The Christian Coach Podcast

Show Notes   Paul Phillips is the Assistant Baseball Coach at Covenant College.   In this conversation with Gian, he discusses: The importance of finding community His experience living in Alaska, Germany and Singapore  Extra Question: Time management for a coach/husband  (The Christian Coach Community Only) And much more!!!   Follow us on Twitter: @ChristCoachPod

Show Notes   Eric Spangler is the Head Men's Tennis Coach at Haverford College.   In this conversation with Gian, he discusses: His journey of faith during COVID The power of mentorship in his life Extra Question: How to make your athletes improve at a faster rate.  (The Christian Coach Community Only) And much more!!!   Follow us on Twitter: @ChristCoachPod

Show Notes   Neal Young is the Head Basketball Coach at Ohio Northern University.   In this conversation with Gian, he discusses: How he head coached 2 sports at the same time. Whose kingdom are you trying to build? Extra Question: Productivity tips for a busy coach.  (The Christian Coach Community Only) And much more!!!   Follow us on Twitter: @ChristCoachPod

Show Notes   Steve Hayes is the Head Football Coach at Trinity Christian Academy in Addison, TX.   In this conversation with Gian, he discusses: Culture training for parents Standards Chasers vs. Rule Followers The fallacy of sports automatically teaching character Extra Question: What would he say if he met with his 25-yr old self  (The Christian Coach Community Only) And much more!!!   Follow us...

Show Notes   Jeni Neatherlin is the Superintendent for the Granger ISD in Texas!   In this conversation with Gian, she discusses: How coaches can advocate for their teams Current struggles high school students are facing Extra Question: What has she learned from her college coach  (The Christian Coach Community Only) And much more!!!   Follow us on Twitter: @ChristCoachPod

Show Notes   Matt McCarty is the Head Football Coach at Northwestern College.   In this conversation with Gian, he discusses: The power of reading books as a team The importance of being excellent at your current job Handling different levels of faith within such a large roster Extra Question: How Head Coaches can delegate better  (The Christian Coach Community Only) And much more!!!   Follow us o...

Show Notes   Mike Zumpano is the Lacrosse Assistant Coach at Liberty University   In this conversation with Gian, he discusses: The power of repetition His parents impact in him playing sports Extra Question: What has God taught him through his team wins  (The Christian Coach Community Only) And much more!!!   Follow us on Twitter: @ChristCoachPod

Show Notes   Jake DeLaney is the Assistant Basketball Coach at Gardner-Webb.   In this conversation with Gian, he discusses: The Power of Mentors How growing up with 3 sisters shaped him Extra Question: The importance of journaling  (The Christian Coach Community Only) And much more!!!   Follow us on Twitter: @ChristCoachPod

Sign up for the What What Wednesday Newsletter !   ----more----     Show Notes   Nathan Bacon is the Head Baseball Coach at Dordt University.   In this conversation with Gian, he discusses: How to create a person-centered coaching philosophy From faking his faith to living it out Extra Question: The importance of journaling  (The Christian Coach Community Only) And much more!!!   Follow us on Twit...

Brian Smith (@BrianSmithAIA) is on the show for the second time! His new book, The Christian Athlete: Glorifying God in Sports, comes out on April 5th. You can pre-order now here: https://www.amazon.com/Christian-Athlete-Glorifying-God-Sports/dp/0830783253     In this conversation with Gian, he discusses: Mental Health of athletes and how coaches can help Effort vs. Excellence The 3 dangers of a d...

Sign up for the What What Wednesday Newsletter !   ----more----     Show Notes   Vickie Benson is the Head Girl's Basketball Head Coach at James Bowie High School in Texas.   She also organizes a basketball tournament to raise awareness of mental health! Here is the link for the tournament: https://www.beyoutifulclassic.com   In this conversation with Gian, she discusses: Christian Coach = running...

Eric Shourds is the Assistant Head Coach, Defensive Coordinator, and Compliance Coordinator at Crown College in Minnesota. He also used to coach both men's and women's tennis teams at Crown.   In this conversation with Gian, he discusses: Transferrable skills between Football and Tennis How his life story led him to the coaching profession Lessons from his dad Making his team a "house of prayer" E...

Sign up for the What What Wednesday Newsletter !   ----more----     Show Notes   Russell Smelley is the Head Track and Field, Cross Country Coach at Westmont College in California.   In this conversation with Gian, he discusses: How to start crafting your coaching philosophy His journey during the London Olympics How his greatest mentor was his biggest rival "Don't use your athletes to prove somet...

Sign up for the What What Wednesday Newsletter !   ----more----   Show Notes   Doug Simons is a former professional baseball player and is currently the Covenant Scots Baseball Head Coach.   In this conversation with Gian, he discusses: His journey through the professional ranks How God orchestrated his coming to Covenant How to vet athlete's faith before they arrive on campus Extra Question: Work...

Sign up for the What What Wednesday Newsletter !   ----more----   Show Notes   Dr. Chris Hobbs is a former coach and now has the role of Director of Institutional Advancement at 2nd Baptist School.   In this conversation with Gian, he discusses: The biggest struggle athletes and coaches face The impact his college coach had on him The greatest challenge coaches have Extra Question: Books that have...

Sign up for the What What Wednesday Newsletter !   ----more----   Show Notes   Randy Jackson is the Head Football Coach at North Forney High School. He's also a speaker and author. His website     In this conversation with Gian, he discusses: Finding the right job fit for your life/skills How to use stories to get your point across Why the Christian Coach is an important person in the community Ex...

Sign up for the What What Wednesday Newsletter !   ----more----   Show Notes   Jake Myers is the Head S&C Coach at St. Francis University.   In this conversation with Gian, he discusses: The 3 pillars of his coaching philosophy Coaching philosophy = life philosophy Why he chose the field of Strength and Conditioning Extra Question: Parenting tips for new parents  (The Christian Coach Community Onl...

Sign up for the What What Wednesday Newsletter ! ----more---- Show Notes   Chance Joost is the Men's and Women's Tennis Head Coach at William Woods University.   In this conversation with Gian, he discusses: The task of leading players from 13 different countries within his team How to minister at a non-Christian university His journey of faith and development as a man Extra Question: The issue of...

Sign up for the What What Wednesday Newsletter ! ----more---- Show Notes   Emily Dinsmore is the Assistant Field Hockey Coach at App State.   In this conversation with Gian, she discusses: Her faith journey through 2 colleges Importance of having godly friends Her experience as a 2-sport athlete at Liberty university Extra Question: What are the biggest issues female athletes are currently facing ...

Sign up for the What What Wednesday Newsletter ! ----more---- Show Notes   Leo Sayles is the volleyball Head Coach at Grove City College as well as an author and speaker.   In this conversation with Gian, he discusses: His process of writing his second book, Ordering Our Steps 2 What it means to be set apart Extra Question: Why the best coaches weren't necessarily the best players  (The Christian...

Sign up for the What What Wednesday Newsletter ! ----more---- Show Notes   Dan Britton is the Chief Field Officer for FCA.   In this conversation with Gian, he discusses: The origin of the word "coach" Letting God pour in His daily spiritual disciplines Extra Question: What is the "empty Bible?" (The Christian Coach Community Only) And much more!!!   Follow us on Twitter: @ChristCoachPod ----more-...

Matt Warner is the Play by Play Broadcaster at Liberty University. He also hosts and produces The Flames Central Show on ESPN+.   In this conversation with Gian, he discusses: Authenticity in athletics How media helps the school fulfill its mission How to honor God off the field And much more!!!   Follow us on Twitter: @ChristCoachPod ----more----   Sign up for The Christian Coach Community !! It'...

Sign up for The Christian Coach Community!! It's a place where you will connect with like-minded coaches of all sports and levels that love Jesus and love people! The profits will be donated to Sports Ministries all around the country! Link: The Christian Coach Community  When you sign up, you get: - Chad and Gian's EBOOK  - Watch the video version of the podcast with an extra question to our gues...

Show Notes Connor Smith is the Athletic Director at Dallas Baptist University. In this conversation with Gian, he discusses: “Long obedience in the right direction” Seeing Head Coaches as CEOs of their program Hiring checklist for Head Coaches And much more!!! Follow us on Twitter: @ChristCoachPod Follow us on Instagram: @ChristCoachPod   ----more----   Sign up for The Christian Coach Community!!...

Show Notes Kelly Findley is the Liberty University Men's Soccer Head Coach. In this conversation with Gian, he discusses: Dynamics of coaching his own son Coaches as "users or developers" of athletes Using Christ as a decision filter Keys to being a great Grad Assistant And much more!!! Follow us on Twitter: @ChristCoachPod Follow us on Instagram: @ChristCoachPod   ----more----   Sign up for The C...