Fueling for Performance: Nutrition Strategies Every Coach Should Know
featuring Jennifer Ketterly, MS, RDN, CSSD, LDN Duke Sports Sciences Institute • NBA Charlotte Hornets • NCAA Division I & Pro Tennis • 25+ Years in Elite Sport Originally recorded at the National High School Tennis Coaches Conference. This conversation was too good to keep in one room — so we’re sharing it with the […]
WHY COACHING MATTERS: DR. JACK GROPPEL ON PERFORMANCE, RECOVERY, AND HUMAN POTENTIAL
Dr. Jack Groppel joins us for a compelling conversation on performance, recovery, and what makes coaching a truly noble profession. One of the world’s leading sports psychologists and human performance experts, Jack shares his remarkable journey from self-taught athlete to pioneering leader in performance science—and the moment when just 17 words from a mentor changed […]
THE MIRACLE LEAGUE: WHEN THE GAME INCLUDES EVERYONE, MIRACLES HAPPEN
Some ideas are so powerful, they don’t just spark a program — they ignite a movement. Twenty-four years ago, in a small Georgia town, a dream took shape: to give every child, regardless of ability, the chance to experience the magic of baseball. What started as one field is now a national force for inclusion, […]
“I’ll Find a Way or Make One”: Dana Mathewson’s Story of Grit and Greatness
Dana Mathewson, the most accomplished women’s wheelchair tennis player in US history, never minces words when discussing her transformation from a skeptical 10-year-old to a groundbreaking champion. “I would be lying to you if I was like, ‘Yeah, I really love the idea of wheelchair sports. Really can’t wait to do this,’” Dana reveals about […]
Fear Is a Passenger, Not the Driver: Jenn Drummond’s World Record Climb
In 2018, Jen Drummond survived a car crash that should have taken her life. Instead of retreating into fear, this near-fatal accident became the catalyst for an extraordinary journey that would write her name in the history books as the first woman to conquer one of mountaineering’s most formidable challenges. “The accident was a huge […]
The Champion’s Mindset: USTA’s Dr. Larry Lauer on Mental Performance
In competitive tennis, the difference between good and great often comes down to what happens between the ears. Dr. Larry Lauer, Director of Mental Performance for USTA, has spent over a decade revolutionizing how tennis players approach the psychological aspects of their sport. “How you do what you do is way more important than the […]
Unstoppable: Shelby Baron’s Rise to the Paralympic Tennis Stage
Born with spina bifida in Hawaii, Shelby Baron’s path to becoming a two-time Paralympian began when she struggled to keep up in PE classes. A specialist introduced her to adaptive sports, opening her eyes to new possibilities. “My PE teacher introduced me to a PE specialist, and she introduced me to a wheelchair, and it […]
CJ Beatty: From Baseball Dreams to Global Inspiration
CJ Beatty’s journey is the ultimate playbook for resilience, grit, and redefining success. Born and raised in Winston-Salem, NC, CJ discovered his love for baseball at just five years old. Fueled by passion and relentless determination, he worked tirelessly to elevate his game. A pivotal turning point came when a coach recognized his potential, challenging […]
UNLOCKING PEAK PERFORMANCE WITH SAINTS DIRECTOR TED RATH
Gain exclusive insight from Ted Rath, director of sports performance with the New Orleans Saints, as he shares his extensive 16-year NFL journey. From securing two NFL Strength and Conditioning Coach of the Year awards to playing an integral role in the Rams’ healthiest season and back-to-back Super Bowl runs with both the Rams and […]
