The Draft Academy Podcast

On this week’s episode of The Draft Academy Podcast, Brandon Kravitz is joined by 2x World Series champ and 2006 World Series MVP, former Gator, David Eckstein. This episode was recorded from The Draft Academy location in Winter Park! With a beautiful backdrop to this week’s pod, Brandon and David discussed the changes we’ve seen in baseball over the years, and the best advice young players can receive when it comes to hitting.

David Eckstein is an inspiration to athletes who are undersized or told they’re not likely to ever turn pro. He always believed in himself and was lifted up by family in the process. You’ll hear that entire journey detailed in this 30-minute conversation! Welcome back to The Draft Academy. Listen like a pro, so you can train like a pro.

On this week’s episode of The Draft Academy Podcast, Brandon Kravitz speaks to the newly named member of the UCF Athletics Hall of Fame, Shaquem Griffin. Shaquem speaks about what it means to be enshrined, who helped him along the way, and the training that is needed to show out at the NFL Combine.

Shaquem is all-energy, all-enthusiasm, and super inspirational as always. Enjoy this 30 minute conversation and welcome back to The Draft Academy Podcast. Listen like a pro, so you can train like a pro.

On this week’s episode of The Draft Academy Podcast, learn how the process of NIL works from someone who is in the trenches. SJ Tuohy is the executive director of ‘The Kingdom’ for the UCF Knights. SJ has traveled the country working for different football coaches, building up to where he is now. He also shares his perspective on the portrayal of his family in the hit movie, the Blind Side.

A fascinating conversation with someone who is heavily involved in the new era of NIL for college athletics. Enjoy this 30 minute conversation and welcome back to The Draft Academy Podcast. Listen like a pro, so you can train like a pro.

On this week’s episode of The Draft Academy Podcast, the inside scoop on what separates the good quarterbacks from the great ones with Pat O’Hara. It’s the most important/high-pressure position in all of sports, and Pat provides the insight and detail on the type of training and the approach that is needed to dominate the position on the field.

Pat O’Hara was a pro QB, a 9 year NFL QB coach, and the current operator of one of the elite QB training programs – QB Tactical. Find them on Instagram @QBTactical. What is the one quality that all great QB’s possess? Learn that hear in this 30 minute conversation! Welcome back to The Draft Academy. Listen like a pro, so you can train like a pro.

On this week’s episode of The Draft Academy Podcast, we check in on one of the greatest QB’s in UCF history and someone who rifled numerous touchdowns to Gabe Davis in college, McKenzie Milton! KZ shares an update on how things are going as an assistant coach with the Tennessee Volunteers, he speaks about what made the 2017 Knights offense so special, and how having a structured plan throughout the week as an athlete is the only way to thrive.

McKenzie continues to lead the next generation of college athletes during his time at UT, and with his years as a top level player in college, and the hurdles he had to overcome with his leg injury in 2018, you’d be hard pressed to find someone more equipped to talk about the efforts and focus needed for training and recovery. Enjoy this 30 minute conversation and welcome back to The Draft Academy Podcast. Listen like a pro, so you can train like a pro.

On this week’s episode of The Draft Academy Podcast, you are pretty much guaranteed to be more flexible at the end of this show. Mr. “Joe Therapy” himself, Joe Yoon, the leader of the stretch club has hopped on with Brandon to discuss some of the common issues athletes run into while getting their muscles and joints prepared for a heavy workload. Plus, what average joes can do to improve their everyday life!

Joe is a master at his craft and is so well versed in all things body care. He’s grown a massive following on social media and continues to work with the top athletes in the world, helping them to optimize their performance. Enjoy this 30 minute conversation and welcome back to The Draft Academy Podcast. Listen like a pro, so you can train like a pro.

On this week’s episode of The Draft Academy Podcast, the man himself, Gabe Davis joins the show! Gabe talks about the belief he’s always had in himself and when he knew he’d be a professional wide receiver. Gabe and Brandon discuss the nature of the wide receiver position and some of the misconceptions from people that just look at stat lines, plus, some insight on his new QB Trevor Lawrence, and the rookie he’s taking under his wing in Jacksonville.

Gabe embodies everything it takes to be a pro football player. The focus, the mindset, the priorities, and you'll hear that all throughout this 30 minute conversation. Welcome back to The Draft Academy. Listen like a pro, so you can train like a pro.

On the very first edition of The Draft Academy Podcast, Bert Whigham, head trainer for Gabe Davis hops on with Brandon Kravitz to discuss the ins and outs of what it takes to be a professional AT ANY AGE. Plus, Bert shares stories of leading by example through hard work and dedication, what makes Gabe Davis special, and what he saw in Derrick Henry that pro scouts missed on. 

And that's just the tip of the iceberg! 

Bert is a wealth of training knowledge and passion and you'll hear that all throughout this 30 minute conversation. Welcome to The Draft Academy. Listen like a pro, so you can train like a pro.

Jags WR, former Buffalo Bill, and UCF icon – Gabe Davis opened a gym in Winter Park, FL - the Draft Academy - and its not just any gym, it’s a gym that gets you prepped and rehabbing like the pros. And now, we get to tell that story. Brandon Kravitz from iHeartMedia and Authentic Audio Productions will host a show weekly that drops on your favorite streaming platforms. And we’ll discuss everything that it takes to become a pro athlete, to optimize your performance, and improve your rehab. We’ve got a ton of interesting and iconic guests lined up, including Gabe Davis himself! So make sure you hit subscribe so you don't miss a thing! The Draft Academy Podcast officially drops on July 10th and will post new episodes every Wednesday.