April 22, 2025

Sporty Eleanor: Panic, Perseverance & Podiums

Show Notes

Sporty Eleanor: Panic, Perseverance & Podiums

In this episode of The Archery Parent Podcast, host Manisha talks to Eleanor Rodriguez, also known as Sporty Eleanor.

Eleanor shares her journey in Archery, including her struggles with target panic, her approach to overcoming it, and how a new coaching perspective can change everything. She discusses the impact of parental pressure on young archers and provides advice for parents to support their children effectively. Eleanor also talks about her unique path to gaining sponsorships through social media, the challenges women face in the sport, and her future plans in archery and coaching.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:25 Understanding Target Panic

02:26 Personal Experience with Target Panic

04:12 Overcoming Target Panic

07:23 Support and Coaching

11:26 Parental Pressure and Archery

15:13 Resilience in Archery

19:26 Social Media and Sponsorship

27:51 Realizing the Potential of Sponsorships

28:15 Listing and Discussing Sponsors

28:52 Responsibilities with New Equipment

31:45 Social Media Obligations

33:23 Advice for Parents of Young Archers

36:44 Staying Authentic on Social Media

Eleanor’s story is a testament to resilience - showing that setbacks are part of every archer’s journey, and with patience and support, it’s possible to come back stronger than ever.

Whether you’re an athlete, parent, or coach, this episode offers hope and practical insights for anyone facing their own battles with performance anxiety.

Connect with Eleanor Rodriguez (aka Sporty Eleanor):

Instagram: @Sporty_Eleanor

Website: ArcheryByEleanor.com

Linktree: Sporty_Eleanor

Resources: Social Media Tips

Connect with Manisha, Host & Producer of the Archery Parent Podcast:

Instagram: @archeryparentpodcast

YouTube: @archeryparentpodcast

Website: ArcheryParentPodcast.ca

LinkPop: ArcheryParentPodcast

ATTRIBUTION: Permission granted for the use of "The Stranger" by Michal Menert and Adam Corey Tenenbaum of Wooden Flowers

MUSIC: "The Stranger"