Episode 210 - Joley Mitchell

Episode 210 - Joley Mitchell

From Outside The Chute by outsidethechute

February 23, 2026 · 1h 15m · Episode 211

About this episode

Joley Mitchell shares her journey of overcoming adversity to become a National Champion in college softball.

What does it take to battle through adversity and come out a National Champion? In Episode 210 of Outside The Chute, we sit down with 2025 National Champion Joley Mitchell for one of the most powerful conversations we’ve had on the show. From growing up in Rose Bud, Arkansas… To being named Arkansas Gatorade Player of the Year (2019)… To starting her college career at Notre Dame… To facing a medical scare that forced her to miss the entire 2021 season… Joley opens up about the highs, the setbacks, and the mindset it took to keep fighting. We talk about: Her early years and how she fell in love with the game Winning on the biggest stage in college softball The mental side of adversity and coming back stronger What most fans don’t see behind the scenes of a championship run If you’re a softball fan, an athlete battling through adversity, or someone chasing something bigger — this episode is for you. Watch now and hear the full story. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to Outside The Chute for more interviews with the biggest names in the game. #Softball #NationalChampion #CollegeSoftball #OutsideTheChute #JoleyMitchell

People in this episode

Guest: Joley Mitchell

Topics covered

  • adversity
  • national champion
  • college softball
  • mental resilience
  • athlete journey

Keywords

  • softball
  • national champion
  • college athlete
  • adversity
  • mental strength
  • Arkansas Gatorade Player of the Year
  • Notre Dame

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Notre Dame

Places: Rose Bud, Arkansas

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