How to Work Hard When It's Hard to Work with Cat Osterman

Welcome to The Gold Standard Podcast. Today’s guest is my former teammate Cat Osterman, a former three-time National Player of the Year, four-time All-American, and two-time Olympic medalist. She also served as coach for the Texas State Bobcats in San Marcos, Texas, from 2015-20, after three seasons in a similar role for the St. Edwards Hilltoppers in Austin, Texas.
Cat helped to lead the University of Texas to three Women’s College World Series appearances in 2003, 2005 and 2006. She also became the only softball individual to win USA Softball’s National Player of the Year honors three times after earning the honor each of those seasons. These are just a few of her achievements.Join us as we talk about pushing past your limits, doing something you love, and living life according to The GOLD Standard.“Do whatever it takes even if it means you're gonna be an oddball.”- Cat OstermanIn This Episode:- Meet Cat Osterman, multi-awarded athlete and Olympic Gold Medalist- Of all her awards and numerous accolades, which one does Cat cherish the most and why?- Cat takes us through her journey as a softball player- What does The GOLD Standard mean for Cat?- Has it always been Cat’s goal to play softball? How did the goal evolve as the years went by?- What were the challenges Cat had to overcome to reach her goals?- Cat talks about her retirement from playing softball in 2015, her coaching stint, and what made her decide to play again.- What’s the most important quality a coach or a leader should have?- The top 2 things Cat did every day as an ELITE athlete - Cat shares 3 Gold keys for athletes todayAnd more…Resources:Major Media League AppConnect with Cat Osterman:WebsiteInstagramFacebook TwitterConnect with Leah Amico:WebsiteInstagramFacebookFacebook GroupTwitterLinkedInTikTokYoutube