The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast

David is a nationally known T&F announcer and is the Director of Client Relations for Coach O. Pulling from his decades coaching experience, he shares how to simplify the teaching of new concepts for beginner athletes for all coaches, especially brand new coaches, with examples of starting blocks, relay exchanges, training on the road and getting new long jumpers started. If you'd like to...

From competing as a multi-event athlete at the University of Rhode Island to leading the program as head coach, Trent Baltzell has lived every phase of the collegiate track and field experience. In this episode, Trent shares how authenticity, relationships, and persistence have shaped his coaching journey—from first-time head coach at Assumption to returning home to URI. His story is filled with l...

Welcome to Gill1918, the track & field coaching podcast powered by Gill Athletics. Since 1918, Gill has been dedicated to empowering coaches with innovative equipment—now, we're bringing elite coaching education straight to your ears. Our goal is to create the Ted Talks of track/field podcasts bringing the annual track clinic to your ears DAILY! Topics will include but are not limited to c...

Coach Jamal Moore is a speed and performance coach completing his first full year of coaching for PAP Sports in Upstate SC. Jamal recognizes the importance of positive relationships between coaches, athletes, and parents. He shares his refreshing insights to remind, encourage, and inspire coaches everywhere that those little personal details add up quickly. If you are interested in contributing an...

Join us as we kick off Season 7 of the Gill Connections podcast as we welcome newly named Univ of Texas throws coach Mo Saatara to the show. From surviving a revolution to shaping world champions — Mo Saatara’s story is one of resilience, reinvention, and relentless pursuit of excellence. In this episode, Mo shares how his journey from Iran to Northern Arizona, Michigan, Cal Berkeley, and now Texa...

Coach Emeott's East Kentwood HS teams have won 8 State Titles and a National Team Championship. At EK they've built one of the biggest T&F programs in the country. Learn how they recruit within their district and why those methods matter to both the team and to each athlete. If you’d like to contribute an episode, email David Mitchell at clientrelations@coacho.com.

From football dreams to track passion, Bradley Moon’s journey is one of faith, humility, and servant leadership. As founder of Sprint Free Training and co-creator of the upcoming Remotion app, Bradley’s story shines a light on what happens when coaching goes beyond ego — focusing instead on relationships, respect, and doing it “for the kids.” In this inspiring season finale, Mike and Bradley unpac...

Tanya is Founder & CEO of Sportspreneurs-A Division of Activate International and a Coach O Ambassador. She is our presenter for this, the first episode in the Youth and Beginner Series Powered by Coach O. If you’d like to contribute an episode, we’d love to hear from you! Please contact David Mitchell at clientrelations@coacho.com to learn more about how you can get involved and/or to give fe...

This week, we flip the script and feature one of our amazing dealer partners who helps us empower coaches every single day. Meet Mike McCarroll — former pole vaulter, college coach, and now a Game One sales rep helping athletic programs across Texas get the equipment they need. Mike shares his journey 📈: 🦅 Growing up a proud Texas pole vaulter with a family legacy 🎓 Choosing McMurry University...

Shannon is the Founder & CEO of MyBya.com and the MyBya App, the author of The Lactate Revolution and a 4-time World Championships Triathlon top-10 finisher. This speed-focused talk is the third in a series that Shannon has prepared for us on using lactate data to improve training and performance. If you've got a topic to share, contact  David Mitchell to learn more.

To celebrate Boo Schnexnayder's induction into the 2025 USTFCCCA Coaches Hall of Fame tonight in Dallas, Tx we're replaying his original interview from 2021. As you can imagine, Boo's episode is our #1 most listened to episode EVER! In an effort to uplift and honor his amazing legacy (that continues to be built to this day!) we hope you enjoy listening to this episode again, and if it&...

From Glenwood alum to head coach, Mike Garber shares how a mentor’s relentless positivity shaped his coaching, why he treats the classroom like five daily “shows,” and how he helps athletes do what they never thought possible. 🧠 Mindset shift: from “have to” → “get to” 🦸 Mentors & modeling: Coach Mike Johnson’s lasting impact 🏫 Teaching first: tech in the classroom, FCA, and lifelong learni...

Every year at the USTFCCCA Convention, we do a LIVE taping of the Gill Connections podcast. Leading up to this year's LIVE taping on December 15th, we'll be showcasing last year's interviews. Look for information on where we'll be hosting this year's event, as we typically host on YouTube LIVE but are also looking at potentially adding Twitch to the mix. Check out the new Twitc...

Every year at the USTFCCCA Convention, we do a LIVE taping of the Gill Connections podcast. Leading up to this year's LIVE taping on December 15th, we'll be showcasing last year's interviews. Look for information on where we'll be hosting this year's event, as we typically host on YouTube LIVE but are also looking at potentially adding Twitch to the mix. Check out the new Twitc...

Every year at the USTFCCCA Convention, we do a LIVE taping of the Gill Connections podcast. Leading up to this year's LIVE taping on December 15th, we'll be showcasing last year's interviews. Look for information on where we'll be hosting this year's event, as we typically host on YouTube LIVE but are also looking at potentially adding Twitch to the mix. Check out the new Twitc...

Excited to tell you about a FREE online Track and Field clinic starting tomorrow December 12th and continuing all day on December 13th. Our friends at Glazier Clinics have set up a fantastic clinic for ALL EVENTS absolutely FREE. Tell a friend and make sure no one gets left out of this valuable Coaching Education opportunity. Go online HERE to register for the event. That's all you have to do,...

Every year at the USTFCCCA Convention, we do a LIVE taping of the Gill Connections podcast. Leading up to this year's LIVE taping on December 15th, we'll be showcasing last year's interviews. Look for information on where we'll be hosting this year's event, as we typically host on YouTube LIVE but are also looking at potentially adding Twitch to the mix. Check out the new Twitc...

Every year at the USTFCCCA Convention, we do a LIVE taping of the Gill Connections podcast. Leading up to this year's LIVE taping on December 15th, we'll be showcasing last year's interviews. Look for information on where we'll be hosting this year's event, as we typically host on YouTube LIVE but are also looking at potentially adding Twitch to the mix. Check out the new Twitc...

Katie Follett is a National Champion in the USATF Road Mile and a World Indoor Finalist at 3000m. She competed as a pro for 13 years. Now she's giving back to the sport in many ways including serving as a Mental Skills Coach and more. Just as the indoor season heats up, she shares how to build a strong, healthy mindset to excel in competition. This is part four of a five-part series on mental...

🏆 From small-town Alabama to the USTFCCCA Boys National Coach of the Year, Richard Anderson’s journey is anything but ordinary. In this episode, Coach Anderson shares: 🏃 His unlikely path into track & field after years as a football and baseball coach 🏗️ Starting a program from scratch with no facilities—just painted lines, dug holes, and pure determination 🤝 Building culture at a 265-athle...

Every year at the USTFCCCA Convention, we do a LIVE taping of the Gill Connections podcast. Leading up to this year's LIVE taping on December 15th, we'll be showcasing last year's interviews. Look for information on where we'll be hosting this year's event, as we typically host on YouTube LIVE but are also looking at potentially adding Twitch to the mix. Check out the new Twitc...

Every year at the USTFCCCA Convention, we do a LIVE taping of the Gill Connections podcast. Leading up to this year's LIVE taping on December 15th, we'll be showcasing last year's interviews. Look for information on where we'll be hosting this year's event, as we typically host on YouTube LIVE but are also looking at potentially adding Twitch to the mix. Check out the new Twitc...

Every year at the USTFCCCA Convention, we do a LIVE taping of the Gill Connections podcast. Leading up to this year's LIVE taping on December 15th, we'll be showcasing last year's interviews. Look for information on where we'll be hosting this year's event, as we typically host on YouTube LIVE but are also looking at potentially adding Twitch to the mix. Check out the new Twitc...

Every year at the USTFCCCA Convention, we do a LIVE taping of the Gill Connections podcast. Leading up to this year's LIVE taping on December 15th, we'll be showcasing last year's interviews. Look for information on where we'll be hosting this year's event, as we typically host on YouTube LIVE but are also looking at potentially adding Twitch to the mix. Check out the new Twitc...

Gill is partnering with Glazier clinics for a FREE track and field clinic on December 12th and 13th. To help you understand what value this clinic will provide you, we will have clinicians give introductions to themselves and their topics for the clinic. Today we have Tommy Badon, head coach of Louisiana University, giving us an intro into his topic "High Jump." Sign up for FREE here: ht...