Shows
The Game of Life 247Open to CoachingAlli and Paul discuss how the goal in anything is growth. Be open to feedback and trying new things when what you are currently doing, isn't working. "There is no one way and lessons learned should never be territorial to one coach, player or style."2025-05-0323 minThe Game of Life 247Talent and Hard Work.Alli and Paul discuss the dynamic of talent and hard work and the role each play in determining long term success, in not only one's sport, but in life. "Regardless of the short term outcome, hard work is NEVER for NOTHING."2025-04-2622 minThe Game of Life 247Coaching your kid.Alli and Paul discuss the intent, vulnerabilty and outcomes, in regard to the dynamic of player/parent dugouts. 2025-04-1226 minThe Game of Life 247Defining SuccessSuccess can be tough to measure. If it is an outcome you always reach, you may not be challenging yourself enough. Set your goals too high and and it can be discouraging. Mixing long term vision with short term measuring points, is the most consistent way to measure gains. The best time to start, yesterday. The next best time, today.2025-04-0516 minThe Game of Life 247School BallAlli and Paul discuss the positives and benefits of playing high school softball. It is not better than travel ball, just different. "Anytime you compete, there are life lessons." 2025-03-1523 min
The Game of Life 247Sarah Cornell - Do It AnywaysSarah is a former SEC standout and current professional softball player. We discuss her theory of getting 1% better and how doing the little things and being a good teammate, are the keys to her successes, on and off of the field. "Make working hard, your normal".2025-03-081h 01The Game of Life 247Verbal and Non-Verbal Communication.The short -term consequences of poor communication always leads to long term issues. Alli and Paul discuss how accountability of yoursleves and teammates makes all the difference.....eeven though sometimes, you may "just need a minute."2025-03-0130 minThe Game of Life 247Forgive and Forget.Alli and Paul discuss how these two words are a cornerstone to successful people and growth, whether it's family, athletics or a career.2025-02-2228 minThe Game of Life 247Social MediaSocial Media is information overload. You must have balance and perspective, in order to deal with it in atheltics.
How are you using social media? To be better or bitter? For solutions or sympathy? To network or hate?
Alli and Paul share their thoughts.2025-02-0823 min
The Game of Life 247Tori and Liv McKnight - Sister Act
The McKnight sisters add perspective not only on their athetic journey, but that fact they pursued it with their best friend. Youth, the recruitment process and D1 soccer, they discuss injuries, expectations, the challenges and of course life after graduation.
Check out their new podcast as well, "Recently Retired".
2025-02-0156 min
The Game of Life 247Tori & Liv McNight - Sister ActThe McNight sisters add perspective not only on their athetic journey, but that fact they pursued it with their best friend. Youth, the recruitment process and D1 soccer, they discuss injuries, expectations, the challenges and of course life after graduation.
Check out their new podcast as well, "Recently Retired".2025-02-0156 minThe Game of Life 247Comparison is the thief of joy.Jealousy is often a barrior to growth in both sports and life. Alli and Paul discuss ways to overcome it. There is no cap on the amount of joy one can feel.2025-01-2522 minThe Game of Life 247Edith Gallagher - It's more than a game.Edith Gallagher, head softball coach at Mansfield University, discusses how the game gives us so much, should never define you and can be a solid foundation for a successful life after you are done playing.2025-01-1838 minThe Game of Life 247ConsistencyAlli and Paul kick off season 2 with one of their favorite topics. How you do anything, is how you do anything and if you are not changing, you are choosing.2025-01-0933 min
The Game of Life 247Season 1 ConclusionAlli and Paul discuss the first year of the podcast, how they have grown and the impact it has had on their communities.
"We don't do it for the likes, we do it because we love the process."2024-12-1220 min
The Game of Life 247Alli Richmond - Grateful for the journey.Alli discusses how the ups and downs of her journey were all part of who she has become. "You have to work hard, be grateful and actually find the joy in what you are working towards."
2024-11-1653 min
The Game of Life 247Grace Perechinsky - What do you stand for?Coach Chinny discusses how to find your why and seek growth by having non-negotiables to help in the process.
"Comparison is the thief of joy."
2024-11-0958 min
The Game of Life 247Abby Packard - GratitudeAbby is present in all she does, committing to every moment. In her eyes, it is the only way to live your best life. "Feeling the feels", means no regrets.
2024-11-0251 minThe Game of Life 247Coaching and MentoringAlli and Paul discuss how communication and the timing of discussions, makes or breaks the relationships between coaches, players and parents.
2024-10-2626 min
The Game of Life 247Bailey Dowling - My Alabama JourneyBailey discusses her dream to play softball at Alabama, the process, ups and downs, coaching and her future in helping others know their own worth. "It's time to give back to the game I love."2024-10-191h 04
The Game of Life 247Austin TeetsAustin Teets, a strength and conditioning coach in the Tampa Bay Rays organization, discusses his journey, thoughts on properly training in sports and his decision to pursue a career in baseball.2024-10-1241 minThe Game of Life 247Comfort zonesComfort zones are difficult in that they are different for everyone. You have to learn to consistently live outside of yours, for any real growth to take place. 2024-10-0521 min
The Game of Life 247The Big Picture - Crossover EpisodeBusiness owner and podcast host Matt Hufnagel, discusses how consistency and discipline through sports, can be used to build businesses and careers.
"All athletes stop playing at some point, then what?"
2024-09-2837 min
The Game of Life 247Matt Gill - Identity and meaning.Matt discusses his Lacrosse journey and how the adversity, hard work and ups/downs, has led him to be a full time coach at Goaliesmith (click to find out more).
"Trust that your path is what it's supposed to be."2024-09-2150 minThe Game of Life 247Busy vs. ProductiveAlli and Paul discuss how understanding the difference in maintaining a busy schedule versus creating value through a productive schedule, can make a world of difference.2024-09-1414 min
The Game of Life 247Wendi Hammond2024 America East Pitcher of The Year and recent Albany graduate, Wendi Hammond, discusses the lessons learned from continuously preparing and challenging herself, in all aspects of life.
2024-09-0743 minThe Game of Life 247A means to an end.Alli and Paul discuss how important it is in your softball journey, to understand the bigger picture. It is the way to maximize and learn from your experiences, to continue to grow and live your best life, after your playing days.
2024-08-3133 min
The Game of Life 247Quincy Lewis-Buggs - Who do you surround yourself with?Quincy Lewis-Buggs, former player, college coach, and founder of Diamond Dynamics, talks all things softball, from love for the game, school and travel ball and how she can help in the recruiting process. This episode is a must listen, on the way to your next tournament!
Check out resources and services she provides at
https://www.diamonddynamics.org/connect-with-us.html
2024-08-2455 min
The Game of Life 247Stacy Johnson - Find Your FitCorning Community College Head Coach Stacy Johnson discusses the importance of finding your fit in college. It is your journey and your choice. What is important to you?
2024-08-1745 min
The Game of Life 247Silly Season.Alli and Paul discuss "silly season", when you reassess and find your right fit for the upcoming travel season. It comes down to being realistic with your goals and expectations, not worrying what others think.
2024-08-1024 min
The Game of Life 247Allie L'Amoreaux - Having Fun.Allie, the 2024 America East Conference Player of the Year, discusses the importance of having fun, not only in softball, but in life. "You can make the best of any situation, with the right perspective."2024-07-2946 min
The Game of Life 247Jenna Richmond - A Family AffairJenna discusses her softball journey, lessons learned, life as a Richmond and how she continues to give back to the game she loves.2024-07-2046 min
The Game of Life 247Multi-Sport AthletesAlli and Paul discuss 7 reasons why playing multiple sports, makes better athletes and people.2024-07-0524 min
The Game of Life 247Brady Harrington - Don't go with the flow.Assistant college basketball coach, Brady Harrington, discusses his journey, the process behind being a college athlete and his future plans on how to help young athletes.2024-06-221h 00
The Game of Life 247Being the Parent of an Athlete.Paul and Alli break down their purpose of sport and the role Alli's parents played in her journey and career.
2024-06-1536 min
The Game of Life 247You vs. EveryoneAlli and Paul discuss how many things you are able to control in your journey. If everyone else is the problem, you are part of it as well. The first way to help yourself, is through helping others. 2024-06-0834 min
The Game of Life 247Makenzie GolubaMakenzie discusses the importance of softball in her life, while also finding balance in the pursuit of other passions and interests. "The game taught me many life lessons, helped me build relationships and shaped who I am, while providing valuable perspective."2024-06-0140 min
The Game of Life 247Paul's JourneyPaul discusses his commitment to the game of golf. There are three lessons he took from his playing days, that have helped him in all he does. There are no guarantees, any passion is worth pursuing, and the journey is more rewarding the the destination. 2024-05-2547 min
The Game of Life 247IdentityAlli and Paul discuss the slippery slope between identifying yourself based on what you do, versus the characteristics and qualities that underlie any success in life.2024-05-1828 min
The Game of Life 247Bella Reese - AdaptabilityEveryone faces adversity, but how you handle it is what makes you who you are. Bella discusses her journey, epilepsy and how it altered her softball career. She is grateful for every day and makes the most of it, inspiring and coaching others. 2024-05-1144 min
The Game of Life 247Tom Casey - Process over ProductTom discusses how storytelling, interview skills and structured accountability, are all part of developing a winning process, that challenges yourself. "Try to be in rooms you are not qualified to be in, that is how you grow." 2024-05-0450 min
The Game of Life 247Navigating RelationshipsThe foundation to any success in life, begins with strong relationships. It is a two-way street of support, effort and honesty and takes intentional work. Alli and Paul discuss these qualities and how when it comes to your circle, letting go and welcoming others, is a must.2024-04-2734 min
The Game of Life 247CJ Barrett - PerspectiveCJ discusses how the importance of development and growth in your softball journey, through perspective, helps you to succeed. "It's not linear."
2024-04-2050 min
The Game of Life 247KK Alvarez - Love the ProcessKK discusses how you have to enjoy the competitive feeling when you play the game. Determination, discipline and motivation are all traits that will develop if you work hard for the right reasons. Once Alli's teammate at Binghamton University, KK is now a special education teacher and high school softball coach, giving back to the game she loves.2024-04-1348 minThe Game of Life 247Student Athletes and balanceEducation will open doors that you can't even see.
Your sport is a platform that provides access to the doors.
2024-04-0631 minThe Game of Life 247It's a gamePaul and Alli discuss why fun is so important in softball and in life. You get more out of competition, hard work and processes when you make your own fun.
2024-04-0424 minThe Game of Life 247What do you mean by that?Effective communication, just like any other skillset, needs practice. Listening, being approachable, asking the right questions and learning to handle tough conversations, is key. Whether sports, school or business, we discuss methods that help with the process.
2024-04-0428 minThe Game of Life 247Controlling EmotionsAlli and Paul talk about how emotions can be both a blessing and a curse. The ability to work through them and learn from them is a superpower. At the end of the day, experience helps.
2024-04-0429 minThe Game of Life 247Success as a TeammateAlli and Paul discuss how being a good teammate is a building block towards success in both sport and life. They are difference makers and understand team success is a win for everyone. It takes work to do this and to understand how to approach other teammates and hold them accountable.
2024-04-0425 minThe Game of Life 247The BeginningAlli and Paul discuss how it all started. Enjoy the process. Not for the outcome, but for the journey.
2024-04-0456 min
The Game of Life 247Game of Life Podcast TrailerSeason 1
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The Dr. Will Show PodcastPaul Richmond (@TheCoachRich) - Personal Finance For LifestylePaul Richmond is the teacher and coach you wish you had in high school.He attended the University of Charleston on a golf scholarship and earned a business degree in 1994.Upon graduation and a brief finance career, Paul decided to go back to school and become a high school teacher. He earned his Master’s in Education (along with his teaching certificate) from Elmira College and began his career.Paul taught public HS social studies for 18 years. For the past 8 years, he has led a public high school program called New Visions Innovation, Leadership, and...2022-03-1841 min