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In episode 59 of Elevate with Elsner, Blake Elsner interviews Dave Wiggins, a Senior Director at Recruits Baseball Club and head coach at Principia High School, as he shares stories of athletes who rose above adversity, the changing landscape of collegiate recruitment, and how modern success isn’t just about exposure—it’s about accountability, culture, and intentional growth.
Tune in for inspiring perspectives, actionable advice, and an honest look at how coaching can impact lives well beyond the game.
TIMESTAMPS
[00:00:21] Building character vs. chasing exposure in youth sports
[00:01:35] Dave’s transformation: from player to coach
[00:05:59] Leadership lessons from early coaching experiences
[00:09:42] Team discipline, goal-setting, and building culture
[00:14:11] D1 vs. D3: reframing success and college recruitment
[00:17:09] What college coaches REALLY look for
[00:22:44] Staying focused—navigating distractions and accountability
[00:26:41] The impact of NIL on athletes and leadership
[00:29:05] Mentorship, relationships, and lasting influence
QUOTES
SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS
Blake Elsner
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bpelsner/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blake.elsner/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blake-elsner-a04396b5/
Dave Wiggins
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dave-wiggins-1ba17760/
X: https://x.com/CruitsCoachDW
WEBSITES
Elevate with Elsner Podcast:https://elevatewithelsnerpodcast.com/
By Blake ElsnerIn episode 59 of Elevate with Elsner, Blake Elsner interviews Dave Wiggins, a Senior Director at Recruits Baseball Club and head coach at Principia High School, as he shares stories of athletes who rose above adversity, the changing landscape of collegiate recruitment, and how modern success isn’t just about exposure—it’s about accountability, culture, and intentional growth.
Tune in for inspiring perspectives, actionable advice, and an honest look at how coaching can impact lives well beyond the game.
TIMESTAMPS
[00:00:21] Building character vs. chasing exposure in youth sports
[00:01:35] Dave’s transformation: from player to coach
[00:05:59] Leadership lessons from early coaching experiences
[00:09:42] Team discipline, goal-setting, and building culture
[00:14:11] D1 vs. D3: reframing success and college recruitment
[00:17:09] What college coaches REALLY look for
[00:22:44] Staying focused—navigating distractions and accountability
[00:26:41] The impact of NIL on athletes and leadership
[00:29:05] Mentorship, relationships, and lasting influence
QUOTES
SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS
Blake Elsner
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bpelsner/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blake.elsner/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blake-elsner-a04396b5/
Dave Wiggins
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dave-wiggins-1ba17760/
X: https://x.com/CruitsCoachDW
WEBSITES
Elevate with Elsner Podcast:https://elevatewithelsnerpodcast.com/