The Pure Athlete Podcast

Lacrosse legend Paul Rabil stops by the pod today to talk about his career, youth sports, and the future of the game. From starting out in Major League Lacrosse to creating the Premiere Lacrosse League, Paul's fingerprints are all over the lax world. This icon of the game graciously offers his insight and advice into lacrosse, coaching, specialization at a young age and much more. So stick around...

Former professional soccer player and 3-time Olympic gold medalist Heather Mitts sits down with the guys in this week's episode! Heather shares her inspirational path from youth sports to the Olympic stage, reflecting on the pivotal moments and people that impacted her career. How valuable is versatility on the field? Should I prioritize winning or development? From these questions to many more, H...

Join Jeff, Britt, and Brad as we celebrate all that is GREAT about youth sports in this week's episode! From the lasting memories to the valuable bonds that are formed, youth sports have long been an integral part of being an athlete and a parent. We dig into some of the valuable lessons and important people an athlete will encounter along their journey. We also cover why there is simply no replac...

Join us today as we welcome former MLB All-Star pitcher and World Series Champion, Adam Wainwright! Adam takes us on a journey through his upbringing in the game of baseball, detailing the path that led him to become a dominant force on the mound, amassing 200 career wins with the St. Louis Cardinals. Adam also treats us to a glimpse into his new world in country music, including what it was like...

Join us today as the guys chat with Jesse Cole, the mastermind behind the Savannah Bananas phenomenon. With the mantra "Fans first. Entertain always," Cole has revolutionized the game of baseball by drawing inspiration not only from legends on the diamond, but from iconic figures like P.T. Barnum and Walt Disney. Under his innovative leadership, the Bananas have transformed from a simple summer co...

Today, we're joined by Dr. Joel Seedman, a renowned doctor of kinesiology and an elite exercise trainer. With a client roster featuring top-tier athletes like Chris Carson, Younghoe Koo, and Taylor Heinicke, Dr. Seedman brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. From professional athletes to aspiring young talents, his expertise spans across all ages and sports. In this episode, Dr. Seedman shares...

Join us on today's episode as we sit down with former MVP and World Series Champion first baseman, Ryan Howard. Ryan takes us on a journey that began playing numerous sports as a kid in St Louis and continued all the way through his rapid ascent to stardom with the Philadelphia Phillies, sharing insights on becoming the quickest player in history to hit 100 and 200 home runs. He shares the secrets...

Get ready to kick off March Madness in style as we welcome one of the foremost voices of the game, Clark Kellogg! Join Clark and the guys as he shares his wisdom on March Madness and the current landscape of college basketball while reflecting on his own journey from the courts of Ohio State to first-round pick for the Indiana Pacers. With over three decades of commentary experience, Clark brings...

Today, join us as we dive deep into the world of travel sports. While travel has long been a crucial aspect of a young athlete's journey, it has slowly become an increasingly draining and expensive endeavor. How much is too much? What’s the right age to get started? What's the true cost? Are we doing it for our children or ourselves? Many athletes and parents are adamant that travel is one of the...

Today we are thrilled to welcome ESPN College Gameday host and one of the most recognizable voices in college sports, Rece Davis! With more than 30 years of experience covering college athletics and a vast amount of insight from his own journey as a sports parent (his son played baseball at Princeton and Duke, captaining both teams), Rece offers a fascinating perspective on the modern age of youth...

Join us as we speak with NFL MVP and four-time Pro Bowler, Matt Ryan! Not only does he bring his perspective as a legend on the field, but also his experience as a CBS Analyst and father of three kids in youth sports. We're diving deep into Matt's wild ride through the world of sports, from his early days of playing defensive end to becoming a top NFL quarterback! Ever wondered what the game-day r...

Today we’ve got Heisman Trophy and National Championship-winning quarterback Danny Wuerffel! Danny joins us to share a glimpse into the early days of his sports career and how it impacted his success later on, whether as quarterback of the Florida Gators or on the pickleball court. So tune in to hear from one of the greatest players college football has ever seen for a behind the scenes look at pl...

MLB All-Star and 2023 Home Runs Leader, Matt Olson, steps up to the plate in part two of our live event from Peachtree Corners, GA. Joined by Jeff, Britt, Brad, and an audience of approximately 1000 people, Matt delves into the insights of his inspiring career from youth sports to stardom. From his early days of shooting hoops, to walking in the footsteps of familiar legends at Parkview High, and...

More than 1000 parents, coaches, and young athletes came together to chat about the hottest topics in youth sports at our first ever Pure Athlete Live event in Peachtree Corners, GA. In Part 1, we're breaking down some of these key discussions and tackling some youth sports questions from our live audience. -- Follow us @pureathleteinc PureAthleteInc.com

Join Hall of Fame pitcher Greg Maddux as he sits down with the guys to delve into his legendary baseball career. Maddux shares valuable insights ranging from arm care to pitching philosophy that played a crucial role in propelling him to the status of an all-time great. He also discusses some of the toughest batters he faced and reveals his favorite pitchers in today’s game. From his humble beginn...

NFL great Tom Brady credits Alex Guerrero, his personal trainer, for being a huge part of his career achievements and longevity. As this week's guest, Alex shares some of his approaches to help athletes recover quickly and maximize performance, as well as his thoughts on what led to Tom becoming the NFL GOAT. Tune in to improve your own health and longevity in athletics while getting a behind the...

The Pure Athlete Podcast welcomed Dabo Swinney, David Pollack, Carli Lloyd, Austin Ekeler, Julie Foudy, Chipper Jones, Dan Orlovsky, and many more to the show in 2023. Jeff, Britt, and Brad sit down to look back at some of their favorite moments from the past year and to revisit some of the lasting insights and lessons.

Today, ESPN's Matt Stinchcomb joins the guys to dive into the changing landscape of college sports, particularly the economic engine of it all: college football. Matt brings a deep knowledge, thoughtful analysis, and reasoned perspective as we talk about the current and future state of the sport. We'll dive into topics such as NIL, the transfer portal, super conferences, recruiting, and much more....

Joining us today is one of the world’s leading researchers and experts on injury prevention. Dr. Neeru Jayanthi, the Director of Emory Sports Medicine and Research, chats with the guys about healthy training models and sport specialization for young athletes. Dr. Jayanthi has been on HBO’s Real Sports, ESPN, ABC, NBC, CBS, while also working with MLB, NFL, US Soccer, ATP/WTA Tennis, among others....

Former MLS star and current MLS TV Analyst Taylor Twellman shares his youth sports story as a multi-sport athlete who played both baseball and soccer in college before going all-in on soccer. Taylor had a prolific soccer career as a 2x Golden Boot winner and MLS MVP. He shares some strong opinions about American soccer, our current youth sports cullture, advice for parents, and advice for coaches.

NASCAR driver Chase Elliott joins us as we finally break into motorsports on this week's episode. Chase shares the road he has travelled to get to where he is today, from racing go-carts at 6 yrs old to racing full-size cars at 13. He shares insights learned throughout his journey, talking about the influence of his parents, what it takes to succeed in his sport, how he deals with pressure and adv...

Should parents coach their kids and if so, what’s the right approach? How/when should parents engage with coaches when things aren’t going well for their kid? Should winning be a goal when coaching young kids? Jeff Francoeur, Britt Lee, and Brad Williams dive into these topics and more on this episode.

Today’s guest is former WNBA player and first round pick Kelley Cain. Kelley shares her story of winning four state championships in high school as a USA Today, McDonalds, and Parade All American. Her high school success led her to a great college career as a Tennessee Volunteer under legendary coach Pat Summit. Kelley shares insights from her journey including how being a soccer goalie during her...

In recognition of Veterans Day, our guest this week is ESPN/Sirius XM college basketball analyst Chris Spatola. Chris was a 4 yr starter on ARMY’s basketball team, who upon graduation from West Point, served our country as an Army officer from 2002 - 2007. As the son of a coach, Chris shares his youth/high school sports story, how he achieved his dream of playing D1 ball, what he learned as an ass...

The guys talk to young athletes and parents about what it takes to set and achieve big sports goals, including when and how to set goals, how to work towards your goal, whether grit can be developed, how parents should respond when kids aren't working hard enough, and much more.