Contacts Coaching Podcast

18 months ago, Rich Shayewitz joined Contacts for the first episode- and returns for this episode! For this special episode, you can see how the wisdom imparted first heard 18 months ago pays off and how coaches like Rich keep the strong showing.

In this episode, Kevin Calver joins in, retired coach and athletic director, owner of the High School AD Network. From what values coordinators and coaches should present and to setting expectations for the players, Kevin Calter presents his wisdom and experience in a valuable piece of conversation to listen to.

Brandon Gonzalez, Director of Athletics and Student Life for Pacifica Christian High School in Newport Beach joins on this episode to discuss leadership in coaching and his career with such. From helping many teams get to State Championships to overseeing countless teams and programs as Athletic Director, Brandon Gonzalez showcases many factors of coaching and leading.

Perry Huang, the recently added Assitant Coach for the Seattle Storm, the four-time champions in the WNBA, joins the podcast to discuss what there is to excellent leadership and dedication to your players. The passion and drive you need for coaching is all discussed in episode 76 of Contacts.

In Episode 75 of Contacts, Justin is joined by Cabral Huff. Cabral is the head basketball coach for Vorhees College in South Carolina. Talking about the keys to success in coaching and decision-making, this episode is full of coaching lessons that are valuable to all.

Jon Burke, Head Woman's Water Polo Coach at Stevenson School joins the show and discusses his own journey through coaching. From starting at UC Davis to where he is now, the former California coach of the year gives valuable lessons and insight.

In this special episode of Contacts, David Fales joins the show to tell his story and background in sports and where that has led him to what sports have done for his life and the impact of it. From his upbringing to moving up all the way to the NFL, David gives valuable insight into what sports can do.

Reggie Anderson, Assistant Director of Athletics at Young Harris College joins Contacts today to discuss what valuable insights he's gained from coaching, both on the court itself, and in administration. From how to get coaches more involved to dealing with COVID-19 in order to play, Reggie discusses what his role can involve and great takeaways from it.

In Episode 70 of Contacts, the guest chair is filled by Steve Collins, Head Basketball Coach at Madison Memorial High School and owner of teachhoops.com. With Wisconsin roots, Steve gives impactful advice on what creates a great coach that truly leaves a mark on a player's career and life.

Bryan Rooney, Head Basketball Coach for Cal State East Bay joins the podcast in this episode to unpack the powers of coaching effectively and connecting with the players, which all are key in brewing the best team possible. From being there for the players, to ensuring that you're your authentic self with the team, Coach Rooney tackles it all on this episode of Contacts.

Dan Powers, Head Basketball Coach for Pacific Grove High School joins the podcast in this episode, He talks to Justin about all varieties of wisdom for coaches. They talk about the track of becoming a coach that can be called upon, the culture you should build in your team, long-term and beyond.

Luke Gromer is a basketball coach and also the host of the Coaches Club Podcast. He and Justin sit down today and talk about what coaches need to learn and why some techniques to getting these gifts to help guide athletes, and about his own story. He can be found on Twitter at @LukeGromer and the podcast he hosts is @coachesclub_ if any of what he speaks about on this episode is of interest.

One of the greatest wins you can have as a leader is the ability to clearly provide information. Both great leadership and followership require effective communication. Right now is the time to get down the work of leading your team. Leadership is the great process of winning every single moment, each possession, each practice and film session. Champions understand that you win games by improving...

Jamy Bechler is an author, motivational speaker, leadership consultant, and host of the popular “Success is a Choice” podcast. With a background as a championship athletic director, award-winning college basketball coach, and business consultant, he works with high-level sports teams and businesses helping them maximize results. He is recognized as an expert in leadership, culture, and teamwork. C...

Joining the Contacts Podcast today is Adam Lichter, Director of Athletics at St. Mary's HS of Stockton. The conversation centers around transitioning from coaching to administration, the importance of enthusiasm, and the value of patience.

Joining the Contacts Podcast today are former Sonoma State Men’s Basketball Coach Pat Fuscaldo and his former player Kevin Christensen. Kevin graduated from SSU in 2006 and wrote “Bench Rules: A Guide to Success On and Off the Bench” about his time spent as a men’s basketball player at SSU, where he saw his role go from redshirt, to little used bench player, to all conference guard over a five yea...

Chad Songy, PGC Director, Coach, Investor, Entrepreneur, and Creator joins the podcast to talk about his career as a coach and where his aspirations and interests have evolved. He guides us through developing culture and making sure you are living a purpose driven life.

Omar Sanchez, Director of Athletics at St. Mary's College High School, joins the podcast to discuss what he has learned throughout his journey. In this conversation, Coach Sanchez focuses on what it means to serve, how you come to grips with your ego, and the formula for success and failure.

Breanne Smedley, Head Volleyball Coach at Columbia River HS and Elite Performance Coach for female athletes joins the podcast to share coaching wisdom and discuss how she empowers female athletes. In Part one of a two part episode, Coach Smedley breaks down her approach to coaching and how she has learned to focus on empowerment in order to help her team achieve at the highest level possible. http...

Breanne Smedley, Head Volleyball Coach at Columbia River HS and Elite Performance Coach for female athletes joins the podcast to share coaching wisdom and discuss how she empowers female athletes. In Part one of a two part episode, Coach Smedley breaks down her approach to coaching and how she has learned to focus on empowerment in order to help her team achieve at the highest level possible. http...

Josh Blumenthal, Director of Athletics and Head Lacrosse Coach at Wayland Academy joins the podcast. Coach Blue was named USA Lacrosse Coach of the Year for the Central Texas region in 2021. Coach talks about sports as a way to teach student-athletes to be better human beings, the value of redefining success, and how to navigate the peaks and valleys of sports and life.

Matt Sayman, Head Basketball Coach at Grapevine Faith Christian HS, joins the podcast to discuss what he has learned throughout his coaching journey. The discussion touches on the importance of accepting who you are, seeing your vision and selling it to your players, building shooters, shot selection, and learning to focus on the things you can control. Matt is also the author of The Leftovers: ht...

Rob Ehsan, Assistant Basketball Coach at Stanford University, joins the podcast to discuss what he has learned throughout his coaching journey. The discussion touches on the importance of turning adversity into triumph, intentionality, and finding mentors to guide you.

Justin and Marcus have a conversation about the lessons Coach Northcutt has learned through his experience coaching for the last 25 years and in his role as the Director of Athletics.