Samson Strength Coach Collective

In this episode of The Collective, Kenneth Galletta joins us to discuss his journey through strength and conditioning, and his thoughts on how he is able to focus on the purity he feels through his work, while separating it from the more superficial aspects of the job that can become overwhelming in the world of college sports. Ken is the Head Coach for Sport Performance and Science at Indiana Sta...

In this episode of The Samson Strength Coach Collective, we have Rob Rabena on to give us his thoughts around creating a vision, how to articulate that vision in interviews, the qualities he looks for when interviewing candidates to work in a cohesive facility with Strength Coaches, PTs, etc., and we cover some of his research in baseball! Rob is the Director of Strength and Conditioning at Ivy Ph...

In this episode of The Samson Strength Coach Collective, Nick Mascioli, who is the Director of Athletic Performance at The Second Baptist School joins us to document his journey through the field of strength and conditioning. Nick discusses topics around human development, and transitioning from wins and losses being the ultimate goal to providing education to the youth on the foundational element...

In this episode of The Samson Strength Coach Collective, DeJuan Hathaway joins us to tell his story. DeJuan is the Human Performance Director and Program Manager at the 15th Air Support Operations Squadron. He provides incredible insight that will prompt any listener to really search for what allows us to have the biggest impact in our current space. DeJuan is a great guy and his thoughtful words...

In this episode, James Baker, who is the Assistant Director of Strength and Conditioning at Dartmouth College joins us to tackle some of the areas around establishing personal connections with your athletes, being your most genuine self, how to display emotional regulation in an environment such as strength and conditioning that demands a lot from us, and more! Enjoy!

In our 100th episode, and the start of season 2, Sergio Merino, who is the Assistant Athletic Director of Athletic Performance at Quinnipiac University in Hamden, CT joins us to discuss his journey, how has approached reflection throughout his time in the strength and conditioning industry, and the methods he uses to continue to push himself personally and professionally.

In this episode, Terrance McLellan, who is a strength and conditioning coach with Atlanta Hawks basketball team joins us to discuss the major takeaways he's had during his time navigating the field of strength and conditioning. Terrance speaks about the specific scenarios he's found himself in as an intern and GA leading into becoming a professional in the industry, and how he's been able to adjus...

In this episode of The Samson Strength Coach Collective, Scott Caulfield joins us to discuss his journey and provide some education stemming from his experience working with the NSCA.   Scott is now the Director of Strength and Conditioning for Norwich University Athletics. For those of you who are concerned with the current state of the industry, low-paying jobs in strength and conditioning,...

In this episode, Kade McGee joins us to have a conversation about what it truly means to provide an environment built around education for your athletes. Kade is the Director of Strength and Conditioning at American Christian Academy in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. He has been through an incredible journey on his way to finding the position that is right for him, and he breaks down the approach he has tak...

Ed Williams joins Anthony in this episode of the Samson Strength Coach Collective! Ed is a Strength Coach and Educator who has trained athletes and consulted with coaches in the industry for 22 years.   Ed reflects on the time he spent training under Charles Poliquin, what it means to be truly resilient, fast twitch vs. slow twitch muscles and the way he trains them, in addition to the impact that...

In this episode, Justin Kuehn, Tactical Strength and Conditioning Coach at JBLM (Joint-Base Lewis McChord) joins us to do a deep-dive into the new and developing industry of Tactical Strength and Conditioning.   Justin gives incredible insight into the obstacles he has had to overcome, the operation itself, the comparisons to collegiate strength and conditioning, the progress he has been able...

Brianna had one of her former Stanford athlete's, Katie Meyer take her own life recently. The following link will take you to a place where you can read about the Katie's Save mission, and donate to a cause that is dedicated to helping student-athletes navigate the dynamics of campus life and the pressures that come from sport. Thank you for your help!  https://www.katiessave.org   In th...

What's up Collective listeners! In this episode, Chula Loomis, who is an Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach with Football at FAU hops on the podcast to provide insight and perspective on his journey working in strength and conditioning thus far. Chula has a great outlook on how to approach the field in the early and later years, and how to maintain integrity while doing so! He brings great...

In this episode of The Collective, Sean Swetnam, Assistant Athletic Performance Coach at UCLA joins us to provide fascinating insight into his journey, and how his experiences have shaped the environment he provides for his student-athletes.   We talk about everything from training concepts, philosophies around education for student-athletes, sprint mechanics, to death and what it means to tr...

In this episode, Tim Lebbossiere, who is the Assistant Performance Coach for the Boston Bruins gives us an inside look into how they approach physical preparation and data collection/implementation for NHL athletes.   Tim provides incredible insight in this episode around his experiences working with AHL and NHL athletes, along with how he approaches communication and building trust with long...

In this episode, Jared Heumann joins us to discuss his most recent promotion to Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at UTPB (University of Texas Permian Basin). Jared brings quite the story with him regarding his journey through strength and conditioning, in addition to how he approaches developing relationships with his players and support staff!   Jared provides great insight to anyone who...

In this episode, Scott McWilliams, who is the Assistant Director of Athletic Performance for Baseball and Wrestling at The University of Minnesota sheds light on developing wrestlers in the Big 10, how his principles have changed from when he started, and the importance of establishing great personal connections and much more! Enjoy the episode!

In this episode, David Ventress Jr., who is the Director of Athletic Performance at The University of South Alabama joins Anthony to talk about how he approaches connecting with his athletes, in addition to some specific stories around those connections. David talks about the purity of coaching when it comes to physical preparation, the good and the bad of the strength and conditioning industry, a...

In this episode, Shannon Phillips, who is an Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach at Florida State University joins Anthony to speak about her experiences in the world of strength and conditioning, and how they have shaped her into the person she is today, personally and professionally! Shannon brings some incredible insight to this episode around understanding cultural differences from sport...

In this episode of The Samson Strength Coach Collective, Adam Ringler, who is the Director of Sport Performance/Head of Sport Science at The University of Colorado joins Anthony to share his thoughts around a variety of topics related to coaching, sport science, and creating more connectivity within your sport performance model. Adam touches on what it means to create a sport science environment...

In this episode, Dallas Skipper joins Anthony for some great conversation around her journey through Strength and Conditioning. Dallas is currently an Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach at Rice University down in Texas, and she provides great perspective in this episode around the people and resources that have helped shape the way she views her role within the athlete's life!

In this episode, Leo Totten of Totten Training Systems, LLC joins Anthony to share his journey through the world of weightlifting, and his thoughts on giving back to the sport that gave him so much. We cover topics such as mentorship, leadership, coaching philosophies, and what it truly means to be an "expert" or "master" of your craft. Leo provides incredible wisdom and insight in this one; enjoy...

In this episode, Joe Gilfedder, who is the Senior Associate Athletic Director for Sports Performance at Fordham University in the Bronx discusses what it was like taking on a director role at 28 years old. Joe provides us with insight around how to be socially aware when creating and establishing connections with the players, and everyone else in the building. He also talks to us about what it mea...

In this episode, John Patrick uses his vast experience and insight to provide us with a different lens to look through when trying to impact lives in the world of strength and conditioning. John talks to us about how the field has changed since the time he began coaching, and how he plans to re-shape the way we view physical preparation in his current role of Strength Coach and Department Chair fo...

In this episode of The Collective, Dan O'Rourke joins us to discuss the concepts he and the staff at Florida International University are using to rebuild the football program from a physical and psychological perspective! Dan is an Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach with Football, Baseball, and Beach Volleyball at FIU and brings some great insight in this episode as to how we can better re...