The Ditto Podcast
Join Ashley Hatch, professional soccer player, and Dr. Matt Moore, mental performance coach and professor, in exploring the valuable insights that exist in the worlds of elite sports and holistic well-being. With a goal of engaging in open and honest conversations, drawing from their own experiences and their guest's, listeners should walk away after joining these "ditto." discussions feeling more connected, inspired, and empowered in their own journey. This podcast is for all types of listeners: athletes, coaches, business professionals, parents, and anyone trying to navigate the realities of life. New episodes dropping every Monday morning!
Episodes
Ready to turn feedback into your greatest asset?
In Part 2 of our series on Deliberate Practice, Ashley and Matt dive deeper into the art of responding to feedback and setting powerful goals. Discover why the key to growth lies not just in receiving feedback, but in your relationship with it. Ashley and Matt unpack how balancing internal and external feedback can supercharge your training and why the quality of practice far outweigh...
Can you train harder and smarter? In this episode of Ditto, Ashley Hatch and Dr. Matt Moore explore the science and strategy behind deliberate practice, the kind of focused, intentional training that drives real growth.
Whether you’re a youth athlete, parent, or coach, this episode breaks down what separates average effort from elite development. From mental rehearsal and recovery to navigating youth sports overload, Ashley and Matt...
Is it possible to chase greatness and still enjoy the game?
In this episode of Ditto, co-hosts Ashley Hatch and Matt Moore dive into the often-unspoken tension between fame and fun. From the pressures of being a public figure to the mental toll of always “getting it right,” they unpack what it really means to be a role model while holding onto the joy that first sparked the love of sport.
You’ll hear honest reflections from Ashley’s ...
What if your biggest setbacks became the foundation for your greatest growth?
In this powerful episode of Ditto, professional soccer player Croix Bethune joins Ashley and Matt to share her incredible journey, from playing in England as a kid to navigating the physical and emotional toll of multiple injuries. Croix opens up about the role her military upbringing played in shaping her discipline, how prayer and faith guide her mindset...
From the U.S. National Team to life's biggest transitions, Andi Sullivan opens up about resilience, leadership, and growth.
In this episode, Andi Sullivan joins Ashley Hatch and Matt Moore to share the real story behind her journey as a professional soccer player and leader. She opens up about the highs of playing for the U.S. National Team and the deep challenges of recovering from major injuries.
The conversation dives into the imp...
In Episode 2, Ashley Hatch and Matt Moore delve into the concept of Imposter Syndrome, exploring its prevalence in both personal and professional realms. They discuss the psychological effects of self-doubt, the tendency to attribute success to external factors, and the fear of failure, particularly in the context of professional sports. Through personal anecdotes and insights, they highlight the importance of recognizing one's ach...
In this episode, Ashley Hatch and Matt Moore kick off Season 2 of their podcast by diving into the concept of happiness. They explore insights from Arthur Brooks, discussing how happiness is defined as leading a meaningful and well-balanced life. The conversation highlights the three macronutrients of happiness: enjoyment, satisfaction, and meaning. They emphasize the importance of connection with others, the satisfaction that come...
In this Season #1 BONUS episode, Ashley and Matt answer a few of your listener questions! They discuss the significance of mental performance in sports, particularly in the military and competitive environments. They explore the growing acceptance of mental performance coaching, the importance of resilience, and the foundational trust necessary in coaching relationships. The conversation also includes listener questions, providing ...
In the final episode of Season #1, hosts Matt Moore and Ashley Hatch engage in a deep conversation with Dr. Peter Olusoga, a renowned sports psychologist, about the intricacies of elite sports coaching, the impact of stress on athletes and coaches, and the importance of self-awareness and inclusivity in sports. They explore how stress can be both a motivator and a detriment, the role of coaches in fostering athlete well-being, and ...
In this episode of the Ditto podcast, hosts Ashley Hatch and Matt Moore engage in a deep conversation with Charity Blackwell, a DEI practitioner and spoken word artist. They explore the intersection of poetry and sports through the lens of DC Scores, an organization that empowers youth through poetry, soccer, and service learning. Charity shares her personal journey into poetry, the transformative power of writing, and the importan...
In this episode of Ditto, Ashley Hatch and Professor Matt Moore discuss the concept of mental contrasting. They explain that mental contrasting involves conducting mental rehearsal of a desired future outcome while also acknowledging and planning for potential obstacles. They discuss the benefits of mental contrasting in various areas of life, including sports, business, and personal goals. They also highlight the importance of bei...
In Episode 21, Matt and Ash are joined by USWNT player and Olympic gold medalist, Casey Krueger! They discuss Casey's career journey, including her transition from college to the pros, her experience playing overseas in Norway, and her time with the US Women's National Team. They also discuss the progress of women's sports, the challenges of being a mother in the league, and the role of faith in her life and career. Casey shares he...
In Episode #20, Ashley and Matt discuss the book 'Endure' by Alex Hutchinson. They share their overall thoughts on the book and highlight the importance of the mind in determining physical limits. They discuss the role of motivation, perception of effort, and self-talk in endurance performance. They mention a study that shows the impact of positive self-talk on endurance and discuss the different forms of self-talk: motivational an...
In Episode #19, Matt and Ash share Diana Nyad's incredible story of swimming from Cuba to Florida. She became the first person to complete this long-distance swim, covering 103 miles in under 60 hours. Nyad attempted the swim four times before finally succeeding at the age of 63. Her journey was filled with challenges, including thunderstorms, waves, the Gulf Stream, cold water, sharks, and jellyfish. Despite these obstacles, Nyad ...
In Episode #18, Ashley Hatch and Dr. Matt Moore discuss the story of Alex Honnold and his incredible feat of free solo climbing El Capitan in Yosemite. They explore themes of focus and concentration, goal setting, mental rehearsal, and the psychological challenges Honnold faced. They also discuss how Honnold developed a healthy relationship with fear and embraced it as part of the process. Honnold's self-awareness and ability to el...
Want to work with Matt and your mental performance? DM the Ditto IG account, or email him at matthew.moore@health.utah.edu.
Coach Amber Whiting joins Ditto and shares her experience of coaching the BYU Women's Basketball team and the challenges of balancing coaching her daughter, Amari. She discusses the process of transitioning from coaching high school basketball to becoming a D1 head coach and the importance of being true to ones...
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Olympics Edition! Ashley and Matt discuss watching the Olympics, and the stories and performances that have stood out to them. They highlight the importance of being present and having routines in sports, as well as the individuality of athletes' preparation and mindset. They also mention specific athletes like Sha'Carri Richardson, Katie Ledecky, and Simone Biles, who ...
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In Episode #15, Ashley Hatch and Dr. Matt Moore discuss the concepts of the MAC approach and APE in sports psychology. They also talk about their walk-up songs and the experience of teaching. The main theme of the conversation is controlling the controllables, which refers to focusing on the things that one can control or influence in a given situation. They emphasize t...
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In Episode #14, Ashley Hatch and Dr. Matt Moore discuss the topic of changing our relationship with stress. They explore the definition of stress as an imbalance between environmental demands and personal resources. They emphasize the importance of accepting what we can control and focusing on attitude, preparation, and effort. They also introduce the four-stage process o...
In Episode #13, Ash and Matt talk about goals and setting goals. They share their personal experiences with goal setting and explore the differences between the traditional "SMART Goals" approach and the more "Open Goals" approach. They discuss the limitations of SMART goals and how they can lead to a rigid and all-or-nothing mentality. They highlight the importance of focusing on the process and enjoying the day-to-day journey rat...
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