out as a Coach?</p><p>34:44 - What Experience Do We Want For Everyone?</p><p>36:54 - Why Should An Athlete Choose WESA?</p><p>42:05 - What are You Most Proud of?</p><p>49:48 - What Do You Want to be Remembered For?</p>]]></content:encoded><itunes:title>Woodlands Elite: San Antonio’s Newest Powerhouse</itunes:title><itunes:image href="https://files.flightcast.com/v3-imports/images/d7hj8t9010t2q9rhrpzy62oc/qtsrin22ok0mayyugx02ikwt-cover.jpg"></itunes:image><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:duration>3264</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:summary>Woodlands Elite has officially arrived in San Antonio. In this episode, we sit down with the team behind the new location to talk about how it all came together, the vision behind the gym, and what the future looks like as they build the next chapter of Woodlands Elite. 
00:00 - Introductions and how it started
03:44 - Why Woodlands Elite?
04:26 - Why San Antonio?
05:50 - Challenges of Opening a gym
08:17 - Do you feel the pressure?
11:02 - How many Teams?
13:10 - Ownership Pressure
15:03 - The coaches’ stories
26:26 - What Does Success Look like for the Year?
30:18 - What Makes You Stand Out as a Coach?
34:44 - What Experience Do We Want For Everyone?
36:54 - Why Should An Athlete Choose WESA?
42:05 - What are You Most Proud of?
49:48 - What Do You Want to be Remembered For?</itunes:summary><podcast:image href="https://assets.flightcast.com/V2Uploads/wc3guvgs7x3xk23adp4n5i7d/h24scvxug2zrusiwqo50je8i/thumbnail-h24scvxug2zrusiwqo50je8i.jpg" aspect-ratio="16/9"></podcast:image><media:thumbnail url="https://assets.flightcast.com/V2Uploads/wc3guvgs7x3xk23adp4n5i7d/h24scvxug2zrusiwqo50je8i/thumbnail-h24scvxug2zrusiwqo50je8i.jpg"></media:thumbnail><podcast:transcript url="https://rss.flightcast.com/transcripts/zom7ccap0fna1t09uur5qcp8.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en" rel="captions"></podcast:transcript></item><item><title>How He Became a Director in the Most Competitive Cheer Region</title><description>In this episode of Off the Mat, I sit down with Ryan Chance to talk about his journey from coach to director and what it really takes to make it in the DFW cheer scene. We dive into how competitive this market is, the pressure that comes with it, and what separates great coaches from the rest.
Follow me:
Instagram: @coachrauld33
TikTok: @rauld33
Snapchat: @rauld33
00:00 - Where he got his start07:08 - Full Time Coaching09:00 - how to grow to be a D1 director11:07 - Coaching in Australia 15:34 - the return to Dallas and managing a staff 21:53 - Advice for Young Coaches24:52 - Working at Champion Cheer - Justin28:36 - what separates good from great athletes?30:43 - Justin location path to success 34:25 - Impacting Athletes when they Graduate 35:33 - Athletes Switching Gyms38:26 - what keeps you coaching?40:01 - Q&amp;A - Flex Division Removal41:51 - Q&amp;A - Does Tumbling Matter for team placement?42:56 - Q&amp;A - How to Navigate Unapproachable Coaches 44:32 - Q&amp;A - Advice for New Gym Owner46:44 - What are you most proud of?48:05 - what do you want to be remembered for?</description><guid isPermaLink="false">7ceb2f9b-e4fd-40f2-87ea-b86f5bbe2a85</guid><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 19:19:11 -0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episode.flightcast.com/rjkukhr84mef1kkq6kcptxs6.mp3" length="0" type="audio/mpeg"></enclosure><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode of Off the Mat, I sit down with Ryan Chance to talk about his journey from coach to director and what it really takes to make it in the DFW cheer scene. We dive into how competitive this market is, the pressure that comes with it, and what separates great coaches from the rest.</p><p><br></p><p>Follow me:</p><p>Instagram: @coachrauld33</p><p>TikTok: @rauld33</p><p>Snapchat: @rauld33</p><p><br></p><p>00:00 - Where he got his start07:08 - Full Time Coaching09:00 - how to grow to be a D1 director11:07 - Coaching in Australia 15:34 - the return to Dallas and managing a staff 21:53 - Advice for Young Coaches24:52 - Working at Champion Cheer - Justin28:36 - what separates good from great athletes?30:43 - Justin location path to success 34:25 - Impacting Athletes when they Graduate 35:33 - Athletes Switching Gyms38:26 - what keeps you coaching?40:01 - Q&amp;A - Flex Division Removal41:51 - Q&amp;A - Does Tumbling Matter for team placement?42:56 - Q&amp;A - How to Navigate Unapproachable Coaches 44:32 - Q&amp;A - Advice for New Gym Owner46:44 - What are you most proud of?48:05 - what do you want to be remembered for?</p>]]></content:encoded><itunes:title>How He Became a Director in the Most Competitive Cheer Region</itunes:title><itunes:image href="https://files.flightcast.com/v3-imports/images/d7hj8t9010t2q9rhrpzy62oc/zav9tjrvbuxzmwgbwmbce8y0-cover.jpg"></itunes:image><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:duration>2984</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:summary>In this episode of Off the Mat, I sit down with Ryan Chance to talk about his journey from coach to director and what it really takes to make it in the DFW cheer scene. We dive into how competitive this market is, the pressure that comes with it, and what separates great coaches from the rest.
Follow me:
Instagram: @coachrauld33
TikTok: @rauld33
Snapchat: @rauld33
00:00 - Where he got his start07:08 - Full Time Coaching09:00 - how to grow to be a D1 director11:07 - Coaching in Australia 15:34 - the return to Dallas and managing a staff 21:53 - Advice for Young Coaches24:52 - Working at Champion Cheer - Justin28:36 - what separates good from great athletes?30:43 - Justin location path to success 34:25 - Impacting Athletes when they Graduate 35:33 - Athletes Switching Gyms38:26 - what keeps you coaching?40:01 - Q&amp;A - Flex Division Removal41:51 - Q&amp;A - Does Tumbling Matter for team placement?42:56 - Q&amp;A - How to Navigate Unapproachable Coaches 44:32 - Q&amp;A - Advice for New Gym Owner46:44 - What are you most proud of?48:05 - what do you want to be remembered for?</itunes:summary><podcast:image href="https://assets.flightcast.com/V2Uploads/wc3guvgs7x3xk23adp4n5i7d/sgbfj90151y1n4t192jjce38/thumbnail-sgbfj90151y1n4t192jjce38.jpg" aspect-ratio="16/9"></podcast:image><media:thumbnail url="https://assets.flightcast.com/V2Uploads/wc3guvgs7x3xk23adp4n5i7d/sgbfj90151y1n4t192jjce38/thumbnail-sgbfj90151y1n4t192jjce38.jpg"></media:thumbnail><podcast:transcript url="https://rss.flightcast.com/transcripts/rjkukhr84mef1kkq6kcptxs6.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en" rel="captions"></podcast:transcript></item><item><title>4 Hard Truths Every Cheer Parent Should Know</title><description>In this episode of Off The Mat, I share four hard truths every cheer parent should understand if they want to truly support their athlete.
We talk about why kids aren’t always being held back — sometimes they’re being protected, why body positions still matter more than tumbling, why discipline and family support matter when athletes move up levels, and how parent expectations can shape a child’s experience in the sport.
This isn’t criticism — it’s an honest perspective from the coaching side about how parents can help their kids succeed, grow, and enjoy the journey.
00:00 - 4 Things Parents need to Hear00:35 - #1: Don’t Ruin the Sport01:51 - The car ride home02:47 - #2: Your athlete isn’t being held back, they are are being protected.04:27 - Proper Athlete Development05:36 - #3: Body Positions are the MOST Important key to flying on a team06:40 - #4: Athletes aren’t complete on Skills Alone09:41 - How to Have a Happy Athlete</description><guid isPermaLink="false">ac1f09b1-29ff-4b5f-b8b7-cb9dd1ce2f73</guid><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 15:33:48 -0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episode.flightcast.com/mhd1sadbwxbrcn8z0o4e1pm2.mp3" length="0" type="audio/mpeg"></enclosure><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode of Off The Mat, I share four hard truths every cheer parent should understand if they want to truly support their athlete.</p><p><br></p><p>We talk about why kids aren’t always being held back — sometimes they’re being protected, why body positions still matter more than tumbling, why discipline and family support matter when athletes move up levels, and how parent expectations can shape a child’s experience in the sport.</p><p><br></p><p>This isn’t criticism — it’s an honest perspective from the coaching side about how parents can help their kids succeed, grow, and enjoy the journey.</p><p>00:00 - 4 Things Parents need to Hear00:35 - #1: Don’t Ruin the Sport01:51 - The car ride home02:47 - #2: Your athlete isn’t being held back, they are are being protected.04:27 - Proper Athlete Development05:36 - #3: Body Positions are the MOST Important key to flying on a team06:40 - #4: Athletes aren’t complete on Skills Alone09:41 - How to Have a Happy Athlete</p>]]></content:encoded><itunes:title>4 Hard Truths Every Cheer Parent Should Know</itunes:title><itunes:image href="https://files.flightcast.com/v3-imports/images/d7hj8t9010t2q9rhrpzy62oc/o94wmmg2ebc73ajctq1u21j1-cover.jpg"></itunes:image><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:duration>671</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:summary>In this episode of Off The Mat, I share four hard truths every cheer parent should understand if they want to truly support their athlete.
We talk about why kids aren’t always being held back — sometimes they’re being protected, why body positions still matter more than tumbling, why discipline and family support matter when athletes move up levels, and how parent expectations can shape a child’s experience in the sport.
This isn’t criticism — it’s an honest perspective from the coaching side about how parents can help their kids succeed, grow, and enjoy the journey.
00:00 - 4 Things Parents need to Hear00:35 - #1: Don’t Ruin the Sport01:51 - The car ride home02:47 - #2: Your athlete isn’t being held back, they are are being protected.04:27 - Proper Athlete Development05:36 - #3: Body Positions are the MOST Important key to flying on a team06:40 - #4: Athletes aren’t complete on Skills Alone09:41 - How to Have a Happy Athlete</itunes:summary><podcast:image href="https://assets.flightcast.com/V2Uploads/wc3guvgs7x3xk23adp4n5i7d/umh45qrnkd3r0nlnh4mla7c2/thumbnail-umh45qrnkd3r0nlnh4mla7c2.jpg" aspect-ratio="16/9"></podcast:image><media:thumbnail url="https://assets.flightcast.com/V2Uploads/wc3guvgs7x3xk23adp4n5i7d/umh45qrnkd3r0nlnh4mla7c2/thumbnail-umh45qrnkd3r0nlnh4mla7c2.jpg"></media:thumbnail><podcast:transcript url="https://rss.flightcast.com/transcripts/mhd1sadbwxbrcn8z0o4e1pm2.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en" rel="captions"></podcast:transcript></item><item><title>NCA is Almost Here. Live on Instagram Answering Your Questions!</title><description>00:00 - NCA Just Around The Corner 00:58 - Cheersport Recap01:46 - Coaching More than the Skills03:34 - Camera Equipment04:06 - Is Game Day cheer still “Real?”04:55 - How to Prepare for your FIRST NCA Ever!!06:27 - Back Handspring Tips08:06 - Where will Raul be next weekend?08:29 - Becoming a Summit Champ09:59 - Tips for Fulls10:52 - How to Help an athlete Be More Confident13:31 - Favorite Division to Watch?14:41 - Any Secret to Stunting?16:17 - Our Dance is Struggling, what Do we do??18:13 - Pro Cheer League19:05 - NCA being in Houston21:05 - How to Bring Cheer to a Country where it isn’t.22:20 - Flyer Performance and Confidence24:20 - Switching from Flyer to Base</description><guid isPermaLink="false">e6011980-e725-413d-9e9e-7f96705f37b7</guid><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2026 15:58:01 -0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episode.flightcast.com/gl7wuusi2wl7i1ayym8d0kat.mp3" length="0" type="audio/mpeg"></enclosure><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>00:00 - NCA Just Around The Corner 00:58 - Cheersport Recap01:46 - Coaching More than the Skills03:34 - Camera Equipment04:06 - Is Game Day cheer still “Real?”04:55 - How to Prepare for your FIRST NCA Ever!!06:27 - Back Handspring Tips08:06 - Where will Raul be next weekend?08:29 - Becoming a Summit Champ09:59 - Tips for Fulls10:52 - How to Help an athlete Be More Confident13:31 - Favorite Division to Watch?14:41 - Any Secret to Stunting?16:17 - Our Dance is Struggling, what Do we do??18:13 - Pro Cheer League19:05 - NCA being in Houston21:05 - How to Bring Cheer to a Country where it isn’t.22:20 - Flyer Performance and Confidence24:20 - Switching from Flyer to Base </p>]]></content:encoded><itunes:title>NCA is Almost Here. Live on Instagram Answering Your Questions!</itunes:title><itunes:image href="https://files.flightcast.com/v3-imports/images/d7hj8t9010t2q9rhrpzy62oc/jjd7b3dpc7y5ayuvhv3un34r-cover.jpg"></itunes:image><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:duration>1582</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:summary>00:00 - NCA Just Around The Corner 00:58 - Cheersport Recap01:46 - Coaching More than the Skills03:34 - Camera Equipment04:06 - Is Game Day cheer still “Real?”04:55 - How to Prepare for your FIRST NCA Ever!!06:27 - Back Handspring Tips08:06 - Where will Raul be next weekend?08:29 - Becoming a Summit Champ09:59 - Tips for Fulls10:52 - How to Help an athlete Be More Confident13:31 - Favorite Division to Watch?14:41 - Any Secret to Stunting?16:17 - Our Dance is Struggling, what Do we do??18:13 - Pro Cheer League19:05 - NCA being in Houston21:05 - How to Bring Cheer to a Country where it isn’t.22:20 - Flyer Performance and Confidence24:20 - Switching from Flyer to Base</itunes:summary><podcast:image href="https://assets.flightcast.com/V2Uploads/wc3guvgs7x3xk23adp4n5i7d/y1g8rvt6mpogbnvescuw7l2x/thumbnail-y1g8rvt6mpogbnvescuw7l2x.jpg" aspect-ratio="16/9"></podcast:image><media:thumbnail url="https://assets.flightcast.com/V2Uploads/wc3guvgs7x3xk23adp4n5i7d/y1g8rvt6mpogbnvescuw7l2x/thumbnail-y1g8rvt6mpogbnvescuw7l2x.jpg"></media:thumbnail><podcast:transcript url="https://rss.flightcast.com/transcripts/gl7wuusi2wl7i1ayym8d0kat.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en" rel="captions"></podcast:transcript></item><item><title>ACA Nationals Recap: Who Showed Up, Who’s Peaking, and What Actually Matters</title><description>ACA Nationals wasn’t just about placements — it showed us momentum, execution, and who’s starting to peak. In this episode of Off The Mat, we break down pyramid difficulty, paid bids, standout teams, Golden Girls winning Grand Champion, Renegades’ big weekend and Best Tumbling, and what we’re watching as Houston competes next.
00:00 - Mustang weekend  recap
02:23 - Notable teams:
02:43 - All Star Revolution courage 
05:41 - Rock City Shockwave
08:39 - All Star Revolution Victory 
11:25 - Cheer Athletics Cheetahs
15:16 - Edmond Memorial High School
19:20 - Scoring Discrepancies</description><guid isPermaLink="false">39ba866e-7b26-4e7e-8a71-9d695ae7068b</guid><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 22:10:12 -0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episode.flightcast.com/tzm4ysdrlbubvbxyyva4lyr7.mp3" length="0" type="audio/mpeg"></enclosure><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>ACA Nationals wasn’t just about placements — it showed us momentum, execution, and who’s starting to peak. In this episode of <em>Off The Mat</em>, we break down pyramid difficulty, paid bids, standout teams, Golden Girls winning Grand Champion, Renegades’ big weekend and Best Tumbling, and what we’re watching as Houston competes next.</p><p><br></p><p>00:00 - Mustang weekend  recap</p><p>02:23 - Notable teams:</p><p>02:43 - All Star Revolution courage </p><p>05:41 - Rock City Shockwave</p><p>08:39 - All Star Revolution Victory </p><p>11:25 - Cheer Athletics Cheetahs</p><p>15:16 - Edmond Memorial High School</p><p>19:20 - Scoring Discrepancies </p>]]></content:encoded><itunes:title>ACA Nationals Recap: Who Showed Up, Who’s Peaking, and What Actually Matters</itunes:title><itunes:image href="https://files.flightcast.com/v3-imports/images/d7hj8t9010t2q9rhrpzy62oc/pgccf1rfgix99u3ewph11iap-cover.jpg"></itunes:image><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:duration>1413</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:summary>ACA Nationals wasn’t just about placements — it showed us momentum, execution, and who’s starting to peak. In this episode of Off The Mat, we break down pyramid difficulty, paid bids, standout teams, Golden Girls winning Grand Champion, Renegades’ big weekend and Best Tumbling, and what we’re watching as Houston competes next.
00:00 - Mustang weekend  recap
02:23 - Notable teams:
02:43 - All Star Revolution courage 
05:41 - Rock City Shockwave
08:39 - All Star Revolution Victory 
11:25 - Cheer Athletics Cheetahs
15:16 - Edmond Memorial High School
19:20 - Scoring Discrepancies</itunes:summary><podcast:image href="https://assets.flightcast.com/V2Uploads/wc3guvgs7x3xk23adp4n5i7d/m3du4ps42rkq79ld5slwyc01/thumbnail-m3du4ps42rkq79ld5slwyc01.jpg" aspect-ratio="16/9"></podcast:image><media:thumbnail url="https://assets.flightcast.com/V2Uploads/wc3guvgs7x3xk23adp4n5i7d/m3du4ps42rkq79ld5slwyc01/thumbnail-m3du4ps42rkq79ld5slwyc01.jpg"></media:thumbnail><podcast:transcript url="https://rss.flightcast.com/transcripts/tzm4ysdrlbubvbxyyva4lyr7.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en" rel="captions"></podcast:transcript></item><item><title>Dallas Froze. High School Cheer Didn’t!</title><description>In this episode of Off the Mat, Adrianna and I talk about how the Dallas winter freeze impacted High School Nationals. We also get into the bigger conversations happening in cheer right now, including the Pro Tour League, MAJORS, and the difference between a good attitude and a bad as an athlete. 
00:00 - High School Nationals in a Snow Storm??
3:41 - Prestonwood’s BIG WIN
6:38 - the majors recap
10:21 - pro cheer league debut
15:35 - ACA and NO practice?!?
17:11 - just because you don’t have a bad attitude, doesn’t mean you have a good attitude.</description><guid isPermaLink="false">e1470484-0011-43e3-9cb9-1d6cb20ccd44</guid><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 15:08:55 -0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episode.flightcast.com/ff3wth7ujsyep2c0ga02etvx.mp3" length="0" type="audio/mpeg"></enclosure><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode of Off the Mat, Adrianna and I talk about how the Dallas winter freeze impacted High School Nationals. We also get into the bigger conversations happening in cheer right now, including the Pro Tour League, MAJORS, and the difference between a good attitude and a bad as an athlete. </p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>00:00 - High School Nationals in a Snow Storm??</p><p>3:41 - Prestonwood’s BIG WIN</p><p>6:38 - the majors recap</p><p>10:21 - pro cheer league debut</p><p>15:35 - ACA and NO practice?!?</p><p>17:11 - just because you don’t have a bad attitude, doesn’t mean you have a good attitude. <br></p>]]></content:encoded><itunes:title>Dallas Froze. High School Cheer Didn’t!</itunes:title><itunes:image href="https://files.flightcast.com/v3-imports/images/d7hj8t9010t2q9rhrpzy62oc/w2g5pr345nhyzv58d9ajxyox-cover.jpg"></itunes:image><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:duration>1419</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:summary>In this episode of Off the Mat, Adrianna and I talk about how the Dallas winter freeze impacted High School Nationals. We also get into the bigger conversations happening in cheer right now, including the Pro Tour League, MAJORS, and the difference between a good attitude and a bad as an athlete. 
00:00 - High School Nationals in a Snow Storm??
3:41 - Prestonwood’s BIG WIN
6:38 - the majors recap
10:21 - pro cheer league debut
15:35 - ACA and NO practice?!?
17:11 - just because you don’t have a bad attitude, doesn’t mean you have a good attitude.</itunes:summary><podcast:image href="https://assets.flightcast.com/V2Uploads/wc3guvgs7x3xk23adp4n5i7d/azi1shg12w0wp3u8asflw957/thumbnail-azi1shg12w0wp3u8asflw957.jpg" aspect-ratio="16/9"></podcast:image><media:thumbnail url="https://assets.flightcast.com/V2Uploads/wc3guvgs7x3xk23adp4n5i7d/azi1shg12w0wp3u8asflw957/thumbnail-azi1shg12w0wp3u8asflw957.jpg"></media:thumbnail><podcast:transcript url="https://rss.flightcast.com/transcripts/ff3wth7ujsyep2c0ga02etvx.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en" rel="captions"></podcast:transcript></item><item><title>Winning at the Highest Level Comes at a Price!</title><description>In this episode, John Davenport opens up about what it really takes to win at the highest level. We talk about success, expectations, pressure, and why stepping away can sometimes be the hardest decision a coach makes.FollowInstagram: CoachRaulD33Snap:RaulD33TikTok: RaulD33Subscribe00:00 - Meet John3:29 - Athlete to Coach 6:29 - Climbing the Coaching Ladder7:37 - Coaching Mentorship16:16 - Becoming the Youngest Director18:30 - Creating Culture22:16 - The Pressure of Coaching Panthers26:45 - WHO Makes Panthers?!30:39 - Work/Life Balance32:32 - Leaving Coaching35:30 - a Gift for Choreography37:02 - Will He Return?41:26 - What are you Most Proud of?43:15 - How do You Want to be Remembered?</description><guid isPermaLink="false">1102c264-b667-4d98-a9e5-d645bca14dbd</guid><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 22:53:53 -0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episode.flightcast.com/td7t3r4hmqrbrvdootjb8xuz.mp3" length="0" type="audio/mpeg"></enclosure><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, John Davenport opens up about what it really takes to win at the highest level. We talk about success, expectations, pressure, and why stepping away can sometimes be the hardest decision a coach makes.FollowInstagram: CoachRaulD33Snap:RaulD33TikTok: RaulD33Subscribe00:00 - Meet John3:29 - Athlete to Coach 6:29 - Climbing the Coaching Ladder7:37 - Coaching Mentorship16:16 - Becoming the Youngest Director18:30 - Creating Culture22:16 - The Pressure of Coaching Panthers26:45 - WHO Makes Panthers?!30:39 - Work/Life Balance32:32 - Leaving Coaching35:30 - a Gift for Choreography37:02 - Will He Return?41:26 - What are you Most Proud of?43:15 - How do You Want to be Remembered?</p>]]></content:encoded><itunes:title>Winning at the Highest Level Comes at a Price!</itunes:title><itunes:image href="https://files.flightcast.com/v3-imports/images/d7hj8t9010t2q9rhrpzy62oc/q0c56frhig21hfl43yjuf8kt-cover.jpg"></itunes:image><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:duration>2856</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:summary>In this episode, John Davenport opens up about what it really takes to win at the highest level. We talk about success, expectations, pressure, and why stepping away can sometimes be the hardest decision a coach makes.FollowInstagram: CoachRaulD33Snap:RaulD33TikTok: RaulD33Subscribe00:00 - Meet John3:29 - Athlete to Coach 6:29 - Climbing the Coaching Ladder7:37 - Coaching Mentorship16:16 - Becoming the Youngest Director18:30 - Creating Culture22:16 - The Pressure of Coaching Panthers26:45 - WHO Makes Panthers?!30:39 - Work/Life Balance32:32 - Leaving Coaching35:30 - a Gift for Choreography37:02 - Will He Return?41:26 - What are you Most Proud of?43:15 - How do You Want to be Remembered?</itunes:summary><podcast:image href="https://assets.flightcast.com/V2Uploads/wc3guvgs7x3xk23adp4n5i7d/lq0shyxm7j16yhcu6asl4fo5/thumbnail-lq0shyxm7j16yhcu6asl4fo5.jpg" aspect-ratio="16/9"></podcast:image><media:thumbnail url="https://assets.flightcast.com/V2Uploads/wc3guvgs7x3xk23adp4n5i7d/lq0shyxm7j16yhcu6asl4fo5/thumbnail-lq0shyxm7j16yhcu6asl4fo5.jpg"></media:thumbnail><podcast:transcript url="https://rss.flightcast.com/transcripts/td7t3r4hmqrbrvdootjb8xuz.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en" rel="captions"></podcast:transcript></item><item><title>The Break, Burnout, and Why Coaches Leave Gyms | Q&amp;A</title><description>The break brings quiet gyms, heavy questions, and honest conversations. Adrianna and I sit down for a coach-to-coach Q&amp;A on burnout, gym culture, and why some coaches choose to leave and what keeps others locked in for the long run
Instagram: @CoachRaulD33YouTube /
TikTok: @RaulD33
00:00 - Intro and Being on the Break
03:01 - What Can Athletes Work on Over the Break?
04:23 - Most Impressive Teams this Season
07:00 - Mac’s Scoring 100
10:20 - TGLC’s Avengers Theme
12:47 - Most Common Skill People Struggle With
14:17 - Are Non-Tumblers Less Useful
15:23 - Should Flyers Tumble?
17:13 - Going from Flyer to Base
18:28 - Prioritizing In-Program Athletes
20:17 - Is it Easier to Get a Bid?
23:02 - Why do Coaches Leave?
28:18 - Mustang Houston
30:02 - Coach Training at Mustang Cheer
33:31 - Advice for Switching Gyms
34:52 - Struggling with a Mental Block
36:41 - Putting Athletes Back in After Injury
38:22 - Outro</description><guid isPermaLink="false">8b9f6788-b57a-47f6-acb8-d3557d5f6438</guid><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2025 23:56:06 -0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episode.flightcast.com/izdd410e6zgtcuvf4e9tt9oz.mp3" length="0" type="audio/mpeg"></enclosure><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The break brings quiet gyms, heavy questions, and honest conversations. Adrianna and I sit down for a coach-to-coach Q&amp;A on burnout, gym culture, and why some coaches choose to leave and what keeps others locked in for the long run</p><p><br></p><p>Instagram: @CoachRaulD33YouTube /</p><p>TikTok: @RaulD33<br></p><p><br></p><p>00:00 - Intro and Being on the Break</p><p>03:01 - What Can Athletes Work on Over the Break?</p><p>04:23 - Most Impressive Teams this Season</p><p>07:00 - Mac’s Scoring 100</p><p>10:20 - TGLC’s Avengers Theme</p><p>12:47 - Most Common Skill People Struggle With</p><p>14:17 - Are Non-Tumblers Less Useful</p><p>15:23 - Should Flyers Tumble?</p><p>17:13 - Going from Flyer to Base</p><p>18:28 - Prioritizing In-Program Athletes</p><p>20:17 - Is it Easier to Get a Bid?</p><p>23:02 - Why do Coaches Leave?</p><p>28:18 - Mustang Houston</p><p>30:02 - Coach Training at Mustang Cheer</p><p>33:31 - Advice for Switching Gyms</p><p>34:52 - Struggling with a Mental Block</p><p>36:41 - Putting Athletes Back in After Injury</p><p>38:22 - Outro</p><p><br></p>]]></content:encoded><itunes:title>The Break, Burnout, and Why Coaches Leave Gyms | Q&amp;A</itunes:title><itunes:image href="https://files.flightcast.com/v3-imports/images/d7hj8t9010t2q9rhrpzy62oc/qw57miz447ggffij14x9xz90-cover.jpg"></itunes:image><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:duration>2378</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:summary>The break brings quiet gyms, heavy questions, and honest conversations. Adrianna and I sit down for a coach-to-coach Q&amp;A on burnout, gym culture, and why some coaches choose to leave and what keeps others locked in for the long run
Instagram: @CoachRaulD33YouTube /
TikTok: @RaulD33
00:00 - Intro and Being on the Break
03:01 - What Can Athletes Work on Over the Break?
04:23 - Most Impressive Teams this Season
07:00 - Mac’s Scoring 100
10:20 - TGLC’s Avengers Theme
12:47 - Most Common Skill People Struggle With
14:17 - Are Non-Tumblers Less Useful
15:23 - Should Flyers Tumble?
17:13 - Going from Flyer to Base
18:28 - Prioritizing In-Program Athletes
20:17 - Is it Easier to Get a Bid?
23:02 - Why do Coaches Leave?
28:18 - Mustang Houston
30:02 - Coach Training at Mustang Cheer
33:31 - Advice for Switching Gyms
34:52 - Struggling with a Mental Block
36:41 - Putting Athletes Back in After Injury
38:22 - Outro</itunes:summary><podcast:image href="https://assets.flightcast.com/V2Uploads/wc3guvgs7x3xk23adp4n5i7d/lpx27fzbyijrgc32j6iep5f7/thumbnail-lpx27fzbyijrgc32j6iep5f7.jpg" aspect-ratio="16/9"></podcast:image><media:thumbnail url="https://assets.flightcast.com/V2Uploads/wc3guvgs7x3xk23adp4n5i7d/lpx27fzbyijrgc32j6iep5f7/thumbnail-lpx27fzbyijrgc32j6iep5f7.jpg"></media:thumbnail><podcast:transcript url="https://rss.flightcast.com/transcripts/izdd410e6zgtcuvf4e9tt9oz.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en" rel="captions"></podcast:transcript></item><item><title>Building Champions: Inside the Culture That Lasts.</title><description>In this episode of Off The Mat, we sit down with the owners of Champion Cheer to talk about building a program that lasts—culture, leadership, and what success really looks like beyond the trophies.</description><guid isPermaLink="false">84dcc16f-5d53-4196-a38f-05db2d434931</guid><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2025 21:31:22 -0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episode.flightcast.com/fchsvk8opqckfffnal7o45e6.mp3" length="0" type="audio/mpeg"></enclosure><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode of <em>Off The Mat</em>, we sit down with the owners of Champion Cheer to talk about building a program that lasts—culture, leadership, and what success really looks like beyond the trophies.</p><p><br></p>]]></content:encoded><itunes:title>Building Champions: Inside the Culture That Lasts.</itunes:title><itunes:image href="https://files.flightcast.com/v3-imports/images/d7hj8t9010t2q9rhrpzy62oc/w1acoo887hy3cgcuzc59mkpn-cover.jpg"></itunes:image><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:duration>2913</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:summary>In this episode of Off The Mat, we sit down with the owners of Champion Cheer to talk about building a program that lasts—culture, leadership, and what success really looks like beyond the trophies.</itunes:summary><podcast:image href="https://assets.flightcast.com/V2Uploads/wc3guvgs7x3xk23adp4n5i7d/c5ja1rfuzkf1xvbveh0mcfm1/thumbnail-c5ja1rfuzkf1xvbveh0mcfm1.jpg" aspect-ratio="16/9"></podcast:image><media:thumbnail url="https://assets.flightcast.com/V2Uploads/wc3guvgs7x3xk23adp4n5i7d/c5ja1rfuzkf1xvbveh0mcfm1/thumbnail-c5ja1rfuzkf1xvbveh0mcfm1.jpg"></media:thumbnail><podcast:transcript url="https://rss.flightcast.com/transcripts/fchsvk8opqckfffnal7o45e6.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en" rel="captions"></podcast:transcript></item><item><title>The Biggest Mistakes Coaches Make on Competition Week!</title><description>The week of competition doesn’t build your team, it reveals it. In this solo episode of Off The Mat, we dive into the pressure, discipline, and mindset required during the most intense week of the season. From mental preparation and cutting last-minute panic, to the non-negotiable standard of commitment and showing up when it’s hard,  this is the truth about competition week that every coach, athlete, and parent needs to hear. When the routines are locked and the hours are limited, leadership matters more than ever.
00:00 - Intro 
00:30 - Mental preparation 
01:45 - NO Missing Practice 
03:13 - End On a High Note
04:12 - Setting the Expectations</description><guid isPermaLink="false">f1324413-f87d-4bd1-9e12-b3a85720696d</guid><pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2025 19:17:16 -0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episode.flightcast.com/lobpyh09k11jy7584rbcxrf4.mp3" length="0" type="audio/mpeg"></enclosure><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The week of competition doesn’t build your team, it reveals it. In this solo episode of <em>Off The Mat</em>, we dive into the pressure, discipline, and mindset required during the most intense week of the season. From mental preparation and cutting last-minute panic, to the non-negotiable standard of commitment and showing up when it’s hard,  this is the truth about competition week that every coach, athlete, and parent needs to hear. When the routines are locked and the hours are limited, leadership matters more than ever.</p><p><br></p><p><br>00:00 - Intro </p><p>00:30 - Mental preparation </p><p>01:45 - NO Missing Practice </p><p>03:13 - End On a High Note</p><p>04:12 - Setting the Expectations </p>]]></content:encoded><itunes:title>The Biggest Mistakes Coaches Make on Competition Week!</itunes:title><itunes:image href="https://files.flightcast.com/v3-imports/images/d7hj8t9010t2q9rhrpzy62oc/fqjmf0zsnme3fhz0harlfeh6-cover.jpg"></itunes:image><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:duration>411</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:summary>The week of competition doesn’t build your team, it reveals it. In this solo episode of Off The Mat, we dive into the pressure, discipline, and mindset required during the most intense week of the season. From mental preparation and cutting last-minute panic, to the non-negotiable standard of commitment and showing up when it’s hard,  this is the truth about competition week that every coach, athlete, and parent needs to hear. When the routines are locked and the hours are limited, leadership matters more than ever.
00:00 - Intro 
00:30 - Mental preparation 
01:45 - NO Missing Practice 
03:13 - End On a High Note
04:12 - Setting the Expectations</itunes:summary><podcast:image href="https://assets.flightcast.com/V2Uploads/wc3guvgs7x3xk23adp4n5i7d/hrjv2bseuv3e1objgpx76gdx/thumbnail-hrjv2bseuv3e1objgpx76gdx.jpg" aspect-ratio="16/9"></podcast:image><media:thumbnail url="https://assets.flightcast.com/V2Uploads/wc3guvgs7x3xk23adp4n5i7d/hrjv2bseuv3e1objgpx76gdx/thumbnail-hrjv2bseuv3e1objgpx76gdx.jpg"></media:thumbnail><podcast:transcript url="https://rss.flightcast.com/transcripts/lobpyh09k11jy7584rbcxrf4.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en" rel="captions"></podcast:transcript></item><item><title>Mental Blocks Are NOT What You Think. A Deep Dive With the “Tumble Whisperer”!</title><description>In this episode, Levi and I break down mental blocks, where they come from, why athletes shut down, and what coaches and parents can actually do to help. We talk fear, overspotting, motivation vs pressure, what to say at home, how long breakthroughs really take, and the steps that keep athletes unblocked for good.If you coach, parent, or care about an athlete, this conversation will change how you see mental blocks forever.
Follow me:📸 Instagram: @CoachRaulD33🎥 TikTok: @RaulD33▶️ YouTube: RaulD33</description><guid isPermaLink="false">bcc0b092-5b1f-4c9b-9371-5d1a1ba8b6ab</guid><pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2025 19:06:12 -0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episode.flightcast.com/pm7jx8zz1euqf9g3k75tehw8.mp3" length="0" type="audio/mpeg"></enclosure><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, Levi and I break down mental blocks, where they come from, why athletes shut down, and what coaches and parents can actually do to help. We talk fear, overspotting, motivation vs pressure, what to say at home, how long breakthroughs really take, and the steps that keep athletes unblocked for good.If you coach, parent, or care about an athlete, this conversation will change how you see mental blocks forever.</p><p><br></p><p>Follow me:📸 Instagram: @CoachRaulD33🎥 TikTok: @RaulD33▶️ YouTube: RaulD33</p>]]></content:encoded><itunes:title>Mental Blocks Are NOT What You Think. A Deep Dive With the “Tumble Whisperer”!</itunes:title><itunes:image href="https://files.flightcast.com/v3-imports/images/d7hj8t9010t2q9rhrpzy62oc/pndyjtqfglweieoz11h0dhcs-cover.jpg"></itunes:image><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:duration>3866</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:summary>In this episode, Levi and I break down mental blocks, where they come from, why athletes shut down, and what coaches and parents can actually do to help. We talk fear, overspotting, motivation vs pressure, what to say at home, how long breakthroughs really take, and the steps that keep athletes unblocked for good.If you coach, parent, or care about an athlete, this conversation will change how you see mental blocks forever.
Follow me:📸 Instagram: @CoachRaulD33🎥 TikTok: @RaulD33▶️ YouTube: RaulD33</itunes:summary><podcast:image href="https://assets.flightcast.com/V2Uploads/wc3guvgs7x3xk23adp4n5i7d/uqcnskdvkxkxnu5zpeqgysw0/thumbnail-uqcnskdvkxkxnu5zpeqgysw0.jpg" aspect-ratio="16/9"></podcast:image><media:thumbnail url="https://assets.flightcast.com/V2Uploads/wc3guvgs7x3xk23adp4n5i7d/uqcnskdvkxkxnu5zpeqgysw0/thumbnail-uqcnskdvkxkxnu5zpeqgysw0.jpg"></media:thumbnail><podcast:transcript url="https://rss.flightcast.com/transcripts/pm7jx8zz1euqf9g3k75tehw8.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en" rel="captions"></podcast:transcript></item><item><title>What Parents, Coaches, and Athletes Really Need to Hear!</title><description>In this Q&amp;A,  we’re answering real questions from parents, athletes, and coaches, everything from parent conferences and attendance to coaching tough teams, building stunt groups, and what really determines your spot on a team.
We also dive into the truth about judging, the reality of toxic gyms, and whether sideline cheerleaders are “real.” It’s an honest look at the highs, lows, and lessons that come with being in the world of cheer.</description><guid isPermaLink="false">2ea5265c-7542-4c7e-a7a5-8ba051863613</guid><pubDate>Sat, 01 Nov 2025 17:48:02 -0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episode.flightcast.com/rcp2hicwgnz1is9wwqx4eab1.mp3" length="0" type="audio/mpeg"></enclosure><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this Q&amp;A,  we’re answering real questions from parents, athletes, and coaches, everything from <strong>parent conferences and attendance</strong> to <strong>coaching tough teams, building stunt groups, and what really determines your spot</strong> on a team.</p><p><br></p><p>We also dive into the <strong>truth about judging</strong>, the <strong>reality of toxic gyms</strong>, and whether <strong>sideline cheerleaders are “real.”</strong> It’s an honest look at the highs, lows, and lessons that come with being in the world of cheer.</p><p><br></p>]]></content:encoded><itunes:title>What Parents, Coaches, and Athletes Really Need to Hear!</itunes:title><itunes:image href="https://files.flightcast.com/v3-imports/images/d7hj8t9010t2q9rhrpzy62oc/ld7nsm79g934qsurr45dekzv-cover.jpg"></itunes:image><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:duration>1699</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:summary>In this Q&amp;A,  we’re answering real questions from parents, athletes, and coaches, everything from parent conferences and attendance to coaching tough teams, building stunt groups, and what really determines your spot on a team.
We also dive into the truth about judging, the reality of toxic gyms, and whether sideline cheerleaders are “real.” It’s an honest look at the highs, lows, and lessons that come with being in the world of cheer.</itunes:summary><podcast:image href="https://assets.flightcast.com/V2Uploads/wc3guvgs7x3xk23adp4n5i7d/qxmtxpyiqacfe1qzun6o12bh/thumbnail-qxmtxpyiqacfe1qzun6o12bh.jpg" aspect-ratio="16/9"></podcast:image><media:thumbnail url="https://assets.flightcast.com/V2Uploads/wc3guvgs7x3xk23adp4n5i7d/qxmtxpyiqacfe1qzun6o12bh/thumbnail-qxmtxpyiqacfe1qzun6o12bh.jpg"></media:thumbnail><podcast:transcript url="https://rss.flightcast.com/transcripts/rcp2hicwgnz1is9wwqx4eab1.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en" rel="captions"></podcast:transcript></item><item><title>The Moment He Almost Quit Cheerleading and What Brought Him Back.</title><description>In this episode of Off The Mat, Brandon Smith opens up about the moment he almost walked away from cheerleading — and what truly separates being a mean coach from being a strict coach.He shares his journey from not growing up in sports, to becoming the coach he needed as a kid, to learning how leadership, empathy, and accountability can coexist in the same gym.This one’s about growth, purpose, and the power of self-awareness — for any coach, athlete, or person trying to find balance between toughness and compassion.📸 Instagram: @CoachRaulD33▶️ YouTube: @RaulD33🎵 TikTok: @RaulD3300:00 - Intro00:45 - Who is Brandon Outside of Cheer?1:24 - Life Before Cheerleading3:11 - How did You Get into Cheerleading?7:06 - Cheering at California All-Stars9:26 - What Led You to Coaching?11:24 - When Coaching became Serious14:50 - Brandon’s Support System16:21 - Financial Struggles of a Coach19:21 - The Emotional Toll21:05 - Was Coaching the Right Choice?23:05 - What People Don’t Understand about Cheer25:52 - What are You Most proud of?27:26 - Separating the Good and Bad Coaches30:13 - Advice for Your Younger Self32:07 - What do you Want to be Remembered for?Subscribe</description><guid isPermaLink="false">ff2337b5-6d9d-424c-b2f4-aa60d8a04b64</guid><pubDate>Sat, 25 Oct 2025 18:07:56 -0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episode.flightcast.com/acpppwnlryul8f553f0540qy.mp3" length="0" type="audio/mpeg"></enclosure><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode of Off The Mat, Brandon Smith opens up about the moment he almost walked away from cheerleading — and what truly separates being a mean coach from being a strict coach.He shares his journey from not growing up in sports, to becoming the coach he needed as a kid, to learning how leadership, empathy, and accountability can coexist in the same gym.This one’s about growth, purpose, and the power of self-awareness — for any coach, athlete, or person trying to find balance between toughness and compassion.📸 Instagram: @CoachRaulD33▶️ YouTube: @RaulD33🎵 TikTok: @RaulD3300:00 - Intro00:45 - Who is Brandon Outside of Cheer?1:24 - Life Before Cheerleading3:11 - How did You Get into Cheerleading?7:06 - Cheering at California All-Stars9:26 - What Led You to Coaching?11:24 - When Coaching became Serious14:50 - Brandon’s Support System16:21 - Financial Struggles of a Coach19:21 - The Emotional Toll21:05 - Was Coaching the Right Choice?23:05 - What People Don’t Understand about Cheer25:52 - What are You Most proud of?27:26 - Separating the Good and Bad Coaches30:13 - Advice for Your Younger Self32:07 - What do you Want to be Remembered for?Subscribe</p>]]></content:encoded><itunes:title>The Moment He Almost Quit Cheerleading and What Brought Him Back.</itunes:title><itunes:image href="https://files.flightcast.com/v3-imports/images/d7hj8t9010t2q9rhrpzy62oc/by59do6it9sa85s94z00yyzj-cover.jpg"></itunes:image><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:duration>2000</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:summary>In this episode of Off The Mat, Brandon Smith opens up about the moment he almost walked away from cheerleading — and what truly separates being a mean coach from being a strict coach.He shares his journey from not growing up in sports, to becoming the coach he needed as a kid, to learning how leadership, empathy, and accountability can coexist in the same gym.This one’s about growth, purpose, and the power of self-awareness — for any coach, athlete, or person trying to find balance between toughness and compassion.📸 Instagram: @CoachRaulD33▶️ YouTube: @RaulD33🎵 TikTok: @RaulD3300:00 - Intro00:45 - Who is Brandon Outside of Cheer?1:24 - Life Before Cheerleading3:11 - How did You Get into Cheerleading?7:06 - Cheering at California All-Stars9:26 - What Led You to Coaching?11:24 - When Coaching became Serious14:50 - Brandon’s Support System16:21 - Financial Struggles of a Coach19:21 - The Emotional Toll21:05 - Was Coaching the Right Choice?23:05 - What People Don’t Understand about Cheer25:52 - What are You Most proud of?27:26 - Separating the Good and Bad Coaches30:13 - Advice for Your Younger Self32:07 - What do you Want to be Remembered for?Subscribe</itunes:summary><podcast:image href="https://assets.flightcast.com/V2Uploads/wc3guvgs7x3xk23adp4n5i7d/gt7s58e7qd4pkdq96j2fddp8/thumbnail-gt7s58e7qd4pkdq96j2fddp8.jpg" aspect-ratio="16/9"></podcast:image><media:thumbnail url="https://assets.flightcast.com/V2Uploads/wc3guvgs7x3xk23adp4n5i7d/gt7s58e7qd4pkdq96j2fddp8/thumbnail-gt7s58e7qd4pkdq96j2fddp8.jpg"></media:thumbnail><podcast:transcript url="https://rss.flightcast.com/transcripts/acpppwnlryul8f553f0540qy.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en" rel="captions"></podcast:transcript></item><item><title>Don&#39;t Lose Before You Compete!</title><description>The things you need to know to win before you hit the mat! 
00:00 - Intro
00:27 - The Cost of Winning
1:02 - Win Before You Hit the Floor
1:45 - Give Yourself Grace
3:02 - Good Coaching
Subscribe!</description><guid isPermaLink="false">4a60a066-be24-4e13-b830-4c47bc2a5b3f</guid><pubDate>Sun, 19 Oct 2025 19:53:14 -0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episode.flightcast.com/lljl29h9ds65jr3f72wxhomc.mp3" length="0" type="audio/mpeg"></enclosure><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The things you need to know to win before you hit the mat! </p><p><br></p><p>00:00 - Intro</p><p>00:27 - The Cost of Winning</p><p>1:02 - Win Before You Hit the Floor</p><p>1:45 - Give Yourself Grace</p><p>3:02 - Good Coaching</p><p><br></p><p>Subscribe! </p><p><br></p>]]></content:encoded><itunes:title>Don&#39;t Lose Before You Compete!</itunes:title><itunes:image href="https://files.flightcast.com/v3-imports/images/d7hj8t9010t2q9rhrpzy62oc/wvnwtj4qwql4wdl3ew6jlhmt-cover.jpg"></itunes:image><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:duration>268</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:summary>The things you need to know to win before you hit the mat! 
00:00 - Intro
00:27 - The Cost of Winning
1:02 - Win Before You Hit the Floor
1:45 - Give Yourself Grace
3:02 - Good Coaching
Subscribe!</itunes:summary><podcast:image href="https://assets.flightcast.com/V2Uploads/wc3guvgs7x3xk23adp4n5i7d/oin75bvubzdvm3cgwo1q4tuv/thumbnail-oin75bvubzdvm3cgwo1q4tuv.jpg" aspect-ratio="16/9"></podcast:image><media:thumbnail url="https://assets.flightcast.com/V2Uploads/wc3guvgs7x3xk23adp4n5i7d/oin75bvubzdvm3cgwo1q4tuv/thumbnail-oin75bvubzdvm3cgwo1q4tuv.jpg"></media:thumbnail><podcast:transcript url="https://rss.flightcast.com/transcripts/lljl29h9ds65jr3f72wxhomc.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en" rel="captions"></podcast:transcript></item><item><title>Answering the Hard Questions of Cheerleading!</title><description>subscribe</description><guid isPermaLink="false">0fafe2c2-1fd1-4d59-bae7-74dffeaef951</guid><pubDate>Tue, 14 Oct 2025 19:38:16 -0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episode.flightcast.com/ogorim1n2046vhrq7l9xuqcj.mp3" length="0" type="audio/mpeg"></enclosure><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>subscribe </p>]]></content:encoded><itunes:title>Answering the Hard Questions of Cheerleading!</itunes:title><itunes:image href="https://files.flightcast.com/v3-imports/images/d7hj8t9010t2q9rhrpzy62oc/yej1fo6aidqlyjkvonz82oao-cover.jpg"></itunes:image><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:duration>1548</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:summary>subscribe</itunes:summary><podcast:image href="https://assets.flightcast.com/V2Uploads/wc3guvgs7x3xk23adp4n5i7d/o6c5d03tn7udigo02pbivsxa/thumbnail-o6c5d03tn7udigo02pbivsxa.jpg" aspect-ratio="16/9"></podcast:image><media:thumbnail url="https://assets.flightcast.com/V2Uploads/wc3guvgs7x3xk23adp4n5i7d/o6c5d03tn7udigo02pbivsxa/thumbnail-o6c5d03tn7udigo02pbivsxa.jpg"></media:thumbnail><podcast:transcript url="https://rss.flightcast.com/transcripts/ogorim1n2046vhrq7l9xuqcj.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en" rel="captions"></podcast:transcript></item><item><title>Gabi Butler Tour, Navarro Days &amp; the New Cheer Show Stumble!</title><description>Fire Pod with the one and only Kory Little! intro - 00:00Gabi Butler Tour - 00:32Cheering at Navarro - 7:00The Pro League of Cheer - 10:34STUMBLE the Show - 15:40Moving back to Dallas - 19:10Living in NY Acting - 21:24</description><guid isPermaLink="false">014bd3a3-4fde-4919-bf77-5b4b5592599a</guid><pubDate>Sat, 04 Oct 2025 22:13:45 -0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episode.flightcast.com/v1qx4mu1o7tjliwn6ghx2cou.mp3" length="0" type="audio/mpeg"></enclosure><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Fire Pod with the one and only Kory Little! intro - 00:00Gabi Butler Tour - 00:32Cheering at Navarro - 7:00The Pro League of Cheer - 10:34STUMBLE the Show - 15:40Moving back to Dallas - 19:10Living in NY Acting - 21:24</p>]]></content:encoded><itunes:title>Gabi Butler Tour, Navarro Days &amp; the New Cheer Show Stumble!</itunes:title><itunes:image href="https://files.flightcast.com/v3-imports/images/d7hj8t9010t2q9rhrpzy62oc/zku0hkxmsfmntfbsqtzy5v3o-cover.jpg"></itunes:image><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:duration>1681</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:summary>Fire Pod with the one and only Kory Little! intro - 00:00Gabi Butler Tour - 00:32Cheering at Navarro - 7:00The Pro League of Cheer - 10:34STUMBLE the Show - 15:40Moving back to Dallas - 19:10Living in NY Acting - 21:24</itunes:summary><podcast:image href="https://assets.flightcast.com/V2Uploads/wc3guvgs7x3xk23adp4n5i7d/tqvzzijrj9a3cihzmps6d8we/thumbnail-tqvzzijrj9a3cihzmps6d8we.jpg" aspect-ratio="16/9"></podcast:image><media:thumbnail url="https://assets.flightcast.com/V2Uploads/wc3guvgs7x3xk23adp4n5i7d/tqvzzijrj9a3cihzmps6d8we/thumbnail-tqvzzijrj9a3cihzmps6d8we.jpg"></media:thumbnail><podcast:transcript url="https://rss.flightcast.com/transcripts/v1qx4mu1o7tjliwn6ghx2cou.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en" rel="captions"></podcast:transcript></item><item><title>Favorites, Fears &amp; Fresh Starts: Cheerleading’s Toughest Topics.</title><description>Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe and comment any questions you may have! 00:00 - intro01:57 - Making Level 4 at Rays03:58 - How are Stunt Groups Made06:32 - How Important are Backspots07:58 - How to Become a Worlds Team15:16 - Tips on Being Tighter in the Air16:40 - The Pro League of Cheer19:07 -Coaches Favorites in the Front21:52 - Fear/Mental Blocks24:29 - Favorite Thing about Being a Coach27:38 - How to Get Better at Basing37:46 - Teams with Age Gaps30:38 - Skills Disappearing When Working with Other Coaches 32:53 - Leaving Your Gym35:07 - Coaching Kids with ADHD</description><guid isPermaLink="false">95ab28ad-aa14-408e-b650-678134dc3085</guid><pubDate>Wed, 17 Sep 2025 21:23:13 -0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episode.flightcast.com/pkmiytcwbpbeddzjzszk05ia.mp3" length="0" type="audio/mpeg"></enclosure><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe and comment any questions you may have! 00:00 - intro01:57 - Making Level 4 at Rays03:58 - How are Stunt Groups Made06:32 - How Important are Backspots07:58 - How to Become a Worlds Team15:16 - Tips on Being Tighter in the Air16:40 - The Pro League of Cheer19:07 -Coaches Favorites in the Front21:52 - Fear/Mental Blocks24:29 - Favorite Thing about Being a Coach27:38 - How to Get Better at Basing37:46 - Teams with Age Gaps30:38 - Skills Disappearing When Working with Other Coaches 32:53 - Leaving Your Gym35:07 - Coaching Kids with ADHD</p>]]></content:encoded><itunes:title>Favorites, Fears &amp; Fresh Starts: Cheerleading’s Toughest Topics.</itunes:title><itunes:image href="https://files.flightcast.com/v3-imports/images/d7hj8t9010t2q9rhrpzy62oc/zculhidz2n87k42vup7uz8ys-cover.jpg"></itunes:image><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:duration>2266</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:summary>Thanks for listening! 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00:00 - Intro.
1:46 - High School Nationals.
4:37 - Cowboys New Coach.
7:24 - Ranking Friends Characters.
10:34 - DC Plane Crash.
15:30 - 2025 Movies
23:17 - Who would play you in a Movie?
25:26 - Top 5 Cereals
27:37 - Favorite childhood Games
32:00 - Superbowl
34:00 - Best Friend, Distant Friend, Never talk to Again
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1:46 - High School Nationals.
4:37 - Cowboys New Coach.
7:24 - Ranking Friends Characters.
10:34 - DC Plane Crash.
15:30 - 2025 Movies
23:17 - Who would play you in a Movie?
25:26 - Top 5 Cereals
27:37 - Favorite childhood Games
32:00 - Superbowl
34:00 - Best Friend, Distant Friend, Never talk to Again
38:00 - How do people end up in Bad Spots?
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1:46 - High School Nationals.
4:37 - Cowboys New Coach.
7:24 - Ranking Friends Characters.
10:34 - DC Plane Crash.
15:30 - 2025 Movies
23:17 - Who would play you in a Movie?
25:26 - Top 5 Cereals
27:37 - Favorite childhood Games
32:00 - Superbowl
34:00 - Best Friend, Distant Friend, Never talk to Again
38:00 - How do people end up in Bad Spots?
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