Today’s guest is former WNBA player and first round pick Kelley Cain. Kelley shares her story of winning four state championships in high school as a USA Today, McDonalds, and Parade All American. Her high school success led her to a great college career as a Tennessee Volunteer under legendary coach Pat Summit. Kelley shares insights from her journey including how being a soccer goalie during her early years benefitted her basketball, how she had to have some difficult conversations with her da...
Nov 16, 2023•37 min•Ep. 45
In recognition of Veterans Day, our guest this week is ESPN/Sirius XM college basketball analyst Chris Spatola. Chris was a 4 yr starter on ARMY’s basketball team, who upon graduation from West Point, served our country as an Army officer from 2002 - 2007. As the son of a coach, Chris shares his youth/high school sports story, how he achieved his dream of playing D1 ball, what he learned as an assistant coach at Duke University, and some interesting perspective from being the son-in-law of Coach...
Nov 08, 2023•43 min•Ep. 44
The guys talk to young athletes and parents about what it takes to set and achieve big sports goals, including when and how to set goals, how to work towards your goal, whether grit can be developed, how parents should respond when kids aren't working hard enough, and much more.
Nov 02, 2023•54 min•Ep. 43
The guys talk to 2023 Open Champion and U.S. Ryder Cup player Brian Harman. Brian shares his youth sports story that surprisingly began with a love of baseball that ultimately led to his college golf days at UGA. He also shares his Ryder Cup experience, how he’s worked at controlling his emotions on the course, and so much more.
Oct 25, 2023•36 min•Ep. 42
The guys spend time with U.S. women’s soccer Hall of Famer Julie Foudy, winner of two Olympic Gold Medals and two World Cup Championships. Julie shares her sports story from youth sports to a long, decorated soccer career, and also discusses her thoughts as a women’s sports advocate, as the founder of a girls sports leadership academy, and as a real sports mom to a teenage boy and girl.
Oct 19, 2023•45 min•Ep. 41
The guys talk a little playoff baseball before welcoming 9-yr NFL running back Danny Woodhead to the show. Danny shares his inspiring story of grit and belief, overcoming the naysayers in high school, college, and all the way to the NFL.
Oct 12, 2023•50 min•Ep. 40
The guys talk to former MLB player Brandon Guyer, who is a mental performance coach with the Los Angeles Angels and the University of Virginia Baseball team, among others. Brandon shares his expertise and tools to help young athletes develop a strong mindset and mental approach to their sport and to life.
Oct 05, 2023•36 min•Ep. 39
Jeff, Britt, and Brad discuss comments and questions sent in by listeners, covering topics such as year-round sports, specialization, discovering your kids’ passion, keeping sports fun, and much more.
Sep 28, 2023•37 min•Ep. 38
The guys sit down with 15-year MLB veteran and manager of Team USA in the 2023 World Baseball Classic, Mark DeRosa. They discuss family, friends, and what it was like to play multiple sports at an Ivy League University!
Sep 21, 2023•49 min•Ep. 37
In today's episode, the guys talk with one of ESPN’s most popular personalities and co-host of the Marty and McGee show, Marty Smith.
Sep 13, 2023•55 min•Ep. 36
Los Angeles Chargers star running back Austin Ekeler sits down with the guys this week. They talk all things youth sports, from youth football practices leading all the way to his NFL debut. He even convinces everyone why we should draft him in fantasy leagues this season!
Sep 07, 2023•56 min•Ep. 35
Britt and Brad sit down with 7-year NFL Quarterback and 2017 Super Bowl Champion with the Philadelphia Eagles, Carson Wentz. They discuss his North Dakota youth sports journey, including his high school and college football successes, along with his foundation, Audience of One.
Aug 31, 2023•49 min•Ep. 34
The guys sit down with well-known sports dietician and Founder of Eleat Sports Nutrition, Angie Asche. They cover a wide array of topics, including healthy habits for athletes, fueling through food, what to eat on a long tournament day, the best ways to hydrate, and more.
Aug 24, 2023•48 min•Ep. 33
We hear from 2x National Champion and 3x College Football Coach of the Year, Clemson Head Football Coach Dabo Swinney in our Season 2 Premiere. Coach Swinney talks about his youth sports journey, parenting his own kids, and his unique approach to coaching in the current state of college football.
Aug 17, 2023•50 min•Ep. 32
On our final episode of Season 1, the guy recap some of the most important moments, address some key questions from members of our audience, and share a sneak peek into Season 2.
Jul 13, 2023•36 min•Ep. 31
In our 30th episode, the guys talk with Super Bowl champion and 14 year NFL kicker Ryan Succop. Ryan shares his youth sports story as a soccer, baseball, and basketball player, as well as insights on handling pressure, what made Tom Brady such a great teammate, and so much more.
Jul 06, 2023•36 min•Ep. 30
The guys talk to Duke basketball legend and 14 yr NBA player Shane Battier. Shane shares his youth sports story becoming Michigan’s Mr Basketball, his unique college recruiting approach, how he became known as one of the best defenders and teammates in basketball, his on-court battles with Kobe Bryant, and other important insights to help young athletes, parents, and coaches.
Jun 21, 2023•45 min•Ep. 29
The guys have a an engaging conversation with Atlanta Braves legend and MLB Hall of Famer Chipper Jones, one of the best and smartest hitters of all time. Chipper shares his youth sports story and great insights for young athletes and hitters of all levels.
Jun 08, 2023•44 min•Ep. 28
The guys have a great conversation about Sportsmanship in Youth Sports, discussing what Sportsmanship is (and isn’t), why it matters, and how parents and coaches teach it to young athletes.
Jun 01, 2023•32 min•Ep. 27
The guys have a great conversation with Olympic swimmer Cullen Jones, winner of two Gold and two Silver medals. Cullen is the first African-American swimmer to hold a world record, and is a very positive, insightful athlete with an inspiring story and some great insights around pursuing your passion, leveraging sports to prepare for life, handling pressure, and so much more. Don’t miss this episode.
May 25, 2023•43 min•Ep. 26
The guys talk talk to sports and performance science expert, Dr. Mark Kovacs, who works with numerous pro athletes and teams and is the former Director of the Gatorade Sports Science Institute. Mark shares important and relevant information on strength and conditioning, nutrition, hydration, injury prevention and other topics to help young athletes maximize performance in the healthiest way possible.
May 17, 2023•54 min•Ep. 25
The guys talk to SEC network analyst and New Orleans Saints pro bowl and super bowl champ safety Roman Harper. Roman shares his youth sports story growing up in Prattville, Alabama to the University of Alabama, as well as insights he learned along the way to a stellar NFL career with the Saints and Carolina Panthers.
May 05, 2023•58 min•Ep. 24
This episode features ESPN pro football analyst and 12-yr NFL quarterback Dan Orlovsky. Dan shares his youth sports journey to UConn and the NFL, along with great insights he learned along the way and is applying as a sports dad to his four kids.
Apr 27, 2023•43 min•Ep. 23
The guys talk to Hall of Fame pitcher Tom Glavine, whose youth sports story includes being drafted in the MLB and NHL the same week. In addition, Tom shares great insights from his travel ball playing days in baseball and hockey, as well as from his days as a sports parent and coach.
Apr 18, 2023•55 min•Ep. 22
From her high school soccer team to 2x World Cup champion and 2x Olympic Gold Medalist, soccer legend Carli Lloyd joins us to talk all things youth sports - from her own story to advice for coaches and young athletes.
Mar 23, 2023•44 min•Ep. 21
“What age should my kid begin to specialize in a sport?” “How do I best coach a team with a wide array of skill levels?” “How do I use lessons in sports to teach lessons in life?” In our 20th episode, these, among others, are some of the questions the guys team up to answer in our first ever Pure Athlete Mailbag!
Mar 16, 2023•48 min•Ep. 20
The guys talk to Hall of Fame pitcher and MLB broadcaster John Smoltz. In addition to sharing his youth sports story, Smoltzie shares great insights for young athletes, parents, and coaches, as well as valuable baseball-specific advice for young pitchers.
Mar 09, 2023•50 min•Ep. 19
Our guest is well-known sports psychologist and mental wellness expert Dr. Armando González. Dr. Mondo works with numerous pro athletes such as Dansby Swanson, Lindsey Vonn, Charles Goodwin, Mallory Pugh, among others. Our discussion with him explores the cultural challenges our young people are facing, and he shares great insights and thoughts for young athletes, parents, and coaches to help maximize mental performance and prioritize overall mental wellness.
Mar 02, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 18
The guys interview Rowdy Gaines, a 3x Olympic gold medalist, 11x world record holder, 8x NCAA Champion, International swimming hall-of-famer, and sports media’s “voice of swimming” for the last 30 years. In this episode, Rowdy recalls his youth sports experiences; from being cut from high school sports teams to standing on the Olympic podium.
Feb 23, 2023•44 min•Ep. 17
NBA shooting great Dell Curry, father to Steph, Seth, and Sydel, shares stories from his own playing days, as well as parenting insights learned from helping his kids navigate their own journeys in sports and in life.
Feb 09, 2023•46 min•Ep. 16
