A Coach's Perspective

Episode #360: In this episode, join me and Cori Elms, decorated girls' basketball coach from Missouri, as we sit down with three New Hampshire coaches: David Chase, Tim LaTorra, and Mike Donnell. From selecting effective assistant coaches to communicating with parents about playing time and building winning cultures, this veteran panel tackles a variety of coaching challenges. In our "out of the h...

Episode #359: In this episode, we sit down with Coach Rick Jones, senior assistant and advisor to University of Missouri football head coach Eli Drinkwitz. Coach Jones shares his perspective on the coaching profession, from managing the ups and downs of a season to handling criticism and incorporating analytics. Guests: Rick Jones

Episode #358: In this episode, we visit with former Proctor & Gamble executive and award winning author, Scott Mautz. His LinkedIn courses have been taken over 1.5 million times. We focus on his book, The Mentally Strong Leader, and the section on fortitude. How we handle adversity can directly reflect how effective we are as leaders. According to Mautz, being mentally strong is the superpower of...

Episode #357: In this episode, we revisit my conversation with NFL Hall of Famer Emmitt Smith from the Boys and Girls Club Steak and Steak fundraiser. We navigate his experiences, from his time in Pensacola and the University of Florida to his career with the Dallas Cowboys and his appearance on Dancing with the Stars. Throughout our discussion, we explore how these diverse endeavors have shaped h...

Episode #356: In this episode, we explore Christie Blasi's golf career and her recent induction into the Springfield Area Sports Hall of Fame. We also bring her famous caddy (and husband) Tim Blasi and sister Katie Yates Miller into the conversation. Together, we discuss their new venture, the Pickle and Chilly Dill, now open in Springfield, Missouri. This innovative recreation center offers indoo...

Episode #355: In this episode, we welcome recent Springfield Area Sports Hall of Fame inductees Jon Leamy and Dennis Heim. We explored their successes and accolades, and how their experiences shaped them both professionally and personally. Thank you to my guests for sharing their perspectives! Guests: Jon Leamy and Dennis Heim

Episode #354: Raegan Weber, studio producer Logan Weber’s younger sister, joins us to wrap up our Inspiring Athletes Series as she reflects on being diagnosed with a brain tumor at eight years old. After surgery, rehabilitation, and recovery she was able to battle back and become a cheerleader and excel in the world of theatre with advanced chorography. Her resilience and determination to recover...

Episode #353: Coach Shane Matzen joins us to discuss his new book, Coaching, Is It Worth It? (ABSOLUTELY) and shares his process and energy for the stories and anecdotes that he pieces together from his time as a coach and athletic director, along with his current career in the sport of golf working at Graves Golf and the unique system they teach. To order his book, visit Amazon. Guests: Shane Mat...

Episode #352: In this episode, we applauded and celebrated the upcoming induction of the Hillcrest High School Baseball Dick Birmingham Era into this year's Springfield Area Sports Hall of Fame as the Era of Excellence Award recipient. Joining us in studio to represent some of the talented teams from that era included Bill O'Dell, Tim Blasi, Steve Seal, and Pat Blasi. We honor the dedication, work...

Episode #351: In this episode, we celebrate the inspiring journey of Drury University's Shotgun Sports Team to the National Championship, led by Coach Kevin Boyer and three senior standouts: Grant Boswell, an All-American and Collegiate Individual Champion trap shooter; Colten Cozza, a collegiate All-American; and Hayden Sanson, an All-American and AIM Grand National High Over-All shooter. We also...

Episode #350: In this episode, we explore the journey of Kadyn Carroll, a champion dancer who was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis at 11 days old. Along with her mother Katie, we delve into Kadyn's path through hospital stays, treatments, and medications. Despite her uncertain prognosis, it is Kadyn's competitiveness, determination, and sheer will that have brought her to the most stable point of he...

Episode #349: In this episode, we explore the journey of Cross Kubik, a member of the Drury University Men's Golf Team, who has battled and beaten cancer twice against incredible odds. Cross, along with his parents Brian and Ashley, shares his story that involves faith, family, competitiveness, and a sister who saved his life. His inspirational story is captured in the book: The Power of the Cross...

Episode #348: In this episode Hailey Jo Hopkins and I recap and reflect on the 2024 Paris Olympic games! The world’s greatest athletes on the world’s greatest stage uniting the world through competition and sports. From the Rubik’s cube to Gold Medals to diving knitters to last minute clutch victories, the Olympics delivered this year with interesting stories and phenomenal performances!

Episode #347: "Passing the Torch" at Missouri State University In this episode of our leadership transition series, we focused on Missouri State University’s (MSU) Clif Smart, the recently retired president, and Dr. Richard "Biff" Williams, who has taken the helm as the new president. Our guests offered valuable insights into this crucial role and its impact on our community, along with the transi...

In this episode (#346): We host the incredibly athletic and talented Ozark Lunkers football star, Matt Rush, and celebrate his football career and how he continues to wow fans on the field. We talk Arena Football 101, strategy, training techniques, and motivation heading into to the playoffs. My thanks to my guest for his insights and perspective!

In this episode (#345): Pete Steinberg joins us, a former U.S., international, and Olympic sports coach and commentator. He led the USA Women’s Rugby Team to two World Cups and the Rio Olympics and has coached rugby teams to 11 National Championships. Pete is President of Innovative Thought, where he supports clients in the areas of innovation, leadership, strategic planning, marketing, recruiting...

In this episode (#344): Missouri State University’s Softball Coach Holly Hesse retires after an incredible hall of fame career with a mile long list of accolades and is passing the reins to assistant coach Kasey Griffith. Coach Griffith brings in a wealth of experience in the sport of softball and has an inspired vision for the program. My thanks to both coaches for sharing their perspectives on t...

In this episode (#343): Coach Shane Matzen joins us to discuss his new book, Coaching, Is It Worth It? (ABSOLUTELY) and shares his process and energy for the stories and anecdotes that he pieces together from his time as a coach and athletic director, along with his current career in the sport of golf. To order his book, visit Amazon: ORDER BOOK

In this episode (#342): Retiring, and highly decorated, Missouri State University head baseball coach Keith Guttin talks about his 42-year career and passing on the legacy of the program to new head coach, and former player and assistant, Joey Hawkins. Coach Hawkins shares about taking his influence from Coach G, his time at Missouri State, playing professionally, and assistant coaching to develop...

In this episode (#341): We catch up with my favorite-and let’s face it-most knowledgeable St. Louis Cardinals correspondent, Don Louzader and find out what the redbirds have been up to this season. My Royals correspondent, Ethan Bryan, was unavailable, so in true (what used to only be) American League form, I called in a DH! Loren Broaddus joined us to talk Royals and read some of his baseball poe...

In this episode (#340): We celebrated the upcoming induction into the Springfield Area Sports Hall of Fame for the Era of Excellence: Dick Birmingham’s Era of Hillcrest Baseball. This legendary program boasts incredible numbers, memorable stories, and inspiring coaches and athletes. Guests: Mike Keltner, Tim Blasi, and Mike Snodgrass

In this episode (#339): This episode covers the roster release of the nominees of the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame’s Sports Commission Awards which will be celebrated on June 18, 2024. Kary Booher discussed the nominees, plus the specialty awards that will be recognized. For more information visit mosportshalloffame.com. We also discussed, with studio producer Logan Weber, a variety of sports topi...

In this episode (#338): On this episode, we promote the 1st annual Western Missouri Coaches Fighting Cancer multi-sport coaching clinic. Steering committee and founding members Bob Coffey, Trish Marsh, and Gary Pendergraft join us to talk about the line up and mission of this event. Visit wemocfc.com for more information, to sign up, or to donate to the cause. These coaches are uniting coaches fro...

In this episode (#337): This week we visit with Women Basketball Coaches Association’s Hall of Fame coach, Sherri Coale. Her successful run as the coach at the University of Oklahoma for 25 years left her with multiple accolades and accomplishments, but more importantly memories and relationships that impacted her for a lifetime. She is a coach, a writer, a motivational speaker, a family woman, an...