Chris LeGates & Mark Franco, Hosts of The Tackling College Sports Podcast.

In this particular episode, you will learn:

• NCAA changes that go into effect in the Fall of 2016

Ian Goldberg, Founder, and CEO, iSport360

In this particular session, you will learn:

• How Ian came up with the idea of iSport360.
• The potential impact iSport360 could have on youth sports.
• Ian's take on what we are getting right/wrong in youth sports today.
• Much more...

Glenn Crooks, Former Head Coach, Rutgers Women's Soccer / Analyst For New York City FC / Show Host on SiriusXM FC / ODP Coach in NJ.

In this particular session, you will learn:

• How Glenn utilized a 'chalk talk' to help bridge the gap between parents and coaches
• The best way for parents & players to deal with a situation of low playtime.
• Glenn gives great advice for parents and student-athletes as they make the transition to college-level sports.

Deb Fiske, former UConn Basketball Player, 22 years of athletic service at the University of St. Joseph, and current Athletic Director at Kingswood-Oxford School, West Hartford, CT.

In this particular session, you will learn:

• How Deb went from high school ball in PA to the Final Four while playing for UConn.
• Deb’s various roles over a 22 year period at the University of St. Joseph.
• What Deb is doing as the Athletic Director of Kingswood-Oxford School, West Hartford, CT
• Finally, Deb tells us what it is like traveling with the UConn W’s Basketball team as the color commentator for the UConn radio network.

Bobbie Kelsey, Head Coach, Women’s Basketball ~ University of Wisconsin.  

In this particular episode, you will learn How Bobbie has been handling the national attention from her post-game press conference last Monday. Bobbie also has a lot to say about her coaching style and philosophy. Coach Kelsey also gives her best advice for student-athletes, as well as their parents. Bobbie is one of those guests that you can listen to all day – listen closely as Mark reveals how he truly feels about her. Her message transcends sports into everyday life – please share with friends & family.

Herm Sorcher, VP of Business Development, Sky Blue FC ~ National Women's Soccer League.  In this particular session, you will learn; Herm's advice to college athletes that are looking to play professionally, what sports are 'getting it right' from the grass roots on up to the pro level, and, the pros and cons of social media as it pertains to the professional teams that Herm has been involved with. We also put Herm in the hot seat during the hard-hitting questions in the 'getting to know you' portion of the podcast.

Ashley McDonough, Head Coach, Women’s Volleyball ~ Knox College.   In this particular session, you will learn; The pros and cons of playing & coaching at a smaller institution. Best advice for parents and student-athletes from Ashley’s perspective. How Ashley recruits for prospective players. What type of music your video submission should not contain.

Tim White, Athletic Trainer, University of Michigan ~ sports psychology coach and owner of Whitehouse Athletics chats with us about the mental aspect of injury and rehabilitation as it relates to student-athletes.  We also discuss the trend of year-round training and the importance of rest.  Tim also breaks down his recent blog series, 'The Victim Mentality'.

Dr. Steven Broglio, Associate Professor, Kinesiology / Director, NeuroTrauma Research Laboratory, University of Michigan.  Dr. Broglio is also affiliated with the Michigan Injury Center.  Dr. Broglio discusses the current state of concussion research along with proper protocols.

Dr. Jim Taylor, an internationally recognized authority on the psychology of performance in, business, sport, and parenting sits with us to discuss:  The importance or rest and healing as it relates to sports psychology; 'helicopter parents', and what makes some athletes thrive under pressure - and much more...