Elevate 2 Great

About Elevate 2 Great

Elevate 2 Great is the podcast for athletes, sports organizations, and sports business leaders who want to build powerful brands, gain real exposure, and grow their impact both on and off the field. Hosted by the team behind Factory // 11, this show breaks down the strategies shaping the modern sports industry. From athlete branding and recruiting exposure to digital marketing, NIL opportunities, and fan engagement, each episode explores what it takes to stand out in today’s competitive sports landscape. You’ll hear conversations with athletes, coaches, sports executives, and industry leaders who are building successful programs, developing elite athletes, and creating brands that attract real opportunities. If you’re serious about growing your brand, your program, or your athletic career, this podcast will give you the insights, strategies, and mindset needed to elevate your game. Want help growing your brand, program, or athlete exposure? Book a coaching session with the Factory // 11 team: https://factoryeleven.net/coaching-session/ (https://factoryeleven.net/coaching-session/)

Publisher

Trey Fowler

Category

business · sports

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

6 Mar 2026

Latest episode

1 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

4 of 14 episodes have a transcript.

1. 

   1 Oct 2026

   Why Confidence Isn’t Enough: Building a Mentally Tough Athlete

   Mental performance consultant Donovan Martin shares with host Trey Fowler how athletes build essential mental toughness beyond confidence through preparation and self-awareness.

2. 

   15 Sept 2026TRANSCRIPT

   Why So Many Parents Accidentally Hold Their Athletes Back

   Leadership coach Bill Hoopes and host Trey Fowler discuss how parents can unintentionally hinder their athletes' progress, offering crucial lessons for all involved.

3. 

   1 Sept 2026TRANSCRIPT

   Why Most Athletes Never Fully Recover From Injuries with Dr. Drew Yeager

   Trey Fowler interviews Dr. Drew Yeager, founder of Moveworx Sport and Spine Clinic, about common injury recovery mistakes that hinder athletes' return to peak performance.

4. 

   15 Aug 2026TRANSCRIPT

   The Mental Skills Every Athlete Needs (But Nobody Teaches) with Heather Larkin

   Host Trey Fowler interviews Dr. Heather Larkin, founder of ALL IN Counseling & Mental Performance, about the essential mental skills athletes need for peak performance under pressure.

5. 

   1 Aug 2026TRANSCRIPT

   Why High Performers Burn Out (And How to Prevent It) with Laura Robichaux

   National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach Laura Robichaux and host Trey Fowler explore the causes of high performer burnout and offer strategies for sustainable success.

6. 

   15 Jul 2026

   How One Baseball Dad Solved a Massive Travel Ball Problem with Sean Holbrooks

   Trey Fowler interviews Sean Holbrooks, founder of Pickup Portal, about solving travel baseball's player-team connection challenges.

7. 

   1 Jul 2026

   What It Really Takes to Reach the Next Level in Baseball with Travis Bergen

   Former MLB pitcher Travis Bergen shares with host Trey Fowler the disciplined development required to transition from overlooked prospect to big leaguer.

8. 

   15 Jun 2026

   Inside the Mind of One of America’s Top High School Pitchers with Matthew Sharman

   Host Trey Fowler interviews elite high school pitcher Matthew Sharman about the mindset, discipline, and faith needed to excel at the highest levels of competition.

9. 

   1 Jun 2026

   Why Most Athletes Don’t Last (Lessons From a 17-Year MLB Career) with Charlie Culberson

   Trey Fowler interviews MLB veteran Charlie Culberson about the mindset and strategies that fuel a long and successful athletic career.

10. 

    15 May 2026

    What MLB Scouts Actually Look For (From a New York Mets Scout) with Brett Campbell

    New York Mets scout Brett Campbell reveals to host Trey Fowler what MLB scouts truly seek in players, offering insights beyond raw talent.

11. 

    1 May 2026

    The Mindset That Builds Champions (From a 3x World Champion)

    Host Trey Fowler interviews 3x World Champion Ann-Marie Saccurato about the championship mindset and resilience forged through overcoming adversity.

12. 

    15 Apr 2026

    Inside the Fight Business: 23 Years Promoting MMA and Combat Sports with with David Oblas

    Trey Fowler interviews David Oblas, founder of NFC Fighting, about building a successful combat sports promotion over 23 years.

13. 

    1 Apr 2026

    The Major League Mindset: How Elite Athletes Handle Pressure, Failure, and Adversity

    What does it take to succeed at the highest level of baseball and stay mentally strong through pressure, failure, and adversity? In this episode of Elevate 2 Great, Trey Fowler sits down with former MLB outfielder Brandon Guyer to talk about the mindset that separates elite athletes from everyone else. Brandon played seven seasons in Major League Baseball with the Tampa Bay Rays and Cleveland Indians, helping Cleveland reach the 2016 World Series. Known for his toughness and competitiveness, ...

14. 

    6 Mar 2026

    Welcome to Elevate 2 Great (Podcast Trailer)

    Welcome to Elevate 2 Great, the podcast for athletes, sports organizations, and sports business leaders who want to grow their brand, increase exposure, and unlock new opportunities. In this show, we break down sports marketing, athlete branding, recruiting exposure, NIL opportunities, and the digital strategies helping athletes, teams, and sports businesses stand out in a competitive landscape. Follow the show so you don’t miss upcoming episodes, expert conversations, and real strategies you...

Inside a recent episode

Why So Many Parents Accidentally Hold Their Athletes Back

Published 15 Sept 2026 · Transcript excerpt

[…] How you answer back is something that will ultimately define you. And then the other thing that I think is hugely important, especially as it pertains to youth sports and that's the idea of keeping up with the Joneses. You do not measure where your daughter is in relation to someone else her same age. Everybody's path and track is different. You have to ensure once you start making that comparison game, that's where the daughter gets frustrated or the son gets frustrated. That's where you get frustrated. Be in the moment about helping your daughter enjoy whatever it is she's doing. making sure that you are emphasizing to her the work ethic side of things and the process. […]

Who has been a guest on Elevate 2 Great

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• Donovan Martin
• Bill Hoopes
• Drew Yeager
• Heather Larkin
• Laura Robichaux

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5.0 / 5

1 ratings

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