The Better Athletes Podcast

What does it take to transition from a small-town standout to the Ivy League and, ultimately, the professional ranks? In this episode, Host Coach Jordan Bledsoe sit down with John Wolff, a name synonymous with athletic excellence in Armonk. John’s journey is a masterclass in the "Better Athlete" philosophy. We dive into his roots as a dominant multi-sport athlete, his standout career on the diamon...

In this episode of the Better Athletes Podcast, Host Coach Jordan Bledsoe sits down with UCLA assistant coach and former Arlington High School standout, Molly Feighan. Molly shares her inspiring path from Hudson Valley soccer to competing at the Division I level—unpacking the determination, resilience, and perspective she developed along the way. Now a rising coach in the college game, Molly refle...

Host Coach Jordan Bledsoe & Matt Nein deep dive into the reveal day, culture walls that drive behavior, cost‑savvy lighting, the recovery room blueprint, and road ‘go‑bags’—plus how to juggle deadlines when projects go sideways. “We can make the racks glow gold.”

Host Coach Jordan Bledsoe and Matt Nein get tactical on integrating trendy drills without losing fundamentals, then pivot into building spaces that embody standards—setting up the donor‑backed transformation story. “Don’t stiff‑arm Instagram—translate it into teachable pieces.”

Coach Matt Nein traces his path from under‑the‑radar college pitcher to award‑winning S&C coach at Salisbury University and Team USA lacrosse. The convo hits values, resource constraints, and the mindset formula that turns good athletes into great ones. “Most people reach the edge—few step over it.”

In this special Better Athletes Podcast episode, we bring together a five‑athlete panel of college lacrosse players home on winter break and training through the Velocity Sports Performance program. Athletes from Lehigh, UAlbany, Rutgers, Johns Hopkins, and Oneonta share their journeys to the college game, the challenges and breakthroughs they’ve experienced, and the passion that keeps them commit...

In this episode of The Better Athletes Podcast, Host Coach Jordan sits down with Joe Mosher—an elite strength & conditioning coach and athletic trainer whose career bridges performance, injury management, and long-term athlete development. Jordan and Joe dive into what it truly means to build durable, adaptable, and high-performing athletes. Joe shares insights from his unique dual background:...

In this episode of the Better Athletes Podcast, host Coach Jordan Bledsoe sit down with Dr. Michael Donnelly, a Doctor of Physical Therapy and expert in sports rehabilitation and performance optimization. Dr. Donnelly shares his insights on injury prevention, recovery strategies, and how athletes can build resilience through proper movement mechanics and mobility work. We dive into the science beh...

In this episode of The Better Athletes Podcast, host Coach Jordan Bledsoe sits down with Coach Aly Dowey, a leading figure in high school lacrosse and athletic development at The Lawrenceville School. We dive deep into her coaching philosophy, player development strategies, and how she builds a winning culture that emphasizes leadership, resilience, and mental toughness. Coach Dowey shares actiona...

In this episode of The Better Athletes Podcast, host Coach Jordan Bledsoe sits down with Fordham Hall of Famer and former Arizona Cardinals quarterback John Skelton to explore the evolving landscape of youth sports and its impact on athlete development. John shares his journey from overlooked TX gunslinger to small college standout to NFL starter, offering candid insights into the highs and lows o...

In this episode of the  Better Athletes Podcast , host Coach Jordan Bledsoe welcomes Joe Pompo Co- founder of Get Reps and creator of the R1 Smart Lacrosse Ball, for a deep dive into how smart technology is elevating lacrosse performance and efficiency. Joe shares the journey behind the R1 Smart Ball — a cutting-edge tool that blends skill work with real-time data tracking...

In this episode, Host Coach Jordan Bledsoe sits down with Coach Jon Sable, Director of Operations for Predators Lacrosse, to explore what it takes to build better athletes—on and off the field. Coach Sable shares his journey through the lacrosse world, the values that drive the Predators program, and how elite-level operations shape athlete development and team culture. From managing logistics to...

In this episode of The Better Athletes Podcast, host Coach Jordan Bledsoe sits down with Coach Chris Doctor to explore his inspiring path through the world of lacrosse. From his early days cutting his teeth in coaching, to navigating the competitive world of college lacrosse, and now leading the Haudenosaunee Nationals, Coach Doctor shares the lessons, challenges, and triumphs that have shaped his...

In this episode of  The Better Athletes Podcast , Host Coach Jordan Bledsoe sits down with Syracuse lacrosse legend and current PLL head referee,  Matty Palumb . Matty reflects on his Hall of Fame career at Syracuse, sharing insights from his time as a national champion goalie and what it meant to wear the Orange. He also opens up about his journey beyond playing — he is a personality fo...

In this inspiring episode, Host Coach Jordan Bledsoe sits down with Miles Hansen , his former competitor on the gridiron & current ATC for Our Lady Of Lourdes High School. With a dual degree in Psychology and Sports Medicine from King's College and a background as a Division III football player, Miles brings a unique blend of mental and physical performance insight to the table. Reflecting on...

In this inspiring episode, Host Coach Jordan Bledsoe sits down with Jay Maietta, the Recreation Director for the Town of Fishkill, to explore the often-overlooked impact of recreation-level sports on youth development. Jay shares his philosophy on designing programs that meet kids where they are—emotionally, physically, and socially—and how taking creative risks in program design can lead to more...

In this powerful and introspective episode,  The Better Athletes  welcomes legendary lacrosse player  CJ Costabile  for a candid conversation recorded on the very day he was released by the New York Atlas. Arguably the best LSM to ever play the game, known for one of the most iconic goals in NCAA Championship history and a career defined by grit, leadership, and relentless pass...

In this episode, host Coach Jordan Bledsoe, sits down with Pat Sullivan, a seasoned PGA professional and youth sports advocate. Together, they explore the intersection of athletic development and long-term personal growth, diving into the mental and physical frameworks that shape successful athletes. Pat shares his journey through the world of golf, the lessons he's learned from coaching at variou...

In this episode of The Better Athletes Podcast, host Coach Jordan Bledsoe engaged in a conversation that could easily take place on the sidelines of a lacrosse field, anywhere along the east coast, on any given weekend. Deemer Class, the owner & operator of First Class Lacrosse & its numerous remarkable sub-brands, shared their insight on various topics, including coaching philosophy, the...

In this episode, we're joined by Jordan Bledsoe, owner & director of performance at Velocity Sports Performance. Jordan breaks down the PAR Model - "Pyramid of Advantage & Reality" - a powerful model for navigating youth sports - & shares insights on everything from pressure and entitlement to physical prep and personal growth. Lets dive in!

In this episode of The Better Athletes Podcast, host Coach Jordan Bledsoe sits down with Coach Andrew Pyke to explore the mindset, methods, & strategies that help athletes reach their peak performance. From training philosophies, what the ASCA is doing to prep for the 2032 Olympics, to some buy-in tactics that crushed in the weight room but flopped in the adjacent neighborhood - Coach Pyke sha...