In this episode of the Identity Sports Podcast, we’re joined by Robin Rosado, former University of South Carolina golfer, mini-tour player, and now a PGA & LPGA mental performance coach, whose journey through frustration, comparison, and pressure ultimately led to purpose.Robin opens up about his early battles in junior golf, constantly comparing himself to others and struggling to translate great range sessions into performance on the course. That disconnect—and a pivotal moment experiencing the yips during a Valspar Championship qualifier—pushed him to pursue discomfort and growth. Through that journey, he was introduced to renowned sports psychologist Dr. Bob Rotella, whose insights became a turning point not only for Robin’s game, but for his life.Now, more than 15 years later, Robin shares the mental frameworks he teaches golfers today, challenging the pursuit of perfection, reshaping the way we speak about our shots, and learning to live forward rather than dwelling on mistakes. He unpacks his simple but powerful process: “Accept, give yourself grace, and hit erase.” At the core of it all is this truth: your identity is not found in your bad shots or what didn’t go well, but in Christ.Robin also dives into the power of words and how self-talk shapes both our mindset and our performance. Through a biblical lens, he connects mental performance to stewardship—preparing well, building healthy habits, and pursuing excellence in a way that ultimately glorifies God.Additionally, Robin shares the heart behind his organization, Before the Links, a mission-driven business designed to help talented young golfers with limited resources gain exposure and access to recruitment opportunities. His vision is to build up the next generation—not just as athletes, but as leaders who will make an impact far beyond the game.This episode is a powerful reminder that growth happens in discomfort, identity is rooted deeper than performance, and our habits—on and off the course—matter.

Newly retired LPGA Tour professional and now mom, Emma Talley, joins the Identity Sports Podcast for a powerful conversation on identity, fulfillment, and faith beyond the scorecard.Emma reflects on the role relationships and mentorship played throughout every stage of her journey—from junior golf and college to life on the LPGA Tour. She opens up about winning the 2013 U.S. Women’s Amateur, and the realization that the joy she expected from such a massive achievement lasted only a couple minutes. That moment began to reveal a deeper truth: the fulfillment we long for can’t be found in accomplishments.In this episode, Emma shares where she ultimately found true contentment—in God’s Word, biblical community, and walking closely with Christ, including participating in Bible studies while on Tour. She explains her love for being a friend to her competitors and reflecting Christ through her actions. By focusing on controlling what you can control, Emma learned how to find joy even in hardship.Emma also opens up about her transition from professional golf to motherhood, and how she now prioritizes time with the Lord amid the beautiful chaos of being a mom. This conversation is a reminder that our identity is not in what we do—but in who we belong to.

The Identity Sports Podcast celebrates episode 50 with an exciting and impactful episode with Jordan Brown, a former Fresno State football walk-on whose journey is defined by faith, perseverance, and a deep re-centering of identity. Jordan didn’t arrive at Fresno State as a recruited athlete—he came as a student, quietly training on his own during his first year with the hope of one day earning a spot on the football team.Growing up in the church, Jordan had a foundation of faith, but when he entered college, he found himself drifting from the Lord. For much of his life, church had been the primary place where spiritual growth happened, and without it, his faith stalled. Everything began to change when he got involved with the football program and Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Through community and reading scripture on his own and with others, Jordan began to experience real spiritual growth and saw God opening his eyes to a greater purpose—one rooted in glorifying Him.Jordan shares how he came to understand that God and football are not separate parts of life, but deeply connected. As the Lord worked in his heart, Jordan learned that his identity is not defined by performance, playing time, or outcomes on the field, but by who he is in Christ. He dives into the importance of being in the Word, how Scripture feeds and sustains the soul, and why contentment in Christ is possible in every circumstance—whether chasing a dream, waiting patiently, or walking through a season of refinement.This episode is an honest and encouraging reminder that your value doesn’t rise and fall with success—and that when your identity is rooted in Christ, every season has purpose.