Episodes

After growing up on a farm in central Ohio, Tim Saunders decided to do the opposite of what his friends did after high school. Most chose good paying jobs, while he went to college in pursuit of his dream. Forty years later, Tim Saunders retires with a resume that most baseball coaches dream about. A hall of fame high school baseball coach at the state and national level, 17 years coaching for USA Baseball, a state championship and life lessons learned as a baseball coach. Making $11,000 a yea...

After playing and coaching at D3 baseball powerhouse Marietta College, Mike Deegan was named the head coach at Denison University. Coach Deegan takes you inside the lessons he learned through playing sports. His people first approach has turned Denison University into one of the premier programs in the Midwest. Winning national championships It's not about X's and O's or strategy - It's people Having goals and reflection Lessons learned playing pick-up basketball Author of the book - Let I...

As a 3 sport standout at Lima Shawnee High School (OH), Brad Komminsk was a D1 recruit in football and baseball. He turned down U of Michigan football and signed as the 4th overall pick in the 1979 Major League Baseball Draft with the Atlanta Braves. We go behind the scenes and discuss his time as a MLB player and minor league manager. If you love great stories about Hall of Famers like Bob Gibson, Cal Ripken and many more. This is the podcast for you. Being the 4th overall pick in the MLB dra...

Two lifelong friends (Mike Yinger - Buckeye Valley High School Athletic Director/CDBCA Hall of Fame Baseball Coach and Brad Schneider - HR Consultant, Business Coach and School Board Member at Big Walnut High School) join the Athlete 1 Podcast to discuss a unique way to help student/athletes and coaches when it comes to difficult conversations. THE DISCUSSION ZONE Empowering the student/athlete Getting everyone on the same page *Check us out on Twitter and Instagram @athlete1podcast

Today, I sit down with two Ohio high school head coaches Chris Huesman and Don Schone. Combined, they have over 50 years in the dugout. We discuss the first full season after COVID-19, the state of travel baseball and what makes America's game so much fun to coach. 1st season after a pandemic State of summer travel baseball from a high school coaches perspective Why playing a tough schedule and good coaches are important * Follow us @Athlete1Podcast on all social media platforms

Bluffton University Head Baseball Coach James Grandey has experienced the highs and lows of college athletics as a player and a coach. Check out how he continues to build the Beaver baseball program after dealing with a tragic bus accident that took the lives of 5 of his players in just his 4th season at the helm. All Ohio Athletic Conference in football and baseball Tragic bus accident that took the lives of 5 of his players Playing to honor the players who lost their life Building the program...

Chris Jones grew up in a small town of Moundsville, West Virginia. It runs along the Ohio River. The Ohio Valley is a hotbed for producing professional athletes. At John Marshall High School, Chris was one of the top pitchers in the area. Then Ohio State baseball assistant, Joe Carbone stopped by to see him pitch 3 innings before heading to see his intended recruiting target. When Coach Carbone returned to campus, he let Head Coach Dick Finn know he found his pitcher. It wasn't the lefty who h...

Living without regrets. Pete Shier was drafted out of Hilliard Davidson High School by the Baltimore Orioles. He looks back on career and what it took to overcome a devastating injury just 9 games into his first season. Ohio State scholarship or signing with the Baltimore Orioles Dealing with a major injury Meeting Cal Ripken Jr. in the hospital Trying to work your way up through the minor leagues *Follow the show @Athlete1Podcast on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook

As an undersized high school baseball player who didn't pitch, Jeff Letourneau joined the U.S. Army and two years later decides to try-out for division 1 powerhouse Florida State University. After a bullpen session and hitting 90mph on the radar gun his dream of pitching at the professional level takes off. Jeff shares his unlikely rollercoaster path to playing professional baseball. You can't be afraid to dream. From the Army to try-out with Florida State Going from D1 - JUCO - D2 All-American...

From Cincinnati to Columbus and back to Cincinnati! Ohio State punter Drue Chrisman signs with his hometown Cincinnati Bengals. After a stellar career for the Buckeyes, Drue sits down with the Athlete 1 Podcast to discuss his path to the National Football League. Being the #1 punting prospect in the nation (Cincinnati La Salle High School) Meeting the high expectations of Urban Meyer and Ryan Day Beating Michigan and Clemson Getting the call from the Cincinnati Bengals

Utica High School Head Baseball Coach Michael Sandman on the field as a player and coach has been successful. Now he has set his sights on his battling and defeating a lung cancer diagnosis. His response to the devastating news is inspiring. Coach Sandman shares his story and how his family, players, coaches and community rally around him. His positive approach is why he is returning to the dugout much sooner than expected. All-Ohio Pitcher From Utica High School to Ball State University Taking...

Coach JJ Stoner went from playing D1 baseball straight into the coaching ranks. His experiences from D1, NAIA, summer college and high school has helped him become a valued leader in the dugout. The role of a captain NAIA college world series Lifetime memories on an Indian reservation LSU fans cheering for a player from the opposing team

Matt Lattig was a very successful high school baseball head coach who chose to step down. He came back to the game as an assistant and makes a huge impact on players, the program and community. From college pitcher to assistant coach Stepping down as a head coach of a successful program Returning as an assistant Check your ego at the door Being a sounding board for players

Jeremy Sheetinger (Head Baseball Coach at Georgia Gwinett College) joins host Ken Carpenter on the Athlete 1 Podcast! Coach Sheets holds nothing back when discussing his passion for the game of baseball. Why Georgia Gwinett College How a little league coach and baseball impacted his life Challenging Yourself Handling adversity How Bout That Ride In #DugoutChatter Podcast @Athlete1Podcast = Instagram/Twitter/Facebook

Don Schone breaks down how he's adapted his style over the years as the Head Baseball Coach at Watkins Memorial High School (OH). He shares his thoughts about his time in the world of high school baseball. Showing improvement Getting involved in the state coaches association Coaching a 1st round MLB draft pick Mental toughness Preparing players for life after baseball

On this episode, I sit down with Ohio Wesleyan Head Baseball Coach Tyler Mott to discuss what it takes to be successful. Coach Mott shares his thoughts on a variety of topics. Branch Rickey and Jackie Robinson Being a D3 All-American player Becoming the head coach at your alma mater Importance of high school coaches What it takes to be a starter Back Pain Relief Today Is you back sore? Would you like to find relief today? Just click the link for a simple solution Disclaimer: This post contains...

Olentangy Orange Head Baseball Coach Tom Marker is a student of the game. Always learning lessons and not afraid to lean on his assistant coaches and players. Get out your notebook. Steubenville, Ohio influence Leaning on assistant coaches Tough conversations with players HC Tim Corbin and the Vandy camps Body language Great stories

Scott Manahan (President - National High School Baseball Coaches Association) Joins the Athlete 1 Podcast for an in depth discussion about his 33 years as high school baseball coach. How he became a high school baseball coach Travel Baseball Parents Funny stories about coaches and umpires Never having a losing season What it took to win a state championship Experiencing Back Pain? Click the link below! http://carp9.listenbody.hop.clickbank.net/?tid= Back Pain Relief Today Is you back sore?...

After a stellar baseball career at the University of Dayton, Aaron Huesman made the decision to step away from corporate America and join the elite U.S. Army Rangers! Want To Work From Home ENTRE Nation is the premiere online community of entrepreneurs. Back Pain Relief Today Is you back sore? Would you like to find relief today? Just click the link for a simple solution Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Follow on Instagram: athlete1podcast Follow on Twitter: @athlete1podcast Athlete 1 Podcast Shop - https://linktr.ee/Carp9 Every kid has a dream of playing Major League Baseball and Tim Dillard was no different. He takes us on a journey from JUCO baseball in Mississippi to playing for the Milwaukee Brewers. Tim's mental approach to the daily grind of minor league baseball is the exact reason why he made it to the show and still is playing in the Texas Rangers organization after 19 years. In th...

After a conversation with Defensive Coordinator Luke Fickell, CJ Saunders decided to walk-on to one to The Ohio State University football team and play for Head Coach Urban Meyer. We go behind the scenes and discuss... Urban Meyer and Ryan Day Receivers Coach Brian Hartline Intercepting Heisman winner Joe Burrow Getting playing time in a room full of future NFL players Why OSU is a where recruits want to play Want To Work From Home ENTRE Nation is the premiere online community of entrepren...

Andy Singer (Fairview (OH) High School ) Head Baseball Coach talks about the challenges of running a successful program at the small school level. Also, how one of his former players found a way to get back on the field despite a tragic accident. Want To Work From Home ENTRE Nation is the premiere online community of entrepreneurs. Back Pain Relief Today Is you back sore? Would you like to find relief today? Just click the link for a simple solution Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate li...

Walsh Jesuit High School (OH) Head Baseball Coach Chris Kaczmar joins the Athlete 1 Podcast. He take us behind the curtain of one of the most successful programs in the state of Ohio for the past 24 years. Want to know why participating in high school sports is important? Here's your chance. This episode is great for coaches, players and parents. Coach Kaczmar does it the right way. Want To Work From Home ENTRE Nation is the premiere online community of entrepreneurs. Back Pain Relief Today Is...

I sit down with Ryan Alexander the Head Baseball Coach at Grove City (OH) High School and he lays out the secrets to running a successful program. Coach Alexander has 27 players currently playing in college and 60 who have played at the next level since 2009! Want To Work From Home ENTRE Nation is the premiere online community of entrepreneurs. Back Pain Relief Today Is you back sore? Would you like to find relief today? Just click the link for a simple solution Disclaimer: This post contains...