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COMMUNITY FOR COACHES

COMMUNITY FOR COACHES

By Alec

Honest discussion about why coaches are some of the most important leaders in our society today, and how they can intentionally and effectively use sports to transform lives!
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How Transformational Coaching is the Solution

COMMUNITY FOR COACHESOct 10, 2019

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The Champion Teammate, John O'Sullivan & Jerry Lynch

The Champion Teammate, John O'Sullivan & Jerry Lynch

John O'Sullivan and Jerry Lynch are nationally and internationally known authors and speakers in the arena of coaching and leadership development who share a wealth of wisdom with us today on the podcast as we explore their new book, The Champion Teammate.

Enjoy the show!


You can connect with John and/or Jerry or listen to their podcast here: https://changingthegameproject.com/





Aug 11, 202347:39
Lorne Clark on creating a team culture that takes responsibility for their teammates

Lorne Clark on creating a team culture that takes responsibility for their teammates

Lorne Clark

Football, Olathe NW HS

What was shared about Coach Clark:  Coach Clark makes ma laugh and smile everyday in weights class; he is always coaching and improving my football skills and does the same for others as well. He will always be honest and direct towards you. He cares a lot about the players and never gives up on the program. He also led our team to the state semifinals for the first time in his first year. Coach Clark cares more about the character and person you become than your success on the field.

https://communityforcoaches.org/2023-coach-of-the-year-finalists-2/

Mar 23, 202323:19
Liz Monahan on why delegation is important when you wear many hats

Liz Monahan on why delegation is important when you wear many hats

Liz Monahan

Basketball, Pembroke Hill School

Coach Monahan's podcast interview

What was shared about Coach Monahan: Starting in the summer, Coach Monohan started leadership meetings in which the entire team completed a program on leadership, communication, what it means to be a good teammate etc. They still meet weekly to discuss various topics, and it has made an unbelievable impact.

Mar 23, 202335:33
Guyden Bagsby (Coach G) on being the coach he wished he would have had

Guyden Bagsby (Coach G) on being the coach he wished he would have had

Guyden BagsbyBasketball, Raytown South HS

What was shared about Coach Bagsby:  Coach Bagsby has established a winning culture, that has energized the entire school. Leading them to the state tournament last season, and reaching the Elite 8. He has brought success in such a quick period of time with the girls basketball team. They love his enthusiasm, and his approach to the game. I can’t wait to see the many successes that will arise with our girls basketball team, and Coach Bagsby.


Mar 23, 202318:57
Kadie Duffey on being confident & competent as a young coach

Kadie Duffey on being confident & competent as a young coach

2023 Rising Star Award Recipient

Soccer, Fountain City FC

What was shared about Coach Duffy: Coach Kadie is invested in each of the girls she coaches. She makes sure to reflect on games and brings the girls together to review growth areas, how they can support and work together as a team, communicating, and learning to work and respect each other and opponents. We have been so impressed with coach kaddie and how hard she works to make sure the girls are learning, pushing themselves, and understanding kind and thoughtful team conversations!

From her 10 year old student- “She helps make us better at a sport we love and she helps to encourage us even when we struggle to encourage ourselves.”

https://communityforcoaches.org/2023-coach-of-the-year-finalists-2/

Mar 23, 202319:16
Susan Specht on the power of praying for your athletes

Susan Specht on the power of praying for your athletes

Susan Specht

Volleyball, Shawnee Mission NW HS

What was shared about Coach Specht:  Coach Specht is very transformational, building relationships through her coaching. She models accountability, a positive work ethic and integrity. Her lessons in teamwork and creating a positive climate are life lessons that go well beyond the volleyball court. In addition to her being our head volleyball coach she also is sponsor of our local SMNW FCA chapter. She spends time and energy to pass on positive messages. She is an ambassador for our athletic program, our school and the community. Her being a student educator/coach is not a job, but rather a calling, which is evident by the lives she touches.

https://communityforcoaches.org/2023-coach-of-the-year-finalists-2/

Mar 23, 202331:19
Matt Gow on sacrficing opportunities to create opportunity for others

Matt Gow on sacrficing opportunities to create opportunity for others

Matt Gow

Soccer, Toca FC

What was shared about Coach Gow:  Matt influences the boys on and off the pitch. He demonstrates goal, vision, and mission setting for both the team and the boys personally. He supports them through life transitions and is an amazing Godly man.

https://communityforcoaches.org/2023-coach-of-the-year-finalists-2/

Mar 23, 202324:34
Arianne Henry on helping players see themselves and others better

Arianne Henry on helping players see themselves and others better

Arianne Henry

Wrestling, Raytown South HS

What was shared about Coach Henry:  Coach Henry has established a great culture with her wrestling team. The level of intensity and pride that her team has is a reflection of her great coaching ability. Each year I’ve noticed more and more students showing up for wrestling, and competing with enthusiasm.

https://communityforcoaches.org/2023-coach-of-the-year-finalists-2/



Mar 23, 202322:42
David Pollard on being his athletes’ coach for life

David Pollard on being his athletes’ coach for life

David Pollard – Track & Field, Blue Springs HS Vote for Coach of the year here: https://communityforcoaches.org/2022-coach-of-the-year-finalists/ What was shared about Coach Pollard: Coach Pollard has coached at Blue Springs High School for over 28 years, coaching Football, Basketball and Track and Field. He makes a connection with his athletes he coaches, and many of his past athletes still communicate with Coach Pollard. He has looked at his role as a mentor for development and character building. He is patient with the athletes he serves, and also gets the most out of their athletic ability. Since retiring from teaching, David has continued to stay involved in education by substitute teaching and he continues to coach the throwing events at Blue Springs High School.
Apr 04, 202232:08
Jennifer Bartsch on giving and expecting respect

Jennifer Bartsch on giving and expecting respect

Jennifer Bartsch –
Basketball, Track Prairie Star Middle School
Vote for Coach of the year here:
communityforcoaches.org/2022-coach-of-the-year-finalists/
What was shared about Coach Bartsch: When I think of a coach that has changed my life through sports, Coach Bartsch immediately comes to mind. I had the opportunity to play basketball for Coach Bartsch this year. Coach Bartsch has a lot of energy and is a great role model for all of us, showing us how to be confident while reminding us to have fun. I can tell she genuinely cares about every girl on the team. On game days we dressed up as a team in different themes, including Coach Bartsch. She even dressed like us on pajama day and coached the game in pajamas! Sometimes it is hard to have fun at school and there are even days I don’t want to go, but a highlight of every day is to see Mrs. Bartsch. Playing basketball for her made each day better for me and made my 8th grade basketball season awesome!
Apr 04, 202234:06
Emily Meier on the importance of giving opportunities to every level of player on the team

Emily Meier on the importance of giving opportunities to every level of player on the team

Emily Meier
Volleyball, The Lutheran High School
Vote for Coach of the Year here:
communityforcoaches.org/2022-coach-of-the-year-finalists/
What was shared about Coach Meier: It is Emily’s goal for each player to feel loved while being pushed to be the best player she can be. Emily also does a great job of getting the team to work together. She puts together team bonding activities during the course of the season and off-season to allow the players to get to know themselves, their teammates, and the coaches. In this way, Emily strives to help her volleyball players to be better teammates who can leave school and be great coworkers who not only value the work they do themselves but the work of their cohorts.
Apr 04, 202219:33
Logan Myers - Rising Star Award Recipient

Logan Myers - Rising Star Award Recipient

Logan Myers – 2022 Rising Star Award Recipient Speed & Agility Training, Ignite Your Game What was shared about Coach Myers: Logan quickly formed deep relationships with all of our youth athletes through his easygoing personality, goofy dance moves, and inside jokes. More importantly, he takes a deep interest in the lives of the kids he coaches. He’s often on the sidelines watching their games, taking kids out to lunch, and more. He prays fervently for the kids and their walks with the Lord. Last semester, he got to help lead an athlete that we coached to know Jesus has his Lord and savior. Logan is a one in a million coach that’s changing our community for the better. https://communityforcoaches.org/2022-coach-of-the-year-finalists/
Apr 04, 202228:01
Bob Ehler on the importance of time giving perspective in coaching

Bob Ehler on the importance of time giving perspective in coaching

Bob Ehler
Volleyball, St. James Academy and MAVs KC
Vote for Coach of the year here:
communityforcoaches.org/2022-coach-of-the-year-finalists/
What was shared about Coach Ehler: Bob Ehler is using volleyball to change the lives of countless young women. He challenges his players; his standards are high but he coaches his girls in a manner that results in his players consistently rising to the occasion. On the court, he pushes players to their limit, but off the court, each and every one of his players knows they matter to him more than any score on a scoreboard. Bob’s care for his players is most evident by the fact that even if players move on to pursue other athletic or academic endeavors, Bob still makes a point to check in with them and their families. Bob loves volleyball, but he loves his players even more.
Apr 04, 202218:07
Kathy Sawyer on validating players by listening and acknowledging their feelings

Kathy Sawyer on validating players by listening and acknowledging their feelings

Kathy Sawyer
Volleyball, Overland Trail Middle School
Vote for Coach of the year here:
communityforcoaches.org/2022-coach-of-the-year-finalists/
What was shared about Coach Sawyer: Coach Kathy Sawyer is a true champion for her athletes. She has high expectations for her girls and doesn’t allow them to settle for anything but being the best version of themselves on and off the court. While winning is a nice perk, it’s not end all/be all to Coach Sawyer. If her athletes are having fun on the court and are improving their skills, she knows she’s succeeded. OTMS is so lucky to have her on our coaching staff!
Apr 04, 202216:02
Adam Runyan on how a mentor makes a difference longterm

Adam Runyan on how a mentor makes a difference longterm

Adam Runyan
Basketball, Mill Valley HS
Vote for Coach of the year here:
communityforcoaches.org/2022-coach-of-the-year-finalists/
What was shared about Coach Runyan: Adam has taken our Girls basketball program at Mill Valley and transformed not only the athletic play of our athletes, but the culture of our program. His unending passion and energy to create the strongest program in the state is second to none. I have observed Adam on many occasions bring his team together and beyond creating a strategy for winning, he shares his belief in them as both individuals and a team. He is committed to creating a Mill Valley brand, complete with both individual successes of his players both on and off the court. Not only is Adam outstanding on the court, he is stellar in the classroom as well. The same level of passion and commitment he shows on the court, he demonstrates in his business classroom. He is organized, has a strong grasp of content knowledge, and then instructs with energy and enthusiasm. I believe you would be hard pressed to find another candidate as deserving as Mr. Adam Runyan.
Apr 04, 202217:08
Jim Huber on mindset and leading parents
Feb 19, 202257:22
Fred Merrell shares from his 46 years of coaching & being open about his Christian faith
Dec 22, 202129:27
Segev Rabinoviz on the power of mastering your coaching craft through repetition

Segev Rabinoviz on the power of mastering your coaching craft through repetition

Segev Rabinoviz

How to use your voice as a coach: https://coachingsoccerweekly.com/296-how-to-you-use-your-voice-as-a-coach/

Gladiator Soccer Academy: https://www.gladiatorsocceracademy.com

Community for Coaches: https://communityforcoaches.org

Are you interested in being mentored? Contact Alec Lemmon to learn how to join a Coaching with Purpose book study group: https://coachalec.wordpress.com/mentorship/


Nov 04, 202154:27
Jason Holzer on building resilience and giving athletes a solid foundation of value

Jason Holzer on building resilience and giving athletes a solid foundation of value

https://communityforcoaches.org Today's guest: Jason Holzer Co-Founder of 4D Athletes Amazon Best Selling Author Post-Traumatic Growth Storyteller/Speaker IFTT Certified Thought Coach Breakthrough Basketball Elite Skills Coach Shattered by Suicide, Renewed by Resilience: How to Move Forward After Being Left Behind https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DEePxORAth4&feature=emb_logo
Oct 25, 202140:08
Craig Enloe on prioritizing development & hard work pays off

Craig Enloe on prioritizing development & hard work pays off

CFC Coach is the Year Finalist and youth sports coach with 3&2 baseball & GABL Basketball
Oct 21, 202122:57
Austin Isham on helping kids find their place

Austin Isham on helping kids find their place

CFC Coach of the Year Finalist MAVS Boys Volleyball Coach
Oct 21, 202118:39
Lisa Cowan on how negative coaching experiences motivated her

Lisa Cowan on how negative coaching experiences motivated her

CFC Coach of the Year Finalist Kansas City Christian Cross Country Coach
Oct 21, 202135:21
Ryan Hintz on building his own authentic team culture

Ryan Hintz on building his own authentic team culture

CFC Coach of the Year Finalist head basketball coach at Blue Valley West High School
Oct 21, 202128:52
Tyler Kincaid on the danger of getting siloed & the power of Coaching with intent

Tyler Kincaid on the danger of getting siloed & the power of Coaching with intent

CFC Coach of the Year Finalist and head baseball coach at Blue Valley Southwest High School
Oct 21, 202123:19
Jessica Horstick on timing the teachable moment & coaching for “her”

Jessica Horstick on timing the teachable moment & coaching for “her”

Jessica Horstick is the Head Girls Volleyball Coach at Blue Valley West High School
Oct 21, 202123:07
Dena Johnston on passion & inspiring commitment to action

Dena Johnston on passion & inspiring commitment to action

CFC Coach of the Year Finalist Dena Johnston is the dance coach at Lawrence Free State High School.
Oct 06, 202123:30
John Parker on Pay To Play in Youth Soccer
Feb 07, 202101:51:36
Dan Visser on building a coaching philosophy

Dan Visser on building a coaching philosophy

Dan Visser is current assistant coach for the Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC of the USL and Messiah College soccer graduate. We talked about Dan's playing days from his early start in soccer while living in France to his path to Messiah College, one of the winningest college soccer programs of all time. We also discussed in the development of his coaching philosophy and some of they key influences in his coaching journey.  This will give some interesting insight to anyone wanting to develop their craft as a coach and continue to reach higher levels.  Dan Visser Contact: Website: https://danvisser.com Email: dv1171@gmail.com Phone: 610.733.4166


CFC was ranked 9th on the Top 20 Sports Coach Podcasts You Must Follow in 2021. See the top 20 list here: https://blog.feedspot.com/sports_coach_podcasts/

Feb 05, 202101:38:13
Kevin and Jeff on club collaboration and why youth sports matter!
Nov 30, 202001:02:46
Part 3: Quinn McDowell on building a team culture with the power of stories
Aug 08, 202001:02:34
Bryce McClanahan on gaining clarity about your calling as a coach
Jul 30, 202030:39
Part 2: Quinn McDowell on the The Purpose Driven Leader - a system of belief for a life of leadership.
Jul 10, 202041:43
PART 1: Quinn McDowell on the Purpose Driven Leader - his sports journey and the commitment to RELATIONSHIPS, PROCESS and EXCELLENCE
Jul 02, 202046:46
Todd Johnson on how transactional coaching impacted his own son and how he changed

Todd Johnson on how transactional coaching impacted his own son and how he changed

Todd Johnson - baseball coach at Advanced Baseball Academy in Stilwell, Kansas and CFC Coach of the Year Finalists - shares his experience as a dad coach and how he made the change from being a transactional coach mostly concerned with results, to a coach focused on the transformation of the character of kids and families through sports.
Jun 01, 202020:35
Kelsey Carbajo on teaching her players to attack life with passion

Kelsey Carbajo on teaching her players to attack life with passion

Kelsey Carbajo, cross country / track coach at Olathe West High School in Olathe, Kansas and CFC Coach of the Year Finalists - shares about the family culture she works to create in the program and also how she infuses passion for life and running into her players!
Enjoy the show!
May 29, 202013:10
Kent Shelley on the power of looking your players in the eyes and telling them you love them

Kent Shelley on the power of looking your players in the eyes and telling them you love them

Kent Shelley, baseball coach at Johnson County Community College in Overland Park, KS and CFC Coach of the Year Finalists talks about the impact of tough love and why it’s so important to tell your players you love them.
Enjoy the show!
May 27, 202015:37
Sam Knopik, “Whatever ‘success’ is for you, you better hit it!"

Sam Knopik, “Whatever ‘success’ is for you, you better hit it!"

Sam Knopik football coach at Pembroke Hill High School in Kansas City, Missouri and CFC Coach of the Year Finalists about the importance of defining success!
Enjoy the show!
May 25, 202014:20
Shelby Hoffman shares why each player-relationship can and should be unique

Shelby Hoffman shares why each player-relationship can and should be unique

Shelby Hoffman, volleyball coach at Lee’s Summit North in Lee Summit, Missouri and CFC Coach of the Year Finalists share about the importance of allowing each player relationships to be unique and keeping balance in her own personal life.
Enjoy the show!
May 22, 202010:51
Master Shim shares about the importance of respect and discipline as a Taekwondo teacher.

Master Shim shares about the importance of respect and discipline as a Taekwondo teacher.

Master Shim, Teacher at KAT Tae Kwan Do in Shawnee, Kansas and CFC Coach of the Year Finalists share about teaching during the COVID-19 season and the importance of keeping relationships going over social media. She also talks about the power and importance of mental training during the time.
Enjoy the show!
May 20, 202007:55
Jen Betz talks about coaching as a ministry.

Jen Betz talks about coaching as a ministry.

Jen Betz, swimming coach at Kanas University in Lawrence, Kansas and CFC Coach of the Year Finalist - shares about her experiences as coach.
May 18, 202013:32
Dan Morrow on what he learned from coaching multiple sports

Dan Morrow on what he learned from coaching multiple sports

Dan Morrow, basketball coach at Olathe South High School in Kansas and CFC Coach of the Year Finalists talks about how coaching and playing multiple sports made him better.
Enjoy the show!
May 15, 202012:48
Molly Karagyaurov on how empowered women empower women

Molly Karagyaurov on how empowered women empower women

Molly Karagyaurov, volleyball coach at MidAmerica Nazarene University in Olathe, KS and CFC Coach of the Year Finalists share about her struggles with playing professional volleyball in Europe, how she empowers her girls, and how she works towards leading with honesty and transparency.
Enjoy the show!
May 13, 202017:02
Jesse Griffin on putting players first and the fun of seeing kids grow

Jesse Griffin on putting players first and the fun of seeing kids grow

Jesse Griffin, cross country / track coach at Lee’s Summit West in Missouri and CFC Coach of the Year Finalist - Jesse Griffin - talks about the power of putting players first and the joy of seeing his kids grow into great athletes and people.
May 11, 202015:04
What is the role of the Coach?

What is the role of the Coach?

CWP MODULE 2, LEASON 2 notes: https://communityforcoaches.org/cwp-module-2-lesson-2-2/

Apr 10, 202022:53
John O’Sullivan and Why EVERY MOMENT MATTERS
Dec 12, 201940:44
The Purpose of Sports & Why "FUN" Matters

The Purpose of Sports & Why "FUN" Matters

The Coaching with Purpose is a series designed for coaches to have small group discussions on the role of coaches and how they can intentionally and effectively use sports to transform lives. This is  MODULE 2. Lesson 1 of the series. 

You can follow along with the discussion guide here: https://communityforcoaches.org/module-2-lesson-1/

Dec 12, 201928:32
Brian Mowry on being a transformational ASSISTANT COACH!

Brian Mowry on being a transformational ASSISTANT COACH!

Brian shares some key lessons he has learned about being an effective assistant coach, how his dad’s coaching impacted him, how his high school basketball coach taught leadership through delegating key decisions to the team and so much more! An incredible episode you will truly enjoy! Bio: Brian has taught for 16 years. The last 13 at BVHS (2 at middle schools in Olathe and 1 at a university in China)

Brian was an assistant coach for boys tennis at Olathe North High for two years and for four years at BVHS.

He has been the Varsity Assistant boys basketball coach for the last 6 years at BVHS. Previously I was the boys freshmen coach at BVHS for 7 years.
Oct 25, 201938:45
How to become transformational

How to become transformational

The Coaching with Purpose series was designed for coaches to have small group discussions on the role of coaches and how they can intentionally and effectively use sports to transform lives. This is  MODULE 1. Lesson 3 of the series.

You can follow along with the discussion guide here: https://communityforcoaches.org/cwp-module-1-lesson-3/

The first step to hitting any target or achieving any goal is deciding on the target! Enjoy the show!

Oct 11, 201929:58
How Transformational Coaching is the Solution

How Transformational Coaching is the Solution

The Coaching with Purpose is a series designed for coaches to have small group discussions on the role of coaches and how they can intentionally and effectively use sports to transform lives. This is  MODULE 1. Lesson 2 of the series.

You can follow along with the discussion guide here: https://communityforcoaches.org/cwp-module-1-lesson-1-2/

How can coaches shift the culture of youth sports?

Oct 10, 201923:52
Michael Loney shares how God built an inner city basketball program in Kansas City
Oct 10, 201924:43