The Pig Pen

Persistence at its finest. Find out how law man turned pro wrestler did / does it. J ☀️ has been a friend of mine since I’ve been in coaching and once again he drops so much knowledge and such a great depth with his perspective on life. Incredible episode that I’ve listened to 3 times already. Hope ya’ll enjoy!

Today we are joined by Eastern Michigan’s Assistant Director of Marketing, Meg Szabo! Meg jumps in the Pen to talk about her days at Akron, her current role with EMU and much more on today’s episode. #GoZips! 💪🏾🦘

I mean I can’t think of a better name for a facility. And today we have the Director of Sports Performance, Coach James Young, joining the Pig Pen. Listen to two old men relish in the old ways as we talk training, today’s land scape and even mention a blast from the past 👀

We back! Join us today as Coach Kalil talks about his battles with cancer, his coaching style and how conjugate helped save his life (literally). Coach Kalil is a former pro baller who found his love for the weight room transcending into his full time career. Kalil also is the founder of the Conjugate seminar started way back in 2019 and about to make it’s return 👀 Big round of applause for coach...

Avengers…ASSSEMBLE! Ya’ll know the names, Coach Praise and Coach SJ are back in the Pig Pen dropping some fuego knowledge bombs! We even share the secret to striking out the legendary Babe Ruth 👀

This episode has a WHOLE LOTTA GATA! Welcome to the Pig Pen where today my buddy and Alabama’s so social content specialist, Mr. Austin Mitchell joins the show! Prior to Alabama, Austin spent time down in Ole Miss working with Ole Miss working with their football team on the production of their tv show. Though, I think it’s safe to say that he is most famously know as one of the founding members o...

Special episode and a true honor to have a gold medalist swimmer share her journey and insight into what it takes to be great. Maddy is a University of Akron swim alumn. She has won golds on a NCAA level, national level and in the game of life. She has competed (and medaled) at the Pan American games while also competing at the NCAA’s during her college swim career. Was a pleasure to bring such an...

Today Coach Jill Brown jumps in the Pig Pen! Coach Brown is an athletic performance coach at Elevate U. Prior to joining the Elevate U team, Jill was a seasoned veteran at the college sector serving as the Director of Athletic Performance at Jewell College. Coach Brown played her college volleyball at Missisppi College where she was coached by THE Carissa Bell and almost just as notable, Coach Bro...

This next guest to the podcast needs no introduction but imma give him one anyway. Bill Miller is a legend in the field of baseball. He has been a pioneer in many aspects of how baseball is trained today. If you aren’t reading his posts, books and listening to the podcast he’s been on then you’re behind. I’ve been a fan of Bill’s for years and am truly blessed that he was able to join the Pig Pen....

Today’s episode doesn’t need a big introduction. Today we give you a glimpse into baseball that most people don’t often see. A look behind the curtain on what it means to truly have a process oriented mindset. Today current Charles Dirty Birds Pitcher, Frank Moscatiello joins the Pig Pen! Frank is a 2x Frontier League All Star, Reliever of the Year and a 3x Frontier League Champion. He brings to t...

Ya’ll (Georgia guy now) we bring to the Pig Pen an absolute champion in Coach Jon Davis! Coach Jon is the assistant strength coach for the Tulane Green Wave and has spent time in both the WNBA and NBA. He is the man when it comes to all things health, function and performance. If you haven’t seen his IG account then you need to be living off it but more importantly you really need to be listening...

Welcome ladies and gentlemen to another Fuego episode of the Pig Pen. Today’s guest is Coach Tyghe Healy! Coach Ty is an assistant sports performance coach at Oral Roberts working with baseball, men’s soccer and tennis. Coach has also spent some time at Merrimack college and Boston College in the strength game. This episode is packed full of a lot of punches and I am very excited to bring to you a...

Today I’m joined by the Director of Sports Performance for VB, W.Soc and X Country at South Alabama… Coach Katie Forage! This episode goes deep. We talk marriage, pregnancy, life goals, technology and changes happening in the college athletic landscape. Sit back and enjoy the episode with the girl from the Dirty T, Coach Katie!

Today we are joined by Coach Kacie Allison! Coach Allison is the Assistant Director of Strength and Conditioning at Bowling Green State University working with w.soccer, basketball, softball and golf. Prior she worked at THE Elon as well as UIS. Coach Kacie also has some years of college softball playing experience under her belt. I won’t give everything away but she is a stud young coach who brin...

What better way to kick the month off. Hear the story of a true inspirational leader, Elizabeth May. She has worn many hats but the one she wears with most pride is mother of two beautiful boys. Miss May is a business woman, a manager, an influencer, a content creator and an accomplished world traveler. I loved doing this episode and was writing down notes the entire time. Have you pen and paper o...

In today’s episode we sit down with Coach Zuza. She is currently the Assistant Athletic Performance Coach at UCLA. She works with some pretty big hitters as well: volleyball, softball and golf. Prior to UCLA, Zuza worked with me at MTSU. She also has worked overseas in pro sports for many years before making her way to the states. This episode is packed with a ton of deep rooted knowledge bombs th...

Today I get to sit down with former App State Pitching coach and current OGX Pitching Coach, Natalie Ruechel!!! And like the episode states, we really get to see why OGX is in a league of their own (clever huh?). Coach Nat talks in depth about her vast experiences and journey through the softball world while expanding on what makes OGX so elite and so unique in this industry. It was great to hear...

Tune is as I welcome current student assistant Grace Crane joins the podcast. Grace is a former thrower at the University of Akron and has a great story to tell. Ya’ll gonna enjoy this one. Currently Grace is working as a student assistant AT with the football team continuing her involvement in sport post playing career. She’s also a Hog Performance Trainee! Super pumped to welcome the Canton LEGE...

Rodney Hill enters his second season with the Gators after joining the program in the role of Director of Player Athletic Development ahead of the 2024 season. Hill arrives to Gainesville after spending the last two seasons at Arkansas (2023) and Duke (2022) in the position of assistant director of sports performance, working primarily with the football program. Prior to Duke, Hill was at LSU in 2...

Former Phoenix Mercury and Arizona Wildcats, Sam Thomas joins the show. Sam was the originator of NIL and used her fame to now only ride on private jets but start her own business as well! Sam is a good friend, a very accomplished athlete (having played in the National Championship) and more than all of that: just generally awesome! Thanks for being on the show and can’t wait to dive into this sto...

Part 2 of this phenomenal story of grit and determination…and sliders made of pure filth! Enjoy!

Last week was splitters and sweepers. Today we talk queso and sliders. Follow along as we dive into Jack’s career as he gives an in depth dive on life of a former professional. From highschool to recruiting to college and his career comeback. This was definitely a unique experience being able to hear his story. Welcome to the podcast former Mariners sides arm pitcher and forever ISU alumni Jack Pa...

Chris Langin is the Owner, Founder and Director of Pitching at Unfiltered. He has been in the game developing high level athletes and coaches for years. Chris has also been a part of the development of 50+ MLB Pitchers and 3 Cy Young Winners. His list of clients includes Shane Bieber, Sean Manaea, Joe Ryan and more. This is definitely one of those episodes you listen to on repeat and then come bac...

Coach Reina is the AA hitting coach for the Boston Red Sox. Johnny comes to the Red Sox after spending time as a hitting skills trainer at Driveline Baseball. Johnny is also an accomplished author having written two books: the Secret Arts Within The Game and The Eyes of Baseball. Johnny is also a buddy of mine who brought great vibes to work everyday. I enjoyed the time we worked together and love...

Chris Martin, former Houston Astros Minor League Strength and Conditioning Coordinator since November 2023, was hired as the LSU Baseball Strength and Conditioning Coach in August 2024. Martin spent six seasons in various roles in the Astros organization, most recently as Minor League Strength and Conditioning Coordinator. His work has been distinguished by a strong passion for developing players...