Join me, Jason Barnett, as I talk with assistant coaches Jay'Von Jackson and Brandon Townes. Both of these coaches are coaches for both football and basketball. They give us insight what it is like to be an assistant coach, and a young assistant coach. Finding the balance in their own coaching styles and being the best support they can for their head coaches. We also have another fantastic round of BUZZER BEATERS!

Join me, Jason Barnett, as I sit down with head cheer coach Kirsen Pillow who talks about the current season, the transition between Fall and Winter seasons, practice set up, how much their program sets themselves up like any other program, and another game of BUZZER BEATERS!

Join us as head golf coach Wiley House joins The Be An Athlete Podcast. Coach House talks to us about how the season is going so far, ways he is working with a young team to help build a positive culture that can be seen not just on the course, but in the community as well. Coach House, who was also just named FCHS Coach of the Week will also be our first participant in our new segment called, "Buzzer Beaters".

Join me, Jason Barnett, as I talk with two of our senior male athletes at Fluvanna County High School. Christian Lambert and Chazz Barksdale-White talk about what their experience has been like for them as recruits for football and basketball. A different perspective on their journey as they both attempt to continue playing their sport into college. Tune in to hear about their experiences, thoughts, and ideas that may help you navigate through what it is like to be recruited for college athletics.

In what is easily my favorite episode to have recorded so far, I talk with three of our female athletes at FCHS. Molly McCall (Soph.), Piper LaRochelle (Jr.), and Ally Barnett (Sr.). They sit down with me and help provide a little insight from the athlete's perspective on how their recruiting process has gone so far. They also give some great advice on things young people can learn from their experiences. Some have been going through this process for a while, some started later than others, and some are just starting period. No matter where you may be in your recruitment for college, this is an episode that could be a help to you and your family on your journey.

The Jefferson District activities directors put out a parent/spectator conduct document this past week. Join me as I talk about some of the main points as well as how this directly relates to each of our roles at an athletic event. I try and provide a little insight into what goes into an event from an official's perspective and hopefully lead us all in the direction of more discussions and fewer arguments.

In this episode I talk with Jason Davis. Who is our boys head soccer coach, but is also a fully licensed VHSL official for soccer. We discuss some of the reasons he ended up as an official, and some helpful information for all members of an athletic department. Check out a small glimpse into what goes in to officiating in the first part of my series on officiating.

Join me, Jason Barnett, for our Season 2 kickoff episode with head boys basketball coach, Heath Bralley. Coach Bralley provides some very insightful thoughts on the transitions that occur when losing a number of seniors and how he has tried to adjust to that this season. Make sure you listen to his thoughts on how to empower your coaching staff, and recognizing some of the lessons a coach can provide is players that are more than just X's and O's. Some really great insight, and a great way to lead off our new season in 2024!

I sit down to talk about a wide variety of topics with Fluvanna County High School Activities Director, Scott Morris. We talk about changes he has seen over the past 20 years, new sports and activities he has helped introduce. Along with some helpful information for coaches, directors, and community members about some of the things that goes into this position that may not be seen. A great listen for those interested in some of what goes on in an athletic department.

In this episode, I sit down and talk with Melanie Kennedy. Fluvanna County's head cross country, indoor and outdoor track coach. She talks about some of the highlights from the past cross country season, some of the things she must account for as a coach that is not in the high school. We also talk about the main thing she believes that coaches should possess to help them be productive as leaders within a school.