Send us a text Grace Dafoe of the Canadian National Skeleton team spent 15 years as a figure skater before making the move to skeleton racing. In just three short years, Grace won her first race on her home track (North America's Cup). In this episode, Grace Dafoe takes you behind the scenes and discusses her path to being on the Canadian National Skeleton team. From figure skater to skeleton racing Winning the North America's Cup Mental preparation Learning to be a sprinter Strength training Th...
Jan 19, 2022•39 min•Season 1Ep. 37
Send us a text In this episode, I take a look back at the past 35 shows of season 1. The guests that were interviewed share great stories, provided valuable insight on what made them successful or how they handled failure and the lessons learned through playing and coaching sports. These great guests made a huge impact on me as the host and will do the same for you. Interviews with... High school baseball and football coaches College baseball coaches Professional athletes College athletes Hall o...
Jan 05, 2022•48 min•Season 1Ep. 36
Send us a text The University of Cincinnati football team has nothing to lose going into the College Football Playoffs. They will the first non Power 5 school to participate in the playoffs. Cayson Pfeiffer is the starting long snapper for the Bearcats and he takes you inside the preparation for their upcoming semi-final game with the top seeded Alabama Crimson Tide. The decision to become a long snapper Playing for the most sought after college football coach Luke Fickell Preparing for Alabama ...
Dec 22, 2021•25 min•Season 1Ep. 35
Send us a text During the winter month's, baseball players migrate to indoor athletic facilities to find ways to improve as a baseball player. Pitchers are in search of ways to throw harder, develop a better off-speed pitch and improve their chances of playing at the collegiate level. I sit down with former college pitchers, Mitchell Bault and Conor Crotty their path to being to collegiate baseball players and how they teach younger athletes the art of pitching. What it takes to separate yoursel...
Dec 08, 2021•42 min•Season 1Ep. 34
Send us a text The Game - two words that, to most, are just words. To mean everything to two of the most loyal football fan bases in America. Those two fan bases are The Ohio State University and the University of Michigan. Former Ohio State Buckeye football player, Tyvis Powell, takes you inside the best rivalry in sports. How the coaches prepare Buckeyes for the best rivalry in sports The skirmish in the tunnel before the game The story behind why Michigan went for two with the game on the lin...
Nov 25, 2021•27 min•Season 1Ep. 33
Send us a text Paul Mainieri was born to be a college baseball coach. He grew up in the dugout watching his dad (Demie) and his hall of fame career at Miami Dade Jr College. They are the only father- son combo in the American Baseball Coaches Association Coaches Hall of Fame. Coach Paul Mainieri's 39 year hall of fame career ended at powerhouse LSU and included stops at St Thomas University, The Air Force Academy and the University of Notre Dame. Coach Mainieri joins the Athlete 1 Podcast to dis...
Nov 17, 2021•45 min•Season 1Ep. 32
Send us a text Jerry Snodgrass has been a servant leader his whole career. It started as an athlete and throughout his extraordinary professional career as a teacher, coach, athletic director and as the Executive Director of the Ohio High School Athletic Association. Jerry Snodgrass takes you behind the scenes and discusses The conversation with Ohio Governor Mike DeWine about stopping sports during the COVID-19 pandemic The effects of AAU, club and travel sports on high school athletics Mental ...
Nov 03, 2021•45 min•Season 1Ep. 31
Send us a text Ohio Hall of Fame Head Baseball Coach Tom Held joins the Athlete 1 Podcast and shares his approach to success. He believes every high school in the country has a player that can throw 90 mph. Defiance, Ohio is a small town in northwest Ohio that has produced 20 players in the last 20 years that eclipsed the 90 mph barrier. Coach Tom Held has over 700 wins, 3 state championships and 9 of his players who were drafted by the MLB. We discuss the secret to his incredible run taking pla...
Oct 20, 2021•52 min•Season 1Ep. 30
Send us a text Despite being a gifted athlete, Drew Dosch understood the decisions he would make throughout his baseball career would be crucial to to his success. Those decisions lead to all-state awards, D1 scholarship, being drafted in the 7th round, and returning home to be the coach at his alma mater. An unbreakable Father-Son bond Being a great teammate Relationships and relying on the guy next to you A devastating injury 2 weeks before the MLB draft Playing in front of your hometown fans ...
Oct 06, 2021•44 min•Season 1Ep. 29
Send us a text The senior writer at Sports Illustrated Chris Ballard shares the incredible true David and Goliath story about the small town of Macon, Illinois in 1971, a hippie high school baseball coach, hometown heroes and an inspirational season that may never happen again. If you liked the classic basketball movie Hoosiers, you will want to hear this podcast. One of America's top sports writers, Chris Ballard joins the Athlete 1 Podcast host Ken Carpenter and discusses his book - One Shot A...
Sep 22, 2021•26 min•Season 1Ep. 28
Send us a text The Korean War and arm trouble ended Lou Brunswick's dream of playing professional baseball. He turned to coaching baseball. His story of a 35 year hall of fame coaching career, state championships and sons who followed in his footsteps as players and coaches. That's only half of the story. Experiencing racism in the south while playing in the Chicago Cubs organization State Championships with your sons on the team Sons (Tom, Mark and Jeff) - Playing for dad and the impact they ma...
Sep 08, 2021•33 min•Season 1Ep. 27
Send us a text After growing up on a farm in central Ohio, Tim Saunders decided to do the opposite of what his friends did after high school. Most chose good paying jobs, while he went to college in pursuit of his dream. Forty years later, Tim Saunders retires with a resume that most baseball coaches dream about. A hall of fame high school baseball coach at the state and national level, 17 years coaching for USA Baseball, a state championship and life lessons learned as a baseball coach. Making ...
Aug 25, 2021•42 min•Season 1Ep. 26
Send us a text In this enlightening episode of Baseball Coaches Unplugged, we welcome Mike Deegan, the accomplished Head Coach at Denison University. Mike shares his inspiring journey from starting his career in sales at Coca-Cola to becoming a successful baseball coach at Marietta and now Denison University1. Mike delves into his growth as a leader, reflecting on the mentors who have shaped his coaching philosophy, including influential figures like Brian Brewer and Tim Corbin. He discusses the...
Aug 11, 2021•34 min•Season 1Ep. 25
Send us a text As a 3 sport standout at Lima Shawnee High School (OH), Brad Komminsk was a D1 recruit in football and baseball. He turned down U of Michigan football and signed as the 4th overall pick in the 1979 Major League Baseball Draft with the Atlanta Braves. We go behind the scenes and discuss his time as a MLB player and minor league manager. If you love great stories about Hall of Famers like Bob Gibson, Cal Ripken and many more. This is the podcast for you. Being the 4th overall pick i...
Jul 28, 2021•38 min•Season 1Ep. 24
Send us a text Two lifelong friends ( Mike Yinger - Buckeye Valley High School Athletic Director/CDBCA Hall of Fame Baseball Coach and Brad Schneider - HR Consultant, Business Coach and School Board Member at Big Walnut High School) join the Athlete 1 Podcast to discuss a unique way to help student/athletes and coaches when it comes to difficult conversations. THE DISCUSSION ZONE Empowering the student/athlete Getting everyone on the same page *Check us out on Twitter and Instagram @athlete1podc...
Jul 14, 2021•28 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Send us a text Today, I sit down with two Ohio high school head coaches Chris Huesman and Don Schone. Combined, they have over 50 years in the dugout. We discuss the first full season after COVID-19, the state of travel baseball and what makes America's game so much fun to coach. 1st season after a pandemic State of summer travel baseball from a high school coaches perspective Why playing a tough schedule and good coaches are important * Follow us @Athlete1Podcast on all social media platforms S...
Jul 01, 2021•44 min•Season 1Ep. 22
Send us a text Bluffton University Head Baseball Coach James Grandey has experienced the highs and lows of college athletics as a player and a coach. Check out how he continues to build the Beaver baseball program after dealing with a tragic bus accident that took the lives of 5 of his players in just his 4th season at the helm. All Ohio Athletic Conference in football and baseball Tragic bus accident that took the lives of 5 of his players Playing to honor the players who lost their life Buildi...
Jun 10, 2021•34 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Send us a text Chris Jones grew up in a small town of Moundsville, West Virginia. It runs along the Ohio River. The Ohio Valley is a hotbed for producing professional athletes. At John Marshall High School, Chris was one of the top pitchers in the area. Then Ohio State baseball assistant, Joe Carbone stopped by to see him pitch 3 innings before heading to see his intended recruiting target. When Coach Carbone returned to campus, he let Head Coach Dick Finn know he found his pitcher. It wasn't th...
May 26, 2021•29 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Send us a text Living without regrets. Pete Shier was drafted out of Hilliard Davidson High School by the Baltimore Orioles. He looks back on career and what it took to overcome a devastating injury just 9 games into his first season. Ohio State scholarship or signing with the Baltimore Orioles Dealing with a major injury Meeting Cal Ripken Jr. in the hospital Trying to work your way up through the minor leagues *Follow the show @Athlete1Podcast on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook Support the sho...
May 19, 2021•35 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Send us a text As an undersized high school baseball player who didn't pitch, Jeff Letourneau joined the U.S. Army and two years later decides to try-out for division 1 powerhouse Florida State University. After a bullpen session and hitting 90mph on the radar gun his dream of pitching at the professional level takes off. Jeff shares his unlikely rollercoaster path to playing professional baseball. You can't be afraid to dream. From the Army to try-out with Florida State Going from D1 - JUCO - D...
May 12, 2021•41 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Send us a text From Cincinnati to Columbus and back to Cincinnati! Ohio State punter Drue Chrisman signs with his hometown Cincinnati Bengals. After a stellar career for the Buckeyes, Drue sits down with the Athlete 1 Podcast to discuss his path to the National Football League. Being the #1 punting prospect in the nation (Cincinnati La Salle High School) Meeting the high expectations of Urban Meyer and Ryan Day Beating Michigan and Clemson Getting the call from the Cincinnati Bengals Support the...
May 05, 2021•23 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Send us a text Utica High School Head Baseball Coach Michael Sandman on the field as a player and coach has been successful. Now he has set his sights on his battling and defeating a lung cancer diagnosis. His response to the devastating news is inspiring. Coach Sandman shares his story and how his family, players, coaches and community rally around him. His positive approach is why he is returning to the dugout much sooner than expected. All-Ohio Pitcher From Utica High School to Ball State Uni...
Apr 28, 2021•33 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Send us a text Coach JJ Stoner went from playing D1 baseball straight into the coaching ranks. His experiences from D1, NAIA, summer college and high school has helped him become a valued leader in the dugout. The role of a captain NAIA college world series Lifetime memories on an Indian reservation LSU fans cheering for a player from the opposing team Support the show Follow: Twitter | Instagram @Athlete1Podcast Website - https://www.athlete1.net Sponsor : The Netting Professionals https://www....
Apr 21, 2021•34 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Send us a text Matt Lattig was a very successful high school baseball head coach who chose to step down. He came back to the game as an assistant and makes a huge impact on players, the program and community. From college pitcher to assistant coach Stepping down as a head coach of a successful program Returning as an assistant Check your ego at the door Being a sounding board for players Support the show Follow: Twitter | Instagram @Athlete1Podcast Website - https://www.athlete1.net Sponsor : Th...
Apr 07, 2021•37 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Send us a text Jeremy Sheetinger (Head Baseball Coach at Georgia Gwinett College) joins host Ken Carpenter on the Athlete 1 Podcast ! Coach Sheets holds nothing back when discussing his passion for the game of baseball. Why Georgia Gwinett College How a little league coach and baseball impacted his life Challenging Yourself Handling adversity How Bout That Ride In #DugoutChatter Podcast @Athlete1Podcast = Instagram/Twitter/Facebook Support the show Follow: Twitter | Instagram @Athlete1Podcast We...
Mar 31, 2021•53 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Send us a text Don Schone breaks down how he's adapted his style over the years as the Head Baseball Coach at Watkins Memorial High School (OH). He shares his thoughts about his time in the world of high school baseball. Showing improvement Getting involved in the state coaches association Coaching a 1st round MLB draft pick Mental toughness Preparing players for life after baseball Support the show Follow: Twitter | Instagram @Athlete1Podcast Website - https://www.athlete1.net Sponsor : The Net...
Mar 24, 2021•38 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Send us a text On this episode, I sit down with Ohio Wesleyan Head Baseball Coach Tyler Mott to discuss what it takes to be successful. Coach Mott shares his thoughts on a variety of topics. Branch Rickey and Jackie Robinson Being a D3 All-American player Becoming the head coach at your alma mater Importance of high school coaches What it takes to be a starter Support the show Follow: Twitter | Instagram @Athlete1Podcast Website - https://www.athlete1.net Sponsor : The Netting Professionals http...
Mar 17, 2021•36 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Send us a text Olentangy Orange Head Baseball Coach Tom Marker is a student of the game. Always learning lessons and not afraid to lean on his assistant coaches and players. Get out your notebook. Steubenville, Ohio influence Leaning on assistant coaches Tough conversations with players HC Tim Corbin and the Vandy camps Body language Great stories Support the show Follow: Twitter | Instagram @Athlete1Podcast Website - https://www.athlete1.net Sponsor : The Netting Professionals https://www.netti...
Mar 10, 2021•34 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Send us a text Scott Manahan (President - National High School Baseball Coaches Association) Joins the Athlete 1 Podcast for an in depth discussion about his 33 years as high school baseball coach. How he became a high school baseball coach Travel Baseball Parents Funny stories about coaches and umpires Never having a losing season What it took to win a state championship Experiencing Back Pain? Click the link below! http://carp9.listenbody.hop.clickbank.net/?tid= Support the show Follow: Twitte...
Mar 03, 2021•42 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Send us a text After a stellar baseball career at the University of Dayton, Aaron Huesman made the decision to step away from corporate America and join the elite U.S. Army Rangers! Want To Work From Home ENTRE Nation is the premiere online community of entrepreneurs. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show Follow: Twitter | Instagram @Athlete1Podcast Website - https://www.athlete1.net Sponsor : ...
Feb 24, 2021•25 min•Season 1Ep. 8
