Join us on the Leading Edge podcast as we welcome Jamy Bechler, a former college basketball coach and now a renowned speaker, author, and leadership consultant. Bechler shares his insights on positivity and coachability in leadership roles. He passionately discusses the importance of empowering others to lead. Whether you're an experienced leader or a newcomer, this episode is packed with invaluable advice. READ MORE Leading Edge Content with Jamy Bechler HERELEARN MORE about Jamy Bechle...
In this episode of The Leading Edge Podcast, we were joined by Heather Macy, Head Basketball Coach at Greensboro College and innovative Founder of 2 Feet In Coaching. Coach Macy discusses the importance of realizing your potential to balance physical and mental health. She shares her expertise on strategic recruiting practices and building a successful program while putting your athletes and team first. Tune in to gain invaluable insights and inspiration from a seasoned expert in the field.Ed...
Join Ryan Friedline, Director of Game Presentation and Fan Engagement at The University of Arizona, as he shares his insights on creating electrifying sports event experiences. In this episode, Ryan Friedline emphasizes the importance of fan engagement in shaping unforgettable events. Friedline believes that students' contributions to athletic events create a vibrant and unique campus culture, and leaders should empower student collaboration in events whenever possible. Explore what it ...
Join Lance Loya, a former college basketball coach turned bestselling author, blogger, podcaster, and professional speaker, as he shares his invaluable insights on becoming an exceptional teammate. In this episode, Lance Loya delves into the significance of defining team roles and nurturing strong connections to shape a team's culture. Learn from his experiences and expertise to apply being a good teammate in different settings, and elevate your personal and professional relationships to new ...
Don Showalter, Head Coach and Director of Coach Development for the USA Basketball Youth Division, emphasizes the importance of good leadership fundamentals that transcend across all sports and activities. Coach Showalter stresses that success doesn't come naturally and takes effort and time. He believes that, as leaders, we must give ourselves and our programs breathing space, and stick to our process. Tune into the Leading Edge Podcast to hear insightful tips on successful leadership from C...
Dr. Richard Woodruff, Social Emotional Wellness Coordinator at Stockton Unified School District and Commissioner of the Central California Esports League, discusses the value of esports teams on high school campuses, the concept of integrating digital and physical selves—particularly as it pertains to young people and their use of social media and video games—how to start an esports program, what we can learn about burnout in student-athletes from esports, and more!For more content and conver...
As President and CEO of Triple Threat Leadership, Dr. Scott Grant is revolutionizing the way coaches and program leaders help students become confident adults.Utilizing personal branding exercises to first define mission, vision, and values, his process prepares student-athletes to approach social media as a tool for empowerment. His strategies offer invaluable insight into how to put one's best foot forward both online and off. “Doc G” also has extensive knowledge on NIL (name image lik...
Joe Pellertio is a Leadership Development Strategist for Capturing Kids’ Hearts®, an organization that “equips professionals in K-12 education to implement transformational processes focused on social-emotional well-being, relationship-driven campus culture, and student connectedness.”His path as an educator, coach, and leadership mentor has supercharged his expertise and perspective on making a difference with your group. Joe is also the creator of The ReChoice Podcast, where guests sha...
Kevin Broene is a teacher, coach, athletic director, and most recently added “company founder” to his list of titles, all of which has given him an incredible perspective on what it truly means to be a good leader for students.In 2017, Broene founded Grit Leadership, a leadership evaluation software that anonymously surveys thousands of coaches everywhere, giving Broene a birds-eye view of the coaching field. With this data at his disposal, coach Broene has found areas where he and his fellow...
Co-founder and COO of Limitless Minds, DJ Eidson, shares the adversity he faced growing up and how his mom’s phrase “It is what it is.” laid the foundation for his neutral mindset. We talk about teaching athletes to have the right mindset, the importance of modeling it first as a coach, and how the lessons from sports can teach us some of the bigger lessons in life.
In this episode I catch up with Coach Mike Suarez. He is the Head Basketball Coach of Gilroy High School. In the wake a an active shooting, Mike is hoping a winning season can help his community heal. What sticks out to me about Mike is how much he cares about his student athletes. Checkout his team mantra: “In case we die tomorrow, I love you.”
Coach David Peavy sits down to discuss his success as a basketball coach, how coaching your kid is tough but rewarding, and why commitment to competition and excellence is vital to building a winning team environment.
In the episode I catch up with Coach Sally Stephens. Sally coaches track and competitive cheer at Belleville West High School on the outskirts of St. Louis. After 26 years of coaching, Sally explains the importance of admitting you don’t know everything and reaching out to learn from others. Photo credit: Paul Halfacre from STLhighschoolsports.com
In this episode, I catch up with Everett High School Baseball Coach Alex Barashkoff. He shares his years of experience of coaching in the Seattle area and how learned that it is not about about the wins and losses. It’s all about building team chemistry and getting the players to buy in.
In this episode I catch up with Head Football Coach of Casa Robles High School Chris Horner. Coach Horner talks about his love of coaching, making a difference in the lives of kids, and how his team raised $23,000 for the Paradise football team after their town was destroyed by wildfires.
In this episode I catch up with Jett Reed. Jett has blazed the trail as the first remote campaign director for Snap! Raise. When his mom was diagnosed with cancer he put his family first, packed up, and moved across the country to support his mom.
In this episode of the Leading Edge Podcast, we engage in a riveting conversation with Paul Jones, Athletic Director at Sunny Hills High School in Fullerton, California. With his extensive athletic experience and ongoing pursuit of a Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership, Jones offers his unique perspective on cultivating grit, resilience, and mental fortitude among student-athletes. He discusses the vital role of a servant leader in creating a supportive and secure environment within his athlet...
Since finding the sport of competitive weightlifting in 2016, Katherine Nye has earned impressive accolades ranging from junior and senior world champion titles to be named the 2019 International Weightlifting Federation Lifter of the Year. As of this week, she can add Olympic Silver Medalist to the growing list, her performance at the Tokyo Olympic Games earning her the highest medal the U.S. has won in the sport in over 20 years. This conversation was originally recorded a year before her historic silver metal performance and provides insight into her physical and mental preparation, her thoughts on what makes a great coach and athlete relationship great, as well as covers the details of her path from gymnastics to sport sampling and ultimately, finding her passion for weightlifting.The Leading Edge podcast interviews impactful thinkers and doers to help coaches, educators, and leaders to build programs that make a difference. FOLLOW @katerineenye on in here.For more content and conversations to help you build a successful program, visit www.leadingedge.online
Chris Partridge has climbed the football coaching ranks quickly while having much success in the past decade. Originally recorded as a webinar for Snap! Raise LIVE, this interview covers his commitment to coaching via relationships, his successful transition from the high school game to NCAA Division 1, and insights into the work ethic he believes in necessary to succeed.In 2010, Partridge took over a Paramus Catholic High School football program that was the 4,250th ranked team in the country. Five years later, after winning a New Jersey state championship and achieving the distinction of being ranked the 4th best team in the country, Partridge left Paramus Catholic to coach in the NCAA. Starting his college coaching career as a recruiting coordinator at the University of Michigan he is currently in his second year as co-defensive coordinator at Ole Miss.VIEW the original webinar recording here.FOLLOW @coachcpartridge here.For more content and conversations to help you build a successful program, visit www.leadingedge.online
"Miss Val" is regarded as one of the most accomplished gymnastics coaches of all-time. During her 28 year stretch as head coach of the UCLA Bruins women’s gymnastics team, Miss Val captured 7 national championships and an amazing 18 PAC-12 championships. Originally recorded as a webinar for Snap! Raise LIVE, this interview covers her deep-rooted philosophy on success, her close relationship with Coach John Wooden, and the important work she thinks is ahead for coaches, educators, and leaders.VIEW the original webinar recording here.FOLLOW Miss Val here.For more content and conversations to help you build a successful program, visit www.leadingedge.online