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Here's a new podcast started by Grambling State University head track coach Lamonte Vaughn. Sharing with you to see if you might be interested in adding it to your listening library. You can find his show over at YouTube by searching Koach2Coach. ENJOY!
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đď¸ Shawn Siemers: Coaching, AI, & Handling Criticism
In this episode of the Gill Athletics Connections Podcast, we dive deep into the journey of Shawn Siemers, Head Cross Country Coach at Mayde Creek High School in Katy, TX đđââď¸. Shawn shares his inspiring path from hockey and the corporate world đđź to becoming a transformative leader in track and field.
Hereâs what youâll hear:
â How Shawn transitioned into coaching later in life and found his true passion â¤ď¸
â His philosophy on handling parental feedback: "Iâll listen to your concerns, but you wonât sway my decisions" đŁď¸đ
â The surprising way he uses AI đ¤đ to improve athlete performance and discover untapped potential
â Insights on building a winning team culture and fostering athlete development đ đ¤
Shawnâs story is one of resilience, innovation, and making an impact in the lives of young athletes. Whether you're a coach, athlete, or fan of the sport, this episode will leave you motivated and full of actionable insights đĄđĽ.
đ§ Tune in now to hear how Shawn is leaving a lasting legacy on and off the track!
đ Explore Our Library: Dive into nearly 300 episodes featuring insights from coaching legends such as Boo Schexnayder and Dan Pfaff, Diljeet Taylor (BYU) and Beth Alford-Sullivan, as well as superstar coaches Petros Kyprianou (Illinois) and Althea Thomas (Vanderbilt) and many more! Find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and more for your listening pleasure.
đ˛ Stay Connected: Want to get in touch with our host, Mike Cunningham? Follow him on Twitter (@MikeCunningham), shoot him an email at [email protected], or send a text to 217-898-3038. We love hearing from you! đ§đ
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đ Welcome back, team! It's time for another exciting episode of the **Gill Athletics Connections Podcast!** Can you believe we're in **Season 6** of this journey? Thatâs six years of incredible conversations with the finest minds in track and field, and today, weâre thrilled to have a standout guest from Texas: the wise and wonderful **Coach Dillon May**, Head Track Coach at **LeTourneau University!** đđŚ
**đ Meet Coach May:**
Straight from the heart of Texas, Coach May has been on a whirlwind journey through cross-country courses and track lanes, soaking up knowledge and giving back to the sport. His story is filled with mentorship, dedication, and a commitment to creating a lasting impact on his athletesâway beyond just their times and marks. Dillonâs journey from Washington to Texas is one that will have you inspired and ready to take on the day! đŞđ
**đ From Football Fields to Cross-Country Trails:**
Coach Mayâs story began in high school when he played a little football, tried some rugby, and even got pulled out of games at halftime for that extra practice in the âfifth quarterâ đ But it was on the cross-country trails where he found his true calling. Through football drills and epic 400-meter hill sprints, Dillon realized he was in this for the long haul. Talk about grit and resilience! đâĄď¸đââď¸
**đ Embracing the Coaching Life:**
Coach Mayâs journey as a first-generation college student at the **University of Montana** introduced him to legendary mentors and set the stage for a lifelong passion for coaching. Vicky Pounds, his college coach, showed him the tough-love approach to track and field, which has influenced his own coaching style. Itâs not all splits and intervalsâCoach May is all about **holistic growth** and helping athletes balance their lives, academics, and sport. đ§ââď¸đ
**đŚ From Virginia to Texas: Building the Program at LeTourneau:**
LeTourneau University may not have football, but Coach May and President Dr. Mason have big dreamsâtrack and field can be the "football" of LeTourneau! With plans for an **indoor track facility** that rivals the best in the nation, LeTourneau is becoming a top destination for track and field. Coach May is bringing his unique blend of experience, faith, and genuine care for his athletes to make that vision a reality. đď¸â¨
**đ¤ Staying Rooted & Building Legacy:**
Coach May has a powerful philosophy: heâs in it for the long term, looking to make a positive impact on the lives of his athletes for years to come. At LeTourneau, heâs leading a team of dedicated coaches and athletes who are committed to making track and field a central part of campus life and community. The legacy heâs building here is one that will resonate through every lane, every jump, and every throw! đąđŤ
**đ Join Us on this Journey:**
Dive into this episode for laughs, reflections, and inspiration. Coach Dillon May is one of the many who remind us why we love this sport so muchâitâs about more than winning; itâs about the journey, the friendships, and the lessons we carry forward. Hereâs to Coach May, to LeTourneau University, and to making track and field the heart of Texas! đ đđ
Thanks for joining us on another episode of the **Gill Athletics Connections Podcast**!
đ Explore Our Library:Dive into nearly 300 episodes featuring insights from coaching legends such as Boo Schexnayder and Dan Pfaff, Diljeet Taylor (BYU) and Beth Alford-Sullivan,as well as superstar coaches Petros Kyprianou(Illinois) and Althea Thomas (Vanderbilt)and many more! Find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and more for your listening pleasure.
đ˛ Stay Connected: Want to get in touch with our host, Mike Cunningham? Follow him on Twitter (@MikeCunningham), shoot him an email at [email protected], or send a text to 217-898-3038. We love hearing from you! đ§đ
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Every year at the USTFCCCA Convention we sit down with coaches in attendance at a LIVE event on YouTube (video here). This year we asked each guest their opinions and thoughts on all the NCAA changes going on (NIL, Transfer Portal, Roster Caps, and more). Guest include Blake Boldon, Marques Lowe, David Espinoza, Charles Ryan, Jim Sprecher, Scott Hall, Ritchie Beene and more!
Today we present the audio version of this LIVE YouTube event. Enjoy!
đ Explore Our Library: Dive into nearly 300 episodes featuring insights from coaching legends such as Boo Schexnayder and Dan Pfaff, Diljeet Taylor (BYU) and Beth Alford-Sullivan, as well as superstar coaches Petros Kyprianou (Illinois) and Althea Thomas (Vanderbilt) and many more! Find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and more for your listening pleasure.
đ˛ Stay Connected: Want to get in touch with our host, Mike Cunningham? Follow him on Twitter (@MikeCunningham), shoot him an email at [email protected], or send a text to 217-898-3038. We love hearing from you! đ§đ
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đď¸ Season 6 Premiere with Tonja Buford-Bailey! đââď¸đ
Welcome back to Season 6 of the podcast! đ We're kicking things off with an absolute legend in track and fieldâTonja Buford-Bailey! đ Tonja is the owner, founder, and head coach of the TBB Track Club, coaching elite athletes like Olympic gold medalist Gabby Thomas đĽ and appearing in both seasons of the Netflix series SPRINT. đşâ¨
In this episode, Tonja shares:
Her journey from 3-time Olympian to coaching the worldâs best athletes. đđ
Behind-the-scenes insights from her time on SPRINT. đŹ
The importance of work ethic beyond the rĂŠsumĂŠ with her memorable quote: âYour work ethic, your dedicationâyou canât put that on a rĂŠsumĂŠ.â đźđĽ
Discover what it takes to succeed in track and field, both on and off the track. Tune in for an inspiring and motivational conversation with one of the sport's greats. đŚ
Listen now to start Season 6 with a bang! đ§đĽ
đ Explore Our Library: Dive into nearly 300 episodes featuring insights from coaching legends such as Boo Schexnayder and Dan Pfaff, Diljeet Taylor (BYU) and Beth Alford-Sullivan, as well as superstar coaches Petros Kyprianou (Illinois) and Althea Thomas (Vanderbilt) and many more! Find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and more for your listening pleasure.
đ˛ Stay Connected: Want to get in touch with our host, Mike Cunningham? Follow him on Twitter (@MikeCunningham), shoot him an email at [email protected], or send a text to 217-898-3038. We love hearing from you! đ§đ
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In this special episode, we connect with the distance coach from Brown University đť John Kenworthy as he shares his incredible journey through collegiate coaching. Starting with his ambitious project to establish the track program at Siena College from the ground up, he opens up about the challenges and triumphs of building a competitive team where there was none before, all while emphasizing a culture of development and growth đ.
Now coaching at Brown University, Coach dives into the fascinating and rigorous admissions process for Ivy League schools đ, revealing what it takes for student-athletes to make the cut academically, athletically, and personally. He explains the unique academic standards and intensive pre-read requirements that shape the recruiting process at Brown, highlighting what sets Ivy League recruitment apart from other NCAA programs.
We also explore how he builds a competitive distance program in the Ivy League, the balance of academics and athletics đ , and his vision for elevating Brownâs team to new levels.
đĽ This episode is packed with insights for coaches, athletes, and sports enthusiasts alikeâshedding light on the determination, grit, and community needed to thrive in track and field at one of the countryâs most prestigious universities.
đ Explore Our Library: Dive into nearly 300 episodes featuring insights from coaching legends such as Boo Schexnayder and Dan Pfaff, Diljeet Taylor (BYU) and Beth Alford-Sullivan, as well as superstar coaches Petros Kyprianou (Illinois) and Althea Thomas (Vanderbilt) and many more! Find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and more for your listening pleasure.
đ˛ Stay Connected: Want to get in touch with our host, Mike Cunningham? Follow him on Twitter (@MikeCunningham), shoot him an email at [email protected], or send a text to 217-898-3038. We love hearing from our listeners! đ§đ
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đď¸ Welcome back to the Gill Athletics Connections Podcast! Today, weâre thrilled to bring you an inspiring conversation with Tristan Smith đ, Head Coach of St. Maryâs High School in Lynn, Massachusetts đ. Tristan joins us to talk about his journey into coaching â from his own high school days discovering the hurdles đââď¸ to leading his team across all seasons of cross country, indoor, and outdoor track!
Nominated by an admirer heâs never met, Tristan represents the incredible impact coaches can have on the lives of young athletes đą. Hear how he combines his love of the sport with his professional ambitions in law âď¸ and what keeps him coming back to coach each season. From inspiring his student-athletes to building a positive team culture, Tristanâs story is full of dedication and heart.
Tune in for another episode celebrating the people who bring track and field to life, and who knows? You might even be inspired to start coaching yourself!
đ Explore Our Library: Dive into nearly 300 episodes featuring insights from coaching legends such as Boo Schexnayder and Dan Pfaff, Diljeet Taylor (BYU) and Beth Alford-Sullivan, as well as superstar coaches Petros Kyprianou (Illinois) and Althea Thomas (Vanderbilt) and many more! Find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and more for your listening pleasure.
đ˛ Stay Connected: Want to get in touch with our host, Mike Cunningham? Follow him on Twitter (@MikeCunningham), shoot him an email at [email protected], or send a text to 217-898-3038. We love hearing from our listeners! đ§đ
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Tonight at the USTFCCCA Convention in Orlando, Fla the Class of 2024 Hall of Fame class is inducted. An important member of this class is former Ashland University head coach Jud Logan, the Light Giver himself. Mr. Olympian4x touched so many lives around the world with his love, warmth, and belief. We were honored to have him on the Gill Connections podcast before he passed away. As a way to honor his memory and celebrate his Hall of Fame induction, we re-publish his interview with Mike Cunningham. ENJOY!
"Dear AU Team: it is meet week. Please act accordingly. And by accordingly, I mean reckless, passionate and with abundant vigor." -Coach Logan
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đď¸ The Power of Integration: Andreas Behm on Coaching, Mentorship, and Building ALTIS đď¸
In this insightful episode, we sit down with Andreas Behm, Vice President of Performance at ALTIS, a world-renowned track and field training center. Andreas shares his fascinating journey from Germany to the U.S., discussing how he discovered a love for coaching through an unexpected start in sport management. We dive into his experiences working with elite athletes like Aries Merritt, and his involvement in building ALTIS into a global hub for track and field athletes and coaches.
Andreas also reflects on the mentorship and wisdom he's gained from coaching legends such as Dan Pfaff, Boo Schexnayder, Dana Boone, Brooks Johnson, and John Godinaâall of whom have been featured guests on the *Gill Connections* podcast (each name is hyperlinked to go to their specific episode--CHECK THEM OUT!). Throughout the conversation, Andreas emphasizes the importance of mentorship, patience, and continually evolving as a coach.
Tune in for a behind-the-scenes look at Andreas' unique coaching philosophy and the incredible work he's doing to help both athletes and coaches achieve excellence. đ
đĄ Donât miss this deep dive into one of track and fieldâs most respected coaching minds!
đ Explore Our Library: Dive into nearly 300 episodes featuring insights from coaching legends such as Boo Schexnayder and Dan Pfaff, Diljeet Taylor (BYU) and Beth Alford-Sullivan, as well as superstar coaches Petros Kyprianou (Illinois) and Althea Thomas (Vanderbilt) and many more! Find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and more for your listening pleasure.
đ˛ Stay Connected: Want to get in touch with our host, Mike Cunningham? Follow him on Twitter (@MikeCunningham), shoot him an email at [email protected], or send a text to 217-898-3038. We love hearing from our listeners! đ§đ
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We're bringing you the individual interviews from the LIVE taping of the Gill Connections podcast from the 2023 USTFCCCA Convention.
Check us out again this year on December 16th at 6pm est on â YOUTUBE â or at the Gill Athletics booth in Orlando.
đ Explore Our Library: Dive into nearly 300 episodes featuring insights from coaching legends such as â Boo Schexnayderâ and â Dan Pfaffâ , â Diljeet Taylorâ (BYU) and â Beth Alford-Sullivanâ , as well as superstar coaches â Petros Kyprianou â (Illinois) and â Althea Thomasâ (Vanderbilt) and many more! Find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and more for your listening pleasure.
đ˛ Stay Connected: Want to get in touch with our host, Mike Cunningham? Follow him on â Twitterâ (@MikeCunningham), shoot him an email at â [email protected]â , or send a text to 217-898-3038. We love hearing from you! đ§đ
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We're bringing you the individual interviews from the LIVE taping of the Gill Connections podcast from the 2023 USTFCCCA Convention.
Check us out again this year on December 16th at 6pm est on â YOUTUBE â or at the Gill Athletics booth in Orlando.
đ Explore Our Library: Dive into nearly 300 episodes featuring insights from coaching legends such as â Boo Schexnayderâ and â Dan Pfaffâ , â Diljeet Taylorâ (BYU) and â Beth Alford-Sullivanâ , as well as superstar coaches â Petros Kyprianou â (Illinois) and â Althea Thomasâ (Vanderbilt) and many more! Find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and more for your listening pleasure.
đ˛ Stay Connected: Want to get in touch with our host, Mike Cunningham? Follow him on â Twitterâ (@MikeCunningham), shoot him an email at â [email protected]â , or send a text to 217-898-3038. We love hearing from you! đ§đ
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We're bringing you the individual interviews from the LIVE taping of the Gill Connections podcast from the 2023 USTFCCCA Convention.
Check us out again this year on December 16th at 6pm est on â YOUTUBE â or at the Gill Athletics booth in Orlando.
đ Explore Our Library: Dive into nearly 300 episodes featuring insights from coaching legends such as â Boo Schexnayderâ and â Dan Pfaffâ , â Diljeet Taylorâ (BYU) and â Beth Alford-Sullivanâ , as well as superstar coaches â Petros Kyprianou â (Illinois) and â Althea Thomasâ (Vanderbilt) and many more! Find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and more for your listening pleasure.
đ˛ Stay Connected: Want to get in touch with our host, Mike Cunningham? Follow him on â Twitterâ (@MikeCunningham), shoot him an email at â [email protected]â , or send a text to 217-898-3038. We love hearing from you! đ§đ
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We're bringing you the individual interviews from the LIVE taping of the Gill Connections podcast from the 2023 USTFCCCA Convention.
Check us out again this year on December 16th at 6pm est on â YOUTUBE â or at the Gill Athletics booth in Orlando.
đ Explore Our Library: Dive into nearly 300 episodes featuring insights from coaching legends such as â Boo Schexnayderâ and â Dan Pfaffâ , â Diljeet Taylorâ (BYU) and â Beth Alford-Sullivanâ , as well as superstar coaches â Petros Kyprianou â (Illinois) and â Althea Thomasâ (Vanderbilt) and many more! Find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and more for your listening pleasure.
đ˛ Stay Connected: Want to get in touch with our host, Mike Cunningham? Follow him on â Twitterâ (@MikeCunningham), shoot him an email at â [email protected]â , or send a text to 217-898-3038. We love hearing from you! đ§đ
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We're bringing you the individual interviews from the LIVE taping of the Gill Connections podcast from the 2023 USTFCCCA Convention.
Check us out again this year on December 16th at 6pm est on â YOUTUBE â or at the Gill Athletics booth in Orlando.
đ Explore Our Library: Dive into nearly 300 episodes featuring insights from coaching legends such as â Boo Schexnayderâ and â Dan Pfaffâ , â Diljeet Taylorâ (BYU) and â Beth Alford-Sullivanâ , as well as superstar coaches â Petros Kyprianou â (Illinois) and â Althea Thomasâ (Vanderbilt) and many more! Find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and more for your listening pleasure.
đ˛ Stay Connected: Want to get in touch with our host, Mike Cunningham? Follow him on â Twitterâ (@MikeCunningham), shoot him an email at â [email protected]â , or send a text to 217-898-3038. We love hearing from you! đ§đ
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We're bringing you the individual interviews from the LIVE taping of the Gill Connections podcast from the 2023 USTFCCCA Convention.
Check us out again this year on December 16th at 6pm est on â YOUTUBE â or at the Gill Athletics booth in Orlando.
đ Explore Our Library: Dive into nearly 300 episodes featuring insights from coaching legends such as â Boo Schexnayderâ and â Dan Pfaffâ , â Diljeet Taylorâ (BYU) and â Beth Alford-Sullivanâ , as well as superstar coaches â Petros Kyprianou â (Illinois) and â Althea Thomasâ (Vanderbilt) and many more! Find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and more for your listening pleasure.
đ˛ Stay Connected: Want to get in touch with our host, Mike Cunningham? Follow him on â Twitterâ (@MikeCunningham), shoot him an email at â [email protected]â , or send a text to 217-898-3038. We love hearing from you! đ§đ
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đď¸ Unveiling Triumph: Nathan Warneckeâs Journey to National Coach of the Year đď¸
đWelcome back to the Gill Athletics Connections Podcast! In today's episode, we continue our series with an extraordinary guest who has set new benchmarks in the world of high school track and field. Join us as we sit down with Nathan Warnecke, the head coach of Fishers High School in Indiana and the USTFCCCA Boy's National Coach of the Year for track and field.
In this compelling interview, Nathan shares his insights on coaching, his journey, and the philosophy that has driven his success. Reflecting on the challenges and triumphs of the past season, Nathan underscores the importance of resilience and learning from setbacks with his powerful quote: "We need failure to have success."
Highlights from this episode:
Reflecting on Achievements: Nathan discusses the honor of being named the USTFCCCA Boy's National Coach of the Year and the impact it has had on his team and community.
Journey to Coaching: From his early days as an athlete to his transition into coaching, Nathanâs story is one of passion, dedication, and continuous learning.
Facing Challenges: The struggles and setbacks of the 2023 season and how they set the stage for the remarkable success of 2024.
Building a Winning Team: Insights into the strategies and mindset that propelled Fishers High School to state championship glory.
Leadership Philosophy: Nathanâs approach to coaching, emphasizing the importance of failure as a stepping stone to success.
Whether you're a coach, an athlete, or someone passionate about the world of track and field, this episode is packed with valuable lessons and inspiration. Tune in to hear Nathan Warneckeâs incredible journey and the wisdom he imparts from years of dedication to his craft.
đ Explore Our Archive: Dive into over 250 episodes featuring insights from coaching legends such as Boo Schexnayder and Dan Pfaff, Diljeet Taylor (BYU) and Beth Alford-Sullivan, as well as superstar coaches Petros Kyprianou (Illinois) and Althea Thomas (Vanderbilt) and many more! Find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and more for your listening pleasure.
đ˛ Stay Connected: Want to get in touch with our host, Mike Cunningham? Follow him on Twitter (@MikeCunningham), shoot him an email at [email protected], or send a text to 217-898-3038. We love hearing from our listeners! đ§đ
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We're bringing you the individual interviews from the LIVE taping of the Gill Connections podcast from the 2023 USTFCCCA Convention.
Check us out again this year on December 16th at 6pm est on â YOUTUBE â or at the Gill Athletics booth in Orlando.
đ Explore Our Library: Dive into nearly 300 episodes featuring insights from coaching legends such as â Boo Schexnayderâ and â Dan Pfaffâ , â Diljeet Taylorâ (BYU) and â Beth Alford-Sullivanâ , as well as superstar coaches â Petros Kyprianou â (Illinois) and â Althea Thomasâ (Vanderbilt) and many more! Find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and more for your listening pleasure.
đ˛ Stay Connected: Want to get in touch with our host, Mike Cunningham? Follow him on â Twitterâ (@MikeCunningham), shoot him an email at â [email protected]â , or send a text to 217-898-3038. We love hearing from you! đ§đ
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We're bringing you the individual interviews from the LIVE taping of the Gill Connections podcast from the 2023 USTFCCCA Convention.
Check us out again this year on December 16th at 6pm est on â YOUTUBE â or at the Gill Athletics booth in Orlando.
đ Explore Our Library: Dive into nearly 300 episodes featuring insights from coaching legends such as â Boo Schexnayderâ and â Dan Pfaffâ , â Diljeet Taylorâ (BYU) and â Beth Alford-Sullivanâ , as well as superstar coaches â Petros Kyprianou â (Illinois) and â Althea Thomasâ (Vanderbilt) and many more! Find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and more for your listening pleasure.
đ˛ Stay Connected: Want to get in touch with our host, Mike Cunningham? Follow him on â Twitterâ (@MikeCunningham), shoot him an email at â [email protected]â , or send a text to 217-898-3038. We love hearing from you! đ§đ
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We're bringing you the individual interviews from the LIVE taping of the Gill Connections podcast from the 2023 USTFCCCA Convention.
Check us out again this year on December 16th at 6pm est on â YOUTUBE â or at the Gill Athletics booth in Orlando.
đ Explore Our Library: Dive into nearly 300 episodes featuring insights from coaching legends such as â Boo Schexnayderâ and â Dan Pfaffâ , â Diljeet Taylorâ (BYU) and â Beth Alford-Sullivanâ , as well as superstar coaches â Petros Kyprianou â (Illinois) and â Althea Thomasâ (Vanderbilt) and many more! Find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and more for your listening pleasure.
đ˛ Stay Connected: Want to get in touch with our host, Mike Cunningham? Follow him on â Twitterâ (@MikeCunningham), shoot him an email at â [email protected]â , or send a text to 217-898-3038. We love hearing from you! đ§đ
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We're bringing you the individual interviews from the LIVE taping of the Gill Connections podcast from the 2023 USTFCCCA Convention.
Check us out again this year on December 16th at 6pm est on â YOUTUBE â or at the Gill Athletics booth in Orlando.
đ Explore Our Library: Dive into nearly 300 episodes featuring insights from coaching legends such as â Boo Schexnayderâ and â Dan Pfaffâ , â Diljeet Taylorâ (BYU) and â Beth Alford-Sullivanâ , as well as superstar coaches â Petros Kyprianou â (Illinois) and â Althea Thomasâ (Vanderbilt) and many more! Find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and more for your listening pleasure.
đ˛ Stay Connected: Want to get in touch with our host, Mike Cunningham? Follow him on â Twitterâ (@MikeCunningham), shoot him an email at â [email protected]â , or send a text to 217-898-3038. We love hearing from you! đ§đ
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