Quincy Lewis-Buggs

Future First, Softball Second: College Planning for Softball Athletes & Parents

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Are you ready to own the college planning process as a softball family? Then you’re in the right place! I’m your host, Quincy Lewis-Buggs, and I’m a former DI, D2, and D3 college coach, D2 pitcher, and education/athletic administration major. Join me (along with some amazing guests) as we discuss college planning, finding your perfect fit, academics, and more!  COMMUNITY: https://www.diamonddynamics.org/connect-with-us.html CONNECT: Quincy@diamonddynamics.org  WORK WITH ME: https://www.diamonddynamics.org/work-with-us.html

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Quincy Lewis-Buggs

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Latest episode

Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

13: A Conversation with 2022 NCCAA Champion Kiersten Helle 01.08.2023

We're all about bringing you different perspectives and journeys, and Kiersten's is no different! She shares her experiences as a student-athlete at Southwest Assemblies of God University where she and her teammates won the 2022 National Christian College Athletic Association Championship! We also touch on her own college planning journey and advice she has for athletes and parents. Join...

12: A Conversation with Coach Tony Kurucz, a 12 Year College Coaching Veteran 18.07.2023

In this episode I chatted with Tony Kurucz, who has spent time at the D2, junior college, travel, and high school levels. He shares some open and honest insights into the process and mistakes players/parents/coaches are making. He also shares advice on how to be the athlete that doesn't just get to, but "makes it" at the next level! Join our ⁠⁠College Planning Facebook Group ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Co...

11: A Conversation with Linda McGinnis on to How to Set Yourself up for Success 13.06.2023

Turn 2 Softball Organization President, Linda McGinnis, shares success stories from her athletes, tips on how to choose the right fit for you regardless of division, and how to help yourself stand out from the crowd! Join our ⁠⁠College Planning Facebook Group ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Connect with Quincy⁠⁠ to see how we can support you Connect with us on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠

10: A conversation with JMU Short Stop Jasmine Hall 29.05.2023

James Madison University Short Stop Jasmine Hall takes us through her underclass years, her transition to college ball, and advice for high school athletes going through it all now! Join our ⁠⁠College Planning Facebook Group ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Connect with Quincy⁠⁠ to see how we can support you Connect with us on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠

9: A Conversation with Nichole Chilson on her Journey, Coaching Changes, and Overcoming Adversity 16.05.2023

Arizona State Softball Alum and Owner of Futures Softball, Nichole Chilson, talks with us about her journey with softball. From adapting to not just one, but two coaching changes to overcoming adversity as a freshman to advice for college softball hopefuls Nichole unpacks it all! Connect with Nichole on her Instagram page to see what she's up to with Futures Softball, the Future 49 training f...

8: Being 40 hours from Home, Dual HS Enrollment, & Using HS Softball to your Advantage with Taylor Yates 02.05.2023

Today I'm joined by Taylor Yates, owner of Triple Play Academy in Atlanta, Georgia and former D3 softball player at Agnes Scott. Taylor shares her experiences with moving from Washington to Georgia for college, how the recruiting process worked for her as a dual HS student and community college student, and how she used a not so competitive high school experience to her advantage in the recru...

7: A Conversation with Girl Athlete Confidence Coach Paige Tonz 25.04.2023

Today I'm joined by Girl Athlete Confidence Coach and Mentor, Paige Tonz. She played softball at Northwestern, and now works with athletes of all sports and ages to help transform them into strong women beyond the playing field or court. We touch on building confidence, social media, and imposter syndrome among other things! Connect with Paige: Paige's Website Paige's Instagram Paig...

6: Finding athletes, Choosing your Experience, and Building a Program with Shawnae Campbell 11.04.2023

In this episode, I'm joined by Los Angles Harbor College Head Coach and owner of Pound the Zone (PTZ) Pitching, Shawnae Campbell. She shares with us how her philosophy changed on finding athletes as she built her program from the ground up, tips for athletes and parents, and why pursuing every opportunity presented to you is important! Connect with Shawnae: Pound the Zone Instagram More on La...

5: Her Journey, Finding her Voice, and Overcoming Injury with Maddy Jean 29.03.2023

In today's episode I'm joined by Elizabethtown College Junior, Diamond Dynamics support staff, and College Planning Program Alum Maddy Jean. She'll share some of her own journey, what it's been like coming back from an injury, how she's started to build confidence, and is using her voice more! Join our ⁠⁠College Planning Facebook Group ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Connect with Quincy⁠⁠ to see how...

4: Communicating with College Coaches 101 - the "Dos" and "Donts" 14.03.2023

From emails, to social media, to phone calls/zooms, to in person we're talking all things communicating with college coaches this week. Your first impression matters, let's make sure it's a positive one!  Join our ⁠⁠College Planning Facebook Group ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Connect with Quincy⁠⁠ to see how we can support you Connect with us on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠

3: Navigating High School Softball Season with Mental Performance Coach Sarah Mueller 28.02.2023

As high school softball season approaches it isn't always the best experience for some athletes. It's sometimes difficult to overcome situations, keep a positive mindset, and focus on what really matters. In today's episode, I'm chatting with Mental Performance Coach and Owner of Elevation and Success LLC Sarah Mueller about how to make the best experience possible out of the n...

2: Advice on the Process with Umass Junior Abby Packard 14.02.2023

In today's episode I'm joined by Diamond Dynamics support staff, TC Tremors assistant coach, and Umass-Amherst junior Abby Packard. She'll share what she and the team have been up to during preseason, some of her own recruiting journey, advice she has for all of you, and what it's like to play for Olympian Danielle Henderson!  Join our ⁠⁠College Planning Facebook Group ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Con...

1: 5 Lessons Learned as a College Softball Coach 30.01.2023

We are thrilled to launch our first podcast episode and share all things softball college planning with you all!  The process can be so confusing and difficult. We hope these 5 lessons that Quincy learned as a college coach can help you navigate the process! Like what you hear? Give us a follow so you can catch our next episode, and drop some stars for us to rate our podcast!  Join our ⁠⁠College P...

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