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My Top Five Coaching Book Recommendations (and Why They Matter to Me)
Books have shaped my journey as a coach, a woman, and a leader. In this post, I share my top five book recommendations—including The Confidence Code, Eleven Rings, and the Bible—and explain how each one taught me lessons about confidence, leadership, purpose, and character. These reads are for anyone looking to grow personally and professionally in sports and life.

Ashley Cornwell
Jan 74 min read


Journaling for Growth: A Practical Framework for Coaches
Great coaches don’t just develop athletes — they develop themselves. In this post, I share a practical framework for coaching journals, including in-season reflections, off-season planning, and annual resets. Journaling has helped me track team culture, hold myself accountable, and grow as a coach. These strategies are designed to help any coach reflect, improve, and lead with clarity and purpose.

Ashley Cornwell
Dec 16, 20254 min read


Networking with Purpose: 10 Tips for Coaches in Sports Leadership
Navigating male-prevalent spaces in sports requires more than skill — it requires purpose. In this post, I share 10 actionable tips that keep me grounded, confident, and intentional in networking and building relationships. From communicating your why to bold action, mentorship, and giving back, these strategies help anyone pursue a meaningful career in sports while honoring faith and authenticity.

Ashley Cornwell
Dec 2, 20255 min read
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