Beyond The Bench

In this episode we talk with Chris Forman (@forman) SID with @boilerball and @purduemensgolf.  Chris offers some great insights into what he has learned on his personal and professional journey, his time at the Naval Academy and Purdue University.  It's a fun and informative podcast with on the best Sports Information Director's in the business.   BTB is proud to have HomeTown Ticketing (@hometown...

In this episode we are joined by our significant others. The ladies that help, support and encourage us as AD's. This is a light hearted episode that is also filled with real wisdom from our wives. Disclaimer: No marriages were harmed in the recording of this episode. 😁 BTB is proud to have HomeTown Ticketing (@hometowntix) as a sponsor of the BTB podcast. Check out their website at www.hometownt...

In this episode we talk about last week's John Maxwell's webinar on Leading Through A Crisis. There is a lot to unpack but there are many useful leadership lessons and thoughts that we feel will be helpful for us all right now. BTB is proud to have HomeTown Ticketing (@hometowntix) as a sponsor of the BTB podcast. Check out their website at www.hometownticketing.com. Follow them on their social me...

We are thrilled to welcome Coach Katie Gearlds @katiegearlds4 of Marian University @marianunivwbb to the podcast as she talks about coaching, leadership and life. Don't miss this one with one of the best coaches in the nation. Grab a pen and paper and get locked in. BTB is proud to have HomeTown Ticketing (@hometowntix) as a sponsor of the BTB podcast. Check out their website at www.hometownticket...

In this episode we talk about some things we have done and can do during this unprecedented time as we all deal with the fall out of COVID 19. BTB is proud to have HomeTown Ticketing (@hometowntix) as the official sponsor of the BTB podcast. Check out their website at www.hometownticketing.com. Follow them on their social media sites: Twitter: @hometowntix... Facebook: @hometownticketing...Instagr...

In this episode we talk through the results of the Sportsmanship Survey we put out last week. Thank You to the AD's who responded and contributed. BTB is proud to have HomeTown Ticketing (@hometowntix) as the official sponsor of the BTB podcast. Check out their website at www.hometownticketing.com. Follow them on their social media sites: Twitter: @hometowntix... Facebook: @hometownticketing...Ins...

In this episode we walk through the 52nd IHSADA Convention coming up at the end of March. BTB is proud to have HomeTown Ticketing (@hometowntix) as a sponsor of the BTB podcast. Check out their website at www.hometownticketing.com. Follow them on their social media sites: Twitter: @hometowntix... Facebook: @hometownticketing...Instagram: hometownticketing

After a week away the boys are back in town (good tune). We don't make it to our main topic in this episode. We do talk about some spring time "tips and tricks", what's up/what's down, and Scott has a fantastic closing thought of encouragement. BTB is proud to have HomeTown Ticketing (@hometowntix) as a sponsor of the BTB podcast. Check out their website at www.hometownticketing.com. Follow them o...

The BTB crew was happy to welcome the Founder and Co-CEO of HomeTown Ticketing Nate Nale. We had a great discussion with Nate wrapped around these questions. 1) Birth of HomeTown Ticketing 2) Effective characteristics of successful AD's 3) Leadership Keys 4) Organizational Evaluation and Improvement 5) Lessons from athletic experiences 6) Advice for a young Nate Nale. BTB is proud to have HomeTown...

The BTB crew took the weekend off to enjoy the Super Bowl so this is a replay of Season 1 - Episode 12 we recorded with Nick Easley on February 26, 2019. Nick shared some great insight into the following: 1) What motivated him. 2) How he went from a 2nd team all state receiver to the Outback Bowl MVP. 3) Advice for coaches and AD's. 4) Advice for players with a dream and much more. Enjoy this repl...

In this reflective episode Todd, Scott and Aaron pay tribute to Kobe Bryant after learning of his tragic death on Sunday, January 26, 2020. We discuss his career, what made him a great player and discuss a few Kobe quotes. BTB is proud to have HomeTown Ticketing (@hometowntix) as a sponsor of the BTB podcast. Check out their website at www.hometownticketing.com. Follow them on their social media s...

In this episode Todd, Aaron and Scott talk through four questions from three listeners. Thank you to Chris Lancaster (Vincennes, IN/South Knox HS), Brent Buttjer (DC-G HS) and Jordan Reindl (Northwood-Kinsett HS) for submitting the following questions. 1) Event set up/management when you are going to be gone. 2) Office Department efficiency with use of technology. 3) Making the decision to postpon...

In this episode we had the privilege of speaking with Ira Childress from Gulliver Schools in Miami, FL.  Ira is a passionate and driven AD with a great background and story. You will be inspired as you listen to Ira share his experiences and vision as an Athletic Administrator. Ira is also a published author of the book "Beating the Odds-From Poverty to Prominence." Search for it and pick up a cop...

In this episode we talk through our experiences at NADC 2019 (21:40) and our One Word for 2020 (45:45). The numbers in parentheses represent the time in the podcast where we begin that discussion. Thank You for listening and joining us. Follow us on Twitter (@btbads) and email us at beyondthebenchgls@gmail.com if have any questions or comments. We would love to hear from you. Have a great start to...

Enjoy conversations with Kevin Kalver (HS AD Network), Nick DeForest (Vienna, Austria), Dave Horner (Belgrade, Serbia), Steve Robinson (Rocky River, NC), Brad Rose (WDM Valley, IA), Darryl Nance (Greenville, SC), Duane Kramer (Retired, Cedar Rapids, IA), Georges Gilbert (Honolulu, HI). Thank You to Kevin Calver and the High School AD Network for hosting us. Find them at @hsad_network. Thank You to...

In this episode Todd talks with Adam DeJoode about his passion and the research he has done in regards to the implementation of the shot clock in Iowa. 1) We discuss his background and why that has led him to be so passionate about this topic. 2) His discussion with high school coaches and 3) The AD's opinion of the shot clock. If you are interested in reading Adam's article he wrote last January...

In Episode 40 of the podcast we are joined by Dr. Chris Hobbs and have a fantastic conversation. You will find Chris to be very energetic, intentional and inspiring. He leads an incredible program in Florida and we will all be better and have many takeaways from this podcast. Whether you listen in one sitting or break it down into a couple of smaller listening segments you will want to listen to t...

In this episode we had the privilege of speaking with the Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union Executive Director Jean Berger. She and her staff have done a tremendous job of elevating the Iowa Girl experience to an even higher level in recent years. This was a treat for the three of us as we visited with Jean at the Girls Union office in Des Moines. You will enjoy this episode. Contact us if you...

This episode was recorded live at the WDM Marriott with Dale Ludwig from Clear Lake. We talk about 1) Sleep and how to manage it (or lack of it), The manager vs leader role, and mentoring young and new coaches. If you have any questions or comments please feel free to contact us at beyondthebenchgls@gmail.com.

In this episode the three of us talk about our fall. We talk about our favorite memory from the fall season and then discuss one thing we may look to do a bit differently next year or in the near future. Thank you for taking the time to listen to our most recent episode. If you have any questions or comments please feel free to contact us at beyondthebenchgls@gmail.com.

In this episode we are joined by Jay Hammes of Safe Sport Zone. We talk about the development of Safe Sport Zone, current trends and Jay offers an abundance of thought provoking tips and suggestions to help keep our venues and activities safe for everyone involved and attending. This could possibly be the single most important podcast we have done. You can contact Jay through his website (safespor...

In this episode we talk with Wes Simmons (@WesleyCSimmons), CEO and national presenter for 3Dimensional Coaching (@3DCoaches). It's a powerful and impactful conversation that we believe will be a tremendous encouragement and challenge to all AD's, coaches and administrators. It was to us. Thank you for listening. You can reach us at beyondthebenchgls@gmail.com if you have questions, suggestions or...

In this episode we talk with Rob Seymour (@robseymour71), Athletic Director in Fishers, Indiana (@FHSTigers). We learn about Rob, some of the good work he is doing at Fishers High School and talk about leadership. It is a very good conversation with a fellow AD who is making a difference. Thank you for listening. You can reach us at beyondthebenchgls@gmail.com if you have any suggestions, comments...

In this episode we talk through eight different questions, have some fun and learn some more about each other. 1-Favorite movie? 2-Glass half full or half empty? 3-Go to music? 4-Favorite thing about your job? 5-Ever have a nickname? 6-Introvert or extrovert? 7- Favorite family recipe? 8-Favorite teacher or coach? We had fun recording the episode and hope you enjoy it too. Thank You for listening....