Contacts Coaching Podcast

Jon Burke, Head Woman's Water Polo Coach at Stevenson School joins the show and discusses his own journey through coaching. From starting at UC Davis to where he is now, the former California coach of the year gives valuable lessons and insight.

In this special episode of Contacts, David Fales joins the show to tell his story and background in sports and where that has led him to what sports have done for his life and the impact of it. From his upbringing to moving up all the way to the NFL, David gives valuable insight into what sports can do.

Reggie Anderson, Assistant Director of Athletics at Young Harris College joins Contacts today to discuss what valuable insights he's gained from coaching, both on the court itself, and in administration. From how to get coaches more involved to dealing with COVID-19 in order to play, Reggie discusses what his role can involve and great takeaways from it.

In Episode 70 of Contacts, the guest chair is filled by Steve Collins, Head Basketball Coach at Madison Memorial High School and owner of teachhoops.com. With Wisconsin roots, Steve gives impactful advice on what creates a great coach that truly leaves a mark on a player's career and life.

Bryan Rooney, Head Basketball Coach for Cal State East Bay joins the podcast in this episode to unpack the powers of coaching effectively and connecting with the players, which all are key in brewing the best team possible. From being there for the players, to ensuring that you're your authentic self with the team, Coach Rooney tackles it all on this episode of Contacts.

Dan Powers, Head Basketball Coach for Pacific Grove High School joins the podcast in this episode, He talks to Justin about all varieties of wisdom for coaches. They talk about the track of becoming a coach that can be called upon, the culture you should build in your team, long-term and beyond.

Luke Gromer is a basketball coach and also the host of the Coaches Club Podcast. He and Justin sit down today and talk about what coaches need to learn and why some techniques to getting these gifts to help guide athletes, and about his own story. He can be found on Twitter at @LukeGromer and the podcast he hosts is @coachesclub_ if any of what he speaks about on this episode is of interest.

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Jamy Bechler is an author, motivational speaker, leadership consultant, and host of the popular “Success is a Choice” podcast. With a background as a championship athletic director, award-winning college basketball coach, and business consultant, he works with high-level sports teams and businesses helping them maximize results. He is recognized as an expert in leadership, culture, and teamwork. Connect with Jamy on twitter @CoachBechler or at his website JamyBechler.com