This episode feels like 3 friends sitting down, taking a trip down memory lane. While we talk about our own sports careers, Doug also lays out what the current sports tourism industry means for building a new generation of young athletes. Doug’s career journey highlights the importance of feedback, the vital role of effective communication,…

Former college athlete and strength coach David Kitchen, aka “Kitch,” discusses his transition from being a college strength and conditioning coach to focusing on his leadership consulting business. Kitch shares his personal journey, his challenges, and the decision to step away from coaching. Kitch emphasizes the importance of building relationships with players, understanding their motivations,…

Kevin DeShazo on social media will undoubtedly encourage you, equip you, and give you insights on leadership. As Kevin talks about in this episode, he has been diving into mindset and the power of how your mind can go to work for you. Kevin’s work as founder of Better has taken him to some of…

What happens when you take one of the winningest Division 2 men’s basketball programs, promote your assistant coach to head coach to replace a retiring legend, and move to Division 1 all in the same off-season. In the case of Queens University men’s basketball, you accomplish a lot. The dedication, and the focus of Coach…

From middle school principal to college basketball coach, Coach Tim Taylor’s experiences shape how he leads the women’s basketball program at the US Naval Academy. Coach Taylor brings key lessons that have shaped his approach to leadership and discusses the importance of focusing on the process rather than just the results. Coach Taylor also addresses…

Ryan’s journey took a turn when a career-ending injury shattered his dreams of playing professional baseball. But instead of giving up, he pivoted and started a financial planning firm specializing in helping professional athletes with their financial challenges. Now, he’s extending his expertise to college student-athletes, focusing on building their personal brand and translating their…

Picture this: you’re a leader navigating the ever-changing world of college athletics. How do you set down roots in a community and build a successful program? Coach Sean O’Regan, head women’s basketball coach at James Madison University, has the answer. In this episode, Coach Regan shares his unique journey and the importance of having the…