In this particular episode, you will learn: How recruiting and training has changed over the years Alison's inspiration for writing her latest book; The Elusive Full Ride Scholarship What to expect as a student-athlete during the Covid-19 pandemic Alison's take on the proposed split-season in college soccer Getting to know you: Alison's favorite
In this particular episode, you will learn: What Nina means when she speaks of the "corporate athlete" How she dealt with injury while training to be an Olympic athlete We get into Nina's book, This is NOT 'The End': Strategies to Get Through the Worst Chapters of Your Life. How student-athletes can
In this particular episode, you will learn: What message Coach Hines has for those in, or entering the recruiting process What he means by the 'power of why' How faith plays a roll in his daily life His take on whether coaching has changed over the years His message of positivity and motivation
The Essential Piece of the Puzzle (and how it almost did not happen) July 9, 2015 By Chris LeGates, Tackling College Sports Co-Host By now, we all have heard many stories about athletes who have initially failed at one time or another and then have achieved greatness. Mark and I enjoyed our recent interview with
It’s in the Preparation June 22, 2015 By Chris LeGates, TCS Co-Host In our most recent Tackling College Sports Podcast 009, Mark and I interviewed legendary rowing coach Steve Gladstone. I can listen to coaches talk forever, regardless of the sport, there is always something said that sticks with you, something that you
In session 008, we speak with Tom Stebbins, Head Coach for the UCLA Women’s Diving Team. In this particular episode you will learn: Tom’s background as a diver and how he got into coaching What he looks for when recruiting student-athletes How he feels about the constant connection to
Session 007 features an interview with Dan Gaspar, Assistant Coach Iranian National Soccer Team. In this particular episode, you will learn: How Dan's journey has taken him from player to coaching around the world Dan's take on the current state of soccer in the U.S. What it was like meeting one of
Session #6 features an interview with Brian Reynolds MS., CSCS, and owner of Thunder Sports & Fitness. In this particular session you will learn: At what age, a student-athlete can begin strength training Sports specificity The importance of rest Brian's 'big message' Common injuries Brian's superpower wish Why strength and conditioning starts from the
Session #4 features Pat Hade of Social Media Athlete. Pat sits in with Mark and Chris to discuss social media as it pertains to student-athletes. In this particular session you will learn: Real-life examples of how social media has negatively impacted coaches and student-athletes What Pat means about establishing your 'brand' How private
Session 003 features an interview with Sam Lopes, Providence College, Head Coach - Women's Soccer. In this particular episode you will learn: How Sam determines what type of player would be a fit for his program What type of commitment it takes to be a division I athlete Sam's take on the