SportsEpreneur

Taking lessons from the incredible sports figure and human being, Frank Reich. Today we speak with Tony Tennaro, Managing Chair for C12 Greater Charlotte. In this episode, we discuss the lessons we have learned from watching and being around Frank Reich.  We are excited to chat with Tony Tennaro on the SportsE+ Podcast. Business Lessons Learned from Frank Reich Headlines Reich’s time in Buffalo Fr...

Let’s talk basketball. Today we speak with recurring podcast guest and basketball coach, Alan Major. In this episode, we discuss the length of basketball seasons, why a game matters, and the upcoming NCAA rule changes.  With Coach Major taking a redshirt year, he was able to find time to come talk basketball with us. Coach Major is a former assistant at Ohio State, Xavier, and other schools. He is...

Discussing the mental health side of youth sports. Today we speak with Derek Bylsma, Executive Director of Millennium Counseling Center in Chicago, Illinois. In this episode, we discuss how important it is that parents help control the mental side of their young athletes. With today’s tools, youth athletes are hearing the noise from all angles. Derek and Eric discuss avenues for you to help your y...

Getting dirty and doing the work on and off the field. In this episode, we chat with Sean Farrell, CEO of Quality Data Systems and former Minor League Baseball Player for the Oakland Athletics. We discuss the life of a minor leaguer, business lessons from sports, and doing the work.   Sean learned from a young age that if he was going to make it on the field, he had to get dirty. He has taken thos...

Bouncing back after taking life’s biggest hits. In this episode, we chat with Grant Wiley, former West Virginia football player and Chief of Culture at Veepio. We discuss becoming a football All-American at West Virginia University, life’s realizations, and being present. All of this and more with Grant Wiley.  Grant was an all-American linebacker at West Virginia University in 2003. He hit hard o...

One of the best things going on today is the awareness around mental health. Today we speak with Derek Bylsma, Executive Director of Millennium Counseling Center in Chicago, Illinois. In this episode, we discuss how important it is that mental health has come to the forefront of people’s lives.  Derek specializes in recovery-related work, mental health disorders, and issues unique to athletic perf...

It all starts with a hockey culture. In this episode, we chat with Alex Roberts, franchise executive for FranChoice and former professional hockey player and coach. We talk about the life of a professional hockey player, coaching at an elite level, and franchising. All of this and more with hockey coach, Alex Roberts.  Alex’s career as a hockey coach and now Franchise executive was built on his ti...

If you have a passion for something, you can make a lifestyle out of it. In this episode, we chat with David Ring, Founder and Owner of Canyon Side Cages in San Diego, CA. We talk about teaching, a baseball life, and growing your business on Instagram. All of this and more with baseball coach, David Ring.  Through passion, hard work, an opportunity, and a viable market, David went for it, building...

“Goalkeeping is 75 percent mental.” In this episode, we chat with Jeff Attinella, goalkeeper for the Portland Timbers of the MLS. We talk about the mindset of a soccer goalkeeper, the Portland Timbers, and an athlete creating content. All of this and more with Portland goalkeeper, Jeff Attinella.  Jeff led the Timbers’ team to the 2018 MLS Cup. He played college soccer in his home state at the Uni...

A former Buckeye on taking your game to the next level in sports, life, and business. In this episode, we chat with James Cotton, founder of Buck-Icon and former Buckeye football player. We talk Ohio State football, life transitions, and accountability. All of this and more with Buckeye great, James Cotton.   Buck-Icon’s mission is to become a premier apparel and merchandise retailer. Buck-Icon pr...

A no-nonsense approach to leadership. In this episode, we chat with one of the top high school football coaches in the country. We talk leadership, growing up, and being great. All of this and more with high school football coach, Thomas Wilcher. Thomas Wilcher is the head football coach at Cass Tech High School in Detroit, Michigan. Thomas is an NCAA Division 1 Track and Field National Champion i...

Sports media wants your clicks. As sports fans, it’s often hard to be unbiased. Being real and genuine goes a long way, and often, sports media is not real or genuine.   With today’s tools, there are ways to find (or create) the platform you want to see. In this episode, we talk about the good and the bad in sports media.    We had Shane Larson, the host of The Gametime Guru Podcast, share his tho...

This is an audible-style blog post on the SportsEpreneur platform. This article is titled, “I Have To Admit– There’s A Lot of Self-Talk in SportsEpreneur Articles” A  lot of what we write on SportsEpreneur  is  self – talk . Not all of it, but a  lot  of it. It’s accountability. We all should  have  it. We all  need  it. Read the full article on the SportsEpreneur blog . —— Are you an athlete or e...

Providing insight into the positives of playing for the Buffalo Bills. In this episode, we discuss Buffalo, New York, an NFL career, and building a business that helps high school athletes reach their dreams. All of this and more with former Illinois and Buffalo Bills offensive lineman, Marques Sullivan. Marques and Eric met on Twitter after Marques made his thoughts felt about someone hating on B...

Do you bring a positive spark to your team? In this episode, we discuss bringing energy to a team—in sports and business.  Positive energy can bring everyone up around you. On all levels of teams, you see athletes join new teams and provide that spark. That kind of spark may be the push that team needed.   On the other end of it, having toxic individuals on your team can bring everyone down.   Can...

Applying the Patrick Mahomes method as a rookie in business. In this episode, we discuss the Patrick Mahomes method and taking the leap.  Learning from those around you, applying those methods, and taking the leap has proven to be a successful model for one’s career.  We see the Patrick Mahomes method as an extreme example of this playing out. Our intern followed it and it allowed him to ready him...

Ohio State Buckeye great gets real on being a Buckeye and becoming an entrepreneur. In this episode, we chat with Chimdi Chekwa, a current NFL free agent and entrepreneur. The discussion focuses in on life in the NFL, sports and business, and the Ohio State Buckeyes culture. Chimdi is a former Ohio State Buckeyes football player and current entrepreneur as a co-owner of The Pit BBQ Grille in Colum...

If you allow yourself to get caught up in a cause that is bigger than yourself, you will witness miracles. In this episode, we speak with Brady Murray, CEO of Mass Mutual Intermountain West and Founder of RODS Racing. This chat focuses in on Racing for Orphans with Down Syndrome (RODS).  Brady carries on his incredible journey with his ultimate cause: finding homes for orphans with down syndrome. ...

Former Ohio State Buckeyes college basketball coach leads, inspires, and story-tells. Today we speak with Alan Major, college basketball coach, speaker, and author. In this episode, we discuss loving the game and building a foundation for success.  Alan has coached at UNC Charlotte, The Ohio State University, Xavier University, University of the Pacific, and California Lutheran University. Coach M...

Sometimes you just have to talk it out. Today we speak with Derek Bylsma, Executive Director of Millennium Counseling Center in Chicago, Illinois. In this episode, we discuss overcoming mental health struggles.  Derek specializes in recovery-related work, mental health disorders, and issues unique to athletic performance. He is enthusiastic about leading the sports division at his group as it marr...

America’s Pastime. But is baseball just that, a past time? In this episode, we discuss the state of major league baseball.   While financially, the MLB is growing, there seem to be some issues with the sport.   As we look ahead, we discuss some of the issues we believe are going on with Major League Baseball. And look at some ways baseball could get back to being that past time so many love  I am...

Taking you back to the baseball card era. Today we speak with Stu Stone, Director of the sports documentary, Jack of All Trades. In this episode, we discuss baseball cards, authenticity, and Jack of All Trades   Stu Stone is an actor and writer from Ontario, Canada. He is best known for his work on Donnie Darko, The Boys Club, and Jack of All Trades.    Jack of All Trades is a documentary that giv...

Raising awareness around mental health in sports. Today we speak with Derek Bylsma, Executive Director of Millennium Counseling Center in Chicago, Illinois. In this episode, we discuss mental health in sports.  Derek specializes in recovery-related work, mental health disorders, and issues unique to athletic performance. He is enthusiastic about leading the sports division at his group as it marri...

As a business leader, you can take business lessons from just about anything. In this episode, we discuss youth sports lessons. —— We are super intrigued by youth sports today. Both the good and the bad.  So in this short podcast, we discuss the good and the bad of youth sports and how it applies to the business world.  I am sure the house is divided on this topic. Regardless of your opinion, we a...

Getting back to the fundamentals. Today we speak with Bruce Snell, President of BSG International. In this episode, we discuss breaking through the barrier with fundamentals in sports and business.  —— Bruce Snell is a business operations consultant and author of the book, Breaking Through the Four Barriers of Quality.  He learned all about overcoming obstacles by playing football in Alabama—100 y...