The On Track & Field Podcast!

Current #1 in the world and Olympic hurdler, Trevor Bassitt, joins the On Track & Field Podcast for a conversation centered around elite performance, mindset, training, and the journey from collegiate standout to competing on the world stage. Trevor shares insights into the day-to-day grind of high-level hurdling, balancing strength and speed, overcoming setbacks, what it takes mentally to com...

Martin Dugard’s latest book, The Long Run —the story of how Steve Prefontaine, Frank Shorter, Joan Benoit Samuelson, and Grete Waitz helped turn the marathon into a global phenomenon. Dugard breaks down the defining moments, rivalries, and cultural shifts that made distance running mainstream…along with the discipline, mindset, and edge that separated the greats from everyone else.

Olympic gold medalist and head coach of UCLA Track & Field, Joanna Hayes, shares her insights from the highest levels of the sport. From winning gold in the 100m hurdles to developing elite athletes at UCLA, Hayes breaks down what it takes to build champions, sustain excellence, and lead with purpose in today’s evolving track & field landscape.

Eric Lichter is a nationally respected speed coach and co-founder of Plus 2 University, specializing in sprints, relays, and elite performance training. He previously served as Director of Football Performance at Ohio State, contributing to championship-level teams. Lichter has trained dozens of first-round NFL and NBA draft picks, along with Olympic-level athletes, and is known for developing hig...

Puma's Jose van der Veen takes us inside one of the most aggressive and innovative brands in track & field today. From cutting-edge spike technology and athlete-driven design to Puma’s rapid rise on the global stage, Jose breaks down how the brand is reshaping the sport. It’s an insiders look at Puma’s strategy, momentum, and what’s coming next for athletes and coaches alike.

Andrew Jones is putting together a huge season in the hurdles. The high school standout has already run 13.01 in the 110-meter hurdles and an incredible 34.94 in the 300 hurdles, the No. 2 all-time performance in the event. Jones also showed his speed indoors earlier this year, posting a U.S. No. 1 time of 7.73 in the 60-meter hurdles. With elite speed, sharp technique, and historic times already...

Canadian sprint stud Christopher Morales-Williams made history with one of the fastest indoor 400m performances ever, shaking up the global sprint scene and proving he belongs among the world’s elite. We dive into his training, mindset, race execution, and what it takes to run 44-second speed…plus what’s next as he continues chasing greatness on the world stage.

Coach Keinan Briggs is the founder of Leap Squad Track Club and one of the premier jumps coaches in the country. Known for developing explosive long and triple jump talent at the youth and high school levels, Keinan blends elite technical instruction with energy, culture, and confidence-building. His athletes don’t just jump far … they compete with purpose. We dive into training philosophy, jump m...

Matt Harmeyer is the Director of Operations and Assistant coach UNLV, known for building a competitive program with a strong emphasis on athlete development, culture, and consistency. He joins the podcast to talk coaching philosophy, developing buy-in, and what it takes to elevate a program from the ground up.

Bryan Wilkins is a long-tenured and highly respected track and cross country coach at Vanguard University, leading the program since 1988. A Vanguard Athletics Hall of Fame inductee, he has coached more than 118 NAIA All-Americans and 151 NAIA Scholar-Athletes, building a program known for competitive excellence, academic achievement, and athlete development.

Dan Cleather is known for his data-driven approach to speed development and biomechanics and has coached Olympians and international medalists while challenging traditional sprint dogma. His work blends elite sports science with practical, athlete-specific coaching… redefining how speed is built and sustained at the highest level.

Coach Jacob Poyner serves as the Head Coach at Point Loma, where he leads the program with a strong emphasis on athlete development, discipline, and character-driven performance. With a background in competitive running and coaching, Poyner is known for his technical approach to training, attention to detail, and commitment to helping student-athletes reach their full academic and athletic potenti...

Madison Troyer joins the podcast to dive into her approach to sports nutrition, supplementation, and performance and shares how fueling the body with intention has shaped her training, recovery, and results. From smart supplement choices to real-world nutrition strategies, Madison breaks down what works, why it matters, and how athletes can optimize their health and edge.

Devon Allen is one of the fastest men on the planet. A 2x time Olympic hurdler with a 12.84 personal best in the 110s, he’s also taken that elite speed to the NFL as a wide receiver. Today, it’s all about speed, mindset, and chasing greatness at the highest level.

This week on the On Track Podcast, we sit down with CrossFit athlete Lia Sterciuc . Lia is an American ultra-endurance athlete who, after overcomingpolitical oppression, a harrowing escape attempt, and a lifelong fear of water,became the first American (and 2nd-place finisher) to complete the 4,212-mileTriple Deca Ultra-Triathlon Continuous.

National champion and Olympic coach Mike Holloway joins us once again to talk culture, consistency, and what it really takes to sustain excellence year after year. A must-listen for any coach or athlete striving to stay On Track .

Carlin Isles, the U.S. rugby star known around the world for his explosive speed and Olympic pedigree, joins us on this week's On Track & Field podcast. A former sprinter turned rugby icon, Carlin shares his journey from the track to the global stage, his mindset on training, and what it truly takes to stay fast, focused, and fearless.

This week on the On Track Podcast , we sit down with David Hitz , COO of Athlete Narrative — a cutting-edge platform that we've partnered with that helps student-athletes build their personal brand and connect directly with college coaches. David shares how his team is redefining the recruiting process, giving athletes and families the tools to stand out with authenticity and purpose.

We’re joined by Army head coach Mike Smith, a leader who’s built one of the most disciplined and competitive programs in collegiate track and field. Coach Smith shares insights on developing athletes within a demanding military academy environment, balancing toughness with teamwork, and what it takes to sustain success at West Point.

This week’s guest is Madison Academy’s Director of Human Performance, Coach Cody Hughes. Cody is the founder of CLH Strength and one of the leading voices in high school performance training. With experience spanning the SEC, Division I and II levels, and now the high school ranks, he’s built a reputation for developing strong, fast, and well-rounded athletes. We talk about his coaching philosophy...

Navy Director of Track & Field and Cross Country Jamie Cook joins us on this week's On Track & Field podcast. From building a championship culture at Annapolis to his time coaching at Oregon and Penn, Jamie shares insights on leadership, developing athletes, and what it takes to keep a program competing at the highest level.

We’re joined by Chris Bradford, Head Track & Field Coach at Cal Poly Pomona. From recruiting philosophies to training strategies, Coach Bradford shares insights into building a championship culture, developing athletes at the Division II level, and how his program continues to compete on the national stage.

Curtis Taylor is the Associate Head Coach at Oregon, leading the Ducks’ sprinters, hurdlers, and relays. Since 2013, he’s coached NCAA champions and record-breakers like Micah Williams and Kemba Nelson. A former Laney College head coach, Taylor is a multiple-time USTFCCCA National Assistant Coach of the Year, known for building one of the nation’s top sprint programs.

This week we welcome Richard Anderson, head coach at Vestavia Hills High School in Alabama and the newly named 2025 USTFCCCA National High School Boys Track & Field Coach of the Year. Under his leadership, the Rebels captured their first state championship since 2021, taking down powerhouse rivals. Coach Anderson joins us to share the culture he’s built, the lessons learned along the way, and...

Alisa Seymour is the head coach at Collierville High School in Tennessee, and was just named the USTFCCCA National High School Girls Coach of the Year - the first coach from Tennessee to ever earn that honor. Under her leadership, the Lady Dragons have gone back-to-back as state champs, racking up a dominant 155 points at this year’s meet. She’ll officially be recognized at the USTFCCCA Convention...