In the World of Female Sports
26 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 5 years ago - ★★★★★ - 34 ratingsWelcome to “In the World of Female Sports” podcast! Larissa Maloney is former professional athlete, entrepreneur, motivational speaker and a team bonding strategist. Each week she will bring you a guest or a motivational message that will help empower you as a female athlete or coach with confidence, mental strength and with the strategies and tools to perform at the highest level. Get ready to get motivated and inspired by these amazing individuals. Enjoy and thanks for listening!
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Episodes
The Season Finale: A conversation with EP, Lucy Diaz of the Colorado Classic Professional Cycling Race
July 11, 2019 10:00 - 51 minutes - 47.5 MBThe Colorado Classic is a Professional Cycling Race that has made the BOLD move to become a women's only PRO Cycling Race! I dive deep into the inner workings of cycling and the race itself with event producer, Lucy Diaz. Colorado is known for innovation and inclusion so this race is a perfect match for the active community. Lucy has made it her mission to help propel these athletes as well as the future generation of cycling. I'm loving that on our last episode we are exploring new terrain...
Basketball without Borders: A conversation with UCONN Basketball Star-- Batouly Camara
July 04, 2019 10:00 - 52 minutes - 48.4 MBBatouly Camara is an incredible basketball athlete that plays for UCONN! She not only reaches new heights on the court, but in her homeland of West Africa as well. Batouly spends her summer inspiring young females to follow their dreams whether that be on the court or in the classroom. She shows all young females that there is a world beyond the traditional and hopes to inspire as many as she can! You don't want to miss this episode! In this episode we discuss: Journey in boarding school ...
The Real Me: A deep conversation with TEAM USA Softball Athlete--Haylie McCleney
June 27, 2019 10:00 - 45 minutes - 42.7 MBHaylie McCleney is a TEAM USA softball athlete! She is a top outfielder who believes that whatever you do, do it with all of your heart. Haylie has not only given her all on the field, but also in shaping who she is as a person today. Haylie shares her story about coming out to her conservative family and friends. She details the struggles and the backlash that she's gone through because of her sexuality. Being a voice of acceptance has made her not only a strong role model, but a strong per...
Controlling the Uncontrollables: A deep conversation with Team USA Softball Athlete-- Delaney Spaulding
June 20, 2019 10:00 - 51 minutes - 47.5 MBDelaney Spaulding is a TEAM USA softball athlete! She is an accomplished gold medalist and has had an incredible career at UCLA. Delaney's skills on the field are quite impressive, but I was most impressed with her humble spirit and willingness to share her knowledge to the younger generation. This episode is full of golden nuggets that you don't want to miss! In this episode we discuss: Balancing life as an athlete in High School & College Trying out for TeamUSA Becoming the first N...
Surviving Breast Cancer as an Elite College Coach: A deep conversation with Michelle Piantadosi
June 13, 2019 10:00 - 51 minutes - 47.7 MBMichelle Piantadosi was a D1 athlete and elite college coach when one phone call changed her life. Michelle was diagnosed with breast cancer on a phone call 5 minutes before her first preseason practice. In this episode, she explains her journey battling cancer and balancing her career at the same time. This episode will have you laughing one second then tearing up the next. You do not want to miss this episode! In this episode we discuss: Michelle being recruited to UT Finding out she ...
There's Only One You: A deep conversation with Professional Beach Volleyball Athlete-- Brandie Wilkerson
June 06, 2019 10:00 - 40 minutes - 37.5 MBBrandie Wilkerson is the top beach volleyball athlete in the world right now. She is a confident athlete that is extremely proud of who she is and where she has come from. This conversation is extremely open and vulnerable in which we talk about utilizing sports beyond the court. We also talk about multiculturalism within the sport and Brandie's life. We touch on so many different topics in this chat!! Tune in! In this episode we discuss: Brandie's heritage Her journey to becoming PRO ...
Winning the Battle: A conversation with Professional Beach Volleyball Athlete-- Karissa Cook
May 30, 2019 16:00 - 49 minutes - 45.8 MBKarissa Cook is an incredible beach volleyball athlete! She has set her sights high and is now living the life that she has always dreamed of. Karissa has just won her first AVP championship in Austin, Texas! Her journey is unique and has always led her back to the sport she loves: volleyball. This is an episode you don't want to miss. In this episode we discuss: Growing up in a volleyball family Playing at Stanford Journey on Tour Hopes for the season Connect with Karissa: IG: w...
Time to Level Up: A conversation with WNBA star Courtney Williams
May 23, 2019 10:00 - 31 minutes - 29.6 MBCourtney Williams isn't your normal D1 recruit story. She wasn't recruited heavily at an early age. She always had to work hard to clench that starting spot on the team. One thing that was instilled in her at a young age was her work ethic and confidence! She is now a super star leader and competitor for the Connecticut Suns WNBA squad. Her energy on and off the court is contagious and she is determined to get a championship under her belt this year! You don't want to miss this chat! In th...
Using Rejection as Motivation: A conversation with University of Kentucky Basketball Star Maci Morris
May 16, 2019 10:00 - 25 minutes - 23.7 MBMaci Morris is a former University of Kentucky powerhouse! She comes from a family full of basketball coaches and players so this sport is in her blood! In today's chat, Maci opens up about her try-out for the Washington Mystics and ultimately being cut from the team. She heard the news the same exact day so you can imagine the feelings rushing through her as a high level athlete. Maci talks about how she plans on coming back and getting even stronger for the next opportunity that is present...
Keep Showing Up & Never Quit: A Conversation with Professional Beach Volleyball Athlete Melissa Powell
May 09, 2019 10:00 - 33 minutes - 31.3 MBMelissa Powell is a professional volleyball athlete that has played both indoor and beach in college! She comes from a long history of volleyball athletes in her family and is in line to become a top beach volleyball player on tour! She is extremely determined and won't let anything stop her! You do not want to miss this episode! In this episode we discuss: Growing up in a volleyball family Playing indoor and beach volleyball in College Journey to playing professional Mental tou...
Nothing is Impossible: An inspiring conversation with Elite Athlete & Lung Tumor Survivor-- Jessica McGuire
May 02, 2019 10:00 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MBJessica McGuire is an athlete with an incredible story. She planned on going to UCLA to just study biology, but life had something different in mind. She became a top D1 collegiate rower all because she attended an open tryout for the University. Her story doesn’t stop there. Jess has a shocking discovery that almost cost her her life… She discovered a tumor in her left lung which left her unable to talk or move. You do not want to miss this episode about her recovery and her spontaneous tra...
Hitting Rock Bottom: A Conversation about a Tragic Event that Changed Everything with volleyball athlete—Heather Friesen
April 25, 2019 10:30 - 43 minutes - 40.4 MBHeather Friesen's story is one that will give you chills down your spine. Heather is an athlete that worked extremely hard to become a top indoor player as well as top collegiate beach volleyball athlete at the University of Hawaii. Her world came crashing down one day as she went on a hike on one of Hawaii's most beautiful hiking trails. Heather slipped and fell from a 40-50ft waterfall that broke 10 ribs, fractured her shoulder blade and made her lung collapse. In this episode Heather tell...
From Raw to Relentless: A conversation with Brooke Seaman about her journey to becoming a PRO
April 18, 2019 10:30 - 45 minutes - 41.9 MBBrooke Seaman’s story of perseverance is truly inspiring for anyone that has lofty goals and that is willing to work hard to achieve them. Brooke is not your conventional volleyballer, she started playing the game in her junior year of HIGH SCHOOL and soon after that decided this is what she wanted to do as a career. Now just finishing up her 7th season she takes you on her journey of struggle/doubt, but most of all determination to play professional indoor volleyball. You do not want to mis...
Leading on Your Terms: A conversation with WNBA star Jasmine Thomas
April 11, 2019 10:30 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBJasmine Thomas is one of the best point guards in the world right now! Her relentless defense, quickness on the court and flawless assist game is undeniable. She is extremely wise for her age and has demonstrated that throughout her entire life as an athlete and as a person. Being a leader has been natural for Jasmine, but perfecting her craft took practice and dedication. Jasmine discusses the struggles that you may go through as you try to find your unique way of leading on and off the cou...
From Babysitter to PRO Athlete: A raw conversation with Alexa Strange about Facing your Fears & Living your Life to the Fullest!
April 04, 2019 10:30 - 49 minutes - 46 MBAlexa Strange is a former USC beach volleyball standout turned AVP PRO. She is so full of energy and spunk that it's hard not to love her! She has an incredibly inspiring story being half Indian/half American and she is not afraid to bare it all in this episode. Alexa opens up about her fears of failing and her insecurities as not only an athlete, but as a woman. Alexa hopes to be a volleyball pioneer in India revolutionizing the way Indian women see and value the benefits of playing sport...
From Breakdown to Breakthrough: A conversation with USC Libero and Mental Health Advocate-- Victoria Garrick
March 28, 2019 10:30 - 46 minutes - 43.4 MBVictoria Garrick is an incredibly motivated and determined Division 1 athlete at USC in sunny California. Victoria not only excels on the court, but also off the court where she spends her days motivating younger females in Mental Health and Positive Body-Image. Her drive to make a difference is admirable and the real*ness she gives to her fans is undeniable. She has reached women and girls all over the world spreading her message of "The most beautiful thing a girl can be is herself." We d...
Fine-Tuning your Focus: A conversation on confidence with Pri Piantadosi-Lima
March 21, 2019 10:30 - 38 minutes - 35.9 MBPri Piantadosi-Lima is a professional beach volleyball athlete originating from Brazil! Pri has often been described as a hardworking, competitive and an extremely fierce competitor. Pri has travelled all around the world playing with and against the best players in the world. Not only is she one of the top athletes, she is also an incredibly motivating coach. We dive deep into the best ways to overcome self-doubt on and off the court as well as becoming an all-around confident athlete. Yo...
The Silent Battle: An Elite Athlete's Battle with an Eating Disorder-- Kamila Tan
March 14, 2019 10:30 - 43 minutes - 40.6 MBThis week we discuss a very serious topic on the podcast. I have a deep and intimate chat with former UCLA beach volleyball standout: Kamila Tan. She is a pioneer in the collegiate beach volleyball world and now hopes to become a pioneer in advocating for bringing awareness to the sporting world about the taboo subject of eating disorders. This San Diego native has had an incredible career in the sand at UCLA and has many awards to back it up. This episode is not only for female athletes but...
Triumph over Tragedy: A deep conversation with Professional Basketball Player--Cierra Burdick
March 07, 2019 11:41 - 50 minutes - 46.6 MBCierra Burdick is a former WNBA star that is now playing professional basketball overseas in Poland. She is incredibly motivated and determined to be the best player and person that she can be on and off the court. Her work ethic is undeniable. We dive deep into her relationship with legendary coach, Pat Summitt and the life lessons that she gained through her. Coach Summit’s lessons live on through her amazing athletes, like Cierra. Cierra's drive to motivate as many young female athletes w...
Valuing the Undervalued Athlete: A Conversation with College Basketball’s own Superwoman -- Vanessa Blair-Lewis
February 28, 2019 11:30 - 47 minutes - 44.4 MBVanessa Blair-Lewis is a tremendous motivator and head coach of the D1 collegiate basketball team, Bethune Cookman University. She has been Conference Coach of the Year 5 times! She not only is a well sought-after coach, but a role model for so many young female athletes through her words & actions. She makes it a priority to not only develop the player, but their character as well. She is actively changing young females lives daily and is incredibly humble while doing it. This is an episod...
You have to DREAM BIG to ACHIEVE BIG: A Conversation with US Soccer Ambassador Brianna Pinto
February 21, 2019 11:30 - 30 minutes - 28.7 MBBrianna Pinto is the number one 18 year old female soccer player in the country right now. She has produced many accolades in just 18 years of life. She is the US ambassador for soccer, plays for the US Women's National Team, NCAA National Finalist & First Team All-ACC! Brianna is one of the most driven women that I have had the honor of speaking with. She has lofty goals and expects to reach each and every one of them. You do not want to miss this episode! In this episode, we discuss: ...
I am a Believer of Dreams & Making Things Happen: A conversation with Bea Tan
February 14, 2019 11:30 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBBea Tan is a remarkable athlete as well as business woman! She is a Beach Volleyball Player in the Philippines as well as Founder of a Beach Volleyball Tour called Beach Volleyball Republic. She also is the manager of the first independent club team in the country: Perlas Spikers!! She is single handedly changing the way volleyball is perceived in the Philippines! She has a huge go-getter attitude and she won't stop until she reaches her goals and dreams. You do not want to miss this episod...
How you can impact the world by just being YOU: A conversation with Professional Indoor Volleyball Player--Malina Terrell
February 07, 2019 11:30 - 52 minutes - 49.2 MBMalina Terrell is a Professional Indoor Volleyball Player that plays over in the south of France! She is the embodiment of the quote: Hardwork+Preparation=SUCCESS! She has produced many accolades in her professional career which include: MVP of the League, Top Scorer in the league and Best Server! Volleyball has truly been her vehicle to travel the world doing something that she absolutely loves. Her passion and story will inspire you to take the leap out of your comfort zone and get into th...
Building a volleyball empire: A Conversation with Cindy Phillips
January 27, 2019 22:31 - 42 minutes - 39.8 MBCindy Phillips is a pioneer in the beach volleyball community. In this episode she talks about her story, how she built the largest and most successful beach volleyball youth club in the United States and so much more! You don't want to miss this one! In this episode, we talk about: Becoming a professional athlete! The story of building BeachDig! Female Activism empowering young females: Legacy Thirteen! Bringing your passion in everything you do in life! Connect with Cindy: Insta:...
What it takes to get to the next level: A conversation with Raquel Ferreira
January 27, 2019 22:30 - 56 minutes - 53 MBRaquel Ferreira is a world renown, professional athlete, coach and founder of BeVolley Academy! BeVolley Academy is one of the nation's Top Beach Volleyball Academies. In this episode, we talk about: The highs and lows of a professional beach volleyball athlete! BeVolley and how athletes are being recruited to big name colleges. Typical training day with her club and professional athletes! Having a Growth Mindset and the struggles that female athletes face and ways to overcome them! ...
Ep. 1: Empowered Women, Empower Women: The Beginning with Larissa Maloney
January 27, 2019 22:27 - 35 minutes - 33.9 MBWelcome to the first episode of “In the World of Female Sports” podcast! I am your host, Larissa Maloney. I am a former professional athlete, entrepreneur, motivational speaker and a team bonding strategist. Each week I will bring you a guest or a motivational message that will help empower you as a female athlete or coach with confidence, mental strength and with the strategies and tools to perform at the highest level. In this episode I will dive deep into my upbringing and what made me c...