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Send us a textOn today's episode we have Coach C White. Coach White started her coaching career as a part time assistant at Bentley University; where she was also a standout player, scoring over 1000 points; currently 12th all time in assists, and 8th all time in three-pointers. She then spent 1 year as an assistant at Harvard University, but came back to Bentley as Bentley's top assistant, where she remained until she was named the head coach in 2020. In the 24-25 season Coach White's team notched an impressive 33-2 record, winning the NE-10 championship, for the 4th year in a row, and making it to the elite eight in the NCAA DII tournament.On this episode we discuss:The small details coach White watches for when at AAU tournamentsParents role in the recruiting processCommon misconceptions about NCAA DIIDII and scholarshipsQuestions coach White likes to ask student-athletes on visitsBreaking down the skill that is most difficult to translate from high school to collegeAnd much more!Bentley Women's Basketball InstagramBentley Women's Basketball Recruiting QuestionnaireIf you have any questions for me or our future guests email hoopsthroughlife@gmail.comIf you're interested in connecting or working together, let's have a conversation - send me an email today - hoopsthroughlife@gmail.comCheck out Hoops Through Life on: Hoops Through Life WebsiteXInstagramFacebookThe views and opinions shared by coaches and other professionals on this podcast are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Hoops Through Life. Hoops Through Life is an independent entity, not affiliated with any school or coach, and is not responsible for the opinions expressed by these individuals.

In Episode 388 of Airey Bros Radio, we go belly to belly with Coach Joey Martinez, Head Men's Wrestling Coach & Director of Wrestling at Menlo College.Coach Martinez has led the Oaks for 16 seasons and just guided the program through a historic year — their first as an NCAA Division II program, capturing the inaugural MPSF Championship, winning the program's first NCAA national title, producing 3 individual NCAA champions, 10 All-Americans, and going undefeated at home.In this deep dive, we cover:Coach Martinez's origin story from athlete to coach and 16 years leading Menlo WrestlingTransitioning from NAIA to NCAA Division II and the challenges of the two-year postseason ineligibilityRecruiting philosophy: California roots, national reach, and finding the right student-athlete fitBuilding culture, character, and maturity in today's athletesThe role of parents in recruiting and student-athlete developmentMenlo's tight-knit community, business school focus, and Bay Area opportunities for athletesAlumni support, internships, and life beyond the matThe importance of dual meet atmospheres, rivalries with SF State & Humboldt, and undefeated home crowdsIf you're a wrestling fan, recruit, parent, or coach, this episode shines a light on the “diamond in the rough” that is Menlo College Wrestling.

In Episode 386 of Airey Bros Radio, we go belly to belly with Coach Mark Del Monaco, the newly appointed Director of Track & Field and Cross Country at Tiffin University. A proud New Jersey native with coaching stops at Metro State, Cal State East Bay, and Minot State, Coach Del Monaco has built a reputation for developing nationally recognized NCAA Division II programs and producing All-Americans, record-holders, and champions.In this conversation, we cover:Coach Del Monaco's journey from La Salle University runner to DII head coachHis approach to scholarships, recruiting, and international talent pipelinesBuilding culture, character, and the right “fit” at TiffinThe balance of administration vs. athlete-first coachingCross country and track insights, from double threshold training to facilities advantagesWhat to expect from the Tiffin Dragons in 2025 and beyondWhether you're a student-athlete, parent, coach, or fan of NCAA DII athletics, this episode is packed with lessons on leadership, program building, and the reality of college athletics outside the Power Four spotlight.

Get inside the minds of championship-caliber coaches from the top NCAA Division II men's track & field programs as we recap the 2025 Outdoor National Championships.In this exclusive roundtable, we're joined by:

Join episode 367 of Airey Bros Radio, where we go Belly to Belly with Coach Gennaro Bonaventura, head wrestling coach at Fairmont State University (streamed live May 27). Discover how he's elevated the Falcons with back-to-back third-place finishes at the MEC Championships, NCAA DII national qualifiers each season, and strong Academic All-Americans.We dive into:

In this jam-packed episode of Sports Stuff with Jim & Muff, we dive into all the latest sports news, from March Madness and Muff / Alex betting updates to big NFL rule changes, and plenty of juicy drama around the leagues! We kick things off with updates from our tournament bracket challenges, including the frontrunners in both the men's and women's brackets. Then, we discuss some exciting wrestling news, including a shoutout to WLU's 3x NCAA DII champion Ty McGeary and the controversy surrounding the Hodge Trophy in DI men's wrestling. Baseball is heating up with the debut of the "torpedo bat" and a historic start for the Pirates, while college baseball sees Texas A&M and Kentucky in a heated controversy over a travel curfew. We also talk about Sidney Crosby's historic milestone, surpassing Wayne Gretzky's record for most seasons with a point-per-game. On the NFL front, we cover the latest rule changes from the owners meeting, including tweaks to kickoffs, overtime, and the method for measuring first downs. Plus, there's some big offseason drama in college football, with Colorado and Syracuse denied their spring game exhibitions. It's all that and more in this action-packed episode—tune in for the latest updates, insights, and hot takes from the sports world! Follow us on social media and check out our YouTube channel for more exclusive content!Don't forget to follow us on all our socials: - @sportsjimmuff on Instagram / Twitter - Sports Stuff with Jim & Muff on Facebook / YouTube Subcribe, comment, rate, review, poke, like, tickle, and get the damn bell on!!!

Bryn Greenwaldt has taken the road less traveled in college athletics, foregoing to specialize in one sport and putting her efforts into both swimming and high jump. This went on full display when the Augustana University junior not only competed at both NCAA Championships in the same day, swimming prelims of the 100 free before going to the track to compete in the high jump and then returning to the pool for the 100 free final, but finished in the top-8 in both of her events that day. Greenwaldt also broke the NCAA DII record in the 50 free in prelims, her 21.92 marking the first DII athlete to ever break 22 seconds, before winning her first national title in the final.

In honor of National Girls and Women in Sports Day, the WIN podcast welcomes Kristy Bayer, Athletic Director at Rockhurst University. Overseeing a thriving NCAA DII athletic department with 24 sports, 25 employees, and 575 athletes, Bayer shares her journey—from her own athletic upbringing to leading with impact. Tune in and get an inside look at the fast-paced world of an Athletic Director! Learn more about Kristy Bayer: https://www.comgroup.com/women-in-industry/kristy-bayer Nominate an impactful women to appear on WIN: http://comgroup.com/women-in-industry-nomination Learn more about Rockhurst University Athletics: https://rockhursthawks.com/

Jenny Sandoval is the 2022 NCAA DII 10,000 national champion, and now running as a post-collegiate elite/pro, she is focused on discovering her full potential in the sport. It's been a time of big ups and downs, as Sandoval navigates life as an elite runner, with a full time job. Her performance at the recent USATF cross country national championships, held on January 11 in Lubbock, Texas, was a high point, after a period of serious injury. Sandoval shares how it all went down at the national championships, from her point of view. And she shares the details of what running life has looked like over the past few years, including another surprise incredible performance, in her debut marathon: it was both a heartbreaker and a performance beyond expectation. Hear the whole story in this episode. This episode is part of the WRS Race Report series. Each episode features a top 10 performer sharing her experience at one of the USATF National Championship races (the year-long series aspect of these races is apparently no more). Next up on the calendar is the USATF half-marathon national championship, March 2 in Atlanta, GA. There will be a WRS race report episode shortly thereafter. You can catch up on all the Race Reports on our website or on your favorite podcast app.How to Keep Up with Jennifer SandovalInstagram: @thatgirljennyMentioned in This EpisodeRenegade Running: renegade-running.comSupport Our SupportersLagoon Pillows: lagoonsleep.com/WRS15Use the discount code WRS15 for 15% off your first orderYMR Track Club: ymrtrackclub.comUse the discount code WRS20 for 20% off your purchaseTo support WRS, please rate and review the showiTunes/Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/womens-running-stories/id1495427631Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4F8Hr2RysbV4fdwNhiMAXc?si=1c5e18155b4b44faMusic CreditsCormac O'Regan, of PlaytohComa-Media, via PixabayRomanBelov, via Pixabaypenguinmusic, via PixabaySergePavkinMusic, via Pixabaychillmore, via PixabayWays to Connect and Engage with Women's Running StoriesOver 50, Sub 20, 5k Project Instagram: @over50sub20_5k_projectWRS Instagram: @womensrunningstoriesFacebook: facebook.com/WomensRunningStoriesWebsite: womensrunningstories.comEmail host Cherie: clouiseturner@gmail.comWomen's Running Stories is a proud member of the Evergreen network: https://evergreenpodcasts.com/

Jenny Sandoval is the 2022 NCAA DII 10,000 national champion, and now running as a post-collegiate elite/pro, she is focused on discovering her full potential in the sport. It's been a time of big ups and downs, as Sandoval navigates life as an elite runner, with a full time job. Her performance at the recent USATF cross country national championships, held on January 11 in Lubbock, Texas, was a high point, after a period of serious injury. Sandoval shares how it all went down at the national championships, from her point of view. And she shares the details of what running life has looked like over the past few years, including another surprise incredible performance, in her debut marathon: it was both a heartbreaker and a performance beyond expectation. Hear the whole story in this episode. This episode is part of the WRS Race Report series. Each episode features a top 10 performer sharing her experience at one of the USATF National Championship races (the year-long series aspect of these races is apparently no more). Next up on the calendar is the USATF half-marathon national championship, March 2 in Atlanta, GA. There will be a WRS race report episode shortly thereafter. You can catch up on all the Race Reports on our website or on your favorite podcast app. How to Keep Up with Jennifer Sandoval Instagram: @thatgirljenny Mentioned in This Episode Renegade Running: renegade-running.com Support Our Supporters Lagoon Pillows: lagoonsleep.com/WRS15 Use the discount code WRS15 for 15% off your first order YMR Track Club: ymrtrackclub.com Use the discount code WRS20 for 20% off your purchase To support WRS, please rate and review the show iTunes/Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/womens-running-stories/id1495427631 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4F8Hr2RysbV4fdwNhiMAXc?si=1c5e18155b4b44fa Music Credits Cormac O'Regan, of Playtoh Coma-Media, via Pixabay RomanBelov, via Pixabay penguinmusic, via Pixabay SergePavkinMusic, via Pixabay chillmore, via Pixabay Ways to Connect and Engage with Women's Running Stories Over 50, Sub 20, 5k Project Instagram: @over50sub20_5k_project WRS Instagram: @womensrunningstories Facebook: facebook.com/WomensRunningStories Website: womensrunningstories.com Email host Cherie: clouiseturner@gmail.com Women's Running Stories is a proud member of the Evergreen network: https://evergreenpodcasts.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dave Slifer is in his 35th year of being a head coach at the collegiate level at the NAIA and NCAA DII ranks, and he has a great story to tell! This week, Coach Slifer and I discuss his career (with a few minutes down memory lane) while also discussing his coaching family (literally), signing a multi-year deal, winning a national championship, offensive and defensive philosophy and much more. A really fun conversation with one of DII's best coaches!

Mark Potter is the former head men's basketball coach at Newman University (KS), and his story is both special and difficult to tell. Coach Potter is a major advocate for mental health, and he knows first hand the toll that anxiety and depression can take on anyone after he went through his own mental health crisis almost 15 years ago. Coach Potter goes into detail about his story, his struggles and his new mission in life to hep others know that it's okay not to be okay . . . it's a great story to hear right before the start of the season, knowing that you need to take care of yourself before you can take care of your team.Along with his mental health story, Coach talks about revitalizing the program at Newman, along with making the transition from NAIA to NCAA DII, passing, fundamentals and a whole bunch of other topics. Enjoy this really important podcast!https://www.d2up.org/

Send us a Text Message.The views and opinions shared by coaches and other professionals on this podcast are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Hoops Through Life. Hoops Through Life is an independent entity, not affiliated with any school or coach, and is not responsible for the opinions expressed by these individuals.On today's episode we have Coach Tom Shirley. Coach Shirley has experience as a head coach at Allentown College of Saint Francis de Sales (now DeSales University). He is currently the head coach at Thomas Jefferson University (formerly Philadelphia University); where he is entering his 35th season. In his time at Jefferson, Coach Shirley has guided the Rams to 13 NCAA Tournament appearances, five Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) championships, two Eastern Collegiate Athletic Conference crowns, and two New York Collegiate Athletic Conference titles. In 2014, 2023, and 2024 he was named the CACC Coach of the Year. He is the winning-est coach amongst active NCAA DII coaches.On this episode we discuss:Why Coach Shirley goes to JV and Varsity high school games and what he looks at when watching JV gamesThe importance of a shot clock in high schoolWhy you have to play against good competitionThe importance knowing of the style of play at the college levelWhat to consider when choosing a high school to attendHow scholarships work at the NCAA Division II levelAnd much more!Thomas Jefferson WBB Recruiting QuestionnaireThomas Jefferson WBB X AccountThomas Jefferson WBB InstagramWhen you work with me you can expect a 360-degree player development plan designed specifically for young female basketball players. The comprehensive program includes a skills assessment and action plan, basketball IQ and mental toughness development, injury prevention, and personalized guidance through the college recruiting process.If this sounds interesting, let's have a conversation - sign up for a free Consultation Today!Check out Hoops Through Life on: Hoops Through Life WebsiteXInstagramFacebookIf you have any questions for me or our future guests email el@hoopsthroughlife.com

Austin Hieb discusses UJ's NCAA DII athletics leap; Chuck Lura explores ND's diverse rangeland ecosystems; Gregory Jackson addresses gun violence solutions.

Clay Center's Hunter Mullin was named 2023 NCAA DII Senior Wrestler of the Year after his outstanding career at Western Colorado University. Coach Mullin recently completed his first year of coaching and teaching at Cabot High School in Arkansas. The Panthers won the 2024 boys 6A State Championship.

Today on the podcast is Julian Florez, Assistant Coach of the Brooks Beasts Track Club.  Coach Florez began running at the age of thirteen, eventually becoming a first-generation student-athlete at Adams State University, where he was part of a NCAA DII national championship team. He then competed for University of New Mexico, earning All-American honors. After graduating, he moved up in distance, eventually qualifying for and participating in the 2020 US Olympic Marathon Trials. Coach Florez also works as an artist, using the world around him to inspire his work with line and color. This man does it all. Coach, pace, support, and everything in-between.  I loved this conversation with one of the up-and-coming coaches in the sport. Julian is a great guy who is full of wisdom and exuberance.  Tune into today's conversation to hear what it takes to truly be world class and the behind the scenes of one of the best track clubs in the world.  Tap into the Coach Julian Florez Graphic Special.  You can listen wherever you find your podcasts by searching "The Running Effect Podcast." If you enjoy the podcast, please consider following us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and giving us a five-star review! I would also appreciate it if you share it with your friend who you think will benefit from it.  The podcast graphic was done by the talented: Xavier Gallo  S H O W N O T E S -THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClLcLIDAqmJBTHeyWJx_wFQ -MORE INFO ABOUT BROOKS PR: https://www.soundrunning.run/brookspr  -My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -My Newsletter: https://therunningeffect.substack.com  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dominic-schlueter/message

40 years ago, the six surviving Mercury 7 Astronauts (Scott Carpenter, Gordon Cooper, John Glenn, Walter Schirra, Alan Shepard, and Deke Slayton), Betty Grissom, William Douglas, M.D., and Henri Landwirth established the Astronaut Scholarship Foundation (ASF). Since its inception, the ASF had the mission of retaining the United States' world leadership in technology and innovation to support the best and brightest STEM scholars while commemorating the legacy of America's pioneering astronauts. From the original 7 scholarships in 1984, $8.3 million Astronaut Scholarships have been awarded to 790+ Astronaut Scholars from 48 universities nationwide to date. The Astronaut Scholarship Foundation (ASF) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that annually provides more than 60 scholarships to the brightest and most talented college students in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Learn more at: https://astronautscholarship.org/  Today on the show, Karly and Lisa join Beth and share how the ASF has helped impact their lives, and invite your support.  Karly Liebendorfer is a senior at Florida Institute of Technology, majoring in biomedical engineering with minors in nanotechnology and chemistry. She is a 2023 Astronaut Scholar. She is also the captain of Florida Tech's NCAA DII women's lacrosse team and is involved in multiple student organizations. She will pursue her Ph.D. and aspires to work in drug development for space applications.  

In this episode of She Impacts Culture, we're joined by Dr. Susan DeWoody, who shares her straightforward yet powerful insights on leadership. Through her journey, Susan discusses the loneliness that often comes with being at the top, the importance of staying true to oneself despite external pressures, and why making mistakes is crucial to growth and innovation. Her experiences shed light on the realities of leadership and the unexpected benefits of embracing imperfection. Today's episode is all about Pivoting with Purpose!  We specifically chat through:Embracing Pivots: Susan shares how she navigated shifts and steered her career in new directions, highlighting the strength of flexibility and growth from welcoming new opportunities.Navigating Leadership's Lonely Path: Susan sheds light on the isolation that can accompany leadership roles and how she found her way through it, offering insights into building connections while leading.Breaking Free from Expectations: Susan shares her journey of discarding conventional expectations to embrace her true identity, highlighting the importance of authenticity in leadership and life.The Value of Mistakes: Learn from Susan's perspective on why making mistakes is essential for growth and innovation and how embracing them can lead to unexpected success.Leadership is not just about guiding others but also about navigating one's path with the courage and confidence God has instilled within us. Susan's journey reminds us that while leadership can be a solitary road, it is also an opportunity for impactful personal growth and connection. By being fully who God created us to be, acknowledging our imperfections, and learning from our mistakes, we can lead with greater impact and authenticity. Let's walk our leadership paths with faith, embracing the lessons God places before us to impact culture through our faith, work, and leadership!Connect with Susan:Website: https://strataleadership.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susandewoody/Dr. Susan DeWoody is a proud first-generation college graduate, lifelong learner,solution finder and champion for the underdog.Prior to joining Strata Leadership as President, Dr. DeWoody was part of the non-profit leadership sector of CarterBaldwin Executive Search, a firm listed amongthe top 1% of search firms in the nation by Hunt Scanlon. For the past 20 years,she has served in multiple areas on college and university campuses: recruitment,advising, campus life, NCAA DII athletics, and academic affairs to name a few.Her most recent academic post involved serving on the president's cabinet atOklahoma Baptist University as the first female Provost in the institution's morethan 113-year history.Dr. DeWoody earned the Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership inHigher Education Administration from Dallas Baptist University. She earnedthe Master of Science in College Student Personnel Services from NortheasternState University where she completed a graduate assistantship for the Dean ofEnrollment Management. She earned the Bachelor of Science in Education fromArkansas Tech University and an Associates of Arts degree from University ofArkansas – Fort Smith.Although she has also lived in Arkansas, Texas, and North Carolina, her heartand her roots are firmly planted in Oklahoma. She has been married to Dr. DaleDeWoody (English PhD and educator) since 2003.Dr. DeWoody believes deeply in the never-ending pursuit of learning and has astrong desire to inspire others to be intentional about finding their purpose.

In today's episode of the Small College Basketball Podcast, listeners join host Chris Cottrell for an interview with head coach Aaron Landon.  Coach Landon is in his 4th season as the head men's basketball coach at St. Martin's University, in Washington State.    At the time of the interview, St. Martin's was the #13 ranked team in NCAA Division II Men's Basketball.  St. Martin's competes in the Great Northwest Athletic Conference (GNAC). In today's episode, Coach Landon and Cottrell discuss the changing landscape of Small College Basketball, winning on the road, and swimming in the Pacific Ocean on Thanksgiving…  Website featuring St. Martin's University Basketball Website featuring Roster and Coach Landon Small College Basketball Podcast YouTube Channel For more information on today's episode and Small College Basketball you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com For all of the latest news and highlights of NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA Men's Basketball follow Small College Basketball on Twitter @smcollegehoops or visit www.smallcollegebasketball.com For more information visit https://anchor.fm/scb_podcast You can follow Host Chris Cottrell on Twitter @Coach_Cottrell_ LinkedIn @Chris Cottrell

Coach Jarren "JD" Dyson shares his journey from being a DIII student athlete at Emory & Henry (now NCAA DII) to becoming a D1 Assistant Coach Dyson served under Coach John Krikorian at Christopher Newport University and helped lead the CNU to back-to-back conference championships and a run to the program's first-ever Final Four appearance in 2016. Following a 99-19 record and three conference championships during his time at CNU, Coach Dyson landed an Assistant Coach position at Lafayette College - he went on to spend five seasons at Lafayette under the legendary Coach Fran O'Hanlon. After Lafayette he returned to Christopher Newport for one season - and helped them win the NCAA DIII National Championship. Following that feat he returned to the Patriot League to be an Assistant Coach at Army on first year Head Coach Kevin Kuwik's inaugural coaching staff. **Sponsored by FastModel** Be sure to check out FastModelSports.com and use the promo code "BOXSCORE" for 15% off your purchase. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/beyondtheboxscore/support

Tanner Hitchcock was a four-time State medalist and two-time Champion for Pittsburg and Bonner Springs, then went on to compete at Lindenwood University where he became a NCAA DII All-American. He was named 2023 KWCA NCAA DII Senior Wrestler of the Year. Hear from Tanner and his high school and college coaches.

*team twitter LBroncosbball personal twitter @luv_faithhope Coaching 11 years/4 head coach Collegiate athlete and alum from The University of Alabama Collegiate coach 7 years       NCAA DII elite 8 appearance  Region 7-4A Coach of the Year 2021, 2022, 2023 2023 Gwinnett Tip Off Club Coach of the Year  2023 Atlanta Tip-Off Club Cremins Coach of the Year 2023 Region 7 State Champion Made history as Brookwood High Schools first basketball program to win a state championship --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kevin-furtado/support

Next in our Summer Series Takeover is Utah Tech! Kendra talks to UTU Executive Director of Intercollegiate Athletics, Dr. Ken Beazer about the Trailblazers entering their final year of the transition from NCAA DII to DI, the growth of the University and St. George, plus a lot of big time projects happening on campus!

In one of the biggest track and field weekends of the year, the NCAA Division II Championships, the North Dakota state track and field meet, and the NCAA Division I West Prelims will all be contested. MSUM distance specialists Braxton Bruer (West Fargo, ND) and Jared Gregoire join us to preview their 800m and 1500m races, respectively, at the DII Championships in Pueblo, Colorado. Cam and Ryan cap the episode with their ND state meet Top 10 Things to Watch preview. Enjoy!

Timeline2:30 – About Dr. Katie Dabrowski7:20 – An understanding of pain – the good doctor explains17:30 – The perception of pain vis a vis athletic performance 25:40 – Training the unaffected parts of the body even when other parts are injured33:10 – Difference between discomfort and pain37:45 – Treat the human, not the body part; don't be so focused on diagnosis45:37 – I write them a WOD from hell before they leave me (Dr. Dabrowski) – Ouch53:00 – Old Bull has a variety of specialists for all types of athletes Dr. Katie Dabrowski, PT, DPT, CSCS is a physical therapist and co-founder of Old Bull Athletics, a private practice in Miami, FL that specializes in blending the worlds of strength training, performance, and rehabilitation through a lens of treating movement as medicine. Dr. Dabrowski is also an adjunct professor in the Department of Psychology and Neuroscience at NSU's College of Psychology. She earned her BS in Psychology and Behavioral Neuroscience at NSU, was a member of the women's NCAA DII rowing team, and studied the effects of exercise on cognition. She earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Miami, where she was a Neuroscience Graduate Assistant and studied the impacts of exercise on neuroplasticity using transcranial magnetic stimulation paradigms. Her clinical approach as a physical therapist focuses on a human-centric approach, with an emphasis on pain neuroscience, strengthening, building resiliency, and dispelling myths of pain and injury. She blends her love of neuroscience and exercise in order to optimize recovery and performance for her patients. Check out the Instagram page: oldbullathletics Cassie Evans is a registered dietitian and a published researcher. She studied sports nutrition and completed an internship with the University of Miami's Sports Nutrition team and Nova Southeastern University's sports performance team. She holds a bachelor of science in Exercise and Sports Science and received her CISSN in 2018. She is currently pursuing her doctorate in Human and Sports Performance from Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions.  About the ShowWe cover all things related to sports science, nutrition, and performance. The Sports Science Dudes represent the opinions of the hosts and guests and are not the official opinions of the International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN), the Society for Sports Neuroscience, or Nova Southeastern University. The advice provided on this show should not be construed as medical advice and is purely an educational forum. Hosted by Jose Antonio PhDhttps://www.sportsnutritionsociety.org/Board-of-Directors.html Dr. Antonio is the co-founder and CEO of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, www.issn.net as well as the co-founder of the Society for Sports Neuroscience.Dr. Antonio has over 100 peer-reviewed publications, 16 books, and is Professor at Nova Southeastern University, Davie Florida in the Department of Health and Human Performance.Twitter: @JoseAntonioPhD Co-host Anthony Ricci EdDDr Ricci is an expert on Fight Sports and is currently an Assistant Professor at Nova Southeastern University in Davie Florida in the Department of Health and Human Performance.Anthony Ricci | College of Health Care Sciences | NSU (nova.edu)Twitter: @sportsci_psyDoc     

Luna was the NCAA DII 1 Meter & 3 Meter Champions along with CSCAA Women's Diver of the Year.  We hope you enjoy her journey!

In today's episode, listeners join co-hosts Chris Cottrell and Rob Gardiner on a recap of the 2023 NCAA Division II Elite Eight, Final Four and National Championship games. Elite Eight Games (4:13) Final Four Game (18:40) National Championship Game (26:43) And, at the end of the episode (37: 40) Cottrell and Gardiner discuss some of the names and players to watch on the Bevo Francis Award Watchlist. For more information on today's episode and Small College Basketball, you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com For all of the latest news and highlights of NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA Men's Basketball follow Small College Basketball on Twitter @smcollegehoops or visit www.smallcollegebasketball.com For more information visit https://anchor.fm/scb_podcast

Joe Bass enjoyed the wrestling spotlight in Lancer Hall (now Willett Hall).  With a career record of 48-25, he qualified for the NCAA DII regionals and was a key part in a young program. After retiring from the Army, Joe went back to his family roots and owned and operated restaurants.  Now, as a full retiree in Burke Virginia, Joe reconnects with other Longwood wrestlers and plays golf.   

Kentucky Wesleyan College President, Dr. Thomas Mitzel, hosts a weekly talk show on the college's FM radio station, WKWC. Each show becomes an "archived podcast" for the world to hear. In this episode, Tom is joined with KWC Co-Head Women's Basketball Coaches, Nicole and Caleb Nieman. The Niemans have set an amazing standard of excellence, both on and off the court! The are the only active NCAA DII women's basketball coaches to secure 12 consecutive winning seasons with the same institution!

The MSUM Dragons Podcast is sponsored by: Former MSUM Student-Athlete Advisory Committee President and Dragons track & field alum Rachel Schumacher was interviewed this week by the NCAA's Haydyn Gibson about the Joe's Heroes Make-A-Wish night which received the 2023 NCAA Division II Award of Excellence.  The NCAA and Gibson were kind enough to share their podcast with us.  The Award of Excellence is the highest non-athletic honor the NCAA bestows to an institution.  The award was presented to MSUM athletic director Chad Markuson at the annual NCAA convention in San Antonio, Texas, on Saturday morning. MSU Moorhead was named a finalist, along with 22 other institutions, on January 4. The award is intended to celebrate, recognize and champion a school's community engagement efforts. "It was such an honor to be named a finalist.  To win the Award of Excellence is very humbling and exciting for our student athletes," said Markuson. "Their work in the community is both inspiring and aligns great with NCAA Division II core values." MSUM's Student-Athlete Advisory Committee put together a massive event to honor their friend and Dragon superfan Joe Keller. Through SAAC's work, MSUM helped raise $4,385 for Make-a-Wish North Dakota to honor their friend who had previously had his wish granted. Keller was an MSUM student, superfan and athletics intern with muscular dystrophy who passed away in the summer of 2021.  "I appreciate the NCAA's commitment to recognizing student athletes for their contributions outside of their sports. Our Dragon student athletes exemplify MSU Moorhead's core values of grit, humility, and heart—both on and off the playing field," said MSUM President Dr. Anne Blackhurst. "They inspire my Dragon Pride every day and I'm thrilled they've received national recognition for their extraordinary engagement with our community." FULL AWARD OF EXCELLENCE PRESS RELEASE  

It's the most wonderful time of the year because we have so many seasons to observe (do liturgical calendar adherents really think they can have it to themselves?). We have post-Thanksgiving nostalgia, the start of league play in NCAA DII basketball, the end of the academic term with finals and grading, Advent, and the excess of Christmas provides welcome push back to stale Halloween lawn displays. In this session co-hosts, Korey Maas (Lutheran), Miles Smith (Anglican), and D. G. Hart (Presbyterian) discuss those seasons with Advent taking up the majority of oxygen. With hopes of not upsetting Anglican and Lutheran colleagues and listeners, Presbyterians may remain skeptical about the liturgical calendar and continue to wonder if the spiritual benefits that come with Advent are not more possible with fifty-two sanctified Lord's Days. Heck, with Sabbatarianism you don't even have to put up with Lady Gaga and Dean Martin Christmas albums. This episode's sponsor is The Crown. As Mr. Biden say, "no joke." Follow Dr. Smith and Dr. Hart on Twitter. Email Dr. Maas at Hillsdale College.

In this weeks episode, listeners join co-hosts Chris Cottrell and Rob Gardiner previewing the upcoming NCAA Division II Men's Basketball season. Cottrell and Gardiner recap last season's National Championship and preview the Preseason Top 25 teams this season. Chris and Rob give insight and analysis on players to watch, the transfer portal and more on the first episode of the Small College Basketball podcast, second season. For more information on today's episode and Small College Basketball, you can tweet at us @coach_cottrell_ or @smcollegehoops… or email smallcollegebasketball@gmail.com For all of the latest news and highlights of NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, NCCAA and USCAA Men's Basketball follow Small College Basketball on Twitter @smcollegehoops or visit www.smallcollegebasketball.com For more information visit https://anchor.fm/scb_podcast

This episode features an interview with Coach Josh Reynolds, Scouting Director for Prep Baseball Report(PBR) Colorado.  Coach Reynolds spent 6 years as the pitching coach and recruiting coordinator for Northwestern University baseball.  Last year he was the interm Head Coach for the Wildcats.  Josh Reynolds played college baseball and pitched at Central Missouri State University in Warrensburg, MO.  CMSU is a NCAA DII powerhouse and he lead the Mules to 2 Division II World Series appearances and set a school with 34 wins on the mound.  He was drafted by the New York Mets in 2000.  After playing professionally, Reynolds, coached at Evansville University, Northeast Texas Community College and Kansas State University, before ended up at Northwestern.  Coach Reynolds was my son, Parker's, recruiter and pitching coach for Parker's 4 years at Northwestern.   Listen in to hear what Coach Reynolds' duties are as the scouting director for PBR.  Also, hear how PBR can help any baseball player and hear Coach Reynolds give recruiting advise for both baseball and any other sport in college.   Click Here to join the Recruit-Me Monthly Newsletter.  Get monthly tidbits of recruiting advice and education.   Check out all the links below.  Take advantage of the Recruit-Me Combo Special and get a bonus recruiting resource that will put you ahead of other recruits. Recruit-Me.com Recruit-Me 3.0 Athletic Scholarship System FREE Recruiting Power Pack QRRecruiter.com  promo code RecruitMe5 CollegeCoachesOnline.com  promo code RM123 Listen to Past Episodes of The Athletic Scholarship Podcast PrepBaseballReport.com Prep Baseball Report Colorado reynolds@prepbaseballreport.com

The boys are back with another in-person episode in the barbershop with Andrew Jamiel, a former Stonehill College Football Wide Receiver who racked up numerous awards and records at the NCAA DII level. He then went on to play in the Fan-Controlled Football League where he put the league on notice while playing for Quavo's Glacier Boyz team. He most recently had a tryout with the Patriots and is apart of the XFL Draft pool. Great interview with a great player so be sure to check it out and like and subscribe! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/offbeatsports/support

It's a new episode of In The Circle, and you must have won a national championship to make this episode. Victor Anderson will be your host and has two interviews with the newest national championship head coaches lined up for you. First, Victor chats with Rogers State Head Coach Andrea Vaughan as she continues her media tour after bringing home the first national title in Hillcats history. The NFCA Central Region Staff of the Year leader reflects on the run her team made en route to the title and a school-record 58 victories. She also talks about the moments that led to that defining moment in Denver and her unique perspective as she won a national title playing at NAIA power Oklahoma City. We then focus on DIII and Christopher Newport as Victor interviews Head Coach Keith Parr. Coach Parr led the Captains to a 47-1 record en route to their first National Championship. He talks about his ease in coaching the team, their run to Salem, and eventually triumphing over Trine. Coach Parr also talks about the changes at CNU from his days playing baseball for the Captains and the easy decision to retire the #27 of Player of the Year, Kaitlyn Hasty.

Welcome to Episode 305 of The Athletic Scholarship Podcast.  This is Part 1 of a 2 part Interview with Chris Ford, the Father of 3 recruited athletes.  Chris and his wife, Katie, are both High School educators and their 3 children played both baseball and softball in their high school careers.   In this episode you hear about 2 of 3 kids and their recruiting experience, you will hear about the youngest daughter in next week's episode, Episode 306.  Hear in Episode 305 how Zach, the oldest son, started out in youth baseball and headed up with a good academic and baseball career at College of the Ozarks.  Kara, the middle daughter, played softball in high school and got an offer to play softball at a NCAA DII university.  You will enjoy and you will learn from this family's experiences throughout their high school and recruiting journeys.   Listen next Tuesday for Episode 306 and Part 2 of this Interview with Chris Ford.  Check out all the links below.  Take advantage of the Recruit-Me Combo Special and get a bonus recruiting resource that will put you ahead of other recruits. Recruit-Me.com Recruit-Me 3.0 Athletic Scholarship System FREE Recruiting Power Pack QRRecruiter.com  promo code RecruitMe5 CollegeCoachesOnline.com  promo code RM123 Listen to Past Episodes of The Athletic Scholarship Podcast

Hannah Arason heads into this weekend's NCAA Division II Championships ranked 6th in the heptathlon. Arason, who won the heptathlon at the NSIC Championships, shares about her path from the University of Minnesota to St. Cloud State, the highs and lows of the multi events, and why she's ready to become an All-American.

Jordan Duke is the Boys' Basketball Head Coach at Lutheran West High School in Cleveland, Ohio.  He led the Longhorns to a 17-7 record this past year in his first season. Duke spent the previous six-years (2015-2021) as the Head Coach at Cleveland Central Catholic where his teams had 1 Regional Championship appearance, 3 Regional Semi-Final appearances, 4 District Championships, and 5 District Championship appearances. Duke has amassed a record of 124-49 as a Head Coach and has helped several of his players to the collegiate level. He has coached 7 NCAA Division I players, 5 NCAA DII players, 4 NCAA Division III players, and 9 Junior College players. In 2014-2015, Duke also held the role of Associate Head Coach at Cuyahoga Community College, where his duties included game planning, scouting, practice planning, recruiting coordinator, and organizing youth camps. Duke played high school basketball for powerhouse St. Peter Chanel (Bedford). He was a three-year starter who played in one OHSAA Final Four tournament. Duke was a two-year First Team all North Coast League (NCL) and received OHSAA All State Honorable Mention as a senior. He graduated from Cleveland State University with a Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership.  If you're looking to improve your coaching please consider joining the Hoop Heads Mentorship Program.  We believe that having a mentor is the best way to maximize your potential and become a transformational coach. By matching you up with one of our experienced mentors you'll develop a one on one relationship that will help your coaching, your team, your program, and your mindset.  The Hoop Heads Mentorship Program delivers mentoring services to basketball coaches at all levels through our team of experienced Head Coaches. Find out more at hoopheadspod.com or shoot me an email directly mike@hoopheadspod.com Follow us on social media @hoopheadspod on Twitter and Instagram and be sure to check out the Hoop Heads Podcast Network for more great basketball content. Get ready to take some notes as you listen to this episode with Jordan Duke, Head Boys' Basketball Coach at Lutheran West High School in the state of Ohio. Website - https://lutheranwestlonghorns.com/teams/3171247/boys/basketball/varsity (https://lutheranwestlonghorns.com/teams/3171247/boys/basketball/varsity) Email - jduke@lutheranwest.com Twitter - https://twitter.com/JDuke__ (@JDuke__) Visit our Sponsors! https://www.drdishbasketball.com/ (Dr. Dish Basketball) Mention the Hoop Heads Podcast when you place your order and get $300 off a brand new state of the art Dr. Dish Shooting Machine! http://www.fastmodelsports.com/ (Fast Model Sports) Use Code HHP15 to get 15% off the number one play diagramming software for coaches. https://pgcbasketball.com/ (PGC Basketball) PGC offers over 110 camps across North America in the summer for players from 4th grade to college. For 30 years, PGC Basketball has been the worldwide leader in teaching players how to think the game, be a leader, and run the show. https://www.coachingportfolioguide.com/hoopheads (The Coaching Portfolio) Your first impression is everything when applying for a new coaching job.  A professional coaching portfolio is the tool that highlights your coaching achievements and philosophies and, most of all, helps separate you and your abilities from the other applicants. Special Price of just $25 for all Hoop Heads Listeners.   Twitter Podcast - https://twitter.com/hoopheadspod (@hoopheadspod) Mike - https://twitter.com/hdstarthoops (@hdstarthoops) Jason - https://twitter.com/jsunkle (@jsunkle) Network - https://twitter.com/HoopHeadsPodNet (@HoopHeadsPodNet) Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hoopheadspod/ (@hoopheadspod) Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hoopheadspod/ (https://www.facebook.com/hoopheadspod/) YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDoVTtvpgwwOVL4QVswqMLQ...

In this episode we sit down with DII coach Seth Gerdine. We talk about what it takes for high school kids to successfully compete at the next level. We talk about what college coaches are looking for in high school athletes. Coach gives great insight into MUST HAVE skills/character traits for the next level. We also talk about the absolute GRIND of college athletics. If you LIKE basketball this episode isn't for you, but if you LOVE it, tune in.  Sign up to receive monthly care packages delivered right to your door with food toys and treats customized just for your dog! Follow our personalized link for deals and promotions! https://barkbox.snlv.net/c/3169510/1229317/1369 Have a dog that likes to play rough? For care packages designed for SUPER CHEWER dogs follow our personalized link for deals and promotions! https://superchewer.snlv.net/c/3169326/1158444/4355 For great nutrition products to ensure that all of your physical needs are met, follow the link below! Use the promo code AZSMALLBALL for 10% off your order. https://lyfefuel.com/azsmallball Check out the Arizona Small Ball Podcast website!! https://azsmallballpod.wixsite.com/my-site-5 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/azsmallball/support

This week's guest is Christian Noble of Lee University, a 3x NCAA DII champion and the Division II record holder in the mile, the 3k, and the DMR. Last week at Raleigh Relays, Christian won the 5k in a new personal best of 13:24, beating a deep field of pro runners and D1 All-Americans in the process. Christian came on the pod to talk about his mentality as a D2 athlete on a big stage, how he made it through the COVID-19 pandemic, and his plans looking forward as he finishes up his final year of eligibility. Hear him share his unique perspective, particularly as we talked about the recruiting process and the lessons we've learned as current and former collegiate runners. Enjoy the episode, don't forget to subscribe and leave us a rate and review. This episode, and all the podcasts in the CITIUS Mag network, are brought to you in part by the 2022 Summer of Hayward. Learn more at citiusmag.com/summerofhayward. On racing professional runners as a collegian: “Being Division II, I feel like I've got a little bit more to prove… but it doesn't matter if it's Division I or pro runners; it's about having fun with racing and running to win.” On marketing himself as a runner: “I've tried to market myself as approachable and relatable, and when kids see my success, they see that you don't have to go to a Power 5 school to run fast.” On training through a pandemic: “The anticipation of getting back to racing again is what really helped me get through [2020] the most. That's why I wake up and run every morning; it's what I love to do.”

P-Mac and JP go DTA with coach Turner, Mars Hill head coach.  Former coach of Rosemount and  St. Thomas as well as an alumni of Holy Angles.  

Recapping NCAA DII Nationals

2022 Women's NCAA DII 3 Meter National Champion!

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The Division II NCAA Men's and Women's Basketball Tournaments get underway this week. On the women's side, the Lincoln University Lions are in the field - an impressive feat in and of itself, but even more so considering head coach Janice Washington is in her first season on the sidelines. Washington talks about Lincoln winning the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Tournament Championship and earning an automatic bid into the field. She also looks back on the Lions' 22-7 campaign, and previews her program's first-round opponent, Glenville State.

Drury women's basketball is once again in the mix for a NCAA DII tournament appearance. Head coach Amy Eagan talks about her tenure in DII, starting from her legendary playing days for Truman State to her current Panthers battling in the GLVC. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dii-nation-podcast/support

This episode will teach us to help players, parents, and coaches be able to navigate through challenging times they face. Getting a team of individuals with different ethnic backgrounds working together for a common goal and supporting each other in the process. We will also learn about effective strategies to put you in a better position to earn a college athletic scholarship. In this episode, Jim and Jason are joined by coach Aundrey Wright who is a basketball coach at Cathedral High School and Indy Heat EYBL team. Before that he was a college coach coaching at the NCAA DI, NCAA DII, and Junior College levels. He was able to lead his team to six straight NCAA tournament appearances. Coach Wright has over 23 years of coaching experience. He is known as a man of integrity, a demonstrated leader, an effective communicator, and determined to motivate students through basketball. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/4dathletes/message

This is the most important and special episode we have ever done! As we head into the 2022 season, Danny and I reflect back on the legacy two coaches had on DII lacrosse - Jack Kaley and Tom Postel.  We are joined by a distinguished panel of coaches: John Jez (Post), Tom Mariano (Pace), Tim Boyle (Wingate), and Chris Ryan (Mercyhurst), who share the impact these gentlemen had on not only their lives but on countless others.You will hear how these two coaches left their imprint on  D2 lacrosse and forged it into what it is today.If you like what we are doing, subscribe on your favorite podcast platform and help us spread the word of the great things happening in D2 Men's Lacrosse!  You can check us out at:Follow us at:  Instagram: @in_the_crease_d2_lax                               Facebook: In the Crease with Danny and Kevin

Welcome to the Sunbird Soundoff, sponsored by Haydock Real Estate. 1:07 | Men's and women's cross country head coach Ray Winter sits down to preview the upcoming season for the Sunbirds. The PacWest Conference announced its Men's and Women's Cross Country Preseason Coaches Poll. The men's team was picked to finish second in the conference, while the women were slated for a fifth-place finish in the conference. The U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association announced its NCAA DII men's and women's cross country preseason regional rankings on Tuesday. The Sunbird men were voted third, while the women landed in 10th. 15:20 | Volleyball head coach Shasta Millhollin previews her team's season. Millhollin speaks about her team's returners and newcomers for the 2021 season. The PacWest Conference announced its preseason coaches poll, as Corinne Acosta was voted the Preseason PacWest Player of the Year. The Sunbirds were selected for a seventh-place finish in the conference, receiving 54 points in the poll. The Sunbird Soundoff can be found on FPUAthletics.com/podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and more. A new episode can be found every Wednesday.

This episode of the Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast, Jim Hunt interviews Doug Echols, former Mayor of Rock Hill, SC.  Going from head football coach to City Council to long-term Mayor of Rock Hill, SC How making a good decisions can take time to see the full impact Dealing with economic development in the short-term knowing results will come in the long-term The importance of long-term visions and investment in economic development The importance of civil rights in the southern town of Rock Hill, SC And, much more 7 Steps to an Amazing City: Attitude Motivation Attention to Detail Zing Inclusiveness Neighborhood Empowerment Green Awareness   Thanks for listening and look forward to having you join us for the next episode. Links Mentions During Show: AmazingCities.org   About  Doug Echols Doug Echols is a 1967 graduate of Mars Hill College with a B.S. in Biology and Physical Education, a 1970 graduate of Western Carolina University with a Masters Degree in Education Administration and a 1976 graduate of Winthrop University with an Education Specialist Degree in Administration. In December, 2012 Doug received an Honorary Doctorate of Human Letters from Winthrop University. Echols played football at Mars Hill and in 1967 was named to the Knoxville News Sentinel All-Area Team. He was inducted into the Mars Hill College Athletic Hall of Fame in 2006. Doug has taught and coached in the public school system, coached freshmen football at Western Carolina University, and was the Director of Athletics and Head Football Coach at Northwestern High School in Rock Hill from 1971-1976. Echols was inducted into the Northwestern Athletic Hall of Fame in 2011. From 1976-1982, Doug worked in the Clover and Fort Mill, South Carolina school districts as the administrator of several curriculum development projects sponsored by the S.C. State Department of Education. Echols conducted over one thousand hours of teacher training programs during these assignments. From 1982-1989, he was the Associate Director of Athletics and Coliseum Manager at Winthrop University, and in April 1989 Doug became the first Commissioner of the South Atlantic Conference and retired from that position in July, 2008 after nineteen years with the league. The nine-member athletic conference included NCAA DII colleges in three states. The conference offered competition in fourteen championship sports for three thousand student-athletes. Echols was responsible for all athletic administrative functions associated with the relationship of the nine member institutions. He was inducted into the SAC Hall of Fame in 2009. Doug previously served as a member of the NCAA Division II Restructuring Task Force, which helped to reorganize the one thousand NCAA schools into a more federated model for Divisions I, II, and III. As an outgrowth of his work on the restructuring task force, Doug was appointed a member of the first NCAA Division II Management Council that guided the administration of athletics for almost three hundred Division II institutions throughout the country. While on the Management Council, Doug served on several national committees that included Nominations (chair), Diversity, NCAA Honors and helped develop a Blueprint Compliance Model for Division II. Doug is also past president of the NCAA Division II Commissioners Association. In 2010 he was given the Award of Merit for NCAA Division II in recognition of his leadership and service to the mission of the Association. In 1998, Doug was elected to serve a four-year term as mayor of Rock Hill, South Carolina. He has been reelected mayor four times since then and is presently serving in his fifth term. Doug served two four-year terms on the City Council before being elected mayor. During Doug's terms in elected office, the City of Rock Hill has seen tremendous growth and these challenges are being met with sound fiscal practices, long-range citizen based planning efforts and the formation of numerous partnerships. Successful efforts are underway to revitalize the urban core of the City with commercial and residential development. Additionally, the City has undertaken a bold initiative for the reuse of old textile mills resulting in a senior housing complex and a corporate center for the headquarters of two companies. Mayor Echols is a past president of the Municipal Association of South Carolina. This Association represents the state's 270 cities and towns. Doug has previously served as a member of the Board of Directors of the National League of Cities, an association of America's cities and towns. He has served as chair of the National League of Cities' Leadership Training Council. Echols has also served as chair of the Southern Municipal Conference which is comprised of state municipal league representatives and executive directors of the fourteen southern states. He presently serves on the National League of Cities Advisory Council. In 2012 Echols served as President of the Association of South Carolina Mayors. During his years of public service, Doug initiated Rock Hill's Commission for Children and Youth, and the Mayor's Task Force for Greenways, Trails and Sidewalks. The City has numerous projects underway or in the beginning stages that will continue to enrich the community. At the present time Rock Hill is partnering on a redevelopment project on 1000 acres of land that will represent a $600 million private investment at full build out. This site will include the construction of various public recreation and sports venues on 250 acres and is being called the Rock Hill Outdoor Center. Additionally, the community is fortunate to have recently completed a project to convert a downtown parking lot into a park which will be surrounded by new commercial and retail development. This project has future plans that could include a hotel and new civic/performance center. All of these accomplishments have been possible because of an excellent City Council, staff, and an engaged and progressive citizenry, along with private partnerships. Doug has an evolving interest in photography and has had pictures exhibited in several local studios. Additionally, he enjoys reading and travel. Doug and his wife, Sylvia, a children's advocate, have both been involved in community affairs for many years and reside in Rock Hill. Their son, Chad is a graduate of Clemson University, the University of South Carolina School of Law, and is the owner of The Echols Firm, LLC in Rock Hill. Their daughter, Sara graduated from Clemson and completed a masters degree in social work at the University of South Carolina, and is associated with Novant Health Systems in the area of palliative care. Doug and Sylvia have four grandchildren. About Your Host, Jim Hunt: Welcome to the “Building Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast” … The podcast for Mayors, Council Members, Managers, Staff and anyone who is interested in building an Amazing City.   Your host is Jim Hunt, the author of “Bottom Line Green, How American Cities are Saving the Planet and Money Too” and his latest book, “The Amazing City - 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City”   Jim is also the former President of the National League of Cities, 27 year Mayor, Council Member and 2006 Municipal Leader of the Year by American City and County Magazine.   Today, Jim speaks to 1000's of local government officials each year in the US and abroad.   Jim also consults with businesses that are bringing technology and innovation to local government.   Amazing City Resources:   Buy Jim's Popular Books: The Amazing City: 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City: https://www.amazingcities.org/product-page/the-amazing-city-7-steps-to-creating-an-amazing-city   Bottom Line Green: How America's Cities and Saving the Planet (And Money Too) https://www.amazingcities.org/product-page/bottom-line-green-how-america-s-cities-are-saving-the-planet-and-money-too   FREE White Paper: “10 Steps to Revitalize Your Downtown” AmazingCities.org/10-Steps   Hire Jim to Speak at Your Next Event: Tell us about your event and see if dates are available at AmazingCities.org/Speaking   Hire Jim to Consult with Your City or Town: Discover more details at https://www.amazingcities.org/consulting   Discuss Your Business Opportunity/Product to Help Amazing Cities: Complete the form at https://www.amazingcities.org/business-development