Charles J. Infurna, EdD

The Modern Coach’s Compass Podcast

Welcome to The Modern Coach’s Compass: Why We’re Reimagining Coaching. Coaching has changed—and so have the demands placed on those who lead. Today’s athletes are not just looking for someone to diagram plays or critique technique. They’re seeking mentorship, trust, clarity, and belief. They want to be seen as more than performers. Coaches who are equipped to guide them not just toward medals, but toward meaning. This podcast, platform, and movement is here to reimagine what it means to be a coach in the 21st century. It’s about leading with heart and building deeper relationships.

Author

Charles J. Infurna, EdD

Category

Education

Podcast website

www.forzathletics.com

Latest episode

Jun 15, 2026

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Episodes

The Throws Doc: Episode 4 09.01.2023

Episode 4 of The Throws Doc Podcast

The Throws Doc: Episode 3 04.01.2023

Episode 3 of The Throws Doc Podcast

The Throws Doc: Episode 2 02.01.2023

Episode 2 of The Throws Doc Podcast

The Throws Doc: Episode 1 01.01.2023

Episode 1 of The Throws Doc Podcast

Episode 114 - Life Class 101 18.11.2022

In this episode of the Forza Athletics Life and Coaching podcast I share some ideas and thoughts about what Life Class 101 would be structured like in a high school and collegiate setting.

Episode 113 - Be Someone's Lightgiver 17.11.2022

In this episode of the Forza Athletics Life and Coaching Podcast I'm your hype man!

Episode 112 - Life Reflections: Those Who Care, Those Who Watch, Those Who Support 16.11.2022

In this episode of the Forza Athletics Life and Coaching Podcast I reflect on the past six years of my life; what I've accomplished, what I'm working for, and what's up next.  These thoughts came to me after traveling to a wake over the weekend, which got me thinking about how precious life really is and who we should be hoping to accomplish our goals for.

Episode 111 - Do You Really Mean It? 11.11.2022

In this episode of the Forza Athletics Life and Coaching podcast I share some thoughts about tolerance.  The tolerance I'm referring to is the tolerance athletes have towards themselves and their goals.  I believe that some, not most, but some athletes don't always put 100% into whatever they say they want to accomplish.  I think some athletes give 90%.  Maybe 85%.  But no...

Episode 110 - The 4 Pillars of Effective Coaching 10.11.2022

In this episode of the Forza Athletics Life and Coaching podcast I go into detail and discuss the four pillars of effective coaching, that once the strategies have been mastered, will enhance the quality of the relationships you have with your athletes.

Episode 109 - Strategies That Will Help You Create an Environment Your Athletes Will Thank You For 09.11.2022

In this episode of the Forza Athletics Life and Coaching Podcast I share a few strategies, tips, and suggestions that will help you create an environment your athletes will thank you for!

Episode 108 - Early Season Checkpoints With Your Athletes: How Do You Use Data to Self-Assess? 03.11.2022

In this episode of the Forza Athletics Life and Coaching Podcast I share some thoughts about initiating conversations with your athletes about early season checkpoints; where are you, how did you get here, where do you want to go, and what needs to change in order to get there?

Episode 107 - Strategies to Discuss Long-Term Training Goals With Athletes: How Much Accountability is Enough? 02.11.2022

In this week's episode of the Forza Athletics Life and Coaching Podcast I share some strategies that coaches can incorporate when discussing long-term training plans with their athletes. A coach asked me how I would handle the situation that they are currently in right now.  They have a senior female multi athlete that is concerned that she isn't getting enough HJ training in during the week....

Episode 106 - What Events To Throw And When: How to Break Down Training Session Days Based on Athlete Goals 26.10.2022

In this episode of the Forza Athletics Life and Coaching Podcast I share a few different strategies I've incorporated over my coaching career that are focused on how many training sessions to complete per week, per event.  In this episode I discuss the training breakdown Dylan and I incorporated last season that led him to finishing the season ranked 4th overall in the discus in Division III....

Episode 105 - Similarities Between Preschool Classrooms and Coaching Collegiate Track and Field Athletes 25.10.2022

In this episode of the Forza Athletics Life and Coaching Podcast I share research based similarities between high performing and functioning preschool classrooms and collegiate throwing programs.

Episode 104 - 3 Tips To Build Up and Enhance Your Team Culture and Dynamics 24.10.2022

In this episode of the Forza Athletics Life and Coaching Podcast I share 3 tips to help coaches better enhance and build up their culture; 1) your communication style with athletes, 2) how to develop positive routines and habits, and 3) when it's time to hold their hands.

Episode 103 - A 4th Strategy to Enhance Relationships With Athletes - Engagement in the Decision Making Process 21.10.2022

In this episode of the Forza Athletics Life and Coaching Podcast I share a 4th strategy coaches can implement to enhance relationships with their athletes - engagement within the decision making process.

Episode 102 - Experience, Knowledge, and Street Cred Oh My! 20.10.2022

In this episode of the Forza Athletics Life and Coaching Podcast I discuss a couple of different coach-athlete dyad scenarios centered on coaching experience, coaching knowledge, and the credibility of the coach.

Episode 101 - The Power of Effective Relationships and Communication Skills 19.10.2022

In this episode of the Forza Athletics Life and Coaching Podcast I share some stories focused on communication skills and how effective communication can enhance the bond between coach and athlete.

Episode 100 - 3 Coach-Athlete Relationship Building Strategies For Coaches 18.10.2022

In this episode of the Forza Athletics Life and Coaching Podcast I share 3 different strategies coaches can incorporate to enhance the relationships they have with their athletes; 1) taking the temperature of the room and what it means, 2) being flexible, and 3) how genuine you can be when communicating with your athletes.

Episode 99 - The Power of Effective Communication Skills 15.10.2022

In this episode of the Forza Athletics Life and Coaching Podcast I share anecdotes about the power of the spoken word in football and track and field.

Episode 98 - Stratification In Track and Field 14.10.2022

In this episode of the Forza Athletics Life and Coaching Podcast I share my thoughts about stratification in track and field-the clear distinction between performances and outcomes in competition.

Episode 97 - The Start to the 2022-23 Season 06.10.2022

In this episode of the Forza Athletics Life and Coaching Podcast I share some insights into the 2022-23 season, goal setting ideas, how to hold yourself accountability, and time management hacks to maximize efficiency.

Episode 96 - Providing Your Athletes with Explicit Feedback 05.10.2022

In this episode of the Forza Athletics Life and Coaching Podcast I share three different ways your can provide your athletes with explicit feedback; 1) constructive, 2) specific, and 3) evidence-based.

Episode 95 - How Serious Are You About Accomplishing Your Goals? 26.09.2022

In this episode of the Forza Athletics Life and Coaching podcast I share some tips to help you piece together a path that will lead you towards accomplishing your goals.

Episode 94 - Strategies to Help You Develop Realistic Goals 23.09.2022

In this episode of the Forza Athletics Life and Coaching podcast I share a few strategies that will help you establish realistic goals for your upcoming 2022-23 season.

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