The Christian Coach Podcast

Phil Shomo (@philshomocoaching) is a Mental Skills Coach who helps competitive athletes turn adversity into advantage by focusing on developing their human skills within the pressurized environment of high-level competition. Before starting a coaching business geared toward the human side of athletes, Phil spent 35 years and over 17,000 hours coaching young people in a variety of arenas to navigat...

Lee Taylor Walker (@coachltwalker) has been at the helm of the TCU women's tennis team since 2014. The horned frogs have reached the NCAA tournament multiple times since Coach Walker's arrival. In this conversation with Gian, he discusses: The 4 principles of his coaching philosophy What he's learned during the pandemic The importance of not giving up on your players when they don't meet your expe...

Justin Brown (@CoachBrownSTC) is our first ever repeat guest!! He recently just published his first book, "Stay the Course: 5 Transformational Principles of Leaders who Last." In  this conversation with Gian, Justin digs into some of the stories in his book about: Brad Stevens Tony Dungy The Berlin Marathon Volunteer who helped break the world record And much more! Here is the link for the bo...

Today we have a Valentine's Day Special Episode. We hope you listen to it with your spouse! Beth Walker (@Bw_alker) is a wife, mother and author of the book "Lessons From the Sidelines." In this talk with Gian, Mrs. Walker discusses the point of view of a coach's wife. Some of the topics of this conversation were: Blooming where you are planted How do you know if you are living in your "sweet spot...

Brian Smith (@BrianSmithAIA) is on staff with Athletes in Action. He also wrote the book "The Assist: A Gospel-Centered Guide to Glorifying God through Sports." In this conversation with Gian, Brian discusses: How to glorify God using sports How coaches and athletes should be using Phil. 4:13 Should Christians show emotions during competition? Here are some links from Brian Smith: - His book - His...

Mike Show (@CSUDefenders) is currently holding the position of Head Coach for the Golf team at Clarks Summit University. He was the most requested guest we've ever had in the history of our show. Coach Show's personal story of faith is so powerful, you don't want to miss it! Here is a few topics he discussed with Gian: What questions to ask your players on a weekly basis The role of toughness in r...

Coach Sayles (@LeoSayles) has been the Volleyball Head Coach and Associate AD for Sport Ministry at Grove City University since 2018. He has had stops as a Volleyball Coach at Gardner-Webb and Bryan College. He has also written the book "Ordering our steps," a devotional for anyone involved with sports! Besides his incredible personal story, Coach Sayles shared with Gian about: Focusing on your "R...

Dean Jaderston (@friends_wbb20) is in his 2nd season at the helm of the Women's Basketball program at Friends University in Kansas. Coach Jaderston has over 30 years of experience coaching High School and College players. He is also the executive director of a premier summer Christian family conference called Northern Pines of Minnesota. In this talk with Chad, Coach Jaderston talks about: The evo...

Brian Catanella (@BrianCatanella) is a businessman, author and youth football coach. In this interview with Chad, he shares: The four P's that help leaders make a greater impact What kind of lenses we have to wear when interacting with the world The importance of connection Check out his book, "Lead with Love" here!   Follow us on Twitter: @ChristCoachPod Follow us on Instagram: @ChristCoachP...

Dr. Amber Selking (@DrSelking) currently serves as the Mental Performance Coach for the Notre Dame Football Team. Her personal story and insights will inspire everyone. In this conversation with Gian, Dr. Selking shares: The one thing she does every morning to ground herself in God's Will How thoughts can impact physical performance Insights into how ND Football has handled this season And much mo...

Jeff Clark (@IWUHoops) , has been the Associate Head Coach at Indiana Wesleyan Basketball for over a decade, winning 3 NAIA National Championships!! Chad had a chance to sit down with Coach Clark and discuss: IWU's "I am Third" philosophy The issues of comparing yourself to others in the profession His intentionality when praying for his players Follow us on Twitter: @ChristCoachPod Follow us on I...

Ritchie McKay (@LibertyMBB_) is the Head Men's Basketball Coach for the Liberty Flames, one of the hottest programs in the country right now! In this interview with Gian, Coach McKay goes in depth into: His journey to Liberty; What it takes to keep Christ at the center of our lives; Pursuit over Perfection; What he looks for in his recruits; And much more! Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!! &n...

Daniel Chappell (@DanielChappell5) is the Area Director for the Vermillion Valley FCA. He is also a certified 3Dimensional Coaching presenter who has delivered workshops to coaches at every level of sport across the Midwest. Having played for 3Dimensional Coaches, Daniel has a passion for helping coaches envision their transformational purpose in coaching by capturing the hearts of their athletes....

Jarvis Jelen (@sodakrunner) is the Head Cross Country Coach/ Assistant Track & Field Coach for the ACU Wildcats. Chad had the opportunity to talk with Coach Jelen about a variety of topics, including: The importance of creativity in coaching Being bold in the recruiting process Allowing players to take ownership of the program Follow us on Twitter: @ChristCoachPod Follow us on Instagram: @Chri...

Lee de Leon (@LDeLeon5) is the Deputy Athletic Director for the Ragin' Cajuns. He also serves as the President of AD's for Christ. Its mission is to “connect, encourage, and equip current and aspiring athletics directors who love Jesus and are committed to making an impact for Him through college athletics." In this conversation with Chad, Lee discusses: Why leaders should be readers How ADs...

Chris Johnson ( @GoHornetsTennis ) is at the helm of both Men's and Women's Tennis Programs at the University of Lynchburg. He was also Chad and Gian's college coach for 4 years! In this special episode, Gian got to talk with Coach Johnson and get him to share about: His development as a college coach How to stay filled with the Word in order to pour into others How to foster an environment of gro...

Gary Tidwell (@GaryTidwell11) is at the helm of Blue Devils Boy's Basketball Team since 2016. He was also Chad's High School Basketball Coach! In this special interview, Coach Tidwell talked about: Staying humble in the midst of success Waiting and preparing to be a Head Coach How to explain what the Gospel is to others Follow us on Twitter: @ChristCoachPod Follow us on Instagram: @ChristCoachPod

Danelle Bishop (@CPPCoachBishop) is the Head Women's Basketball Coach at Cal Poly Pomona, a D2 program in California. In her 11 years there, the Broncos have had six Sweet 16 appearances including one Final Four. In this talk with Gian, Coach Bishop shares about: Her strategies to bond with her players  Her definition of success How to always stay faithful during tough times Follow us on Twit...

Holland McCoy ( @CoachHollandMcCoy ) is in her third year as the Assistant Track and Field Coach at Olivet Nazarene. In this episode, Gian and Holland discuss: Her journey to Olivet Nazarene and staying open to God's plan Her passion for journaling and its value The role her family played in her growth as a woman and coach   Follow us on Twitter: @ChristCoachPod Follow us on Instagram: @Chris...

Julius Dixon ( @CoachDixon44 ) is in his 6th season as the Head Football Coach at Point University. In this episode, Chad had the opportunity to catch up with Coach Dixon and talk about: Staying faithful through unsettling times Winning a national title as a player with the Furman Paladins The importance of Head Coaches delegating duties to their Assistants   Follow us on Twitter: @ChristCoac...

Adam Godwin ( @adamgodwin ) is the Head Men's Soccer Coach at Randolph College. In this talk with Gian, Adam was able to share insights on: His journey from England to the U.S. How working in a football program has helped him become a better soccer coach True North Sports ' work in helping coaches beyond the X' and O's Importance of professional development for all coaches   Follow us on Twit...

Tom Simpson currently serves as the Head Coach for both Men's and Women's Tennis teams at Coker University, a Division 2 program in South Carolina. He is also Chad's uncle!! In this episode, Chad got to talk with Coach Simpson about: Tom's influence in Chad's life  Strategies to get you and your spouse on the same page  How to continue to grow close to God throughout your whole life Foll...

Andrew Veeder ( @AVeeder ) is the Assistant Coach for the Women's Tennis Team at The Air Force Academy. In this talk, Gian and Andrew reminisce about their college playing days as well as discuss: Staying confident in God's plan for your life The role his wife plays in coaching career Andrew's definition of success Follow us on Twitter: @ChristCoachPod Follow us on Instagram: @ChristCoachPod @Chri...

Katie Guillory ( @Steel_Guil ) currently Guillory oversees program design for The Fighting Illini softball team while assisting with women’s swimming & diving, and men’s and women’s gymnastics.  Gian had the opportunity to talk with Katie and discuss: her experience at the College World Series Books every coach should read Mindset of growth through struggles The ever inc...

Tory Wooley ( @coachToryWooley ) is in his 8th season as the Women's Basketball Head Coach for the Point University Skyhawks. A native of Atlanta, Wooley is a graduate of Southwest Atlanta Christian, where he played alongside center Dwight Howard of the Los Angeles Lakers. As teammates, Howard and Wooley won two high school Class-A region championships together. Chad sat down with Coach Wooley and...