Samson Strength Coach Collective

What does "reverse-engineering sport" mean? The term seems to have infiltrated the world of sport performance, but how do we come to a consensus on what it means to truly prepare athletes for sport? In this episode, UMass Assistant Director of Sport Performance, Joel Reinhardt walks us through a variety of topics consisting of his definitions of reverse-engineering sport, areas where we fall short...

After four major surgeries (ACL reconstruction, meniscectomy, Tommy John surgery, and ankle reconstruction), Bobby Smith decided to take the same qualities that made him a competitive 3-sport athlete and establish a facility that would provide athletes with proper guidance to avoid such injuries. In this episode we cover "The Components of Training and Developing a Great Team" as Bobby takes us t...

Alex Richard, Director of Sport Performance at DME Academy in Daytona Beach, FL give us his thoughts on the "5-10%" lens he sees physical preparation through for team-sport athletes. In this basketball-centered conversation, Alex and Anthony cover how he uses vertical integration through specific categories to prepare his athletes, the high/low model, in addition to the methods he employs to crea...

Coach Zach Even - Esh sits down with Coach Kris Körper to discuss strength, coaching philosophies and his journey.   Find More of Coach Zach Even Esh: Instagram: @zevenesh zacheven-esh.com

DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed in this interview are not that of the United States Government, the DoD, or KBR Contracting.    The tables are turned on this episode! Coach Tom Palumbo hosts Justin Schwind to cover his journey to the tactical sector and his coaching philosophy.

Jake Labhart dives into Coach Jared Renyer's coaching philosophy and journey to Ft. Riley.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this interview are not that of the United States Goverment, United States Armed Forces, the DoD, or KBR Contracting.   Daniel Williams works with the United States Navy as a Tactical Strength Coach.  His journey includes multiple stops at the collegiate level before making the jump into the tactical sector.

Randy Schrader has 35 years of experience in the coaching business!  His lessons and philosophies are truly something to hang your hat on.  He most recently was awarded the 2021 NHSSCA COY award for the state of Missouri. In this episode he sits down with Matt Tometz to cover his journey. 

Jake Labhart sits down with Josh Bonhotal for a great interview and conversation around Human Performance and prevention.  With early success and landing his dream career at a young age, Josh had a yearning for more which led him to his career with Future Fitness App.   Find More of Josh: @jbonhotal (Instagram/Twitter) Joshua Bonhotal (LinkedIn) Future Fitness App: www.future.co

Dive in with Coach Palumbo as he covers his journey to AFSOC HQ and his coaching philosophy.  His knowledge and wisdom of the field have set him up for success at every stop he has had.   *Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this interview are not that of the United States Government, the DoD, or the United States Air force*

Tim McClellan has paved the way and laid a great foundation for our industry.  Having coached athletes at every level Coach McClellan has seen it all. His leadership and love for high performance has allowed him to continue perfecting his craft to this day. He sits down with Justin Schwind and Darius Ducre to cover his journey.

Scott McLafferty is the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Colorado State Football Team.   He shares his valuable experiences of having great mentors in our industry, his journey, and his coaching philosophy.  

Before joining the Athletic Training staff at FAU, Tyler was the Head ATC and strength coach for the Greensboro Swarm.  His passion and beliefs in health prevention and fitness help shape his practice in the Athletic Training realm.  Tyler sits down with Matt Tometz to discuss his journey. Get more of Tyler Lesher: tlesher.com Instagram: @tlesh15

Joe Sawicki sits down with former athlete and student Anthony Morando to discuss his journey through the industry back to a private sector position.  Anthony is the Performance Manager for Altru Health Center in Grand Forks, ND.

Anthony Grasso interviews Director of Sports Medicine, Joe Sawicki,  of Shattuck St. Mary's School.  Joe serves as the High Performance Director for the school.  

Hayden Baillio joins Jake Labhart on this episode of the Strength Coach Collective.  Hayden is a Highland Games Competitor and Former Track Start turned strength coach.  Inspired b his collegiate coach, he entered the kinesiology program during his years at the University of Texas and has never looked back.  

Erich Anthony, Assistant Athletic Director for Athletic Performance, of the University of Tulsa joins Justin Schwind and Darius Ducre on this episode of the Collective.  Coach Anthony discusses the positive impact of a great mentor and internship experience can propel your future career in the strength and conditioning profession. 

Carlos Gonzalez, strength and conditioning coach for the Tampa Bay Rays Organization sits down with Tony Nash for the first episode of 2021! 

Legendary Coach Bill Foran of the Miami Heat sits down with Justin Schwind to talk about his journey, lessons, and principles of coaching. 

Coach Gary Calcagno is the Assistant DIrector of Strength and Conditioning for Oklahoma State University Football program and heads up the strength and conditioning program for the OSU wrestling team.  Justin Schwind, Darius Ducre, and Joseph Boyd sit down to dig into coach Calcagno's career and philosophy. 

Matt Tometz hosts Coach Nick Zostautas, Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at the University of Illinois at Chicago.  Nick's journey is the epitome of trusting the process and making the most of every opportunity he is given. Tune in now!

Sean Swetnam hosts Hall of Fame Strength Coach Johnny Parker.  Coach Parker has been a pioneer for our industry, tune in now for some timeless lessons and an extremely valuable chat. 

Sean Swetnam interviews Coach Connor Gettemy, Director of Sport Performance for Flagler College. 

This episode features Director of Sport Performance for CSU Bakersfield, Brendon Ziegler.  Previously Recorded early on in 2020, He sits down with former colleague Nate Barry to discuss his journey, the intangibles of coaching and return to play protocols due to COVID 19 pandemic. Tune in now

Darius Ducre sits down with Legendary strength coach Dana LeDuc!