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Episodes

Sept. 20, 2023

When Athletes Refuse to Quit: Tales of Triumph

Master the art of perseverance and discover the incredible stories of athletes who refused to quit in this inspiring episode of the Athlete 1 Podcast. Join our host, Ken Carpenter, as he shares life-changing insights and ane…
Sept. 13, 2023

Stepping onto the Field with Chase Gerberich: Insights from the Youngest College Baseball Coach in America

Imagine stepping onto the field with Chase Gerbrick, the youngest college baseball coach in the country. This episode of Athlete 1 Podcast gives you that very experience, taking you behind the scenes of college baseball, sha…
Aug. 30, 2023

From Player to Coach: Inside the Journey with VMI's Ray Noe

Ever wonder what it takes to transition from a baseball player to high school baseball coach to successful Division 1 college coach? Join us as we unpack the journey with our esteemed guest, Ray Noe, assistant coach and recr…
Aug. 23, 2023

Unveiling the Remarkable Journey of Baseball Legend Brad Kamminsk: From High School Stardom to Major League Prominence

Uncover the extraordinary journey of Brad Kamensk, a formidable force in the world of Major League Baseball, as he shares his incredible experiences from playing for six diverse teams. This episode offers an intimate look at…
Aug. 9, 2023

From All-State Player to Pro Baseball: Jason King's Story

Ever thought about the transformative power of discipline and dedication in sports? Buckle up for an inspirational journey through the highs and lows of professional baseball with Jason King, former Kansas State Wildcat and …
July 26, 2023

From MLB Bat Boy to Head Coach: A Journey Inside Baseball with Johnny Johnson

Imagine being a bat boy for the Texas Rangers, rubbing shoulders with the giants of the game, and then going on to lead your own high school baseball team to record wins. That's exactly what our guest, Johnny Johnson, the he…
July 12, 2023

90 MPH High School: A New Era Under Coach Rick Weaver

Picture this: you're offered the role of head coach for a phenomenally successful high school baseball program. Surprised? Humbled? That's exactly how Rick Weaver, the newly-appointed head coach of Defiance High School's bas…
June 28, 2023

Championship Blueprint: Inside Cincinnati Moeller High School's Baseball Success with Coach Tim Held

Get ready for an eye-opening discussion with Tim Held, the acclaimed head coach of Cincinnati Moeller High School's 2023 Ohio Division 1 state championship team. You won't want to miss out on the insights and strategies behi…
June 21, 2023

A Call to Action: Supporting Our High School Coaches

What happens when high school coaches feel unsupported and lose their authority in the athletic community? Tune in to this eye-opening conversation on the Athlete 1 Podcast as we explore the concerning departure of these vit…
June 7, 2023

A Coach's Journey: Phil Callaghan's Lasting Impact on High School Baseball

Join us as we journey down memory lane with Phil Callaghan, a Hall of Fame member of the Ohio High School Baseball Coaches Association, celebrating his incredible 29-year coaching career. We explore the challenges of managin…
May 24, 2023

Courage, Reflection, and Success: A High School Baseball Coach's Journey with Mike Weaver

Imagine experiencing a gut-wrenching extra innings loss as a high school baseball coach, and then having the courage to reflect on the game without regret. That's exactly what our guest, Olentangy Berlin High School's Head B…
May 10, 2023

What It Takes To Win A State Championship In Baseball

Episode 71 Why do some teams always produce successful teams? I sat down with 5 great high school baseball coaches from around the country to discuss what it takes to win a state championship in baseball. Between these coa…
April 26, 2023

The Buckeye Way: How Bob Todd Built a Winning Culture at Ohio State - Bob Todd

Episode 70 In 27 years as a college baseball head coach, Head Coach Bob Todd (Ohio State University Baseball - Retired) never had a losing season. He won 40 games eleven times, 50 games twice and is the only 5 time winner o…
April 12, 2023

What Coaches Can Teach Us About Expecting Success - Delvin Jordan

Episode 69 On this episode of the Athlete 1 Podcast Head Baseball Coach Delvin Jordan is in his first season coaching coaching 2022 state runner-up Redan HS Raiders (GA). Despite losing the majority of the starters to gradu…
March 29, 2023

College Baseball Is More Difficult Than You Think - Ryne Romick

Episode 68 Ryne Romick (Denison University Baseball Associate Head Coach) was a All-Ohio multi-sport athlete at River High School (OH). He pitched for the University of Akron Zips and jumped right into coaching after gradu…
March 15, 2023

Should You Specialize Or Play Multiple Youth Sports - Andrew Petcash

Parents are struggling to find what's best for their son or daughter when it comes to playing youth sports. Should you specialize or let them play multiple youth sports? The pressure of what other parents are doing, hoping…
March 1, 2023

How To Win Multiple National Titles - Todd Fitz-Gerald

Episode 66 Marjorie Stoneman Douglas High School (FL) Head Baseball Coach Todd Fitz - Gerald takes you behind the scenes and shares what it takes to win multiple state and national championships. The SD Eagles go into the 20…
Feb. 15, 2023

Gold Medals, Suspension and The Positive Response - Adam Moseley

Episode 65 Adam Moseley - Hoover (AL) Buccaneer HS Head Baseball Coach / 2X Baseball Team USA World Champion The highly successful Adam Moseley joins the Athlete 1 Podcast. In this episode, we find out why positive leadersh…
Feb. 1, 2023

Winning Baseball - Bill and Frank Gamble

Episode 64 Bill and Frank Gamble - Massillon Jackson HS Baseball (OH) are a winning coaching combination on the baseball field. This father-son combination teach and coach the game the right way. Their roles have reversed. …
Jan. 18, 2023

How To Win With A Simple Philosophy - Chris Fugitt

Episode 63 After 22 years, Chris Fugitt - Hilliard Darby HS (OH) Head Baseball Coach stepped away from coaching to enjoy watching his son play D1 baseball for Purdue and Bowling Green University. Four years later he returns…
Jan. 4, 2023

Why Not Me - Knuckleballers Path To Pro Ball - Jeff Letourneau

An amazing 61 episodes in two years and this one is the most listened to. Jeff Letourneau shares his extraordinary path to the NY Yankees organization. Here's why it's the most listened to episode. Going from a 5'5" high sc…
Dec. 21, 2022

A Plan For Baseball Success- Patrick Jones

In this episode... Patrick Jones (Host of the Patrick Jones Baseball Podcast) Patrick shares secrets to improving your chances of playing college baseball. Working with players in the winter Differences between HS, college a…
Dec. 2, 2022

Relationship Building - Kurt Hines

Kurt Hines - Coronado High School (CA) Head Football Coach Episode 60 - Relationship Building Keys to building strong relationships with your players Not sacrificing a wedding ring for a championship ring Want to be respecte…
Nov. 16, 2022

Winning Culture - Greg Berge

Consistently successful teams have one thing that separates them from average teams. A winning culture and the head coach is responsible for setting the tone. Greg Berge is the Head Basketball Coach and Principal at Lincoln…