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Eric Krause was born just outside of Philadelphia in Dublin, Pennsylvania. He is the youngest of 2 other siblings (Jarod, Shelly). While in HS he was a multi-sport athlete (football, basketball, track, & powerlifting). He graduated from Temple University with a Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology. Eric is currently in his eighth year at FGCU in 2018-19, serving as the Associate Strength and Conditioning Coordinator. Krause began his time at FGCU as an intern assisting with all sports. After a year, he was promoted to full-time assistant strength and conditioning coach, in charge of the development of men’s and women’s golf, men’s and women’s tennis and cheer. In his tenure at FGCU, Krause has been tasked with all aspects of the strength and conditioning programs for a multitude of sports including women's basketball, volleyball, beach volleyball, swimming and diving, men's soccer, men's and women's golf and men's and women's tennis. Currently, he is tasked with the development and implementation of all strength & conditioning program aspects for Men’s Soccer, Volleyball, Beach Volleyball, Swim & Dive, and Men’s & Women’s Tennis. Prior to his time at FGCU, Krause had the pleasure of being mentored by some of the best in the business, including Ron McKeefery and Frank Wintrich. Furthermore, throughout his career, Krause has had the great honor of working with a host of very talented athletes, some of which have since gone pro or become Olympians: OLYMPIANS- Lani Cabrera, Evita Leter, Karen Vilorio MLS- Rodrigo Saravia, Nico Samayoa, Preston Kilwein, Kamar Marriott, Aaron Guillen WNBA- Whitney Knight EURO-PRO BBALL-Sarah Hansen, Brittany Kennedy, Anthi Chatziagiakoumi PGA- Daniel Mazziota, Krause is a certified strength and conditioning specialist by the National Strength and Conditioning Association. He has also been certified by USAW and Precision Nutrition. Eric and his lovely wife, Christina live in Fort Myers. This Christmas they were blessed with the arrival of their first child, a beautiful baby girl, Mila Elena Krause.

Biggest mistake he has made and how he learned from it.

Managing multiple sports and giving them the attention they deserve.

Sharing a space with Campus Rec.

Mentoring a young staff.

Best piece of coaching advice he has ever received.

His favorite quote, Book/App/Website recommendation.

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Clare Quebedeaux joined the Buckeye strength and conditioning program in 2018. Prior to Ohio State, Quebedeaux was the director of strength and conditioning at Southeastern Louisiana University, working with the football, basketball, women’s soccer, women’s tennis and men’s golf programs. She was also an assistant strength and conditioning coach at Temple University and the University of Hartford. She served as a graduate assistant for strength and conditioning while attending University of Tennessee. Quebedeaux earned her bachelor’s degree in exercise science with a concentration in strength and conditioning from University of Wisconsin – La Crosse in 2010. She went on to receive her master’s in kinesiology with a concentration in exercise physiology from University of Tennessee in 2013. Quebedeaux is a National Strength and Conditioning Association Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and a certified strength and conditioning coach by the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coach Association.

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Michael Silbernagel has been the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Marauders since the department started in January 2011. He oversees three assistant coaches and the year-round strength and conditioning for the University of Mary athletic teams.

Biggest mistake he has made and how he learned from it.

Creating an athlete profile on a budget.

Training in concepts not absolutes.

Power of social media to build a brand and educate your athletes.

Best piece of coaching advice he has ever received.

His favorite quote, Book/App/Website recommendation.

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Fred Hale is in his fifth at Eastern Michigan University as his third as the co-Director of Sports Performance. Hale joined the EMU Sports Performance staff after serving as a sports performance coach at Power Train Sports Institute for one year.

Prior to his time at Power Train Sports Institute, Hale was an intern for the Buffalo Bills before spending a year with the University of Tennessee, working primarily with the football, baseball and track and field teams.

Hale attended Mercyhurst University where he graduated with a Bachelor’s of Science in Exercise Science in 2011. The 27-year-old went on to earn his master’s in exercise science in 2012 from Mercyhurst while working with the rowing team. In the 2011-12 season, the rowing team won the Dad Vail Regatta, which is the largest collegiate regatta in the United States. He is Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC) under the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCA).

A native of Mentor, Ohio, Hale was a three-sport athlete participating in football, wrestling and track and field while garnering all-state honors in football and wrestling at Mentor High School. Hale went on to play football and wrestle at Mercyhurst University where he earned all-conference and All-American honors.

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Chris Grautski is in his first full academic year as an assistant strength and conditioning coach for the College of the Holy Cross in 2018-2019.

Grautski joined the Crusaders after serving as the head strength and conditioning coach at Assumption College for a year and a half. He also spent three seasons as an assistant football coach and strength and conditioning coordinator for multiple programs at Assumption from 2013-2015.Prior to his time at Assumption, Grautski was the defensive line coach and strength and conditioning coordinator at Worcester Polytechnic Institute for Three years.

He was previously the defensive line and strength and conditioning coordinator at Fitchburg State University for two seasons. Grautski began his strength and conditioning career as an intern at Holy Cross in 2008-2009, assisting with the football, field hockey, men's basketball, men's ice hockey and men's lacrosse teams. Certified by the National Strength and Conditioning Association, Grautski is a 2009 graduate of Worcester State University with bachelor’s degree in health science. He was a four-year starter on the defensive line for the Lancers, serving as a team captain for two years. Grautski went on to earn his master’s degree in leadership and management from Fitchburg State in 2013.

Biggest mistake he has made and how he learned from it.

Being a Sport Coach and a Strength Coach

Using technology to prevent injuries.

How to create an environment of support.

Best piece of coaching advice he has ever received.

His favorite quote, Book/App/Website recommendation.

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In my Seventh season at NRL club the Newcastle Knights but my first year in a new role as the Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach after previously having held the role of Elite Pathways Physical Performance Manager.

I also spent two seasons as the Head Strength & Conditioning Coach at the Wyong Roos in the NSW Cup. A graduate of the University of Newcastle, I also completed my Masters through Edith Cowan University in Perth, Australia.

I’m a Level 2 S&C coach through the Australian Strength and Conditioning Association (ASCA) and a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the NSCA.

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Biggest mistake he has made and how he learned from it.

Going from an intern to the National Rugby League.

Challenges and benefits of working with the Academy System.

Benefits of International Professional Development.

Best piece of coaching advice he has ever received.

His favorite quote, Book/App/Website recommendation.

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Erik Schwager joined the Wolves as the Director of Strength, Conditioning and Sports Performance and Head Strength and Conditioning Coach in August 2015.

Accomplished in his field, Schwager brings with him extensive experience from the collegiate and professional level of athletics. Most recently he served as an assistant at Limestone College where he started the strength and conditioning program for football. At Limestone he also designed and implemented strength and conditioning programs for men’s basketball, track and field, cheer and dance.

Before his time at Limestone he spent two years as the assistant strength & conditioning coach at the University of Hartford. At Hartford, Schwager was responsible for designing, implementing, supervising and scheduling strength and conditioning programs for baseball, women’s volleyball, men’s and women’s tennis, track and field and golf. He also supervised intern and volunteer staff while maintaining a strong line of communication with both coaches and athletic trainers to develop rehabilitation programs that complement activities designed by the sports medicine staff.

In addition to dealing directly with equipment company representatives, he also assisted in equipment purchases which enhanced student-athletes’ athletic performances and spoke with recruits and their parents about the strength and conditioning program during recruiting trips. Prior to his time at Hartford, Schwager was the associate strength and conditioning coach at Hillsborough CC in Tampa, Fla. from February –June of 2011 and was the minor league strength and conditioning coach for the Batavia Muckdogs, the Single-A minor league affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals.

Additionally, he has worked with Princeton University football, the University of South Florida and Michigan State University at the internship or volunteer level. Both of the latter were with the football programs and Olympic sports. Schwager has also had numerous articles published, with the majority coming on www.SmarterTeamTraining.com. One of his articles has also been published on www.ronmckeefery.com, which is run by current Eastern Michigan Head Strength and Conditioning Coach Ron McKeefery. Some of Schwager’s Articles Include: “The Fundamental Football Position” “Locked In or Checked Out? It’s Your Choice” “The Hemi vs. The Hybrid in Sport” Schwager earned a Master’s in Exercise Science from California University of Pennsylvania in 2012 and holds a Bachelor’s in Recreation Management with a concentration in Fitness Management from Lock Haven University earned in 2009.

Biggest mistake he has made and how he learned from it.

How best to work with the a large amount of athletes with limited space and resources.

How best to communicate with disgruntled coaches.

How to make where you are at the big time.

His favorite quote, Book/App/Website recommendation.

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Director of Training for Power Athlete and has been working with John Welbourn since 2012. Former collegiate lacrosse defensive midfielder and 3-year team captain for Marymount University.

Coached S&C collegiately with Georgetown University as well as interned at University of Texas at Austin's football program. Apprenticed under Raphael Ruiz studying proper implementation of science based, performance driven training systems for swimmers, fighters, and field & court sport athletes.

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Todd Barbour was named Head Strength and Conditioning Coach for Olympic Sports in February of 2008. His responsibilities in that area include overseeing all components of Olympic sports student-athlete development in the areas of strength, power, speed, agility, mobility, recovery and conditioning. Development and oversight of the budget and continued development and upgrade of 2 weight rooms utilized by their 16 Olympic Sport teams. Barbour’s responsibilities also include providing direction and leadership to establish, implement and accomplish unit objectives; hiring, mentoring and training of strength and conditioning coaches; and policy and procedure development and implementation. Since joining the Razorbacks they have enjoyed tremendous success in the SEC and on the National stage. The Razorbacks have celebrated 3 National Championships, 31 SEC Championships, and have celebrated record breaking years for their 16 sports. Prior to joining the Razorbacks, Barbour developed and private training center in Colorado and served as the Director there for 4 years. Barbour also served as an assistant strength and conditioning coach at Oregon State University for 6 years where he served as the lead assistant with football and head strength coach for baseball, softball, and both men’s and women’s golf teams. Barbour and his wife of 24years, Angie Barbour, have 3 boys, Tysen (17), Ayden (15) and Tanner (14).

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What experience in his journey impacted him the most, and Why.

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Keir Wenham-Flatt is the Director of Strength & Conditioning/Coordinator of Football Performance at the College of William & Mary, an NCAA Division 1 institution in Williamsburg, Virginia. Prior to his arrival in the USA, Keir was most well known for time in professional rugby in the UK, Australia, Argentina & Japan, most notably a 4th place finish at the 2015 Rugby World Cup with Los Pumas Argentina. Keir is the co-founder of www.strengthcoachnetwork.com, a unique education, networking and career guidance platform which helps strength & conditioning coaches to achieve their professional goals AND career stability.

In This Episode We Discuss:

What experience in his journey impacted him the most, and Why.