Best Njcaa Podcasts (2025)

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NJCAA Div. III World Series Head Coaches 1:32:15

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This week on the ABCA Podcast, we bring you a special episode recorded on location at the NJCAA Division III World Series in Auburn, New York. We sat down with all eight head coaches competing for a national title to talk about their programs, postseason preparation, and what it means to be part of one of the most competitive events in junior colle…

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Episode #86: Chris Bunch 54:42

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Brotherhood, Basketball & Building Men – A Coaching Conversation with Chris Bunch Description: In this episode of Significant Coaching, I sit down with one of my great friends in the world of college sports—Coach Chris Bunch, Head Men's Basketball Coach at Webster University. Chris and I started our college coaching journeys nearly 25 years ago in …

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Dave Serrano - Head Coach, Johnson University 1:06:52

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We’re back to one-on-one interviews this week on the ABCA Podcast with a true coaching veteran—Dave Serrano, head coach at Johnson University and one of the most respected baseball minds in the game. Serrano’s journey through college baseball spans over three decades and includes stops at some of the game’s premier programs: Tennessee, Cal State Fu…

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Episode #85: Paul Svagdis on Recruiting 35:13

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What College Coaches Are Really Looking For – A Recruiting Talk with Paul Svagdis of Westmont College In this week’s Significant Recruiting episode, Matt Rogers is joined by Westmont College Head Baseball Coach Paul Svagdis, a veteran leader with over 850 career wins and nearly 30 years of experience across NCAA Division III, NAIA, and now Division…

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Episode #84: Paul Svagdis 1:01:21

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Building Championship Culture with Paul Svagdis – Westmont College Head Baseball Coach In this episode of Significant Coaching, Matt Rogers sits down with legendary baseball coach Paul Svagdis, now leading the program at Westmont College. With over 850 career wins, 10 conference titles, and a proven track record at every collegiate level, Coach Sva…

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NCAA Div. II World Series Head Coaches 1:05:50

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This week on the ABCA Podcast, we recorded in Cary, North Carolina at the NCAA Division II World Series. We sat down with all eight head coaches who led their teams to this year’s championship stage to discuss postseason preparation, team culture, and the experience of competing at the highest level in Division II baseball. Featured in this episode…

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Episode #83: Paul Dill on Recruiting 24:42

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🎙️ Significant Recruiting Podcast – Featuring Paul Dill (MIT Volleyball) In this episode, I’m joined by Paul Dill, Head Volleyball Coach at MIT, to talk about what recruiting looks like inside one of the most selective academic institutions in the country. With over 1,000 career wins and decades of experience, Coach Dill shares what it takes to ide…

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Episode #82: Paul Dill 50:19

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🎙️ Significant Coaching Podcast – Featuring Paul Dill This week’s episode begins with a heartfelt tribute to legendary high school basketball coach Jerry Petitgoue, who passed away this week. Coach Petitgoue was more than a Hall of Famer—to Matt, he was a mentor, a friend, and someone who shaped the way he coached, led, and lived. Matt didn't get t…

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Episode #81: Dan Mickle on Recruiting 33:41

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🎙️ Significant Recruiting Podcast – Featuring Dan Mickle In this episode, I’m joined by Dan Mickle, Head Volleyball Coach at York College of Pennsylvania and a certified mental performance consultant. We dive deep into what it really takes for volleyball players to stand out in today’s recruiting landscape—and it goes far beyond stats and highlight…

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Episode #80: Dan Mickle 48:08

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🎙️ The Mind Behind the Athlete: Coaching Commitment with Dan Mickle In this powerful episode of Significant Coaching, Matt sits down with Dan Mickle—Head Volleyball Coach at York College of Pennsylvania and a nationally recognized performance psychology expert—for a conversation that goes far beyond the court. Together, they explore how being part …

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Belmont Abbey NCAA Div. II Regional Coaches 55:12

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This week on the ABCA Podcast, we bring you an episode recorded on location during the NCAA Division II Regional hosted at Belmont Abbey College in North Carolina. We sat down with the four head coaches who were leading their programs through postseason play and captured their insights right in the heart of the action. Featured in this episode: Ada…

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Episode #79: Brett Parker on Recruiting 26:53

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🎙️ Significant Recruiting: What College Coaches Are Really Looking For – with Coach Brett Parker In this recruiting-focused bonus episode, Matt Rogers sits down with Coach Brett Parker, Head Men’s Soccer Coach at Saint Leo University, to pull back the curtain on what really matters in the recruiting process. From evaluating talent and character to …

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Episode #78: Brett Parker 46:47

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🎧 Rebuilding with Purpose – A Conversation with Coach Brett Parker What does it take to turn around a college program? How do you stay committed when the results don’t come as quickly as you want? In this episode of Significant Coaching, Matt Rogers sits down with Coach Brett Parker, Head Men’s Soccer Coach at Saint Leo University, to talk about th…

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Dr. Barry Davis - Assistant Coach, Princeton University 1:07:39

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This week on the ABCA Podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Barry Davis, assistant coach at Princeton University and former longtime head coach at Rider University. Davis brings more than three decades of coaching experience to the conversation, with a track record of sustained success at every level of college baseball—NJCAA, NAIA, and NCAA Division I. Ove…

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Episode #77: Adam Galla on Recruiting 19:46

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⚽Inside the Mind of a College Coach: How Adam Galla Evaluates Recruits ⚽ In this Significant Recruiting bonus episode, Coach Matt Rogers sits down with Adam Galla, Head Men’s Soccer Coach at Central Methodist University, for a candid look at what really matters in the recruiting process. Coach Galla shares how he identifies the athletes who fit his…

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Episode #76: Adam Galla 41:49

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⚽Building Culture, Shaping Men: Coach Adam Galla ⚽ In this episode of Significant Coaching, we sit down with Adam Galla, Head Men’s Soccer Coach at Central Methodist University, to explore how he's built winning programs by prioritizing culture, character, and consistency. From back-to-back championships at Westminster to his return to CMU, Coach G…

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Dr. Luke Wilkins - Sport and Exercise Psychology, La Trobe University 47:29

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This week on the ABCA Podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Luke Wilkins, a lecturer at La Trobe University and former sport scientist and lead skill acquisition specialist with the New York Yankees. Wilkins brings a unique perspective to player development, blending cutting-edge academic research with experience in professional baseball. In this episode, w…

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Episode #75: Kyle Crookes on Recruiting 29:28

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🎙️ Significant Recruiting with Kyle Crookes, Head Baseball Coach at University of Central Missouri In this special bonus episode of Significant Recruiting, Matt Rogers sits down with Kyle Crookes, Head Baseball Coach at UCM, to talk about what really matters in the college recruiting process. Coach Crookes breaks down the intangibles he looks for i…

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Episode #74: Kyle Crookes 46:03

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🎙️ Building Championship Culture with Coach Kyle Crookes In this episode of Significant Coaching, Matt Rogers sits down with Kyle Crookes, Head Baseball Coach at the University of Central Missouri, where tradition and excellence go hand in hand. Under Crookes' leadership, UCM has become a perennial powerhouse in Division II baseball — and today, we…

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Lary Sorensen - Chief Baseball Officer, pitchLogic & Announcer, Wake Forest University 1:09:16

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This week on the ABCA Podcast, we’re joined by former MLB All-Star, longtime broadcaster, and pitchLogic CBO, Lary Sorensen. A veteran of 11 big-league seasons, Sorensen won 93 games and was selected to the 1978 American League All-Star team as a member of the Milwaukee Brewers. After his final MLB appearance in 1988, Sorensen transitioned into the…

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Episode #73: Kevin Brooks on Recruiting 26:41

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Bonus Episode – Significant Recruiting w/ Kevin Brooks: What College Coaches Are Really Looking For In this Significant Recruiting bonus episode, Matt Rogers is joined by Kevin Brooks, the legendary Head BaseballCoach at Angelo State University. With over 800 career wins, seven College World Series appearances, and a 2023 national championship, Coa…

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Episode #72: Kevin Brooks 47:13

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"Don't Mess with Happy" — Kevin Brooks on Building a DII Powerhouse at Angelo State In this episode of the Significant Coaching Podcast, Matt Rogers sits down with one of the true legends of Division II baseball — Kevin Brooks, Head Baseball Coach at Angelo State University. With over 800 career wins, seven College World Series appearances, and a 2…

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Live from NHSI Part 3: Coaching Conversations 47:55

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This is our final installment of on location interviews from Cary, NC and USA Baseball’s NHSI Tournament coaches. Today we are joined by Venice’s Craig Faulkner, Corona Del Sol’s David Webb, Collierville’s Jeff Munier, Wesleyan Christian’s Mo Blakeney and Stony Brook’s Jon Brewer. Congrats to Coach Faulkner and Venice High School on bringing home t…

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Episode #71: Wade Wilson on Recruiting 14:27

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🎙️ Real Recruiting, Real Relationships In this Significant Recruiting bonus episode, Matt Rogers sits down with Wade Wilson, Head Softball Coach at Texas Lutheran University and one of the most respected voices in Division III athletics. With a national championship and years of success behind him, Coach Wilson opens up about what really matters in…

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Episode #70: Wade Wilson 47:19

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🎙️ Pushing for Greatness, Leading with Heart In this episode of the Significant Coaching Podcast, host Matt Rogers sits down with Wade Wilson, Head Softball Coach at Texas Lutheran University and one of the most successful coaches in NCAA Division III history. With a national championship, over 450 career wins, and the highest DIII softball winning…

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Episode #69: Taylor White on Recruiting 32:28

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🎙️ Building a Powerhouse Through Recruiting In this bonus episode of Significant Recruiting with Matt Rogers, we’re joined by Taylor White, Associate Head Baseball Coach and Recruiting Coordinator at the University of Texas at Tyler. Known across Division II as one of the premier recruiters in the country, Coach White has helped build UT Tyler into…

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Live from NHSI Part 2: Coaching Conversations 35:32

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The second part of our special National High School Invitational series brings you more on-the-ground conversations recorded in Cary, North Carolina. This premier event once again showcased elite talent and exceptional coaching from across the country. This week, we continue our series with five more outstanding high school coaches who led their te…

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Episode #68: Brent Porche 39:57

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🎧 “Building Men, Not Just Champions” In this episode of the Significant Coaching Podcast, host Matt Rogers sits down with Brent Porche, the head baseball coach at the University of Texas at Tyler — and one of the most impactful leaders in college baseball today. Coach Porche reflects on his journey from winning a Division III National Championship …

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Live from NHSI: Coaching Conversations 44:41

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For the next three weeks, we’re bringing you a special series of interviews recorded on location in Cary, North Carolina, during USA Baseball’s National High School Invitational (NHSI). It was another phenomenal event filled with top-tier talent and outstanding coaching. This week, we kick things off with a round of conversations featuring coaches …

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Episode #67: Becky Schmidt 55:50

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🎧 “I See My Job as a Calling” In this episode of the Significant Coaching Podcast, host Matt Rogers sits down with Becky Schmidt, the longtime head volleyball coach at Hope College and one of the most respected leaders in Division III athletics. Coach Schmidt opens up about her deep-rooted belief that coaching is more than a job — it’s a calling. W…

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Kayla Baptista - Pro Scout, Pittsburgh Pirates 51:24

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This week on the ABCA Podcast we’re joined by Kayla Baptista of the Pittsburgh Pirates. Baptista has quickly built a remarkable résumé in the game, becoming the first female on-field coaching intern in Cape Cod League history in 2021 with the Wareham Gatemen, and later breaking new ground again as the first female hired for a coaching role by the T…

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Episode #66: Mitchell McPartland 56:38

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🎙️We're Going to Handle Hard Better How do you build a program that thrives under pressure, embraces high standards, and leads with care? University of Chicago Head Volleyball Coach Mitchell McPartland joins the show to break it all down. This conversation is packed with insight on how to lead a high-achieving team, manage expectations, and coach w…

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Sal Fasano - Assistant Coach, Los Angeles Angels 1:13:00

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We’re staying on the professional side this week with Los Angeles Angels' catching and pitching coach Sal Fasano. A 13-year MLB veteran who played for 10 different organizations, Fasano brings a deep well of experience to this episode—from his time behind the plate to his work in the dugout and front office. Fasano spent the last eight seasons on t…

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Episode #65: Emily Kiablick 50:55

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Cool Under Pressure: Emily Kiablick on Culture, Calm, and Coaching with Clarity In this episode of Significant Coaching with Matt Rogers, we sit down with Emily Kiablick ("Coach Kabs"), the all-time winningest coach in Wheaton College women’s lacrosse history. Known for her calm leadership and deep care for team chemistry, Emily opens up about what…

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J.J. Picollo - Executive Vice President & General Manager, Kansas City Royals 54:52

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Next up on the ABCA Podcast is Kansas City Royals Executive Vice President & General Manager J.J. Picollo, who just wrapped up one of the most remarkable turnarounds in Major League Baseball history. Under his leadership, the Royals posted an 86-76 record in 2024—30 wins better than the previous season—earning a postseason berth and making Picollo …

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Episode #64: Carol Jue 51:30

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🎙️ Full-Court Pressure: The Tenacity Behind Carol Jue’s Championship Coaching In this week’s episode of the Significant Coaching Podcast, we sit down with Coach Carol Jue, Head Women’s Basketball Coach at Chapman University. With over 300 career wins and countless accolades, Carol is the all-time winningest coach in Chapman’s history. She’s built a…

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Rob Ducey - 13 year MLB veteran, Core Energy Belt 1:05:31

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This week on the ABCA Podcast, we’re joined by Rob Ducey, a 13-year MLB veteran and 2013 inductee into the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame. Ducey broke into the big leagues in 1987 with the Toronto Blue Jays and wrapped up his playing career with the Montreal Expos in 2001. In 2004, he made history as the first Canadian to play for Team Canada, the …

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Episode #63: Ceanna Larson-Michalek 1:01:41

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🎙️ Building a Winning Program with Coach Ceanna Larson-Michalek On this episode of Significant Coaching with Matt Rogers, we sit down with Ceanna Larson-Michalek, Head Volleyball Coach at Centralia College, to discuss her journey in coaching and the transformation she's brought to every program she's led. With 18 years of experience, Coach C has bu…

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Mike Birkbeck - Associate Head Coach, Kent State University 58:14

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Few coaches in college baseball have had the kind of long-term impact Mike Birkbeck has made at Kent State. Since becoming Associate Head Coach in 2004, Birkbeck has helped guide the Golden Flashes to 10 MAC regular season titles, 10 MAC Tournament championships, and 10 NCAA Regional appearances. Widely respected as one of the top pitching minds in…

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Episode #62: Matt Midkiff 1:05:58

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🎙️ Building a Championship Culture with Coach Matt Midkiff On this episode of Significant Coaching with Matt Rogers, we sit down with Matt Midkiff, the winningest baseball coach in Swarthmore College history and two-time Centennial Conference Champion. From rebuilding struggling programs to leading his team to the NCAA Division III World Series, Co…

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Kurt Elbin - Associate Head Coach, Virginia Tech University 52:42

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Virginia Tech associate head coach and recruiting coordinator Kurt Elbin has built one of the most explosive offenses in college baseball. Now in his seventh season with the Hokies, Elbin has helped shape a lineup that consistently ranks among the nation’s best in key offensive categories. Through 17 games this season, Tech’s hitters have posted a …

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Episode #61: Mark Stauffer 54:51

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Empowering Excellence: Coach Mark Stauffer In this episode of the Significant Coaching Podcast, we sit down with Mark Stauffer, the Head Women's Soccer coach at Misericordia University, to dive into his 24-year coaching journey and his commitment to building a program focused on player empowerment and accountability. Coach Stauffer shares valuable …

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Jim Gantt - Head Baseball Coach, Catawba College 52:12

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With 29 seasons at the helm of Catawba College baseball, Jim Gantt has built one of the premier programs in NCAA Division II. A three-time ABCA Region Coach of the Year and 12-time Conference Coach of the Year, Gantt has led the Catawba Indians to multiple national semifinal appearances, including an impressive 2024 season where his squad earned th…

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Episode #60: Kristen Dowling 36:03

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🔥 One Day to Prepare, One Season to Dominate! 🔥 In this episode of the Significant Coaching Podcast, host Matt Rogers sits down with Kristen Dowling, Head Women’s Basketball Coach at Whittier College, to talk about one of the most unbelievable coaching turnarounds in recent memory. Hired just one day before the season started, Coach Dowling took a …

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Vince Kolbe - 2024 Pacific Association Assistant Coach of the Year 40:54

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This week on the ABCA Podcast, we sit down with 2024 ABCA Pacific Association Assistant Coach of the Year Vince Kolbe, who played a key role in Palomar College’s dominant 2024 season. With a 36-11 overall record and a 23-2 mark in conference play, Kolbe’s work developing the catching corps and coaching first base has been instrumental in the Comets…

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Episode #59: Jonathan Scott 43:19

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Building a Championship Culture with Coach Jonathan Scott What does it take to build a championship-level program? In this episode of Significant Coaching with Matt Rogers, we sit down with Coach Jonathan Scott, Head Volleyball Coach at Point Loma Nazarene University, who recently led the Sea Lions to their first-ever PacWest Championship and a rec…

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Bryan Madsen - Manager, 12U Team USA 1:06:47

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Fresh off leading Team USA to gold at the WBSC U-12 Baseball World Cup, Bryan Madsen joins the ABCA Podcast to share his journey and insights into coaching young athletes at the highest level. In his first year as 12U National Team Manager, Madsen guided Team USA to an impressive 57-9 run differential, a .357 team batting average, and a dominant 0.…

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Episode #58: Dip Metress 1:01:04

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Building a Basketball Powerhouse with Coach Dip Metress In this episode of the Significant Coaching Podcast, host Matt Rogers sits down with one of the most accomplished coaches in college basketball, Coach Dip Metress, the Head Men’s Basketball Coach at Augusta University. Now, in his 21st season at Augusta and 29th season as an NCAA head coach, C…

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Kevin Coe - Academy Director, Cincinnati Reds 1:09:13

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This week on the ABCA Podcast, we’re joined by Kevin Coe, Cincinnati Reds Academy Director of Baseball and Softball. With a career dedicated to player development, Coe has been instrumental in providing opportunities for young athletes to reach the next level. Before joining the Reds in 2022, he played a key role in building the Chicago White Sox A…

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Episode #57: Ron Zetcher 41:04

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Hall of Fame Leadership with Ron Zetcher: Lessons from a Legendary Official In this episode of the Significant Coaching Podcast, I sit down with a true legend in the world of sports—Ron Zetcher. A Hall of Fame athlete, coach, and one of the most respected officials in basketball, football, and baseball, Zetch’s career spans decades at the high scho…