Chris Yeager

Spartan Culture

Sports EN ↓ 32 episodes

"Spartan Culture" is an enlightening podcast that delves into the heart of the Mountain Brook Spartan football program. Hosted by players and coaches, each episode offers insightful discussions about the program's core values, transformative process, and memorable events. Tailored for the Mountain Brook Spartan football family, including players and their families. This podcast serves as a platform for fostering deeper understanding and appreciation of the Spartan Culture both on and off the field.

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Author

Chris Yeager

Episodes

EPISODE 7-Mike Thorsen Bids Farwell 22.04.2024 57:01

After a coaching career that spans 51 years, Mike Thorsen says goodbye to coaching. In our conversation we talk about how his coaching philosophy was shaped by his training as a Marine, his path as a coach, great memories but most importantly what being a Mountain Brook Spartan has meant to him.

EPISODE 6 - Clark Griffin, Spartan Linebacker 2020 & Sam Higgins, Spartan Runningback 2020 14.04.2024 48:57

Former Mountain Brook Spartan linebacker, Clark Griffin, talks about winning the 2023 Division 2 National Championship at Harding University and about his time at Alabama under Nick Saban. Clark and former Spartan runningback Sam Higgins talk about their time in the Mountain Brook Spartan football program and lessons learned.

EPISODE 5 - Jake Jordan, Head Athletic Trainer 04.04.2024 52:32

This podcast has something for our parents and players. Jake Jordan, Mountain Brook Spartan, Head Athletic Trainer discusses: 1. The role of the athletic trainer and how it has changed over the years. 2. The all-star medical staff available to our players. 3. Protocol for a player with injury or illness. 4. Tips for players and parents to help prevent injury and illness.

EPISODE 4 - Vaughn Frost, Spartan Linebacker 2020-2022 01.04.2024 49:24

Vaughn Frost applies for a prestigious scholarship. The final stage of his application process includes an interview before the scholarship committee. Listen as Vaughn explains the unexpected direction of questioning by the committee. Vaughn also takes us inside the academic culture at Mountain Brook High School. Vaughn shares highlights from his senior football and lacrosse season.

Episode 3 - Head Wrestling Coach, Justin Ransom & Football Player/Wrestler, William Courtenay 25.03.2024 52:41

Head Wrestling Coach Justin Ransom tells the story of how Mountain Brook Wrestling was built from a struggling program into State champions. He discusses the importance of listening. Coach Ransom and William Courtenay provide advise to the multi-sport athlete. If you have a child in junior high athletics frustrated by lack of playing time, wait until you hear the William Courtenay story! William a...

Episode 2 - Head Strength Conditioning Coach Kyle Speer & Guest 18.03.2024 45:53

Our guest this week is Mountain Brook Spartan Strength and Conditioning Coach, Kyle Speer. Coach Speer shares his personal and career journey as well as insights into his training philosophy and what brings him joy in working with young men and women. Coach Speer has as guest one of our outstanding performers this off-season.

Episode 1 - Spartan Culture Introduction 11.03.2024 4:58

In this inaugural episode Mountain Brook Head Football Coach, Chris Yeager discusses the purpose of the Spartan Culture podcast.