Ever wondered what it takes to build and sustain a championship-winning high school baseball program? Join us as Jess Smith, head baseball coach at Russellville High School, shares his incredible journey from being a college…
What if a life-altering injury could become the catalyst for an extraordinary career? Join us as we sit down with Skylar Meade, head baseball coach at Troy University, to uncover the incredible path that took him from a prom…
Ever wondered how a Major League Baseball manager uses intentional ejections to boost team morale? Clint Hurdle, former manager of the Colorado Rockies and Pittsburgh Pirates, shares a treasure trove of stories from his illu…
Discover how a winning culture triumphs over a fixation on metrics as Mike Stafford, the distinguished head baseball coach at Big Walnut High School, joins us to share his coaching philosophy. Mike dives into the art of inst…
Unpack the complexities of youth travel baseball with Ken Carpenter as we welcome Hall of Fame high school and current travel baseball coach Mike Yinger to the Athlete 1 Podcast. You'll get to the heart of what it takes to r…
Season two of the Athlete One Podcast hits the ground running with a double-header that's set to captivate baseball enthusiasts and sports fans alike. On May 15th, tune in for two podcasts to kick off season 2! Take a breat…
As we cross the 100-episode finish line, I, Ken Carpenter, invite you to a celebration of human spirit through the lens of sports. It's more than just a century of episodes; it's a mosaic of victories, heartbreaks, and the r…
Every seasoned player knows the crack of the bat isn't just about hits and home runs; it's about the life lessons learned on the diamond. Sit back as I, Ken Carpenter, chat with Otterbein University's esteemed baseball head …
Have you ever wondered what it's like to stand at the helm of a high school baseball team, to orchestrate a victory from the dugout, or to mold young athletes into champions both on and off the field? Tom Neubert, the esteem…
Join us as coach DJ Butler of Barnesville High School (OH) sits across from me, Ken Carpenter, and we unravel the playbook to success that transcends mere wins and losses. We dissect the crucial foundations set by youth prog…
When life throws a curveball, how do we strike back? Nick Sweeney, a former Division I cross-country skier, joins us to recount his harrowing journey from Olympic aspirations to the depths of depression following a career-ha…
Discover the secrets of peak athletic performance with high school baseball coaching phenom Jeff Boulware, as we dissect the mental game in our most recent podcast episode. With his background at Bishop Watterston High Schoo…
Ever found yourself bewildered by an athlete's sudden plunge from grace during those do-or-die moments? Get ready to unravel the mystery behind high-stakes underperformance—or as we commonly call it, 'choking'—in the latest …
As a coach, the leap from guiding my own kid's team to nurturing a high school squad was as thrilling as it was daunting; it's a transformation that's as much about the heart as it is about the playbook. That's why I was eag…
When Bill Murray crashes your post-game interview, you know you're in for a story worth sharing. Join us as I sit down with Jeff Letourneau, pitching coach and baseball sage, to recount an iconic moment that marries the worl…
Discover the transformative journey of Reggie Hollins, from player to revered coach and Tuskegee University Hall of Fame inductee and former head coach, alongside the wisdom of Coach Johnny Johnson of James Clemens High Scho…
Have you ever witnessed the intensity in the eyes of a parent at a high school sports game? It's a gaze that goes beyond pride and enters the realm of fierce competitiveness. As your host, I'm taking you through the profound…
What if you could peek behind the curtain of a high school baseball team on the brink of victory, guided by a young, first year head coach? Join your host on the Athlete One Podcast for an insider look at the world of high s…
Get ready to experience the adrenaline rush as we dissect one of the biggest rivalries in college football - "The Game" Ohio State vs. Michigan. Joining us for today's exhilarating match-up discourse is none other than Zach …
What does it take to craft a winning baseball program in a rural school district? How do you navigate the unique challenges and rewards that come with it? As your host, we're bringing you an in-depth conversation with three …
Immerse yourself in the wisdom of three-time national champion and legendary strength and conditioning coach, Tommy Moffitt. As the former head coach at LSU, Tommy knows a thing or two about molding athletes into champions. …
Get ready for a riveting journey as we sit down with Tommy Moffitt (LSU/Miami/Tennessee), the revered godfather of college football strength and conditioning. Moffitt, who has worked with powerhouse coaches like Nick Saban, …
How often have we heard the phrase, "Failure is the stepping stone to success"? But what does it truly mean in the world of sports? How do we make sense of a missed shot, a fumbled ball, a lost game? I'm Ken Carpenter, and …
Are you ready to revolutionize the way you perceive and approach inner city coaching? Join us as we pick the brain of the seasoned educator and football/baseball coach, Ron Kretz. Together, we will unravel the challenges coa…
