Becoming Uncommon with Coach Rich

From Track Star to CEO: Urina Harrell's Uncommon Journey | Becoming Uncommon Podcast What happens when the identity you've spent your entire life building suddenly changes? In this episode of Becoming Uncommon , I sit down with Urina Harrell , CEO of VoxPop Branding , former Duke University student-athlete, Serra High School Hall of Famer, and one of the most thoughtful leaders I've...

How do you separate evidence-based coaching from social media myths? In this episode of Becoming Uncommon , I sit down with speed coach Brett Morse , whose science-backed approach to athletic development has helped thousands of athletes and coaches rethink how speed, strength, and performance are built. Brett shares his journey from collegiate hurdler and long jumper to full-time online performanc...

From All-American to Administrator | Becoming Uncommon with Alexis Crimes What does it take to evolve from an elite athlete to an impactful leader? In this episode of *Becoming Uncommon*, I sit down with Alexis Crimes, former All-American volleyball player, national champion, professional athlete, coach, administrator, and mother, to explore the lessons learned throughout her remarkable journey in...

What separates elite athletes from everyone else? In this episode of Becoming Uncommon, Coach Chris Richardson sits down with performance coach and physical therapist Dr. Ben Moxness of THP Strength to explore the science and practice behind athletic development. From his journey as a JUCO basketball player chasing the dream of Division I athletics to becoming one of the most respected voices in p...

In this solo episode of Becoming Uncommon , Coach Chris Richardson reflects on the successes, challenges, and lessons learned throughout the 2026 season. From advancing athletes to championship competition to navigating the realities of modern college athletics, this episode explores what it means to develop people—not just performers. Topics include:  Lessons from the 2026 Cerritos season   The e...

On this special episode of Becoming Uncommon, we sit down with Olympic Gold Medalist and one of the greatest long jumpers of all time, Brittney Reese. From dominating the world stage to now leading the next generation as a jumps coach at Long Beach State, Brittney shares the mindset and moments that shaped her legendary career. We dive deep into how she developed her “clutch gene” — the ability to...

Becoming Uncommon Podcast | Featuring Jebreh Harris In this episode of Becoming Uncommon, we sit down with Jebreh Harris, a respected coach and leader whose impact extends far beyond the track. 🔗 Learn more about Jebreh Harris: https://athletics.apu.edu/staff-directory/jebreh-harris/545 Coach Harris dives deep into what it truly means to lead individuals—not just athletes. He shares powerful insi...

Becoming Uncommon Podcast | Meet a Falcon Edition Featuring Logan Smith | Cerritos College Decathlete In this special Meet a Falcon episode, Coach Richardson sits down with Cerritos College decathlete Logan Smith — a true embodiment of what it means to become uncommon . Logan’s journey didn’t start on the track… it started on the soccer field. Growing up as a soccer player, he discovered a new pas...

Becoming Uncommon Podcast | Magnolia (Howell) Lafleur Authenticity, Art, and Extending a Professional Running Career In this episode of Becoming Uncommon, Coach Richardson sits down with former teammate and longtime friend Magnolia (Howell) Lafleur (@magnolia.aotr) — professional athlete, artist, and creative spirit. Magnolia shares her powerful journey of staying authentic while pursuing elite sp...

In this episode of Becoming Uncommon , Coach Richardson sits down with Sean Furey — 2x Olympian, 2x World Championships competitor, 3x USA National Champion, Dartmouth Academic All-American, coach, and mechanical engineer. Sean shares his incredible journey from Massachusetts to Dartmouth, from engineering to elite javelin, and from chasing big dreams to becoming one of the top javelin throwers in...

What does it take to become uncommon? In this powerful episode of Becoming Uncommon, we sit down with Andy Sythe, retired longtime Director of Track & Field and Cross Country at Long Beach State University. Coach Sythe built more than winning programs — he built leaders. In this conversation, we dive into: The true meaning of leadership and how to develop it over time The impact of fatherhood...

In this episode of Becoming Uncommon, Coach Richardson sits down with two powerhouse humans: Josue Louis (professional decathlete + high-performance & identity strategist) and Ashley Ann Lora-Louis (eczema patient advocate, consultant, and community builder). Josue shares how identity comes before achievement—how he started speaking “world champion” into existence months before training, and h...

What if the difference between good and great isn’t talent… but the way you think? In this episode of Becoming Uncommon , I sit down with mental performance coach Jake Lee , founder of Inner Edge Performance , to unpack a truth every coach, parent, and athlete needs to hear: Master your mind, and you master your ability to be successful. Jake earned his Master’s in Sport & Exercise Psychology...

Becoming Uncommon Podcast – Travis Geopfert Episode Description What does it actually take to build a program that produces Olympians, Bowerman winners, and NCAA champions—year after year? In this episode of Becoming Uncommon , I sit down with Travis Geopfert , the new Director of Track & Field / Cross Country at Kansas State Wildcats and one of the most respected jumps and multi-events coache...

YouTube Description — Becoming Uncommon Podcast In this episode of Becoming Uncommon , I sit down with a UC Riverside Hall of Fame basketball player, a former college and professional athlete, and one of my longest friends going all the way back to our days at Downey High School. This isn’t just a sports conversation. It’s a life conversation. We talk about growing up through sports, how family sh...

Becoming Uncommon | Meet a Falcon ft. Dr. Lily Trinh In this powerful Meet a Falcon episode of Becoming Uncommon, we sit down with Dr. Lily Trinh—former Cerritos College hurdler turned future physician and global mentor. Lily competed in hurdles at Cerritos College from 2011–2012 after graduating from Fountain Valley High School. Following Cerritos, she transferred to University of California, Irv...

In this episode of Becoming Uncommon, Coach Richardson sits down with Team USA heptathlete Michelle Atherley—a NCAA pentathlon national champion, elite combined-events competitor, and one of the sport’s most thoughtful voices on what it really takes to thrive. Michelle’s journey is unreal: South Florida → Port Charlotte High School → Auburn → University of Miami, where she built into a champion an...

Too many athletes have the physical tools to succeed — but crumble when the pressure hits. They train their bodies relentlessly, yet no one teaches them how to manage nerves, reset after mistakes, or trust themselves when it matters most. In this episode of Becoming Uncommon, Coach Christopher Richardson sits down with André Chapman Jr., founder of Winning Edge Performance, to break down why minds...

In this powerful episode of Becoming Uncommon, we sit down with Aryianna Faircloth, Rionna Wallace, and Jazzmine Davis — state champions, school record holders, and members of a regional-record-setting 4x100m relay at Cerritos College. Together, they reflect on a season that tested them physically, mentally, and emotionally. From injuries and pressure to expectations and personal doubt, this wasn’...

Becoming Uncommon Podcast | Featuring Candice Chick (Director of BEACH XP) What does it really mean to lead with authenticity—and do the hard work of caring for others? In this episode of Becoming Uncommon, we sit down with Candice Chick, current Director of BEACH XP, to explore a life shaped by service, resilience, and purpose. Raised in Southern California, Candice developed an early passion for...

Becoming Uncommon w/ Chris Sweeney | Founder of RightMealz™ — Fueling Champions & Changing Lives Through Nutrition In this episode of Becoming Uncommon , Coach Rich sits down with Chris Sweeney , former Division I athlete and the visionary founder of RightMealz™ , one of Southern California’s premier performance-driven meal prep companies. Founded in 2015, RightMealz™ was born from Chris’s pas...

BECOMING UNCOMMON | Featuring Anthony Neal In this episode of Becoming Uncommon, Coach Rich sits down with Anthony Neal — an entrepreneur, creator, mentor, and one of the most versatile leaders in the game today. Anthony is the owner of The TRE Draft Training Complex, a powerhouse development hub shaping the next generation of athletes. He’s also the creator of multiple youth sports programs, an a...

In this episode of Becoming Uncommon, I sit down with Crystal Irving, head coach and athletic director at Long Beach Poly, one of the most renowned high school track and field programs in the nation. Krystal shares her incredible journey from being a standout sprinter at Poly and UNLV to becoming the first woman to lead Poly’s men’s and women’s programs—and winning multiple CIF and state champions...

In this episode of Becoming Uncommon, I sit down with Tiffeny Parker—former heptathlete, Team USA competitor, and now performance and life coach—to explore her journey of resilience, transformation, and impact. Tiffeny opens up about the sacrifices and challenges of training at the Olympic level, her battles with identity and self-worth after athletics, and how she discovered her true calling: hel...

In this episode of Becoming Uncommon, I sit down with my friend and mentor, Jeremy Fischer—Olympic coach, entrepreneur, and father. Jeremy’s story is one of resilience, reinvention, and relentless pursuit of excellence. From a record-breaking high jumper to coaching athletes who’ve earned nearly 20 Olympic and World Championship medals, Jeremy has lived at the highest levels of sport. But his jour...