With Winning In Mind

The Mindset Behind 26 World Championships - With Winning in Mind Podcast Interview with Todd Bender

In this episode of the With Winning in Mind podcast, we sit down with one of the greatest skeet shooters in history, Todd Bender. Todd is a legend in the shooting sports world, with 26 National Skeet Shooting Association (NSSA) World Championships, a record streak of First Team All-American selections, and the highest overall average in skeet history (.9972 on 5,750 targets). His dominance in competition and decades of coaching have made him one of the most respected instructors in the sport. In this conversation, Todd shares insights from a lifetime of championship performance, including: The mindset required to perform under pressure How elite shooters train their focus and consistency Lessons learned from decades of world-class competition The mental approach behind sustained excellence Todd has also served as the first Master Instructor for the NSSA and has coached shooters around the world, helping develop champions at every level. Whether you're an athlete, coach, shooter, or someone pursuing excellence in any field, this episode is packed with wisdom on mental performance, discipline, and winning habits. 🎯 Watch to learn what it takes to become—and stay—a world champion. #WithWinningInMind #ToddBender #SkeetShooting #MentalPerformance #ChampionsMindset #ShotgunSports Learn more from Mental Management Coaches, Troy Bassham, Heather Sumlin and Lanny Bassham by joining the With Winning in Mind Patreon Channel for audios, videos, and first pick on webinars and more! https://www.patreon.com/with_winning_in_mind Websites: Troy Bassham - https://reachthepodium.com Heather Sumlin - https://heathersumlin.com Lanny - https://withwinninginmind.com Books/Journals - https://mentalmanagement.com  Online Courses - https://mm-courses.thinkific.com Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/with_winning_in_mind Todd Bender - https://toddbenderintl.com/ Instagram: Podcast- https://www.instagram.com/withwinninginmindpodcast/ Troy Bassham - https://www.instagram.com/troyabassham/ Heather Sumlin - https://www.instagram.com/heathersumlin/ FaceBook: Mental Management - https://www.facebook.com/MentalManagementSystems Todd Bender - https://www.facebook.com/toddbenderperformance Todd Bender Bio: Todd Bender was named the first Master Instructor for the National Skeet Shooting Association, has been trained by the UK's Clay Pigeon Shooting Association (CPSA) and is an Honorary Fellow in England's Institute of Clay Shooting Instructors. In competition, Todd has maintained a position on top of the National Skeet Shooting Association for three decades. Over the years he has compiled 26 NSSA World Championships and been named to a record 35 consecutive Men's First All-American Teams. In 1991, Todd carried the highest overall average in the history of the sport, a .9972. He is the first shooter to record three back-to-back 400x400s in 1987, and the only shooter to do it twice, 400×400, 400×400, and 550×550, in 1991. Todd is also the only shooter to record three consecutive back-to-back 550x550s at the World Championships in 2007, 2008 and 2009. To date, Todd has broken 40 400x400s, the most in the sport's history. In Overseas competition, Todd won the Over-All Championships at the Canadian Open (1998), the English Open (UK) (2003), the Australian Nationals (2008), and most recently the New Zealand Nationals (2011). Todd was inducted into the National Skeet Shooting Hall of Fame (1999), and in the same year was inducted into the first class of Trinity University's Athletic Hall of Fame.

With Winning in Mind Podcast: Handling Disappointment Like a Champion

On this episode of Winning in Mind, Troy Bassham and Heather Sumlin dive into an Olympic-level conversation about the Winter Games, the sports we love to watch, and how athletes respond when they don't get the results they hoped for or believe they deserved. Protecting and Building Self-Image is Key!  Learn more from Mental Management Coaches, Troy Bassham, Heather Sumlin and Lanny Bassham by joining the With Winning in Mind Patreon Channel for audios, videos, and first pick on webinars and more! https://www.patreon.com/with_winning_in_mind Websites: Troy Bassham - https://reachthepodium.com Heather Sumlin - https://heathersumlin.com Lanny - https://withwinninginmind.com Books/Journals - https://mentalmanagement.com Online Courses - https://mm-courses.thinkific.com Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/with_winning_in_mind Instagram: Podcast- https://www.instagram.com/withwinninginmindpodcast/ Troy Bassham - https://www.instagram.com/troyabassham/ Heather Sumlin - https://www.instagram.com/heathersumlin/ FaceBook: Mental Management - https://www.facebook.com/MentalManagementSystems 

With Winning in Mind Podcast — Interview with Alex Wifler | Champion Archer & Innovator

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Alex Wifler, 2015 Vegas Shoot Champion, elite competitive archer, and founder of Wifler Industries on the With Winning in Mind podcast!  In this episode, Alex shares raw insight into: * His journey from discovering archery to dominating the Vegas shoot and the Lancaster Classic. * What it takes to train like a champion, both mentally and physically * How setbacks, including a career-impacting injury, shaped his path & led to innovation  * The story behind founding Wifler Industries & building products designed for shooters  * Advice for aspiring athletes and anyone chasing peak performance Whether you're into archery, Mental Management®, entrepreneurship, or personal growth, this is a must-watch conversation about grit, mindset, and winning with intention. Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro & Episode Welcome 00:40 – Alex's Early Archery Beginnings 04:00 – Winning The Vegas Shoot & Lancaster Classic 08:50 – Training Mindset & Competitive Habits 12:30 – Transition from Athlete to Entrepreneur 16:00 -- Mental Rehearsal for Business 21:00 – Overcoming Challenges & Resilience 27:45 – Advice for Athletes & Business Professionals Enjoyed this interview? Join the With Winning in Mind Patreon Channel for the extended interview with Alex!  Learn more from Troy Bassham, Heather Sumlin and Lanny Bassham by joining the With Winning in Mind Patreon Channel for audios, videos, and first pick on webinars and more! https://www.patreon.com/with_winning_in_mind Mental Management Sites:  Troy Bassham: https://reachthepodium.com Heather Sumlin: https://heathersumlin.com Lanny Bassham: https://withwinninginmind.com Books/Journals: https://mentalmanagement.com,  Online Courses: https://mm-courses.thinkific.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/with_winning_in_mind Wifler Industries: https://wiflerindustries.com/ Instagram: Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/withwinninginmindpodcast/ Troy Bassham: https://www.instagram.com/troyabassham/ Heather Sumlin: https://www.instagram.com/heathersumlin/ Wifler Industries: https://www.instagram.com/wiflerindustries/ FaceBook: Mental Management: https://www.facebook.com/MentalManagementSystems Alex Wifler: https://www.facebook.com/alexwiflerarchery/ #WithWinningInMind #AlexWifler #ArcheryChampion #MindsetMatters #WiflerIndustries

Goal Talk with Mental Management Coaches Troy Bassham & Heather Sumlin

Get your Goals!! 2026 is off to a great start! Troy and Heather talk about their 2026 goals and what is needed to get the goals we set. Learn more from Troy Bassham, Heather Sumlin and Lanny Bassham by joining the With Winning in Mind Patreon Channel for audios, videos, and first pick on webinars and more! https://www.patreon.com/with_winning_in_mind Websites: Troy Bassham - https://reachthepodium.com Heather Sumlin - https://heathersumlin.com Lanny - https://withwinninginmind.com Books/Journals - https://mentalmanagement.com, Online Courses - https://mm-courses.thinkific.com Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/with_winning_in_mind Instagram: Podcast- https://www.instagram.com/withwinninginmindpodcast/ Troy Bassham - https://www.instagram.com/troyabassham/ Heather Sumlin - https://www.instagram.com/heathersumlin/ FaceBook: Mental Management - https://www.facebook.com/MentalManagementSystems

Interview with Kyle McCormack PRS Champion

Kyle McCormick, a top precision rifle shooter, discussed his journey and the nuances of the sport. He explained the structure of matches, which include 20 stages over two days, with scores based on impacts. Kyle highlighted the importance of mental management, crediting Lanny's book and coaching for his significant improvements. He noted that most rifles cost $4,000-$5,000, and top shooters use $1,000 barrels, with annual ammunition costs reaching $8,000. Kyle emphasized the sport's growing international presence and advised new shooters to focus on both technical and mental aspects for success.