Coach Beede Podcast

Coastal Carolina head coach Gary Gilmore, who coached his 25th season at his alma mater in 2020, was named the 2016 National Coach of the Year and has seen the Coastal program continually rise in the world of college baseball to a national power. He will begin his 28th season in 2023.
A two-time ABCA Atlantic Region Coach of the Year (2005 and 2016) and a 10-time conference Coach of the Year, Gilmore ranks among the NCAA’s all-time top 25 in wins with 1,293 and enters the 2023 season ranked fourth overall in wins among all active NCAA Division I head coaches. 
Under his guidance, Coastal won the 2016 NCAA College World Series, has made 17 NCAA berths, and advanced to a Super Regional three times. In addition to team success, the program has featured numerous draft picks - including 26 players drafted within the top 10 rounds over the last 15 years and built perhaps the best overall practice and playing facilities in the nation.
Gilmore was recently named the 2021 Jerry Kindall Character in Coaching Award winner presented by Fellowship Christian Athletes (FCA) and will be one of seven individuals inducted into the American Baseball Coaches Association (ABCA) Hall of Fame as part of the 2022 Class in January 2023.

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Ed Kahovec enters his fourth season as head coach of the Holy Cross baseball team and seventh year as a member of the Crusaders’ coaching staff in 2023. Kahovec was named the permanent head coach of the Holy Cross baseball team on May 21, 2020, after serving as the interim head coach during the 2020 season and an assistant coach and recruiting coordinator since 2017.

The Crusaders have seen postseason success during Kahovec's time on the coaching staff, earning a Patriot League title and NCAA Tournament berth in 2017. While at Holy Cross, he has coached seven players that signed professional contracts, including a pair of MLB draft picks.  

Holy Cross has also seen significant academic success throughout Kahovec's tenure, with the Crusaders earning the American Baseball Coaches Association (ABCA)'s Team Academic Excellence Award in 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021. During Kahovec's five seasons on the coaching staff, Holy Cross has earned 80 Patriot League Academic Honor Roll nods, along with seven Academic All-Patriot League selections.

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Cliff Godwin, who has been a part of 13 NCAA Regional and two College World Series appearances coaching at the Division I level, completed his ninth year as head baseball coach at East Carolina University in 2023.
 
A four-year letterman for the Pirates, Godwin was appointed as ECU’s 16th skipper in the school’s history on June 25, 2014, after completing a three-year stay at the University of Mississippi.
 
During his nine years at the helm of the program, Godwin, a four-time American Athletic Conference Coach-of-the-Year honoree, has guided ECU to seven NCAA Regional berths (2018, 2019, 2021 and 2022 Greenville Regional host), four Super Regional appearances (2022 Greenville Super Regional host), four American Athletic Conference regular season and three AAC Tournament crowns while posting a 351-170-1 (.673) overall record. Under his direction, 13 players have earned All-America status while 18 have been named to NCAA All-Regional Teams. Additionally, 40 student-athletes have garnered all-conference status (25 first-team selections) and 22 players have been drafted by Major League Baseball teams.
 
Under Godwin, a two-time Academic All-America selection as a player at ECU, the Pirates have had upwards of 400 student-athletes earn a spot on the East Carolina Director of Athletics Honor Roll (3.0 GPA or higher) while over 150 players have earned AAC All-Academic Team honors – including 35 of 38 members of the 2023 club.

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Brook Fordyce enters his seventh season as the Head Baseball coach at Keiser University. In 2021, Coach Fordyce led the Seahawks to the New Orleans Regional Championship and an appearance in the NAIA World Series.

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Scott Heather was named the head coach of the Bucknell baseball program on June 18, 2012, succeeding the retiring Gene Depew. Heather spent the previous eight years as an assistant coach at Bucknell, helping the Bison to a pair of Patriot League Tournament titles and NCAA appearances.

It took Heather, the 2014 Patriot League Coach of the Year, just two seasons as head coach to lead the Bison through a successful postseason run. Under Heather's tutelage, Bucknell won the Patriot League regular season and Patriot League Tournament titles in 2014. The Bison advanced to the NCAA Regional at Virginia and posted the second NCAA win in program history, defeating Liberty 5-2 behind a complete game four-hitter from pitcher Dan Weigel.

In his seven years as head coach, Heather has guided the Bison to three 20-win campaigns and 156 victories overall. The squad has qualified for the Patriot League Tournament four times under Heather, who ranks second on the program's all-time wins list heading into the 2022 season.

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Justin Haire is in his ninth season as head coach of the Campbell University Fighting Camels and in his 16th as a member of the Campbell baseball coaching staff.
After spending seven seasons as recruiting coordinator, assistant coach, and eventually associate head coach under former skipper Greg Goff, Haire was named the 10th head coach of Campbell baseball (senior college era) on June 6, 2014.
Haire has coached dozens of all-conference players, over 20 all-region players, nine conference players of the year, two region players of the year, and 21 All-Americans. Haire has recruited or coached every baseball All-American in Campbell history.

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Jonathan Hernandez is the Head Coach of the Cookman baseball team. With a wealth of experience and expertise in the sport, Hernandez leads the team with passion and dedication. He is committed to developing the skills and talent of his players while instilling a winning mentality. Under his guidance, the Cookman team strives for excellence on and off the field, fostering a strong sense of teamwork and sportsmanship. Coach Jonathan Hernandez's leadership is instrumental in shaping the future of the Cookman baseball program.

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In this captivating episode, we delve into the remarkable career of Coach George Horton, an iconic figure in the world of baseball. From his early days as a player to his legendary coaching tenure, we explore the transformative impact he had on the game. Join us as we uncover the victories, the challenges, and the enduring legacy of Coach George Horton.

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Join us in this inspiring episode of the podcast as we sit down with Mark Wasilowski, Head Coach of the University of Oregon's esteemed sports program. Embark on a captivating journey as Coach Wasilowski shares his experiences, insights, and strategies for building champions both on and off the field.

In this conversation, Coach Wasilowski takes us through his coaching career, highlighting the pivotal moments and lessons that have shaped his approach to leadership. He delves into the importance of developing a strong team culture, emphasizing values such as discipline, resilience, and unity. Listeners will gain a profound understanding of how these principles contribute to creating a winning mindset and fostering a supportive environment for athletes.

Coach Wasilowski shares his thoughts on the dynamic nature of collegiate sports, discussing the challenges and opportunities that arise in recruiting top talent, developing athletes' skills, and preparing them for success at the highest level of competition. He provides valuable insights into the day-to-day responsibilities of a head coach, from managing a coaching staff to building relationships with student-athletes and collaborating with the broader athletic department.

Throughout the episode, Coach Wasilowski also explores the broader impact of sports in shaping the lives of young athletes. He discusses the importance of holistic development, focusing not only on athletic performance but also on academic achievements and personal growth. Drawing from his own experiences and anecdotes, he offers valuable advice for athletes seeking to balance their athletic pursuits with their educational goals.

Whether you're a coach, athlete, or simply passionate about sports, this episode is packed with wisdom and inspiration. Coach Wasilowski's passion for coaching and his commitment to helping athletes reach their full potential shine through as he shares the strategies and values that have driven his success.

Tune in to this episode and be prepared to be motivated by the incredible journey of Mark Wasilowski as he discusses the art of building champions and the transformative power of coaching in the world of sports.

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Dave Lawn joined the Arizona baseball program as an assistant coach on July 9, 2015. He was retained by newly-hired head coach Chip Hale on July 5, 2021 and promoted to the role of associate head coach on July 14. He returns for his eighth season with the Wildcats in 2023.

Lawn no stranger to the Pac-12 Conference. After beginning his coaching career as a graduate assistant at Nevada in 1988, Lawn went on to spend 10 seasons at California (1991-2000) and seven at USC (2001-07). He boasts a total of 33 years of collegiate coaching experience.
Under Lawn’s guidance, 23 players have gone on to play Major League Baseball, including Mark Prior, the 2001 Golden Spikes Award winner from USC. Lawn’s teams have four times earned trips to the College World Series, four times played in the NCAA Super Regionals and nine times earned NCAA Regional berths. Additionally, his clubs have won three Pac-12 Championships, one Big West title and one Mountain West regular season championship.

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