In this episode, we sit down with two Mount Pisgah athletes competing at the state level—a sophomore cross country runner and a senior volleyball player committed to play in college—to talk about what it takes to perform at the highest level. From the daily discipline to handling pressure on the biggest stage, they break down the mindset, sacrifices, and habits that set elite athletes apart. We also dive into the college recruitment process and what younger athletes should know if they hope to compete beyond high school.
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Episode 15: What It Takes To Be an Elite Athlete
March 23, 2026
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Lila-Belle Mutch, Beyond the Bell Staff
Lila-Belle Mutch is a senior at Mount Pisgah Christian School. This is her first year participating in Beyond the Bell, and she was previously a staff reporter for the Liberty Bell. Lila-Belle is the captain of the Girl’s varsity cross country team, sings and plays piano and guitar for the upper school Fresh Air Band, and is a TV/film actress. Lila-Belle has been at Mount Pisgah since 5th grade, and can’t wait to spend her final semester at MPCS interviewing and learning more about her school community.