Episodes

What happens when high school coaches feel unsupported and lose their authority in the athletic community? Tune in to this eye-opening conversation on the Athlete 1 Podcast as we explore the concerning departure of these vital mentors and the importance of support from parents and athletic directors. As your host, Ken Carpenter, I share my experiences as a veteran high school baseball coach, and together, we'll uncover the invaluable life lessons coaches provide as role models and mentors. Let'...

Join us as we journey down memory lane with Phil Callaghan, a Hall of Fame member of the Ohio High School Baseball Coaches Association, celebrating his incredible 29-year coaching career. We explore the challenges of managing talented players and the changes high school baseball has experienced over the years. You'll also hear Phil's advice on making decisions in the best interest of your student-athletes. Phil shares stories from his time at three different schools - St. Francis Desales, Dubli...

Imagine experiencing a gut-wrenching extra innings loss as a high school baseball coach, and then having the courage to reflect on the game without regret. That's exactly what our guest, Olentangy Berlin High School's Head Baseball Coach Mike Weaver, does in this engaging episode. Join us as Mike shares his unique perspective on the sport, the pivotal moments of the recent match against Gehanna Lincoln, and the tough decision to bring in a reliever. We also dive into the world of high school ba...

Episode 71 Why do some teams always produce successful teams? I sat down with 5 great high school baseball coaches from around the country to discuss what it takes to win a state championship in baseball. Between these coaches, they have won over 3,300 games and over 20 state championships in high school. baseball. It starts with culture and having athletes. Pitching, defense and timely hitting. Trust in your players and focusing on developing a strong bond with your players are critical. This...

Episode 70 In 27 years as a college baseball head coach, Head Coach Bob Todd (Ohio State University Baseball - Retired) never had a losing season. He won 40 games eleven times, 50 games twice and is the only 5 time winner of the Big 10 Coach of the Year. Missing the dugout Keys to consistent success Trusting the process What he looked for in a recruit Motivating and holding players accountable 72 players signed MLB contracts 19 All-Americans All 4 of his children played D1 sports The importanc...

Episode 69 On this episode of the Athlete 1 Podcast Head Baseball Coach Delvin Jordan is in his first season coaching coaching 2022 state runner-up Redan HS Raiders (GA). Despite losing the majority of the starters to graduation, his team is making another run and picking up where they left off. Changing the style of play Base stealing and small ball Road warriors (no home field) Spring football vs baseball in Georgia Benefits of being a multi-sport athlete 2 Way Sports The impact a coac...

Episode 68 Ryne Romick (Denison University Baseball Associate Head Coach) was a All-Ohio multi-sport athlete at River High School (OH). He pitched for the University of Akron Zips and jumped right into coaching after graduation. Ryne Romick is the pitching coach and he goes into detail the challenges of trying to play college baseball and be successful. Climbing to the top Coaching staff cohesion Benefits of being from a small town and being a multi-sport athlete Wake up call for incoming ...

Parents are struggling to find what's best for their son or daughter when it comes to playing youth sports. Should you specialize or let them play multiple youth sports? The pressure of what other parents are doing, hoping for an athletic scholarship and the rising costs of playing travel, AAU or club sports. Should you specialize or play multiple youth sports? Today's guest, Andrew Petcash is the host of the Petcash Pod, creator of the Profluence Sports Newsletter and former Boston University ...

Episode 66 Marjorie Stoneman Douglas High School (FL) Head Baseball Coach Todd Fitz - Gerald takes you behind the scenes and shares what it takes to win multiple state and national championships. The SD Eagles go into the 2023 season as defending national champions with 13 players that are college bound. This interview was conducted on the 5 year anniversary of the Parkland, Florida mass shooting at Marjorie Stoneman Douglas High School. Coach Fitz-Gerald breaks down his keys to consistently p...

Episode 65 Adam Moseley - Hoover (AL) Buccaneer HS Head Baseball Coach / 2X Baseball Team USA World Champion The highly successful Adam Moseley joins the Athlete 1 Podcast. In this episode, we find out why positive leadership matters for today's athlete. Coaching expectations at powerhouse Hoover High School His approach to pitching Unique process that incoming freshmen go through when they make the team Why visiting other programs is important What practice looks like Explanation of why...

Episode 64 Bill and Frank Gamble - Massillon Jackson HS Baseball (OH) are a winning coaching combination on the baseball field. This father-son combination teach and coach the game the right way. Their roles have reversed. Bill, the son of HOF baseball coach Frank was a long time assistant for his dad. Now Frank returns to be an assistant Bill for one of the top teams year in and year out in the state of Ohio. Frank is in the Ohio High School Baseball Coaches Hall of Fame and Bill has two stat...

Episode 63 After 22 years, Chris Fugitt - Hilliard Darby HS (OH) Head Baseball Coach stepped away from coaching to enjoy watching his son play D1 baseball for Purdue and Bowling Green University. Four years later he returns to the dugout. In this episode... Getting to be a dad and enjoy watching your son play Advice if you're coaching your son What parents should know Being consistent with your philosophy What middle school players lack when they move up to the HS level Ways to make trave...

An amazing 61 episodes in two years and this one is the most listened to. Jeff Letourneau shares his extraordinary path to the NY Yankees organization. Here's why it's the most listened to episode. Going from a 5'5" high school infielder to the US Army Florida St University: Trying Out..Making it...and they never heard of you Do you realize you're throwing 90 MPH Unlikely path to All-American Pitcher Changing your age to get a professional opportunity Pitching in Yankee stadium Follow: Twitter ...

In this episode... Patrick Jones (Host of the Patrick Jones Baseball Podcast) Patrick shares secrets to improving your chances of playing college baseball. Working with players in the winter Differences between HS, college and professional hitters Non-negotiables for hitting success Increasing your chances to play at the next level Mistakes HS players make in the recruiting process Hosting a baseball podcast and interviews with the best coaches in the country - free masterclass to every ...

Kurt Hines - Coronado High School (CA) Head Football Coach Episode 60 - Relationship Building Keys to building strong relationships with your players Not sacrificing a wedding ring for a championship ring Want to be respected - not feared Getting parents to buy in Going Viral Turning a coaching mistake into a teachable moment Follow: Twitter | Instagram @Athlete1Podcast https://www.athlete1.net Sponsor: The Netting Professionals https://www.nettingpros.com

Consistently successful teams have one thing that separates them from average teams. A winning culture and the head coach is responsible for setting the tone. Greg Berge is the Head Basketball Coach and Principal at Lincoln High School in Lake City, Minnesota. He is a Sports Leadership Facilitator and author of "Culture WINS". Coach Berge puts out a weekly newsletter: Great Teams - Better Leaders - 123 In this episode: 4 steps to building a winning program Getting the right players on the bu...

Episode 58 Walter Beede knows what it takes to get youth baseball players prepared to play high school and college baseball. Coach Beede is known as "The Youth Baseball Guy" received a scholarship from Arizona State University and was selected in the 13th round draft pick in 1981 by the Chicago Cubs, His Coaching background is lengthy and extensive. He has been a head coach at the High School, American Legion, National Travel baseball and NCAA-College level, He has also worked as a Task force ...

Episode 57 features former Mercer University baseball pitcher Conrad Cornell who came up with an idea that every player, high school/college coach and parent can use in a variety of ways. That idea is the sports social media app Press Sports. What is the Press Sports App and how can it help you? Showcase your talent on Press Sports, the #1 sports social media app. Download the app, create your profile and share your sports highlights! The Press Sports believes every athlete has a story worth ...

Joe Carbone - Ohio University Baseball Legenday ABCA Hall of Fame retired head baseball coach Joe Carbone opens up about his sensational career. as a player at Ohio University 16 years as an assistant coach (Marshall, Toledo & Ohio State) 24 years as head coach (Ohio University) Miami Marlins scout USA Baseball Also: Running tournaments after retirement Incredible story ...playing for Ohio University and making it to the College World Series Recruiting stories ...finding a player who he never...

Jefferson HS (WV) Head Baseball Coach John Lowery is among the winningest coaches ever, and and even has the coach of the year award named for him. MaxPreps.com selected Coach Lowery as the Greatest High School Coach in West Virginia history as part of naming one coach, regardless of sports, from all 50 states. Learn the secrets to his highly successful 52 year powerhouse baseball program. Recently selected to the ABCA Hall of Fame 12 - State Championships 45 - Consecutive 20 win seasons Ov...

I break down the careers of two hall of fame baseball coaches and and how their storied careers come to an end. Chris Huesman (Dublin Jerome High School ) and Chris Kaczmar (Walsh Jesuit High School) were guests on episodes 1 and 4. Great coaches and even better people. *One went out his way and the other was told his services were no longer needed. Both combined for Nearly 1,000 wins 100+ college players Numerous MLB draft picks Multiple state championships Sponsored by: The Netting Prof...

A coach can make a huge impact on his or her team. Think back to when you were part of a team. How did your coach make you feel? Lewis Caralla is the Head Strength and Conditioning Football Coach at Georgia Tech University. His strength program is the glue to the GT football program. In this episode, Coach Caralla shares what it takes to be a positive influence in the weight room, on the field and in life after the game. Doing the little things will lead to success Being the best player for y...

What would high school sports be like without officials? As strange as that sounds, it's already happening. More and more sports officials are retiring or walking away from officiating. Why? Inadequate pay, average age of officials is much higher than you think and physical/verbal abuse from fans and coaches are just a few of the reasons. In this episode, I discuss the umpire shortage with Dan McGinnis (Ohio High School. Athletic Association Director of Officiating Development for Baseball). Sp...

Being a part of a team can be one of the most valuable lessons you can learn as a high or college student/athlete. Stephen Mackey breaks down his program that teaches how to develop character for life beyond the game. After a conversation with a friend, Mackey decided to quit his job and pursue a career that has lead him to develop a curriculum on character development for over 600,000 student/athletes and coaches around the country. Connecting the dots between sports and life Having an intent...