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The Strength In Numbers Podcast
Coaching is more than just X’s and O’s—it’s about the principles, philosophies, and mindset that shape great leaders. Building on the ideas from the book "Strength In Numbers," this podcast brings together top coaches from across the sports world (and beyond) who are driven to learn, grow, and lead with purpose. Through in-depth conversations, we’ll explore how elite coaches think, operate, and make decisions for long-term success. Whether you’re a coach, leader, or lifelong learner, this…
Episodes
- The Strength In Numbers Podcast
EP 18: Dave Downey | Navigating Imposter Syndrome In Coaching
Strength and Conditioning Coach at Brown University and author of Imposter Syndrome: Mental Health Strategies in Strength and Conditioning, Dave Downey joins…
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EP 17: Richard Burnett | The 4 Pillars of Coaching, LTAD, and Choosing College, High School, or Private
Director of Athletic Development at Triple F Elite Sports Training in Knoxville—and creator of the Plyomat—Richard Burnett joins the show to break down his “4…
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EP 16: Tanner Care | Driving Organizational Success Beyond the Weight Room
Director of Performance for the BC Lions (CFL) and Vancouver Bandits (CEBL), Tanner Care joins the show to break down how elite performance systems are built…
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EP 15: Kyle Stark | Building a Development-Driven Culture (That Still Wins)
Former MLB executive and current leadership consultant as President of Stark Contrast, Kyle Stark joins the show to explore what drives development inside…
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EP 14: Anthony Cockrill | The Epidemic of the Underprepared Athlete
Director of Volleyball Sports Performance at SMU, Anthony Cockrill joins the show to unpack what real athlete development looks like—and what many people get…
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EP 13: Josh Bray | Programming for the Individual in Large Group Settings
Head Strength Coach at Bishop’s College School and Universal Academy, Josh Bray joins the show to break down how he tailors training by bucketing athletes into…
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EP 12: Keith Spencer | Kingdom Performance: Building a Community That Lasts
Owner and Director of Player Development at Kingdom Performance, Keith Spencer joins the show to share how he’s built a training environment rooted in…
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EP 11: Jordan Bush | Inside NFL Combine Prep: Building True Partnerships with Pro Athletes and What Separates the Elite
EXOS Performance Specialist Jordan Bush joins the show to take us inside the world of NFL Draft Combine prep and what it really looks like to train elite…
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EP 10: Christian LaValle | The Non-Negotiables of Cognitive Health: Strategies to Drive Mental Clarity and Decision-Making in High-Stakes Environments
President of Metabolic Elite Christian LaValle joins the show to discuss how coaches can improve their cognitive function despite operating under constant…
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EP 9: Jason Martinez | Aligning with Your Head Coach and Owning Your Role
West Virginia Assistant Director of Strength and Conditioning for Men’s Basketball Jason Martinez dives into building alignment with your head coach, how to…
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EP 8: Justin Lovvorn | Crafting a Culture of Long-Term Skill Development
In this episode, Justin Lovvorn shares his approach to basketball skill acquisition and how he builds long-term development pathways for athletes. He dives…
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EP 7: Phil Baier | Making Career Moves, Acing Interviews, and Developing Interns
Kansas State Men’s Basketball Strength Coach Phil Baier shares practical, high-impact insight on developing interns, career progression, and separating…
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EP 6: Miranda Holder | When and How to Pivot in Your Career
Miranda Holder shares her journey from Athlete to Collegiate Coach to Entrepreneur. As a coach now to executives, coaches, and people from all types of…
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EP 5: Connor Schoepp | Building a Business that Matches Your Long-Term Vision & Return to Play Systems
Connor Schoepp dives into his transition from Collegiate Athletics to starting his own business, the importance of creating a vision of what success looks like…
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EP 4: Tim Doyle | Identifying the Right Players and Staff + Supercharging Their Development
Tim Doyle lays out an incredible framework for finding the right staff and players that fit his program. We also dive into the Assistant Coach Development…
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EP 2: Connor Agnew | How Daily Self-Audits and Chasing Feedback Drive Growth
Connor Agnew joins the show to break down how daily self-audits and chasing feedback are game-changers for personal and career development. Learn simple…
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EP 3: Dave Nedbalek | From D1 to High School Hoops and Prioritizing Impact
Dave Nedbalek shares insights into his current transition from Division I Men's Basketball Assistant Coach to High School Head Coach. We also discuss his focus…
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EP 1: Why Start This Podcast?
In the inaugural episode of The Strength in Numbers Podcast, host John Bloom discusses his motivation to create this podcast as a follow-up to his book…