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Walk Like A Champion PodcastSeasons of Life | Trevor Foshey | Michigan Assistant CoachSEASON 2 FINAL EPISODE!
Trevor Foshey is finishing his 2nd year at the University of Michigan. Prior to that, Trevor spent 4 years as the Associate Head Coach at Liberty. As a player, he helped Mississippi State reach #5 in the nation and was the 7th ranked doubles playing in the country. Trevor put his name in the history books by clinching the 2018 SEC Tournament title in a 3rd set tiebreaker.
You will hear in this episode:
What Trevor did during college when his life hit rock bottom
Trevor shares how to build competitiveness in athletes
The im...
2025-04-2144 minWalk Like A Champion PodcastMade for More | Kazuki Matsuno | Pepperdine Assistant CoachSEASON 2 EPISODE 5!!
Kaz Matsuno is in his first semester serving as the assistant coach at Pepperdine. Prior to that, Kaz helped his alma mater reach new heights as an assistant coach, reaching an all-time high of #15 in the country. As a player at MSU, Kaz reached as high as #36 in the ITA rankings.
You will hear in this episode:
How during Covid, a zoom Athletes in Action meeting changed the course of his life
Kaz’s reflections on why he began a relationship with Jesus
The best premarital advice he’s been given
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2025-04-1442 minWalk Like A Champion PodcastJoy in the Process | Austin Rapp | Clemson Assistant CoachEPISODE 4!!
Austin Rapp has served as the assistant coach at Clemson since 2022. Prior to that, Austin was the Volunteer Assistant with Texas for 2 years. Austin competed for UCLA from 2015-2018, earning All-American status in 2018 after making the semifinals at the NCAA Tournament. He continued on the pro tour reaching 672 in Singles; 328 in doubles.
Austin is known around the country for his joy and diligence as a coach, but in this episode you will hear:
How he turned to God during his time in Austin
the difference between a high achieving team culture and struggling...
2025-04-0734 minWalk Like A Champion PodcastBecoming Fearless | Jeri Stewart | Columbus State Assistant CoachJeri Stewart is the assistant coach at Columbus State. Prior to that, Jeri coached at Point University where she played an instrumental role in the team reaching a number 2 ranking in the NAIA. Before entering college coaching, Jeri ran a successful junior academy in Columbus, Georgia.
In this conversation, you will hear about:
Jeri shared with me the prayer she prayed as she left college tennis during her time at UGA
Her mindset as a female coach in a male dominated industry
How to grow in your prayer life.
And much, much more!!
This is...
2025-03-3144 minWalk Like A Champion PodcastDeath to Self, Pride to the Side | Grey Hamilton | Baylor Assistant CoachEPISODE 2
Grey Hamilton is in his 2nd year as the assistant tennis coach at Baylor. Prior to that, Grey spent 3 years as the Volunteer Assistant at SMU. Grey played 4 years at Ole Miss where he helped the Rebels to four-straight NCAA tournament appearances and a spot in the Sweet 16 in 2018.
In this episode:
- What happened to drastically change his life while playing on the Futures tour
- The one thing his junior coach did for him everyday since he was 12 that when Grey found out, it had a massive impact on...
2025-03-2451 minWalk Like A Champion PodcastGenuine Joy and Deep Sadness | Jason Kerst | Notre Dame Assistant CoachSEASON 2 HERE WE GO!
Jason Kerst has served as the Assistant Women’s Tennis Coach at Notre Dame since 2023. Prior to that Jason worked in fundraising and was the volunteer assistant at Virginia Tech and at South Carolina while he completed his MBA. Jason competed for the University of Iowa, graduating in 2021 and was the recipient of the ITA Regional Arthur Ashe Leadership Award.
In this conversation, you will hear about:
His deep love of tennis and how he became a Christ-follower
What an Iowa campus staffer did that stood out t...
2025-03-1742 min
The Christian Coach PodcastHow do you know when a season is coming to an end?Chad, Gian and Jim talk about lessons they've learned from hosting the podcast as well as the reasons why they are stepping away from it now.
THANK YOU to all guests, listeners and supporters that have followed us since 2020. It's been a blast!
Always remember...the mission field is right where you are at!
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2024-04-3024 minThe Christian Coach PodcastJon Gordon | Best-Selling Author and Speaker (Replay)Our guest today requires no introduction!!
Jon Gordon's best-selling books and talks have inspired readers and audiences around the world.
His principles have been put to the test by numerous Fortune 500 companies, professional and college sports teams, school districts, hospitals, and non-profits.
He is the author of 26 books including 12 best sellers and 5 children’s books.
His clients include The Los Angeles Dodgers, Campbell’s Soup, Dell, Publix, Southwest Airlines, Miami Heat, The Los Angeles Rams, Snapchat, Truist Bank, Clemson Football, Northwestern Mutual, West Point Academy and more.
In this conv...
2024-04-2333 minThe Christian Coach PodcastSherri Coale - Hall of Famer Basketball Coach and Author (Replay)Sherri Kay Coale is a retired college basketball coach. She was the head coach of the University of Oklahoma Sooners women's basketball team for 25 years, from 1996 to 2021. Coale was inducted into the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame in 2016.
She's also the author of "Rooted to Rise."
In this conversation with Gian, Sherri talks about:
Making the jump from High School straight to Power 5 basketball
The importance of community
"Wrestling with pigs"
And much more...
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2024-04-1637 minThe Christian Coach PodcastNeal Young - Head Coach | Ohio Northern University (Replay)Our guest today is Neal Young.He is in his second season as the head men's basketball coach at Ohio Northern in 2023-24.
In this conversation with Jim, he discusses:
Why excellence matters
Reminders when transitioning jobs
His program mantra of "Live, Last, Hunt Lions"
The dangers of comparison
And much more!
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Jesus Loves You Ball exists to equip multiplying disciples to utilize the platform of sports to share the love of Jesus.
They utilize a digital resource connected through a QR code on high quality soccer balls that...
2024-04-0935 minWalk Like A Champion PodcastHealing. Vision. Power. | Lee Taylor Walker | TCU Head CoachLee Walker has served as the Head Women’s Tennis Coach at TCU since 2014 where his team reached a high of #14 in the country. Prior to this, he spent 7 years as the Head Coach at Memphis and 5 years as their assistant coach. Lee competed for Memphis where he was ranked as high as number 12 in the country in doubles and is in the Memphis Club Hall of Fame.
In this conversation, you are going to hear about:
His struggles as a college athlete and where he turned in his lowest moment
How as a D1 coach he...
2024-04-0845 minWalk Like A Champion PodcastA New Heart | Mark Booras | Tulane Head CoachMark is the Head Men’s Coach at Tulane where in 2008, he was tasked with rebuilding a program that was discontinued for four years as a result of Hurricane Katrina. Since then, Mark has orchestrated the program’s improbable return to national prominence as a top-25 team in the country. Before that, Mark spent 10 years as an Assistant and then Associate HC at LSU. Mark was a top 20 player at West Virginia and went on to reach 267 in the world in doubles.
Mark is known around the country for his joy and the way he treats people. But...
2024-04-0148 minThe Christian Coach PodcastCindy White - Program Director at Baylor University/Truett Seminary’s Faith and Sports Institute (Replay)Cindy White serves as the Program Director at Baylor University/Truett Seminary’s Faith and Sports Institute and is motivated to help young people aspire to true greatness in their sports and life.
She also is an adjunct professor at Truett Seminary and facilitates ministry in Baylor Athletics. In addition, Cindy is co-leading the effort to expand Truett's Sports Ministry Program to online and modular education for practitioners in sports.
Cindy grew up in Akron, Ohio, in a family of nine where she played volleyball, basketball, and softball competitively. She went on to earn All-American ho...
2024-03-2637 minWalk Like A Champion PodcastBuilding a Team | Nathan Thompson | Princeton Assistant CoachSUBSCRIBE NOW
EPISODE 6
Nathan is in his 1st season as the Assistant Women’s Tennis Coach at Princeton. Nathan competed on the pro tour from 2005-2010 reaching a career high of number 356. Before that, he was an NCAA All-American at Clemson. Nathan also has had coaching stops at Clemson and D2 Southern Wesleyan along with working at the Junior Tennis Champions Center where he worked with players like Mitchell Frank and Francis Tiafoe.
In this conversation with Chad, you will hear:
What Nathan learned from his time playing for the legendary Chuck Kr...
2024-03-2547 minWalk Like A Champion PodcastSearching for Peace | Derek Schwandt | Liberty Head CoachDerek is in his 7th year as the Head Coach at Liberty. He led the team to a number 39 national team ranking in 2021 and won the inaugural 2023 Universal Tennis NIT Title.
Before that, he spent five seasons as the Assistant Coach at Georgia Tech where he was instrumental in recruiting and developing Chris Eubanks who recently reached 31 in the world after making the quarterfinals last year at Wimbledon. Derek also had coaching stops at Fresno State and the University of Virginia.
Derek is nationally known for being strategic, a master problem solver, and a developer...
2024-03-1839 minWalk Like A Champion PodcastFrom Cancer to Coach | Matt Hill | Arizona State Head CoachIn 2016, Matt took on the task to reinstate Arizona State’s Men’s Tennis team where he quickly brought them back to national prominence. Prior to that, Matt spent 4 seasons as the Head Coach at South Florida where his team reached as high as #13 in the nation. He’s also had coaching stops at Mississippi State and Alabama.
Matt is known around the country for being a strong leader, innovator, and visionary. But in this conversation with Chad, you are going to hear:
How Matt’s faith has shaped who he is and the way he coaches
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2024-03-1136 minWalk Like A Champion PodcastIntegrating F.A.M.I.L.Y. | Shelley Jaudon | Kentucky Head CoachShelley is in her 1st season as the Head Coach at the University of Kentucky. Prior to that, Shelley had 9 years as a Division 1 Head Coach with the last 5 being at James Madison where she led her team to a national tournament berth in 2021. She has also coached at Middle Tennessee State, Michigan State, and Alabama where she was 3-time team captain.
In this episode with Chad, you will hear:
How she is building the FAMILY team culture at Kentucky
What it's like to be a mom and a Power 5 Head Coach
How she responded to...
2024-03-0438 minWalk Like A Champion PodcastInfluencing Through Your Passion & Platform | Jamie Hunt | Georgia Associate Head CoachJamie Hunt is in his 7th season as the Associate Head Men's Tennis Coach at the University of Georgia. Prior to that Jamie spent 7 years as the Associate Head Coach at Vanderbilt.
Jamie is the only player in history to win the Easter Bowl Doubles title in the 14s, 16s, and 18s and he rose to as high as #2 in the ITF Junior doubles rankings. He was an All-American at the University of Georgia and was on the National Championship teams in 2007 and 2008.
Jamie shares about:
How his faith was impacted by AIA while...
2024-02-2630 minThe Christian Coach PodcastTom Rees - Associate Head Coach | Clemson University (Walk Like a Champion Podcast)Big Announcement! Chad is starting a new podcast, Walk Like a Champion!
In this first episode, he interviews, Tom Rees!
Tom Rees is the Associate Head Tennis Coach at Clemson University. In this episode, he shares with Chad about his journey from England to the US, his calling into coaching, how one tragic day in February of 2021 changed his life forever, and much, much more!
Listen to our 8 episode podcast series to hear elite level college tennis coaches share their story so you can be encouraged to take YOUR NEXT STEP in y...
2024-02-2340 minWalk Like A Champion PodcastOne Day Has The Power To Change Every Other | Tom Rees | Clemson Associate Head CoachEPISODE 1
Tom Rees is the Associate Head Tennis Coach at Clemson University. In this episode, he shares with Chad about his journey from England to the US, his calling into coaching, how one tragic day in February of 2021 changed his life forever, and much much more!
Listen to our 8 episode podcast series to hear elite level college tennis coaches share their story so you can be encouraged to take YOUR NEXT STEP in your faith journey.
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2024-02-1940 minThe Christian Coach PodcastJeff Clark - Associate Head Coach | Indiana Wesleyan Basketball (Replay)Jeff Clark (@IWUHoops), has been the Associate Head Coach at Indiana Wesleyan Basketball for over a decade, winning 3 NAIA National Championships!!
Chad had a chance to sit down with Coach Clark and discuss:
IWU's "I am Third" philosophy
The issues of comparing yourself to others in the profession
His intentionality when praying for his players
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2024-02-1332 minWalk Like A Champion PodcastSeason 1 TrailerPODCAST LAUNCHING!
Learn from champions who are walking like THE Champion! Podcast is launching next week, and we will release an episode every Sunday night for the next 8 weeks!
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2024-02-1202 minThe Christian Coach PodcastValentine's Day Special | February RoundtableJim Good is on a month-long Valentine's Day vacation, so Chad and Gian have a great time talking about Valentines Day and relationship tips!
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They utilize a digital resource connected through a QR code on high quality soccer balls that contain videos, Bible verses, and other interactive options which make it easy to communicate the Gospel in 112 languages. "Sport has the power to change t...
2024-02-0610 minThe Christian Coach PodcastRitchie McKay - Head Coach | Liberty University Men’s Basketball (Replay)Ritchie McKay (@LibertyMBB_) is the Head Men's Basketball Coach for the Liberty Flames.
In this interview with Gian, Coach McKay goes in depth into:
His journey to Liberty;
What it takes to keep Christ at the center of our lives;
Pursuit over Perfection;
What he looks for in his recruits;
And much more!
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Chad, Gian, and Jim were all sports coaches at all different levels and institutions.
Now, they are joining forces to serve coaches through conversations so they can lead like Jesus.
They will have conversations with...
2024-01-3023 minThe Christian Coach PodcastTodd Gongwer | Lead...for God’s Sake (Replay)Todd Gongwer (@ToddGongwer) is a Husband, Father, Entrepreneur and former College Coach who is passionate about helping others discover their purpose in leadership and in life! His book, "LEAD...for God's Sake" has impacted thousands of coaches and leaders around the world, including Gian and Chad!
In this episode, Gian had the chance to talk with Todd about:
His professional journey
The importance of surrounding yourself with people who support you
The effects of social media, music and tv in the life of teens
How to balance home life with work life
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2024-01-2342 minThe Christian Coach PodcastKevin Washington - Director of Player Development | Texas Longhorns Football (Replay)Kevin Washington (@kevwash630) serves as the Director of Player Development for the University of Texas Longhorns Football. In this conversation with Chad, Kevin shares:
His definition of a Christian Coach
Sharing the gospel with big crowds
The role of parables in getting his message across to players
And, even some marital advice
If you want to know more about Kevin and his work, his website is theperformancepeace.com
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Chad, Gian, and Jim were all sports coaches at all different levels and institutions.
Now, they are joining forces to serve coaches through conversations so they can lead...
2024-01-1630 minThe Christian Coach PodcastHappy New Year from The Christian Coach PodcastTune in to hear updates from what's coming up in 2024!
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Chad, Gian, and Jim were all sports coaches at all different levels and institutions.
Now, they are joining forces to serve coaches through conversations so they can lead like Jesus.
They will have conversations with influential Christian coaches who are making an impact in their teams and communities in the name of Christ.
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2024-01-0205 minThe Christian Coach PodcastJeremy Pryor - Co-Founder | Family TeamsJeremy leads Team Pryor and lives as a family team on a mission in the city
of Cincinnati. Jeremy had an epiphany over two decades ago, realizing that the way we do family in the West is mostly a failed experiment, and the scriptures are calling us back to a bigger and better design. Since then we have been impacting families in the greater Ohio region for years through various projects and resources.
In this episode, Chad and Jeremy talk about:
+ What a family is and how we in the west have go...
2023-12-2641 minThe Christian Coach PodcastChad Keller - Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach | Embry Riddle UniversityChad Keller is the Assistant Men's Basketball Coach at Embry Riddle University in Daytona Beach, Florida.
In this conversation with Jim, Chad talks about:
"Getting" to go to work
Making it big time wherever you are at
The ERAU Culture: "The Package"
The gift of cancer and learning to let go
And much more!
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Chad, Gian, and Jim were all sports coaches at all different levels and institutions.
Now, they are joining forces to serve coaches through conversations so they can lead like Jesus.
They will have conversations w...
2023-12-1934 minThe Christian Coach PodcastAddison Bevere - Author of Words with GodAddison Bevere is a writer, poet, and minister. He has authored or coauthored multiple books, including Words with God: Trading Boring, Empty Prayer for Real Connection, Saints: Becoming More Than “Christians” and The Holy Spirit: An Introduction.
The majority of the time, you can find Addison in Nashville with the love of his life, Juli, and their four children. Addison is also the COO of Messenger International, a discipleship organization that impacts millions of people in virtually every country, a cofounder of SonsAndDaughters.tv, and the firstborn son of authors and speakers, John and Lisa Bevere.
In...
2023-12-1237 minThe Christian Coach PodcastDecember 2023 Roundtable | Seasons of Rest and WorkDecember is a time where a lot of seasons are in hiatus while some are just getting started!
Chad, Gian and Jim talk about how to handle the different seasons of our sports as well as our lives.
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Chad, Gian, and Jim were all sports coaches at all different levels and institutions.
Now, they are joining forces to serve coaches through conversations so they can lead like Jesus.
They will have conversations with influential Christian coaches who are making an impact in their teams and communities in the...
2023-12-0516 minThe Christian Coach PodcastTim Cole - Baseball Director | Athletes in ActionTim, a native of Mulvane Kansas, was the head baseball coach at Hesston College from 2018-2020. Tim was previously at Southern Nazarene University as an Assistant Coach 2012-2018 (Was the Catcher and Outfield coach from 2012-2014. Was then the Pitching Coach and one of the Recruiting Coordinators from 2014-2018).
Tim was also the head baseball coach for the OKC Ambassadors in the summer of 2018, during that time they won 3 tournaments and went 32-17. In the Summer of 2017 Tim was the pitching coach for the USA International Athletes In Action College Team that went to Panama and Guatemala with...
2023-11-2840 minThe Christian Coach PodcastEmily Dinsmore - Head Field Hockey Coach | Appalachian StateEmily Dinsmore just finished her 1st season as App State's Field Hockey Head Coach.
It was an incredible season in the High Country in Coach Dinsmore's first season at the helm. The team rattled off the third-longest winning streak in program history, tied the mark for most wins in a season with 14 and won the MAC regular season championship for the first time ever.
In this conversation with Gian, she talks about:
Lessons from being a first-time Head Coach
God's grace in coaching
Biggest struggle in sports
and much more...
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2023-11-2127 minThe Christian Coach PodcastBryan Greenlee - FAU Men’s Basketball PlayerBryan Greenlee is a Senior basketball player for the FAU Owls.
He helped the Owls reach the Division 1 Final Four in the Spring of 2023!!
In this conversation with Jim, Bryan talks about:
His testimony and what it means to be a Christian Athlete
Memories of the '22-'23 Final Four Season
FAU's mantra of "Serve & Compete"
Looking to "Bury & Build"
The qualities of a great staff
And much more...
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Chad, Gian, and Jim were all sports coaches at all different levels and institutions.
Now, they are joining forces...
2023-11-1431 minThe Christian Coach PodcastWhat is it like to be a College Athlete in 2023?This month, Nathan Karseno joins Chad and Jim at the roundtable. Nathan is a current student-athlete at Lubbock Christian University and he shared with the group how it is to be a student-athlete in today's world!
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Chad, Gian, and Jim were all sports coaches at all different levels and institutions.
Now, they are joining forces to serve coaches through conversations so they can lead like Jesus.
They will have conversations with influential Christian coaches who are making an impact in their teams and communities in the name of Christ.
2023-11-0720 minThe Christian Coach PodcastJared Benko - Athletic Director | Georgia Southern UniversityJared Benko is the Athletic Director for Georgia Southern University since 2020.
In this conversation with Chad, he talks about:
3 ways he prepared to be an AD
living boldly and authentic
and much much more!!
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Chad, Gian, and Jim were all sports coaches at all different levels and institutions.
Now, they are joining forces to serve coaches through conversations so they can lead like Jesus.
They will have conversations with influential Christian coaches who are making an impact in their teams and communities in the name of...
2023-10-2441 minThe Christian Coach PodcastJohn Mollura - From Rocket Scientist to Award Winning Photographer to CoachJohn Mollura is a professional speaker and men's performance coach who went from being a literal rocket scientist to a multi-award-winning heart-centered portrait photographer.
He educates and empowers his keynote audiences to turn down the volume of Imposter Syndrome and provides coaching for men to help them stop the endless cycle of “what ifs” and become men of authentic action.
His website: https://johnmollura.com/
In this conversation with Gian, John talks about:
How he ended up working for NASA
How to deal with imposter syndrome
How to master job transition
And much...
2023-10-1735 minThe Christian Coach PodcastNeal Young - Head Coach | Ohio Northern UniversityOur guest today is Neal Young.He is in his second season as the head men's basketball coach at Ohio Northern in 2023-24.
In this conversation with Jim, he discusses:
Why excellence matters
Reminders when transitioning jobs
His program mantra of "Live, Last, Hunt Lions"
The dangers of comparison
And much more!
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Chad, Gian, and Jim were all sports coaches at all different levels and institutions.
Now, they are joining forces to serve coaches through conversations so they can lead like Jesus.
They will have c...
2023-10-1032 minThe Christian Coach PodcastOctober 2023 Roundtable | Bible Studies and Memorials for ChristThis month is just Gian and Jim, because Chad and his wife, Emily just welcomed their 4th child intro the world, Kate!
Gian and Jim catch up on the last month and share a few things that have been on their heart recently.
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Chad, Gian, and Jim were all sports coaches at all different levels and institutions.
Now, they are joining forces to serve coaches through conversations so they can lead like Jesus.
They will have conversations with influential Christian coaches who are making an impact in their...
2023-10-0314 minThe Christian Coach PodcastTravis Wyckoff - Founder | Kingdom CoachingOur guest today is Travis Wyckoff, founder of Kingdom Coaching, a consulting business for coaches to help provide the tools, strategies, and skills you need to transform how you lead yourself, lead others, and win in all areas.
He also hosts the podcast called Coaching DNA.
Previously, he coached college baseball for 11 years and spent six years leading on a church staff.
Learn more about Travis: https://kingdomcoachingtw.com
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Chad, Gian, and Jim were all sports coaches at all different levels and institutions.
Now, they are...
2023-09-2637 minThe Christian Coach PodcastNicole Aucoin - CrossFit Coach and Entrepreneur | CrossFit HSN and Healthy Steps NutritionNicole Aucoin is the founder of Healthy Steps Nutrition, CrossFit HSN, and HSN Mentoring. The Healthy Steps Nutrition team has trained over 4,500 gym owners and coaches to deliver a professional nutrition coaching program, which has helped over 50,000 people worldwide make health a way of life.
Nicole also hosts two podcasts; Nutrition Made Simple and Grow Your Nutrition Business.
In this conversation with Gian, she talkes about:
How she incorporates her faith into all of her work
Her morning routines
The benefits of a combination of good diet and exercise
And so much more!
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2023-09-1936 minThe Christian Coach PodcastPat Estepp - Head Coach | Cedarville University Men’s BasketballPat Estepp has been the men’s basketball head coach at Cedarville University since the 2008-09 campaign.
He has guided his alma mater to six 20-win seasons, six national tournament appearances, and a pair of NCCAA Championships.
In this conversation with Jim, Coach Estepp talks about:
- Seeing the game as an act of worship;
- The platform sports gives us
- Team’s missions trip to Israel
And much more!
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Chad, Gian, and Jim were all sports coaches at all different levels and...
2023-09-1234 minThe Christian Coach PodcastSeason 4 Kick-Off - September 2023 Roundtable DiscussionSeason 4 is upon us!! Chad, Gian and Jim use this first episode to catch up on what has happened with them and their families since our last episode of Season 3 in early summer!!
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Chad, Gian, and Jim were all sports coaches at all different levels and institutions.
Now, they are joining forces to serve coaches through conversations so they can lead like Jesus.
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2023-09-0522 minThe Christian Coach PodcastGreg Smith - Head Volleyball Coach | Cedarville UniversityGreg Smith has been the Head Volleyball Coach for the Lady Jackets since 2018.
In this conversation with Chad, Greg talks about:
The journey to get to a spot of "wins and losses don't define me."
Overcoming a health battle
Making honor calls
And much more...
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Chad, Gian, and Jim were all sports coaches at all different levels and institutions. Now, they are joining forces to serve coaches through conversations so they can lead like Jesus. They will have conversations with influential Christian coaches who are making an impact in their teams and communities i...
2023-05-1643 minThe Christian Coach PodcastDan Christensen - Regional Recruiting Coordinator | Tudor Collegiate StrategiesDan Christensen is the Regional Recruiting Coordinator for Tudor Collegiate Strategies. He is also a former college coach!
In this conversation with Chad, Dan talks about:
New trends in college recruiting
The one thing you HAVE TO focus on in recruiting
What platforms should coaches be on
And much more...
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Chad, Gian, and Jim were all sports coaches at all different levels and institutions. Now, they are joining forces to serve coaches through conversations so they can lead like Jesus. They will have conversations with influential Christian coaches who are making an impact i...
2023-04-2537 minThe Christian Coach PodcastEric Nelson - Athletes in Action VP of Catalytic MinistriesEric Nelson is the AIA Vice President of Catalytic Ministries.
In this conversation with Chad, Eric talks about:
The process of becoming a transformational leader
How a “Bullpen” can help a coach stay spiritually strong
Utilizing an unlimited amount of 30-second timeouts
And much more...
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Chad, Gian, and Jim were all sports coaches at all different levels and institutions. Now, they are joining forces to serve coaches through conversations so they can lead like Jesus. They will have conversations with influential Christian coaches who are making an impact in their teams and communities in the...
2023-03-2829 minThe Christian Coach PodcastMarch 2023 Roundtable Discussion - March Madness and much moreMarch is for March Madness!! So for the entire month of March, we will interview basketball coaches and leaders!
But in this episode Gian, Jim and Chad talk about:
March Madness Memories
Top 4 books, podcasts and TV Shows for Coaches
and much more!
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Chad, Gian, and Jim were all sports coaches at all different levels and institutions. Now, they are joining forces to serve coaches through conversations so they can lead like Jesus. They will have conversations with influential Christian coaches who are making an impact in their teams and communities in the...
2023-03-0726 minThe Christian Coach PodcastKurt Sovine - Associate Superintendent for Church Multiplication for CMA MidwestKurt Sovine is the Associate Superintendent for Church Multiplication CMA Midwest.
In this conversation with Chad, Kurt discusses:
What does forgiveness look like in marriage?
Building programs vs. building a culture
How to know if you should marry?
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Chad, Gian, and Jim were all sports coaches at all different levels and institutions. Now, they are joining forces to serve coaches through conversations so they can lead like Jesus. They will have conversations with influential Christian coaches who are making an impact in their teams and communities in the nam...
2023-02-2139 minThe Christian Coach PodcastSpecial Episode - Roundtable Discussion on Understanding Relationship Seasons (Valentine’s Day)Since February is Valentine's Day Season, Chad, Gian, and Jim changed up the format and had a good discussion about understanding relationship seasons in the coaching world!
Seasons discussed:
Singleness
Married
Married with Kids
Single again. Married Again.
Single Parents
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Chad, Gian, and Jim were all sports coaches at all different levels and institutions. Now, they are joining forces to serve coaches through conversations so they can lead like Jesus. They will have conversations with influential Christian coaches who are making an impact in their teams and communities in the name of Christ.
2023-02-0739 minThe Christian Coach PodcastCindy White - Program Director at Baylor University/Truett Seminary’s Faith and Sports InstituteCindy White serves as the Program Director at Baylor University/Truett Seminary’s Faith and Sports Institute and is motivated to help young people aspire to true greatness in their sports and life.
She also is an adjunct professor at Truett Seminary and facilitates ministry in Baylor Athletics. In addition, Cindy is co-leading the effort to expand Truett's Sports Ministry Program to online and modular education for practitioners in sports.
Cindy grew up in Akron, Ohio, in a family of nine where she played volleyball, basketball, and softball competitively. She went on to earn All-American ho...
2023-01-2439 minThe Christian Coach PodcastBrad McCarty - Messiah University Men’s Soccer CoachThe 2022 season was Brad McCarty's 13th season (14th) year as the head coach of the Messiah men's soccer team. McCarty took over the program prior to the 2009 season but served as an assistant in the program for eight years prior to taking over the head coaching role. Before coming back to Messiah men's soccer program as an assistant in 2001, McCarty served as head men's soccer coach at Hesston College (1994-1999), head women's soccer coach at Erskine College (2000), and the Messiah men's junior varsity coach (1993).
In this conversation with Chad, Brad discusses:
- The "M...
2023-01-1042 minThe Christian Coach PodcastRandy Jackson - Head Football Coach, North Forney High SchoolSign up for the What What Wednesday Newsletter!
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Randy Jackson is the Head Football Coach at North Forney High School. He's also a speaker and author.
His website
In this conversation with Gian, he discusses:
Finding the right job fit for your life/skills
How to use stories to get your point across
Why the Christian Coach is an important person in the community
Extra Question: How HS coaches can help in the recruiting process (The Christian Coach Community Only)
And much more!!!
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2022-02-1529 minThe Christian Coach PodcastJake Myers - Head Strength and Conditioning Coach, St. Francis UniversitySign up for the What What Wednesday Newsletter!
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Jake Myers is the Head S&C Coach at St. Francis University.
In this conversation with Gian, he discusses:
The 3 pillars of his coaching philosophy
Coaching philosophy = life philosophy
Why he chose the field of Strength and Conditioning
Extra Question: Parenting tips for new parents (The Christian Coach Community Only)
And much more!!!
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2022-02-0828 minThe Christian Coach PodcastChance Joost -Tennis Head Coach, William Woods UniversitySign up for the What What Wednesday Newsletter!
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Chance Joost is the Men's and Women's Tennis Head Coach at William Woods University.
In this conversation with Gian, he discusses:
The task of leading players from 13 different countries within his team
How to minister at a non-Christian university
His journey of faith and development as a man
Extra Question: The issue of having our identity in results (The Christian Coach Community Only)
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2022-02-0128 minThe Christian Coach PodcastEmily Dinsmore - Field Hockey Assistant Coach, App StateSign up for the What What Wednesday Newsletter!
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Emily Dinsmore is the Assistant Field Hockey Coach at App State.
In this conversation with Gian, she discusses:
Her faith journey through 2 colleges
Importance of having godly friends
Her experience as a 2-sport athlete at Liberty university
Extra Question: What are the biggest issues female athletes are currently facing (The Christian Coach Community Only)
And much more!!!
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2022-01-2532 minThe Christian Coach PodcastLeo Sayles Pt.2 - VB Head Coach and Author, Grove City CollegeSign up for the What What Wednesday Newsletter!
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Leo Sayles is the volleyball Head Coach at Grove City College as well as an author and speaker.
In this conversation with Gian, he discusses:
His process of writing his second book, Ordering Our Steps 2
What it means to be set apart
Extra Question: Why the best coaches weren't necessarily the best players (The Christian Coach Community Only)
And much more!!!
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2022-01-1826 minThe Christian Coach PodcastDan Britton - Chief Field Officer, FCASign up for the What What Wednesday Newsletter!
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Dan Britton is the Chief Field Officer for FCA.
In this conversation with Gian, he discusses:
The origin of the word "coach"
Letting God pour in
His daily spiritual disciplines
Extra Question: What is the "empty Bible?" (The Christian Coach Community Only)
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2022-01-1131 minThe Christian Coach PodcastMatt Warner - Liberty University PxP Broadcaster, Host and ProducerMatt Warner is the Play by Play Broadcaster at Liberty University. He also hosts and produces The Flames Central Show on ESPN+.
In this conversation with Gian, he discusses:
Authenticity in athletics
How media helps the school fulfill its mission
How to honor God off the field
And much more!!!
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2021-12-2834 minThe Christian Coach PodcastRyan Smith - SAGU Football Head CoachSign up for The Christian Coach Community!! It's a place where you will connect with like-minded coaches of all sports and levels that love Jesus and love people! The profits will be donated to Sports Ministries all around the country!
Link: The Christian Coach Community
When you sign up, you get:
- Chad and Gian's EBOOK
- Watch the video version of the podcast with an extra question to our guests that is not on the mainstream podcast episode
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2021-12-2130 minThe Christian Coach PodcastConnor Smith - Dallas Baptist University Athletic DirectorShow Notes
Connor Smith is the Athletic Director at Dallas Baptist University.
In this conversation with Gian, he discusses:
“Long obedience in the right direction”
Seeing Head Coaches as CEOs of their program
Hiring checklist for Head Coaches
And much more!!!
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2021-12-1431 minThe Christian Coach PodcastKelly Findley - Liberty University Men‘s Soccer Head CoachShow Notes
Kelly Findley is the Liberty University Men's Soccer Head Coach.
In this conversation with Gian, he discusses:
Dynamics of coaching his own son
Coaches as "users or developers" of athletes
Using Christ as a decision filter
Keys to being a great Grad Assistant
And much more!!!
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2021-12-0731 minThe Christian Coach PodcastJim Good - Boca Raton Christian Boy‘s Basketball HC and Assistant ADShow Notes
Jim Good is the Assistant AD and Head Boys’ Basketball Coach at Boca Raton Christian School.
In this conversation with Gian, he discusses:
“Going to bed tired”
Identity in sports
The difference between significance and success
And much more!!!
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2021-11-3029 minThe Christian Coach PodcastRob Krimmel - St. Francis Men‘s Basketball Head CoachShow Notes
Rob Krimmel is the Head Men’s Basketball Coach at St. Francis University.
In this conversation with Gian, he discusses:
The impact St. Francis has in his coaching philosophy
Having multiple religions represented in his roster and staff
What he looks for in assistant coaches
And much more!!!
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2021-11-2327 minThe Christian Coach PodcastRyan McGuyre - Baylor Volleyball Head CoachShow Notes
Ryan McGuyre is the Head Volleyball Coach for the Baylor Bears!
In this conversation with Gian, he discusses:
Learning to be a coach by sitting in the bench
Having peers you can trust along your journey
Dealing with impostor syndrome
And much more!!!
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2021-11-1631 minThe Christian Coach PodcastJodie Karsak - FCA KC Johnson County Area RepresentativeJodie Karsak (@JodieKarsak) is the FCA KC Johnson County Area Rep. Until this past season, she was the Girls' Basketball Head Coach for Derby HS in KS.
In this conversation with Gian, she discusses:
Her list of strategies for sharing the gospel in a public high school
God commanding us to LOVE
Having a character coach as part of her staff
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2021-11-0927 minThe Christian Coach PodcastJay Mills - Former FB Coach, Exec. Director at Pleasant Valley Comm. ChurchJay Mills (@CoachJMills) is a former American college football coach and current pastor, author, and inspiring speaker.
He has spent thirty years coaching college football, thirteen as head coach. Jay served at premier institutions like Notre Dame and Harvard. He was mentored by some of the greatest coaches of our generation, including Lou Holtz, he taught a university course on coaching motivation and received the Mike Campbell Lifetime Achievement award for his distinguished career.
Today Jay is the Executive Director at Pleasant Valley Community Church in Owensboro, KY.
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2021-11-0229 minThe Christian Coach PodcastChad Camper - UT Chattanooga Head Women‘s Tennis CoachChad Camper (@GoMocsWTEN) is the Head Women’s Tennis Coach at UT Chattanooga. In this conversation with Gian, He shares:
How his theology affects his coaching
How he went from High School QB to College tennis player
Ways to share the gospel in a public institution
And much more!
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2021-10-2628 minThe Christian Coach PodcastJeremy Sheetinger - Ga. Gwinnett Baseball Head CoachShow Notes
Jeremy Sheetinger (@CoachSheets3) is the Head Coach for Georgia Gwinnett Baseball. They have recently won the NAIA National Championship!
In this conversation with Gian, he discusses:
The role meditation plays in his program
Why he hugs every single one of his players daily
Vulnerability in coaching
Humility in the life of a coach
And much more...
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2021-10-1932 minThe Christian Coach PodcastSarah O‘Brien - Completing and Competing MinistriesShow Notes
Sarah O'Brien (@S_Obie1) is a former softball coach who just launched her own Sports Ministry, Competing and Completing. She also hosts a podcast of the same name! Link here
In this conversation with Gian, she discusses:
Her personal story of faith
Why she uses the phrase "I so love you!"
Her F.A.M.I.L.Y acronym
And much more!!!
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2021-10-1233 minThe Christian Coach PodcastKurt Hines - Head Football Coach, Coronado High SchoolSign up for The Christian Coach Community!! It's a place where you will connect with like-minded coaches of all sports and levels that love Jesus and love people! The profits will be donated to Sports Ministries all around the country!
Link: The Christian Coach Community
When you sign up, you get:
- Chad and Gian's EBOOK
- Watch the video version of the podcast with an extra question to our guests that is not on the mainstream podcast episode
- Weekly Devotionals
- A community group text fo...
2021-10-0535 minThe Christian Coach PodcastIan McCaw - Liberty University Athletic DirectorSign up for The Christian Coach Community!! It's a place where you will connect with like-minded coaches of all sports and levels that love Jesus and love people! The profits will be donated to Sports Ministries all around the country!
Link: The Christian Coach Community
When you sign up, you get:
- Chad and Gian's EBOOK
- Watch the video version of the podcast with an extra question to our guests that is not on the mainstream podcast episode
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2021-09-2824 minThe Christian Coach PodcastParker Whiteman - Sam Houston State S&C CoachSign up for The Christian Coach Community!! It's a place where you will connect with like-minded coaches of all sports and levels that love Jesus and love people! The profits will be donated to Sports Ministries all around the country!
Link: The Christian Coach Community
When you sign up, you get:
- Chad and Gian's EBOOK
- Watch the video version of the podcast with an extra question to our guests that is not on the mainstream podcast episode
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2021-09-2132 minThe Christian Coach PodcastCori Close - UCLA Women‘s Basketball Head CoachSign up for The Christian Coach Community!! It's a place where you will connect with like-minded coaches of all sports and levels that love Jesus and love people! The profits will be donated to Sports Ministries all around the country!
Link: The Christian Coach Community
When you sign up, you get:
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2021-09-1439 minThe Christian Coach PodcastBonus: Chad interviews Gian about his new book!Our new season starts in September, but in the meantime, Chad interviews Gian about Gian's new book "The Court of Excellence."
It comes out on August 3rd!!!
To buy Gian's book: https://amzn.to/3lhziEq
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2021-08-0333 minThe Christian Coach PodcastLewis Shine - Coaching Consultant and StrategistSurvey Link: https://forms.gle/FWbgJjE9W6hMZCq57
Lewis Shine (@lewisshine) is a speaker, consultant, author and coach. He has an incredible journey that includes playing professional basketball and owning a basketball team!
In this conversation with Gian, Lewis talks about:
- The Spirit of excellence in coaching
- How to develop better bonds with your athletes
- The importance of developing a solid culture within your program
Lewis' website: https://www.lewisshine.com
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2021-04-1329 minThe Christian Coach PodcastRyan Gottier - Director of Sports Management, Univ. of Valley ForgeRyan Gottier, (@runwithendurance_h12.1) is currently the Director of Sports Management for the University of Valley Forge.
He has also had coaching and managing stops at Univ. of Valley Forge, Hannibal-LaGrange and several soccer clubs.
In this conversation with Chad, Ryan talks about:
How he was able to be present in every life stop he's had so far
Taking the time to find out if you are living inside God's will
How he went from not playing college soccer to coaching a nationally ranked team
2021-03-3035 minThe Christian Coach PodcastDr. Paul Putz - Assistant Director of the Faith & Sports Institute at Baylor's Truett SeminaryDr. Paul Putz (@P_Emory) is historian, author, and educator who focuses most of his time thinking about the intersection of sports and Christianity.
In this conversation with Chad, Dr. Putz discusses:
The role of sports in character development
Personality vs. Intentionality
Coaches blind spots
And much more...
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2021-03-2333 minThe Christian Coach PodcastJoel Penner - Head Football Coach, Dordt UniversityJoel Penner (@Coach_Penner) has been the Head Coach for the Dordt Defenders since 2016. He previously was an assistant coach for 15 years.
In this conversation with Chad, Coach Penner talks about:
The one thing he does to get closer to God
The marital benefit of growing in his faith
The difference between being an Assistant Coach and a Head Coach
And much more!!
Below are the links of the two programs Coach Penner discussed during the interview!
Coach For Transformation
Game Changer Christian Sports Summit
Foll...
2021-03-1634 minThe Christian Coach PodcastJason Romano - Author, "The Uniform of Leadership"Jason Romano (@JasonRomano) is an author, speaker, and media professional with over 20 years of broadcasting experience. He is currently the Director of Media for Sports Spectrum.
For 17 years, Jason was an Emmy-Award winning Producer and Senior Manager at ESPN. He has created and produced content for shows such as SportsCenter, Monday Night Football, Mike and Mike in the Morning, Sunday NFL Countdown, College Gameday, MLB’s All Star Game and many more.
In this conversation with Chad, Jason talks about:
How to develop empathy
His morning habits that set him up for a successful da...
2021-03-0939 minThe Christian Coach PodcastPhil Shomo - Mental Skills CoachPhil Shomo (@philshomocoaching) is a Mental Skills Coach who helps competitive athletes turn adversity into advantage by focusing on developing their human skills within the pressurized environment of high-level competition. Before starting a coaching business geared toward the human side of athletes, Phil spent 35 years and over 17,000 hours coaching young people in a variety of arenas to navigate life more effectively. In addition to coaching athletes, Phil also serves as an adjunct instructor at Point University, lives on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, and has been married to the amazing Julie Shomo for the last 32 years.
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2021-03-0239 minThe Christian Coach PodcastDean Jaderston - Head Women's Basketball Coach, Friends UniversityDean Jaderston (@friends_wbb20) is in his 2nd season at the helm of the Women's Basketball program at Friends University in Kansas. Coach Jaderston has over 30 years of experience coaching High School and College players. He is also the executive director of a premier summer Christian family conference called Northern Pines of Minnesota. In this talk with Chad, Coach Jaderston talks about:
The evolution of his coaching manual
The joy of being involved in the lives of former players long after they've graduated
How to instill fearlessness in our kids and players
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2021-01-1938 minThe Christian Coach PodcastBrian Catanella - Author of "Lead with Love" and Head Football Coach of the Moorestown QuakersBrian Catanella (@BrianCatanella) is a businessman, author and youth football coach. In this interview with Chad, he shares:
The four P's that help leaders make a greater impact
What kind of lenses we have to wear when interacting with the world
The importance of connection
Check out his book, "Lead with Love" here!
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2021-01-1530 minThe Christian Coach PodcastJeff Clark - Associate Head Men's Basketball Coach, Indiana Wesleyan U.Jeff Clark (@IWUHoops), has been the Associate Head Coach at Indiana Wesleyan Basketball for over a decade, winning 3 NAIA National Championships!!
Chad had a chance to sit down with Coach Clark and discuss:
IWU's "I am Third" philosophy
The issues of comparing yourself to others in the profession
His intentionality when praying for his players
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2021-01-0532 minThe Christian Coach PodcastDaniel Chappell - Area Director, FCADaniel Chappell (@DanielChappell5) is the Area Director for the Vermillion Valley FCA. He is also a certified 3Dimensional Coaching presenter who has delivered workshops to coaches at every level of sport across the Midwest. Having played for 3Dimensional Coaches, Daniel has a passion for helping coaches envision their transformational purpose in coaching by capturing the hearts of their athletes. In this talk with Chad, Daniel shares his thoughts about:
What the Bible says about sports and competition
What lesson he wants his coaches to understand
What should we do when we are NOT...
2020-12-1831 minThe Christian Coach PodcastJarvis Jelen - Cross Country Head Coach, Abilene Christian UniversityJarvis Jelen (@sodakrunner) is the Head Cross Country Coach/ Assistant Track & Field Coach for the ACU Wildcats. Chad had the opportunity to talk with Coach Jelen about a variety of topics, including:
The importance of creativity in coaching
Being bold in the recruiting process
Allowing players to take ownership of the program
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2020-12-1636 minThe Christian Coach PodcastLee De Leon - Deputy AD, Univ. of Louisiana LafayetteLee de Leon (@LDeLeon5) is the Deputy Athletic Director for the Ragin' Cajuns. He also serves as the President of AD's for Christ. Its mission is to “connect, encourage, and equip current and aspiring athletics directors who love Jesus and are committed to making an impact for Him through college athletics." In this conversation with Chad, Lee discusses:
Why leaders should be readers
How ADs for Christ started and the work it does for AD's all over the country
What a Christian Coach should be about
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2020-12-1429 minThe Christian Coach PodcastChris Johnson - Univ.of Lynchburg, M&W Tennis Head CoachChris Johnson (@GoHornetsTennis) is at the helm of both Men's and Women's Tennis Programs at the University of Lynchburg. He was also Chad and Gian's college coach for 4 years!
In this special episode, Gian got to talk with Coach Johnson and get him to share about:
His development as a college coach
How to stay filled with the Word in order to pour into others
How to foster an environment of growth in your program
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2020-12-1128 minThe Christian Coach PodcastGary Tidwell - BHRA High School, Boy's Basketball Head CoachGary Tidwell (@GaryTidwell11) is at the helm of Blue Devils Boy's Basketball Team since 2016. He was also Chad's High School Basketball Coach! In this special interview, Coach Tidwell talked about:
Staying humble in the midst of success
Waiting and preparing to be a Head Coach
How to explain what the Gospel is to others
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2020-12-0934 minThe Christian Coach PodcastJulius Dixon - Point University, Football Head CoachJulius Dixon (@CoachDixon44) is in his 6th season as the Head Football Coach at Point University. In this episode, Chad had the opportunity to catch up with Coach Dixon and talk about:
Staying faithful through unsettling times
Winning a national title as a player with the Furman Paladins
The importance of Head Coaches delegating duties to their Assistants
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2020-12-0232 minThe Christian Coach PodcastTom Simpson - Coker University, Tennis Head CoachTom Simpson currently serves as the Head Coach for both Men's and Women's Tennis teams at Coker University, a Division 2 program in South Carolina. He is also Chad's uncle!! In this episode, Chad got to talk with Coach Simpson about:
Tom's influence in Chad's life
Strategies to get you and your spouse on the same page
How to continue to grow close to God throughout your whole life
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2020-11-2734 minThe Christian Coach PodcastTory Wooley - Women's Basketball Head Coach, Point UniversityTory Wooley (@coachToryWooley) is in his 8th season as the Women's Basketball Head Coach for the Point University Skyhawks. A native of Atlanta, Wooley is a graduate of Southwest Atlanta Christian, where he played alongside center Dwight Howard of the Los Angeles Lakers. As teammates, Howard and Wooley won two high school Class-A region championships together.
Chad sat down with Coach Wooley and was able to talk about:
Using the DISC assessment to coach your players more effectively
Coach Wooley's core values
How to avoid basing your identity on your...
2020-11-2025 minThe Christian Coach PodcastKerry O'Neill - 3D Coaching Presenter and FCA DirectorKerry O’Neill (@koneill44) is a certified 3Dimensional Coaching presenter who has delivered workshops to coaches at every level of sport from Florida to New Hampshire. In addition to his speaking schedule, Kerry serves as the Battlefield Area FCA Director. He spent 8 seasons as Character Coach to the NBA Houston Rockets, including their ’94 and ’95 back to back World Championships. Along with presenting 3Dimensional Coaching workshops/clinics, Kerry is a sought after speaker to teams, sports banquets, and graduations. He was honored as a 2015 John C. Maxwell Leadership Award Top 10 Finalist.
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2020-11-1846 minThe Christian Coach PodcastTodd Gongwer - Author, "LEAD... for God's Sake"Todd Gongwer (@ToddGongwer) is a Husband, Father, Entrepreneur and former College Coach who is passionate about helping others discover their purpose in leadership and in life! His book, "LEAD...for God's Sake" has impacted thousands of coaches and leaders around the world, including Gian and Chad!
In this episode, Gian had the chance to talk with Todd about:
His professional journey
The importance of surrounding yourself with people who support you
The effects of social media, music and tv in the life of teens
How to balance home life...
2020-11-1643 minThe Christian Coach PodcastMegan Leuzinger - Women's Basketball Head Coach, Evangel UniversityMegan Leuzinger (@meleuzinger) is currently the Head Women's Basketball Coach at Evangel University. In college, she was an All-American at Liberty University. She was drafted in the first-round of the 2009 WNBA Draft.
Chad sat down with Megan and she shared about:
How to be coaching up the heart of her players
How to manage being a mom and coach
Focusing on being present where you are
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2020-11-1131 minThe Christian Coach PodcastDarrin Gray - Chief Marketing Officer, Athletes in ActionBased upon 25 years of Media, Sports Marketing and All Pro Dad, the national non-profit founded by Tony Dungy, Darrin Gray (@AllProDadLeader) is recognized as a thought leader and speaker on the topics of the Fatherless Epidemic, Parenting, and Mentor Leadership. Darrin co-authored The Jersey Effect, Beyond the World Championship, with Foreword by Tony Dungy.
Chad was able to catch up with Darrin and talk about several topics, including:
Tony Dungy’s Superpower
The importance of reflection
The most powerful question he likes to ask others
His EKG approach to ac...
2020-11-0927 minThe Christian Coach PodcastDr. Tim Sceggel - Athletic Director, Covenant CollegeDr. Tim Sceggel (@SceggelSpeaks) is the Athletic Director at Covenant College. Him and Chad discussed a variety of topics including:
His Dr. DRE approach to evaluating his coaches
How to create and curate a list of potential hires for the future
His definition of a Christian Coach
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2020-11-0439 minThe Christian Coach PodcastAndrew Nelson - LSU Golf Assistant CoachAndrew Nelson (@andrew_r_nelson) is the LSU Assistant Golf Coach. He is also one of Chad's best friend and former roommate. In this impactful conversation, Andrew shares:
What he does to develop a relationship with his players
His strategies for staying close to God
How to stay open to God's will for your life
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2020-10-3032 minThe Christian Coach PodcastKevin Washington - Director of Player Development, Texas FootballKevin Washington (@kevwash630) serves as the Director of Player Development for the University of Texas Longhorns Football. In this conversation with Chad, Kevin shares:
His definition of a Christian Coach
Sharing the gospel with big crowds
The role of parables in getting his message across to players
And, even some marital advice
If you want to know more about Kevin and his work, his website is theperformancepeace.com
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2020-10-2829 minThe Christian Coach PodcastJustin Brown - Dir. of Baseball Development and Leadership at Bo Jackson Elite SportsJJustin Brown (@CoachBrownSTC), is the Director of Baseball Development and Leadership at the Bo Jackson Elite Sports. Chad got to talk to him and Justin did a great job sharing his heart for ministry and leadership.
Some of the topics they discussed were:
- Transformational Coaching
- The role of intention in getting to know his players
- The power of praying for your players by name
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2020-10-2127 minThe Christian Coach PodcastWelcome to The Christian Coach PodcastChad Simpson ( Assistant AD and Head Tennis Coach at Point University) and Gian Lemmi (Women's Tennis Associate Head Coach at Liberty University) were once teammates. Now they are back together to serve coaches through conversations so they can lead like Jesus.
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