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BONUS material from the Hey dude! What's up man? Podcast. Coaches Julia Abell and Wendell McCraven share a lesson learned from McCraven's college coach the Hall of Famer Al Carius. The Emotional Water Bottle will help you in your career and that's why we wanted to share it with you. ENJOY!
Here's their original episode description, go over and subscribe to their podcast, you won't regret it: Every wonder why you feel like things are going well in training and then "all the sudden" you are tired and drained? That is the classic 3 week catch up combined with The Emotional Water Bottle Theory. Listen to this week's episode to find out what these two things are!๐ Explore Our Library: Dive into nearly 300 episodes featuring insights from coaching legends such as Boo Schexnayder and Dan Pfaff, Diljeet Taylor (BYU) and Beth Alford-Sullivan, as well as superstar coaches Petros Kyprianou (Illinois) and Althea Thomas (Vanderbilt) and many more! Find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and more for your listening pleasure.
๐ฒ Stay Connected: Want to get in touch with our host, Mike Cunningham? Follow him on Twitter (@MikeCunningham), shoot him an email at [email protected], or send a text to 217-898-3038. We love hearing from our listeners! ๐ง๐
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In this episode of the Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections podcast, we sit down with the dynamic Chauntiel Smith-Jones, an assistant track and field coach at Indiana Tech and the owner/founder of Capture Sports Agency. ๐ฆ ๐โโ๏ธ
Chauntiel shares her unique journey from being a basketball-first athlete to discovering a passion for track in high school and how that led to her dual career in sports agency and coaching. We dive into the challenges she faced starting her own agency, the role of faith and mentorship in her success, and how she balances both coaching and being a sports agent. ๐ผ๐
Tune in as Chauntiel offers invaluable insights into the world of NIL, building an athleteโs brand, and what it really takes to succeed in the competitive world of sports management. Whether youโre a track coach, an aspiring sports agent, or simply interested in a fresh perspective on the business of sports, this episode is a must-listen! ๐งโจ
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Navigating a male-dominated industry as a female sports agent ๐
Building Capture Sports Agency from the ground up ๐ฑ
How coaching and agency work intersect ๐ค
Mental health and athlete support ๐ง ๐ช
Stay tuned and get ready for a masterclass in sports management and coaching from one of the rising stars in the industry! ๐๏ธ๐ฅ
๐ Explore Our Library: Dive into over 250 episodes featuring insights from coaching legends such as Boo Schexnayder and Dan Pfaff, Diljeet Taylor (BYU) and Beth Alford-Sullivan, as well as superstar coaches Petros Kyprianou (Illinois) and Althea Thomas (Vanderbilt) and many more! Find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and more for your listening pleasure.
๐ฒ Stay Connected: Want to get in touch with our host, Mike Cunningham? Follow him on Twitter (@MikeCunningham), shoot him an email at [email protected], or send a text to 217-898-3038. We love hearing from our listeners! ๐ง๐
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When Hawgs Fly is the podcast for Sports Hawgs sports journals (www.SportsHawgs.com). We met at the Texas High School Coaches Association where National Business Development Manager Mike Cunningham was serving as the Track and Field host emcee. They invited Mike on to discuss sports in general, but you know he couldn't help himself to talk up track and field coaches.
Enjoy this episode of the When Hawgs Fly podcast and hear Mike talk about concussions, multi-sport athletes, and of course Track and Field Coaches.
๐ Explore Our Library: Dive into over 250 episodes featuring insights from coaching legends such as Boo Schexnayder and Dan Pfaff, Diljeet Taylor (BYU) and Beth Alford-Sullivan, as well as superstar coaches Petros Kyprianou (Illinois) and Althea Thomas (Vanderbilt) and many more! Find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and more for your listening pleasure.
๐ฒ Stay Connected: Want to get in touch with our host, Mike Cunningham? Follow him on Twitter (@MikeCunningham), shoot him an email at [email protected], or send a text to 217-898-3038. We love hearing from our listeners! ๐ง๐
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From High Jump to High Performance: A Conversation with Brendan Wilkins ๐
Join us as we sit down with Brendan Wilkins, Assistant Track & Field Coach at Quinnipiac University, to explore his unique journey from athlete to coach. Brendan shares the pivotal moments that shaped his career, including how his mentor, Ethan Brown, introduced him to the life-changing book The Upside of Stress by Dr. Kelly McGonigalโa book Brendan says "changed the direction of my career." Hear about Brendan's passion for helping athletes not only improve their physical performance but also their mindset toward stress, transforming challenges into opportunities. ๐
Tune in for insights on athlete development, the power of mentorship, and the emotional highs and lows of coaching. Whether youโre an athlete, coach, or sports enthusiast, this episode is packed with valuable lessons on resilience and growth. ๐
๐ Explore Our Library: Dive into over 250 episodes featuring insights from coaching legends such as Boo Schexnayder and Dan Pfaff, Diljeet Taylor (BYU) and Beth Alford-Sullivan, as well as superstar coaches Petros Kyprianou (Illinois) and Althea Thomas (Vanderbilt) and many more! Find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and more for your listening pleasure.
๐ฒ Stay Connected: Want to get in touch with our host, Mike Cunningham? Follow him on Twitter (@MikeCunningham), shoot him an email at [email protected], or send a text to 217-898-3038. We love hearing from our listeners! ๐ง๐
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We welcome Joe Lee, head coach of Bullis School, back to the Gill podcast to discuss his experience at the Paris24 Olympic Games. Joe is the coach of 400m runner Quincy Wilson. This is his third time on the podcast, be sure to go back and listen to his first episode where we learn his journey in this great profession and his second episode where we discuss the Olympic Trials and his qualifying for the Olympic Games.
This week Joe sits down to talk about the process of physically going to the Games (travel, schedule, practice and more) and walks us through the decision making and controversy of the Mixed 4x400m relay and the men's 4x400m relay. Joe doesn't hold back as he shares his insights into how they learned Quincy wouldn't be running the Mixed 4x400m relay, the consequences of that decision, and the mental state of athlete and coach as they prepared for a potential leg on the men's 4x400m relay event.
You've heard the stories and the rumors on social media now hear it directly from the coach of the high school national record holder in the 400m dash and the youngest member of the men's Olympic track team ever as he gives us an inside peak into his experience at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.
๐ Explore Our Library: Dive into nearly 300 episodes featuring insights from coaching legends such as Boo Schexnayder and Dan Pfaff, Diljeet Taylor (BYU) and Beth Alford-Sullivan, as well as superstar coaches Petros Kyprianou (Illinois) and Althea Thomas (Vanderbilt) and many more! Find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and more for your listening pleasure.
๐ฒ Stay Connected: Want to get in touch with our host, Mike Cunningham? Follow him on Twitter (@MikeCunningham), shoot him an email at [email protected], or send a text to 217-898-3038. We love hearing from our listeners! ๐ง๐
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In this special solo episode of the Gill Athletics Connections Podcast, host Mike Cunningham shifts gears to shine a well-deserved spotlight on the often-unsung heroes of track and field: the coaches. Join Mike as he pays tribute to the incredible coaches who guided their athletes to Gold, Silver, and Bronze medals at the 2024 Paris Olympics. From sprints to jumps, throws to distance events, this episode is dedicated to honoring the individuals behind the scenes who helped shape Olympic dreams into reality. Tune in for a heartfelt celebration of servant leadership, dedication, and the coaching excellence that fuels the worldโs greatest athletes.
Whether you're a coach, athlete, or fan of the sport, this episode is a reminder of the pivotal role coaches play in every Olympic performance.
๐ Explore Our Library: Dive into over 250 episodes featuring insights from coaching legends such as Boo Schexnayder and Dan Pfaff, Diljeet Taylor (BYU) and Beth Alford-Sullivan, as well as superstar coaches Petros Kyprianou (Illinois) and Althea Thomas (Vanderbilt) and many more! Find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and more for your listening pleasure.
๐ฒ Stay Connected: Want to get in touch with our host, Mike Cunningham? Follow him on Twitter (@MikeCunningham), shoot him an email at [email protected], or send a text to 217-898-3038. We love hearing from our listeners! ๐ง๐
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In this episode of the Gill Athletics Connections Podcast, we dive deep into the incredible journey of Brett Halter, head coach of the University of Missouri Track & Field team ๐ฏ. From his unexpected start in coachingโafter being asked by former Missouri head coach Dr. Rick McGuire, "You want to be a throws coach?"โto leading a powerhouse program, Halter's story is filled with insights and surprises.
Discover how a distance runner became a world-class throws coach, hear his thoughts on the SEC's ever-evolving challenges, and learn about his approach to building not just athletes, but leaders. We also explore some behind-the-scenes moments with standout athletes like Christian Cantwell and Karissa Schweitzer, and discuss the future of Missouri's track and field program with its new world-class facilities.
Coach Halter shares wisdom on coaching philosophy, program development, and the values that drive him and his team toward success. Whether you're a coach, athlete, or track and field enthusiast, this episode is packed with valuable lessons and inspiring stories. ๐โโ๏ธ๐ฅ
๐ Explore Our Library: Dive into over 250 episodes featuring insights from coaching legends such as Boo Schexnayder and Dan Pfaff, Diljeet Taylor (BYU) and Beth Alford-Sullivan, as well as superstar coaches Petros Kyprianou (Illinois) and Althea Thomas (Vanderbilt) and many more! Find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and more for your listening pleasure.
๐ฒ Stay Connected: Want to get in touch with our host, Mike Cunningham? Follow him on Twitter (@MikeCunningham), shoot him an email at [email protected], or send a text to 217-898-3038. We love hearing from our listeners! ๐ง๐
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๐๏ธ "Right on the Edge of Disaster" with Mike Schofield, Olympic Throws Coach
In this episode of the Gill Athletics Connections podcast, we travel to New Zealand to chat with Mike Schofield, the man behind Maddison-Lee Wescheโs journey to a silver medal in shot put at the Paris 2024 Olympics ๐ฅ. Mike shares his unique coaching philosophy, forged from his non-traditional path into athletics after a start in golf. He opens up about the lessons learned in performance development, and how curiosity and pushing boundaries shape his coaching style.
Mike talks about the importance of being comfortable with failure in the pursuit of excellence, offering insight through his powerful quote: "Right on the edge of disaster is where exceptional happens." ๐
Join us as we explore his journey from weightlifting and strength coaching to guiding one of the worldโs top athletes in track and field! ๐ #ThrowsCoach #TrackAndField #OlympicJourney #CoachingWisdom
๐ Explore Our Library: Dive into over 250 episodes featuring insights from coaching legends such as Boo Schexnayder and Dan Pfaff, Diljeet Taylor (BYU) and Beth Alford-Sullivan, as well as superstar coaches Petros Kyprianou (Illinois) and Althea Thomas (Vanderbilt) and many more! Find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and more for your listening pleasure.
๐ฒ Stay Connected: Want to get in touch with our host, Mike Cunningham? Follow him on Twitter (@MikeCunningham), shoot him an email at [email protected], or send a text to 217-898-3038. We love hearing from our listeners! ๐ง๐
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๐๏ธ Stepping Out of the Comfort Zone with Coach Cale Korbelik ๐ฆ ๐ง
In this weekโs episode, we welcome Cale Korbelik, head coach of the University of Mary track and field team! ๐โโ๏ธ๐โโ๏ธ From leading a massive roster of over 100 athletes to bringing in a whopping 48 newcomers this season, Cale shares his insights on managing a dynamic team, fostering leadership, and cultivating a winning culture at one of the top programs in the country. ๐
We also dive into Caleโs personal journey โ from his graduate assistant days to landing his first full-time coaching job. He reflects on some powerful advice from his mentor, Toby Schwarz (head coach at Whitworth University):
"If you stay here, you wonโt get out of your comfort zone." ๐ง ๐ฅ
Discover how Cale has embraced stepping outside of that comfort zone, navigating the challenges of building a successful program, and continuously growing both as a coach and leader. Whether you're a coach, athlete, or track and field enthusiast, this episode is packed with inspiration and practical wisdom! ๐ก
Tune in now for a deep dive into the world of collegiate coaching, the importance of mentorship, and how staying out of the comfort zone is the key to success! ๐๐ฅ
๐ Explore Our Library: Dive into over 250 episodes featuring insights from coaching legends such as Boo Schexnayder and Dan Pfaff, Diljeet Taylor (BYU) and Beth Alford-Sullivan, as well as superstar coaches Petros Kyprianou (Illinois) and Althea Thomas (Vanderbilt) and many more! Find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and more for your listening pleasure.
๐ฒ Stay Connected: Want to get in touch with our host, Mike Cunningham? Follow him on Twitter (@MikeCunningham), shoot him an email at [email protected], or send a text to 217-898-3038. We love hearing from our listeners! ๐ง๐
๐ง Available wherever you listen to podcasts! #TrackAndField #CoachingJourney #UniversityOfMary #CoachKorbelik #StepOutOfYourComfortZone
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๐๏ธ Episode 277: Mastering the Path to Success with Cornellโs Adrian Durant ๐๏ธ
In this powerful episode of the Gill Athletics Connections Podcast, we sit down with the incredible Adrian Durant, Head Coach of Cornell Universityโs menโs track and field team. ๐ Adrian shares his inspiring journey from the Virgin Islands to the Ivy League, breaking down how he has mastered the art of coaching and leadership at one of the most prestigious universities in the world. ๐โจ
Adrian discusses his career, which began with a personal mission at 12 years old to make the Olympics. Along the way, he discovered a passion for coaching that led him to navigate a path filled with challenges and triumphs. From walking on at the University of South Carolina to becoming a head coach in just three years, Adrianโs story is packed with lessons on resilience, growth, and leadership.
One standout moment is when Adrian reflects on his development as a coach: "I built competence and that built confidence." ๐ช๐พ This episode is full of wisdom for both aspiring coaches and athletes alike.
Youโll hear about the unique dynamics of coaching in the Ivy League, the value of humility and confrontation in leadership, and the importance of building a supportive team culture. ๐ Plus, you wonโt want to miss Adrianโs plans for Cornellโs final indoor Heps at Barton Hall โ an event that promises to be legendary! ๐ฅ
Join us as we dive deep into Adrian Durantโs world and learn what it truly takes to build a winning team, on and off the track. ๐ง๐
๐ง Tune in now on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube! Donโt forget to check out Adrianโs own podcast, The Home Stretch, for more golden insights from the world of elite track and field. ๐
๐ Explore Our Library: Dive into over 250 episodes featuring insights from coaching legends such as Boo Schexnayder and Dan Pfaff, Diljeet Taylor (BYU) and Beth Alford-Sullivan, as well as superstar coaches Petros Kyprianou (Illinois) and Althea Thomas (Vanderbilt) and many more! Find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and more for your listening pleasure.
๐ฒ Stay Connected: Want to get in touch with our host, Mike Cunningham? Follow him on Twitter (@MikeCunningham), shoot him an email at [email protected], or send a text to 217-898-3038. We love hearing from our listeners! ๐ง๐
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๐๏ธ From Baseball Dreams to Hammer Dreams: Justin Potterโs Coaching Journey at Mount Olive ๐
In this episode of the Gill Athletics Connections Podcast, we sit down with Justin Potter, throws coach at the University of Mount Olive. Justin shares his unique journey, from playing baseball and football to discovering track and field in college. With a career that began as a graduate assistant at Lynchburg, Justin has navigated the challenges of coaching with wisdom passed down from his mentor Doug Thomsey, who famously said, โItโs your baby, figure it out.โ Justin talks about how this philosophy empowered him to take ownership of his coaching journey, embrace responsibility, and develop a keen eye for detail in the technical aspects of throwing.
Tune in to hear how Justin balances the demands of recruiting, developing athletes, and the pursuit of excellence at Mount Olive. This conversation is packed with insights on coaching patience, growth, and building a lasting legacy in the world of track and field.
๐ง Listen now and learn how to "figure it out" with Justin Potter as we explore his path from athlete to mentor!
๐ Explore Our Library: Dive into over 250 episodes featuring insights from coaching legends such as Boo Schexnayder and Dan Pfaff, Diljeet Taylor (BYU) and Beth Alford-Sullivan, as well as superstar coaches Petros Kyprianou (Illinois) and Althea Thomas (Vanderbilt) and many more! Find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and more for your listening pleasure.
๐ฒ Stay Connected: Want to get in touch with our host, Mike Cunningham? Follow him on Twitter (@MikeCunningham), shoot him an email at [email protected], or send a text to 217-898-3038. We love hearing from our listeners! ๐ง๐
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๐๏ธFrom Grenada to Greatness: Alleyne Franciqueโs Remarkable Journey
In this captivating episode of the Gill Athletics Connections Podcast, host Mike Cunningham welcomes Alleyne Francique, whose journey from the grass tracks of Grenada ๐ฌ๐ฉ to global track and field greatness is filled with inspiring moments and life lessons.
Alleyne shares how his passion for track and field began in Grenada, where he ran barefoot, clocking a stunning 47.3 in the 400 meters ๐โโ๏ธ๐จ. He also recounts the hilarious story of being offered a โfull rideโ to Essex County Community Collegeโthinking he was getting a car ๐, not realizing it meant a scholarship!
A pivotal figure in Alleyne's career is legendary coach Pat Henry, who played a crucial role both as his college coach at LSU and later as his mentor when Pat hired Alleyne as an assistant coach at Texas A&M. Coach Henry's trust, guidance, and unwavering belief in Alleyne not only shaped his career as an athlete but also instilled the confidence that helped Alleyne become the successful coach he is today. ๐ผ๐ค
Alleyne's coaching journey has seen him mentor elite athletes to success at the U.S. Olympic Trials, guiding champions in events ranging from the 100m to the 800m. He discusses his unique approach to coaching, the lessons learned from Coach Henry, and the mission that drives him to push the limits of track and field. ๐
He also shares insights into his work with Fred Kerley, guiding the sprint sensation from the 400m to the 100m with remarkable results. Alleyne's story is one of humility, resilience, and dedication to his craft, and it's sure to inspire athletes and coaches alike. ๐
๐ง **Tune in now to hear Alleyne Franciqueโs incredible journey and how Coach Pat Henry's influence helped him rise to the top!**
๐ Explore Our Library: Dive into over 250 episodes featuring insights from coaching legends such as Boo Schexnayder and Dan Pfaff, Diljeet Taylor (BYU) and Beth Alford-Sullivan, as well as superstar coaches Petros Kyprianou (Illinois) and Althea Thomas (Vanderbilt) and many more! Find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and more for your listening pleasure.
๐ฒ Stay Connected: Want to get in touch with our host, Mike Cunningham? Follow him on Twitter (@MikeCunningham), shoot him an email at [email protected], or send a text to 217-898-3038. We love hearing from our listeners! ๐ง๐
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