🎙️ Inside the Numbers — Powered by RockDaisy

Host ⁨Ron McKeefery sits down with Javair Gillett, Director of Performance for the Minnesota Timberwolves, to explore how MLB-to-NBA experience, data, and a health-science lens come together to drive long-term athlete development, return-to-play, and real-world behavior change.

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💡 What you’ll learn (quick hits)

• MLB → NBA: universal principles vs. key differences

• Data that drives buy-in (without overload)

• Why he pursued a PhD + the future of performance roles

• Integrated RTP: medical + S&C + skill + mental

• Workload monitoring to maximize conditioning

• Coaching sleep, nutrition, and daily habits

⏱️ Episode highlights

00:26 — Journey from MLB to NBA

01:58 — Squatting, tempo, and training differences

03:35 — Data-driven long-term athlete development

05:42 — Why a PhD in health sciences

08:10 — Transitioning from S&C coach to perf director

12:48 — Collaborative, connected return-to-play

15:03 — Simple workload reporting coaches actually use

18:12 — Conditioning - resting everyone

23:18 — Lifestyle, sleep, and behavior change in pros

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🎙️ Inside the Numbers — Powered by RockDaisyHost @RonMcKeefery sits down with Ben Creamer (U Washington) on turning VBT, GPS, force plates, and simple dashboards into real coaching decisions.If you enjoy this episode, share it on X, Instagram, and YouTube — and tag @RockDaisyAMS.💡 What you’ll learn (quick hits)• Coach-first sport science• VBT: 5 reps → 5 singles• Toolbox: EliteForm, 1080, Catapult, NordBord, plates• Readiness in training flow (CMJ/Nords)• Simple flag system (load + fatigue)• Coach-ready Power BI dashboards• In-season speed with L–V profiling• Next up: video/AI movement⏱️ Episode highlights00:27 — Ben’s path to sport science04:41 — VBT mindset & intent08:42 — Tech stack overview09:42 — CMJ/Nords cadence10:57 — Aggregating signals → flags13:31 — Dashboards coaches use17:55 — Building the sport science team22:00 — Trim noise, integrate tests24:46 — L–V profiles in season25:01 — Video/AI movement futureFollow Coach CreamerIG: @coachbencreamer| https://www.instagram.com/coachbencreamer/👉 Check out RockDaisy.com | https://rockdaisy.com/ — the athlete management system built for coaches, by coaches.

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Host @RonMcKeefery sits down with Zach Witherspoon, Director of Sports Science at University of Pittsburgh, to explore how data, communication, and culture drive elite performance — from GPS and VBT to return-to-play and athlete motivation.

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💡 What you’ll learn (quick hits)

• From S&C to sports science: building skillsets by necessity

• Creating scalable systems across 19 Pitt sports

• Reports that stick — automate + communicate

• Leaderboards thatckDaisyAMS. drive intent and education

• In-season toolkit: GPS, VBT, force plates, NordBord

• Fast flag → recover → recheck workflows

• Biggest lesson: under-stressing leads to breakdowns

• Rehab focus: control → chaos continuum

⏱️ Episode highlights

00:26 — Zach’s background & career path

01:56 — How necessity led to sports science

02:52 — Building Pitt’s sports science model

05:24 — Communication & collaboration systems

09:14 — Athlete conversations that build trust

12:35 — Leaderboards for intent & feedback

14:19 — Turning GPS flags into recovery plans

18:21 — Lessons learned: stress athletes right

🎙️ Inside the Numbers — Powered by RockDaisy

Host  Ron Mckeefery sits down with Andy Ward (Fresno State) to break down a training-camp blueprint for sports science — live GPS tracking, force plates, VBT, color-coded dashboards, and the language that turns data into real decisions.

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💡 What you’ll learn (quick hits)

• ACWR made simple — spot “hot” vs. “red” loads• Live GPS: 10% warn, 20% pull

• Weekly 90% top-ups for hamstring health• CMJ + VBT = daily readiness checks

• Coach-friendly language: “He’s getting hot”• Reverse-engineer camp loads from spring

• Build value + coach/admin buy-in

⏱️ Episode highlights

00:55 — Andy’s background & role

03:00 — Pillars: injury, performance, mindset

04:42 — Live GPS: HSD, sprints, accels, load

05:49 — ACWR basics (7-day vs 21-day, 1.5 threshold)

06:58 — Position thresholds: 10% warn, 20% pull

07:32 — Weekly 90% max-speed top-ups10:30 — Reverse-engineering camp from spring data

16:41 — Readiness: CMJ checks + VBT auto-reg

Host Ron McKeefery sits down with long-time friend and pioneer Dr. Bryan Mann (Texas A&M) to unpack how sports science and technology have evolved from pen-and-paper to force plates, GPS, VBT, and AI-driven training.

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What you’ll learn (quick hits):

• Tech → smarter training, not noise

• Science first, gadgets second

• Spot reliable vs. shaky devices

• VBT, force plates, GPS—what matters

• Simple tests, better decisions

⏱️ Episode highlights:

02:00 – From pen & paper to force plates

04:30 – Why science must guide the tech

06:45 – The evolution of VBT devices

08:20 – Avoiding the “sports tech trap”

09:00 – Testing batteries that actually matter

09:45 – How to judge reliability & validity

Inside the Numbers, powered by RockDaisy, Coach Ron Mckeefery sits down with Tony Villani founder of XPE Sports and creator of the Shredmill. We dig into game speed vs. maxspeed, the big 3 metrics (broad jump, 5–10 fly, 20→10 fly), and how a “smart is better” approach turns data into on-field performance.

What You’ll Hear

• Game speed vs. max speed

• The Big 3: broad jump, 5–10 fly, 20→10 fly

• Predicting 40 times without running a 40

• Smart post-season testing that avoids injuries

• Force vs. form — and where the Shredmill fits

• Small tweaks to keep athletes fast in-season

• Simple metrics that drive athlete buy-in & competition

00:30 – Sports science proving early adopters right

02:00 – Game speed vs. max speed05:00 – Why elite players sometimes slow down

08:00 – Group-friendly metrics that predict performance

12:00 – Convincing athletes to “work less”

14:00 – Predicting 40 times from 20→10 fly

16:30 – The big 3: broad jump, 5–10 fly, 20→10 fly

18:00 – Where the Shredmill fits in programming

21:30 – Chasing “blink-of-an-eye” gains2

5:00 – Advice for young coaches: keep it simple

Maryland Football’s Coordinator of Sport Science Dustin Plankey joins host Ron McKeefery to break down how a data-first, athlete-centered approach actually works on the floor and on the field. From blending athletic training with S&C to simplifying GPS/force-plate chaos into a few actionable KPIs, Dustin shares how to earn athlete buy-in, shape practice loads, and turn numbers into better performance—and healthier players.

01:00 Why blend AT + S&C into “performance”

04:00 Asking better questions in sport science

06:30 NFL vs. college: buy-in & athlete choice

11:00 Maryland’s Sport Science & Innovation Committee

14:30 Cutting the noise: focusing on 5 KPIs

18:00 Turning GPS/force plate data into action

22:30 Adjusting training loads without cutting practice

25:00 Worst-case modeling & density in conditioning

33:00 Rapid-fire wrap-up: tools, overrated, underrated

02:00 Cody’s journey from college baseball to strength & conditioning coach
06:30 Building Madison Academy’s performance program & moving into admin
08:00 New role in Nashville at Farm and Forge Club with Brian Kula
11:30 Mentors and career-shaping lessons
15:00 Takeaways from hosting the podcast & learning from 100+ coaches
20:00 Coaching philosophy: simplicity, intent, and athlete development
21:00 Core metrics: body weight, 5–10 fly sprint, vertical jump
25:00 Using data to drive athlete buy-in, readiness, and recovery conversations
27:30 Communicating performance data effectively to sport coaches
36:00 Busting the myth: “More is better” in training
38:00 Book recommendation: Crucial Conversations
39:30 Core motto: “Health drives performance. Play more, play better.”
41:00 Closing thoughts & where to follow Cody

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Rock Daisy and Its Founders

03:09 The Origins of Rock Daisy

06:16 Transition from NFL to Rock Daisy

08:53 Building a Data Visualization Platform

12:43 The Evolution of AMS and Customer Needs

16:10 Challenges in Customization and Scalability

19:27 The Impact of AMS on Athletic Performance

21:46 Personal Experiences with Rock Daisy

22:29 Building Rock Daisy: A Collaborative Journey

23:37 Data Collection in Sports: Bridging the Gap

24:53 Innovative Data Entry: Simplifying the Process

29:13 Templates and Customization: Tailoring Data Insights

31:51 Empowering Coaches: Sharing and Customizing Dashboards

35:26 The Future of Rock Daisy: Workout Builder and Beyond

40:02 Looking Ahead: AI and New Features for Coaches

42:44 Introduction to Rock Daisy and Its Founders

43:09 The Impact of Rock Daisy on Performance and Life

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Coach Ron McKeefery

01:04 The Evolution of Coaching and Technology

03:43 Understanding Technology's Role in Coaching

07:29 Balancing Technology and Traditional Coaching

11:06 The Impact of GPS and Neuroscience in Training

13:39 Cognitive Skills and Practice Planning

17:50 The Evolving Role of Strength Coaches

21:38 Building Trust and Credibility

24:12 Navigating the NIL and Transfer Portal Era

28:50 Adapting Training Approaches

34:07 The Importance of Mental Strength