This podcast is based off of the radio show A Coach's Perspective on the ESPN Radio Station JOCK 98.7FM in Springfield, Missouri. Episodes 6-29 are located on the website www.acoachsperspective.com
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Topic: We continue our series on top coaches and what sets them apart. Missouri State University Baseball Head Coach Joey Hawkins and his coaching staff—Geoff Jimenez, Cale Johnson, and Kyle Cliff—work seamlessly together to create a unified team culture. Through their collaborative leadership, they've built a program that is safe, competitive, and thriving for their players. Guests: Joey Hawkins, Geoff Jimenez, Cale Johnson, and Kyle Cliff
Topic: Today's guest has spent his career at the center of the action. He's officiated in front of thousands of fans and national television cameras as a Big Ten referee, the white hat, making split-second calls under enormous pressure. But his career didn't stop on the field. He's now moving into the position of National Coordinator of Officials for college football, overseeing the very officiating standards he once operated under. Please welcome to this episode, Dr. Ron Snodgrass. Thank you to Dean Blandino for also sharing his insights. Guests: Dr. Ron Snodgrass, Dean Blandino
Topic: We open a new series and kick it off with two of the best! Nalin Sood and Joe Harris from the state of Washington join us to talk about what top coaches do to differentiate their programs and exhibit an edge. Guest: Nalin Sood and Joe Harris
Topic: Jason and Lori Holdman, owners of Hyperbaric Chambers of the Ozarks, join us to talk about the benefits of hyperbaric oxygen therapy for athletes as preventative, maintenance, and recovery methods. You can go to 417HBOT.org for more information. This is fascinating information! Guest: Jason and Lori Holdman
Topic: Justin Pickens beat the odds — turning a childhood marked by hardship into a career shaping young lives as a teacher and coach. This week, he shares how the people who believed in him helped him become a first-generation college graduate with two master's degrees. Guest: Justin Pickens
Topic: This week on A Coach's Perspective, we sit down with former arena football players Matt Rush and Kendrick Payne to talk about life in one of the fastest, most physical games in sports. They dive into the mental toughness it takes to compete in tight quarters, bounce back from mistakes, and stay locked in when the margin for error is razor-thin. It's a candid look at the grit and mindset behind the arena game. Guests: Matt Rush and Kendrick Payne
Topic: Dana Fredrick and Coach Jeremy Mullins, fathers of athletes, shared their wisdom and insights with us on what it takes to be a positive sports parent and the rewards and challenges of raising competitors. Drawing from their own experiences, they offered honest advice on balancing support with independence, handling the pressures that come with athletics, and keeping perspective on what truly matters. Guests: Dana Fredrick, Coach Jeremy Mullins
Topic: J.J. Adamson and Ryan Touhey, fathers of athletes, shared their wisdom with us on what it takes to be a positive sports parent and the rewards and challenges of raising competitors. Drawing from their own experiences, they offered honest advice on balancing support with independence, managing the pressures that come with athletics, and keeping perspective on what truly matters. Guests: Ryan Touhey, J.J. Adamson
Topic: Tom Sutherland and Jack Carter, fathers of elite athletes, shared invaluable wisdom with younger sports parents about the rewards and challenges of raising high-level competitors. Drawing from their own experiences, they offered honest advice on balancing support with independence, managing the pressures that come with elite athletics, and keeping perspective on what truly matters. This candid conversation reminded us that behind every great athlete is a parent learning to navigate the journey with grace, patience, and purpose. Guests: Jack Carter, Tom Sutherland
Olympic swimming legend Ryan Lochte joins us to share his remarkable journey in the pool and beyond. A 12-time Olympic medalist with six gold medals, Ryan dominated the backstroke and individual medley events, competing across four Olympic Games and becoming one of swimming's most decorated athletes. Through triumph and adversity alike, he's demonstrated the resilience, competitive drive, and mental toughness that define champions. In this conversation, Ryan and his girlfriend, Molly open up about their relationship, what it took to stay at the elite level for so long, transitioning into coach
Topic: In this episode, we revisit my conversation with former NFL superstar and current NFL analyst Rob Gronkowski from the Boys and Girls Club Steak & Steak fundraiser in Springfield, Missouri. He shares stories from his playing days, insights on the state of football today, and why giving back to the community is so important to him. This was a wonderful conversation, and Rob was incredibly gracious with his time. Share your thoughts at acoachsperspective@gmail.com! Guests: Rob Gronkowski
Kathy Taylor - Episode 430 June 3, 2026 A Coach's Perspective – Tough Love: What Real Coaching Looks Like Topic: On this episode, successful college lacrosse coach Kathy Taylor shares her insights on coach and player dynamics. Coach Taylor, a positive and encouraging coach who also believes in discipline and holding her players accountable, wrote an article titled "Tough Coaching Isn't the Problem; Soft America Is." In it, she explores how tough coaching is not abusive, and how accountability and discipline are ways a coach shows love. This is a conversation you won't want to miss! Share your
Topic: In this episode, we celebrate the career and retirement of Coach Ryan Schafittzel, one of the most knowledgeable and dedicated high school baseball coaches to coach the game in Springfield, Missouri. Surprise guests – my thanks to Logan Counts, Justin Skinner, Byron Hagler, Terri Schafittzel, Brant Schafittzel, and Brock Schafittzel! Guests: Ryan Schaffitzel
Topic: Don Louzader joins us as Loren Broaddus brings his new baseball poetry book, Wasn't Any Maybe So, as we explore the Negro Baseball League through the lens of Kansas City Monarchs second baseman Newt Allen. Guests: Loren Broaddus, Don Louzader
Topic: We catch up with the Frank family: professional women's basketball player and now college coach Hayley Frank; college All-American and now high school coach Kayley Frank; and longtime coach and dad Steve Frank. Guests: Steve Frank, Hayley Frank, Kayley Frank, and Mona Frank
Topic: We catch up with KY3/Ozarks Sports Zone anchor Chris Neyenhouse and learn about his path to broadcasting and his passion for telling stories beyond the scores. Guest: Chris Neyenhouse
Topic: We talk with members from the C.H.A.M.P.S. mentoring and leadership program. Joining us: Keith Guttin (Mentor) and Mentees: Jase Foster, Hailey Buckman, and Addison Brown Guests: Keith Guttin, Jase Foster, Hailey Buckman, and Addison Brown
Topic: Kevin Boyer, Head Coach of the newly crowned National Champion Shotgun Sports team from Drury University, brings three of his athletes into the studio to celebrate their success and educate us on this challenging and rewarding sport. Guests: Kevin Boyer, Ty Leach, Andrew Herbig, Layne Clubb
We catch up with Missouri State University Hall of Fame broadcaster Corey Riggs and Missouri Basketball Coaches Association (MBCA) Executive Director Denny Hunt about a host of topics, along with the upcoming MBCA Hall of Fame induction ceremony! Guests: Denny Hunt, Corey Riggs
We celebrate the career and retirement of Glendale High School swimming coach Steve Boyce as he passes the torch to his daughter, Jordan Boyce! Guests: Steve Boyce, Jordan Boyce
NBC affiliate KY3's Danielle King joins us to talk winter sports, NCAA Final Fours, spring sports, and some of her favorite stories from this season. Guest: Danielle King
We catch up with Missouri State High School Activities Association (MSHSAA) Executive Director Jen Rukstad and Associate Executive Director Toni Hill on hosting championship events and the latest legislative issues in Missouri. Guests: Jen Rukstad, Toni Hill
From winning a first state championship in school history (Bunker) to making sure senior citizens were in the stands to watch (Skyline), the Missouri state championships had some stories off the court as well as on. Kelli Cheek, wife of Skyline High School head girls basketball coach Kevin Cheek and secondary counselor, joins us along with Bunker head coach Rod Gorman and star player Brennon Meloy. Guests: Kelli Cheek, Rod Gorman, Brennon Meloy
Joining us in this episode are Evangel University's Director of Athletics and Head Football Coach Chuck Hepola and Women's Basketball Coach Madi Wallace. Evangel women's basketball will be hosting the first two rounds of the NAIA National Tournament and is celebrating an extremely successful season. We also get a chance to play "out of the hat" with these coaches and talk about coaching in general.
Missouri State University's Hall of Fame handball program discusses their successful season, national runner-up finish at the collegiate national tournament, and how addicting this sport can be to athletes. Joining us: Head Coach Christian Madsen and players Luke Jordan, Erin Bland, Nick Wilson, and Elaina Schoene.
