Aryssa Mahrt - Control What You Can Control - Wisconsin Soccer

25/03/2024 28 min

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Episode Synopsis

Summary
Aryssa Mart discusses her soccer journey, from starting at a young age to playing college soccer. She talks about the challenges of moving around and adapting to new environments, as well as the recruiting process and choosing a college. Aryssa shares her experience playing as a forward/attacking midfielder and her plans for the future, including entering the draft and potentially playing overseas. She also discusses the mental side of the game, utilizing resources for mental training, and the growth of women's soccer.Takeaways

Moving around frequently as a youth soccer player can be challenging, but it can also help develop adaptability and resilience.
The recruiting process for college soccer can start early, and it's important to gather information and make informed decisions.
Playing as a forward or attacking midfielder requires confidence and the ability to connect with teammates.
Mental training and resources, such as sports psychology and meditation, can play a crucial role in a player's development and performance.
The growth of women's soccer has provided more opportunities and visibility for female players, inspiring younger generations to pursue the sport.

Chapters
00:00Introduction and Early Soccer Experience01:06Getting Serious About Soccer02:22Moving Around and Adapting to New Environments03:38Transitioning to College Soccer04:12Playing as a Forward/Attacking Midfielder04:36Recruiting Journey and Choosing a College06:25Transitioning to San Diego and Family Support07:38Transferring to Wisconsin and Making Hard Decisions09:19Future Plans and Playing at the Next Level10:13Adapting to a New Team and Role11:29Mental Preparation and Utilizing Resources13:02Playing Style and Role Models14:51Mental Training and Meditation16:48Goals for the Upcoming Season18:23Leadership and Impacting the Team19:37Challenges in the Conference Schedule21:09Considering Playing Overseas22:25Development of Women's Soccer24:32Transitioning from Boys to Girls Soccer27:21Competitiveness and Sibling Rivalry27:51Conclusion and Future Plans