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The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast
Unlock the world of track & field coaching with The Gill Connections Podcast! Host Mike Cunningham brings you inspiring stories, real conversations, and coaching insights from leaders at every level. Discover a new coach's interview every Monday. Plus, don’t miss the Ted Talks of track/field podcasts with our NEW Gill1918 Project episodes Tuesday-Sunday — short, powerful lessons from top coaches to help you grow on and off the track. Powered by Gill Athletics — Supporting Coaches Since 1918.
Episodes
The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast#57: Gill1918 Presents Olympian Tanya Hughes “The Parent GM--From Sidelines to Strategic Advisor” Powered by Coach O
Tanya is the Founder & CEO of Sportspreneurs-A Division of Activate International and a Coach O Ambassador. This is Tanya's 2nd episode on the new financial…
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#324: Alan King – Umpqua Community College | From Montana to a New Gill Track Facility
🎙️ **From Montana Miles to Oregon Impact: Alan King’s Unexpected Coaching Calling**In this episode of the *Gill Connections Podcast*, we sit down with Alan…
The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections PodcastBONUS: BoSCA-Reagan Rossi VP of Athletics at College of Idaho and Drew Watson AD at Southeastern University "Navigating Tough Conversations - Strategies for Success"
Recently National Business Development Manager Mike Cunningham attended the Business of Small College Athletics (BoSCA) Convention in Oak Brook, IL. While…
The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast#56: Gill1918 Presents Dave Emeott “Layered Leadership” Powered by Coach O
Coach Emeott's East Kentwood HS teams have won 8 State Titles to go with 3 State Runner-up finishes and a National Team Championship. He's a coach, event…
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#323: Anne Cleary – Iowa Central Community College | From Heptathlete to Leader of Many Hats
🎙️ **From PR Dreams to Coaching Reality: A Track Journey Rooted in Purpose**In this episode of the Gill Connections podcast, we sit down with a coach whose…
The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast#55: Gill1918 presents Elise Morris "Team Up Washington" FREE
Hello Coaches, Athletic Directors, Advocates and Allies! We're excited to be bringing the Fall Sports train the trainer event to expand the reach of our…
The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections PodcastBONUS: BoSCA-Kristin Hughes AD of Smith College "Creating Positive Culture in Your Athletic Department"
Recently National Business Development Manager Mike Cunningham attended the Business of Small College Athletics (BoSCA) Convention in Oak Brook, IL. While…
The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast#54: Gill1918 presents Corey Crawford "Horizontal Accuracy"
Welcome to Gill1918, the track & field coaching podcast powered by Gill Athletics. Since 1918, Gill has been dedicated to empowering coaches with innovative…
The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast#53: Gill1918 Presents David Mitchell “Navigating Difficult Conversations” Powered by Coach O
David is a coach and nationally known T&F announcer who spent 23 of his 39 years in public education serving as a school counselor spanning grades K-12. He is…
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#322: Andre' Kidd – Ferrum College | Finding Purpose Through Track & Field Coaching
🎙️Andre’ Kidd | Ferrum College Head CoachIn this inspiring episode of the Gill Connections Podcast, we sit down with Andre’ Kidd, head coach of Ferrum College…
The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections PodcastBONUS: BoSCA-Steve Brockelbank AD at Ferris State University "The Impact of Institutional Alignment and Leveraging a National Championship"
Recently National Business Development Manager Mike Cunningham attended the Business of Small College Athletics (BoSCA) Convention in Oak Brook, IL. While…
The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast#52: Gill1918 presents Rob Wilson "Check Engine Light"
Welcome to Gill1918, the track & field coaching podcast powered by Gill Athletics. Since 1918, Gill has been dedicated to empowering coaches with innovative…
The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast#51: Gill1918 Presents Jamar Goodwin "Developing Elite Parents" Powered by Coach O
Jamar is the head coach of Elite Speed Track Club and IG Creator in Columbia, SC. He successfully coaches youth athletes through collegians. We're excited to…
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#321: Brian Sebera – Minnesota State University | Laughter, Wisdom & the Joy of Coaching
From Africa to Mankato: The Authentic Journey of Coach Brian Sebera🌍 From escaping genocide as a child to shaping champions at Minnesota State, Brian Sebera’s…
The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections PodcastBONUS: BoSCA-Mike Hermann of Univ of Illinois-Springfield "Beyond the Playbook: Building Community and Campus Engagement Through Athletics"
Recently National Business Development Manager Mike Cunningham attended the Business of Small College Athletics (BoSCA) Convention in Oak Brook, IL. While…
The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast#50: Gill1918 Presents Katie Follett "Understanding Mental Resilience" Powered by Coach O
Katie Follett is a National Champion in the USATF Road Mile and a World Championships finalist at 1500m. She competed as a pro for 13 years. Now she's giving…
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#320: Jeff Bovee-Illinois State University
🎙️ “Less Is More”: Jeff Bovee’s 20-Year Journey at Illinois StateWhat does it take to lead a Division I track & field program for nearly two decades? Illinois…
The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast#49: Gill1918 Presents David Mitchell “Honoring the Baton” Powered by Coach O
David is a Coach O Ambassador, longtime HS coach, and T&F announcer. He serves as the Director of Client Relations for CoachO.com and is the coordinator of…
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#319: Antonio Wells-Winston Salem State University
🎙️ From Wrestling Mats to Track Dominance: The Journey of Coach Antonio WellsThis week on the Gill Connections podcast, we're heading to North Carolina to meet…
The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast#48: Gill1918 presents Clayton O'Callaghan "House Settlement"
Welcome to Gill1918, the track & field coaching podcast powered by Gill Athletics. Since 1918, Gill has been dedicated to empowering coaches with innovative…
The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections PodcastBONUS: The Science on Track podcast; Week-to-Week Changes in Running Volume
We like to introduce our listeners to other track/field podcasts that might interest them and bring you value. Today we feature the Science on Track podcast…
The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast#47: Gill1918 presents Olympian Tanya Hughes “What Every T&F Coach Needs to Know About NIL” Powered by Coach O
Tanya is Founder & CEO of Sportspreneurs-A Division of Activate International and a Coach O Ambassador. She is our presenter for this, the first episode in the…
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#318: Lewis Edmonson-Hearne (TX) High School
🎙️ From Hurdles to Healing: The Resilient Journey of Lewis EdmonsonIn this inspiring episode of the Gill Connections Podcast, we sit down with Lewis Edmonson…
The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast#46: Gill1918 presents Adam Smith "A Book that Helped Me be a Better Coach"
Adam joins us to talk about the Psychology of Coaching by Thomas Tutko and Jack Richards. Hear how this book has helped him grow as a coach and a…
The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections PodcastBONUS: URAVGCOACH podcast interviews Mike Cunningham
We love to spread the love here at the Gill Connections podcast, therefore today we present to you the URAVGCOACH podcast featuring Anthony Woods. Coach Woods…
The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast#45: Gill1918 presents Mike Holman "Fly 30s and 4x1 Exchanges"
Welcome to Gill1918, the track & field coaching podcast powered by Gill Athletics. Since 1918, Gill has been dedicated to empowering coaches with innovative…
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#317: Dr. Jim Patchell-Arkansas State University
🎙️ Dr. Jim Patchell: From Hurdler to Head Coach & PhD – The Arkansas State Story📚🎓 From dissecting regression equations to mastering the hurdles, Dr. Jim…
The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast#44: Gill1918 presents Evan Nelson "the Cause of Running Related Inuries"
Welcome to Gill1918, the track & field coaching podcast powered by Gill Athletics. Since 1918, Gill has been dedicated to empowering coaches with innovative…
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#316: Pablo Espitia-University of Maine
🎙️ From Colombia to Coaching in Maine (via a Bike Ride Across Continents!)On this week's Gill Connections podcast, we sit down with Pablo Espitia, assistant…
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BONUS: Live Coach's Interviews from Day 4 Nike Outdoor Nationals with Beynon Sports Surfacing!
Trying something new, as we bring you REAL TIME on the field (and track) interviews from the Nike Outdoor National HS Championships. Gill Athletics and Beynon…
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BONUS: Live Coach's Interviews from Day 3 Nike Outdoor Nationals with Beynon Sports Surfacing!
Trying something new, as we bring you REAL TIME on the field (and track) interviews from the Nike Outdoor National HS Championships. Gill Athletics and Beynon…
- The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast
BONUS: Live Coach's Interviews from Day 2 Nike Outdoor Nationals!
Trying something new, as we bring you REAL TIME on the field (and track) interviews from the Nike Outdoor National HS Championships. Gill Athletics is proud to…
- The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast
BONUS: Live Coach's Interviews from Day 1 Nike Outdoor Nationals with MF Athletic!
Trying something new, as we bring you REAL TIME on the field (and track) interviews from the Nike Outdoor National HS Championships. Gill Athletics and MF…
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#315: Paris Vaughan-Lenoir Rhyne University
🎙️ From Reluctant Runner to Rising Leader: Paris Vaughan’s Coaching JourneyIn this episode, we sit down with Paris Vaughan, the interim head coach at…
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#314: Jim Vahrenkamp-University of North Dakota
🎙️ "Our Job Is to Teach" — Jim Vahrenkamp, University of North DakotaFrom a childhood of tagging along to practices to leading a D1 program, Jim Vahrenkamp’s…
The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast#43: Gill1918 presents Alan Wardsworth "Recording Your School's T&F History"
Welcome to Gill1918, the track & field coaching podcast powered by Gill Athletics. Since 1918, Gill has been dedicated to empowering coaches with innovative…
The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast#42: Gill1918 presents Clayton O'Callaghan "Limiting Factors of Training"
Welcome to Gill1918, the track & field coaching podcast powered by Gill Athletics. Since 1918, Gill has been dedicated to empowering coaches with innovative…
The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast#41: Gill1918 presents Mike Petro "Cleaning Your Inbox"
Welcome to Gill1918, the track & field coaching podcast powered by Gill Athletics. Since 1918, Gill has been dedicated to empowering coaches with innovative…
The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast#40: Gill1918 presents Joshua Thomas "What I Learned Coaching a Para-Athlete for the First Time"
Welcome to Gill1918, the track & field coaching podcast powered by Gill Athletics. Since 1918, Gill has been dedicated to empowering coaches with innovative…
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#313: Chad Blank-Clarinda (IA) High School
🎙️ "We Can't Be Great in April and Mediocre in May" – Chad Blank, Clarinda HS (IA)This week’s guest is more than a coach — he’s a track guy, a school…
The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast#39: Gill1918 presents Jeremy Fischer "Training for the Jumps"
Welcome to Gill1918, the track & field coaching podcast powered by Gill Athletics. Since 1918, Gill has been dedicated to empowering coaches with innovative…
The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast#38: Gill1918 presents Niko Karavolos "Long Term Athlete Development"
Welcome to Gill1918, the track & field coaching podcast powered by Gill Athletics. Since 1918, Gill has been dedicated to empowering coaches with innovative…
The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast#37: Gill1918 presents Dr. Simone Erdner Part 2 "Dear Coach"
• Dr. Simone Erdner's website: DearCoachBook.com• Free eBook download of Dear Coach • The Will to Change: Men, Masculinity, and Love by Bell Hooks***Welcome to…
The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast#36: Gill1918 presents Dr. Simone Erdner Part 1 "Dear Coach"
• Dr. Simone Erdner's website: DearCoachBook.com • Free eBook download of Dear Coach• The Will to Change: Men, Masculinity, and Love by Bell Hooks***Welcome to…
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#312: Colin Hunter-Byron Center (MI) High School
🎧 "Amalgamation of Greatness" with Colin Hunter📍 Byron Center, MI | Head Coach & Engineering TeacherFrom robot design to relay strategy, Colin Hunter's journey…
The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast#35: Gill1918 presents Adam Trausch "How We Run a Successful XC Camp"
Welcome to Gill1918, the track & field coaching podcast powered by Gill Athletics. Since 1918, Gill has been dedicated to empowering coaches with innovative…
The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast#34: Gill1918 presents Jeff Ondo "How to Coach HJ at Meets"
Jeff presents another podcast that goes over how to coach high jump at meets. Covers things like how to warm up properly, pick starting heights, create and use…
The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast#33: Gill1918 presents Harry Marra "Teaching Points of Excellence in the LJ" Points 5-7
5. THE LAST / FINAL STEP OF THE LJ APPROACHA. Put the T/O foot down FLAT on to the T/O board. Not on your toe: not with the heel first....FLAT !!!B. Maintain a…
The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast#32: Gill1918 presents Harry Marra "Teaching Points of Excellence in the LJ" Points 3 and 4
3. THE RUNWAYA. The entire length of the approach must go from SLOW to FAST. The fastest part occuring at the moment of Take Off ( T/O ).B. The RHYTHM of the…
The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast#26: Gill1918 presents Ken Kemeny "Rethinking Throws Instruction: Glide to Spin"
Welcome to Gill1918, the track & field coaching podcast powered by Gill Athletics. Since 1918, Gill has been dedicated to empowering coaches with innovative…
The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast#31: Gill1918 presents Harry Marra "Teaching Points of Excellence in the LJ" Intro/Points 1 and 2
The APPROACH and the TAKE OFF in the Long Jump (LJ) accounts for 90-95% of how success will be measured in this event!!Hence, developing a consistent, correct…
The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast#30: Gill1918 presents Lewis Edmonson "What is Your Purpose, What is Your Pride?"
Welcome to Gill1918, the track & field coaching podcast powered by Gill Athletics. Since 1918, Gill has been dedicated to empowering coaches with innovative…
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#311: Jennifer Potter-Ithaca College
🎧 From Track Dork to Coaching Icon: The Jennifer Potter Story“I’m still a track dork.” – Jennifer Potter🏃♀️ After 30+ years in the sport, Ithaca College’s…
The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast#29: Gill1918 presents Evan Gerish Part 2 "3-Step Boot Camp"
Welcome to Gill1918, the track & field coaching podcast powered by Gill Athletics. Since 1918, Gill has been dedicated to empowering coaches with innovative…
The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast#28: Gill1918 presents Evan Gerish Part 1 "3-Step Boot Camp"
Welcome to Gill1918, the track & field coaching podcast powered by Gill Athletics. Since 1918, Gill has been dedicated to empowering coaches with innovative…
The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast#27: Gill1918 presents Ken Kemeny and Dan McQuaid "Throwing Education"
Welcome to Gill1918, the track & field coaching podcast powered by Gill Athletics. Since 1918, Gill has been dedicated to empowering coaches with innovative…
The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast#25: Gill1918 presents Bob Thurnhoffer "Long Jump Technique"
Welcome to Gill1918, the track & field coaching podcast powered by Gill Athletics. Since 1918, Gill has been dedicated to empowering coaches with innovative…
The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast#24: Gill1918 presents Jonmarc Rasberry "Using VBT in the Weight Room"
Welcome to Gill1918, the track & field coaching podcast powered by Gill Athletics. Since 1918, Gill has been dedicated to empowering coaches with innovative…
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#310: Marc Bierbaum-Iowa Western Community College
🎙️ Iowa Western’s Marc Bierbaum from Hurdler to Marathoner & Why JUCO is the Ultimate Cheat CodeThis week on the Gill Connections Podcast, we sit down with one…
The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast#23: Gill1918 presents Andrew Simmons and Niko Karavolos "The Coaching Philosophy Triad"
Welcome to Gill1918, the track & field coaching podcast powered by Gill Athletics. Since 1918, Gill has been dedicated to empowering coaches with innovative…