Contacts Coaching Podcast
The CONTACTS Coaches Podcast is a digital database of coaching where Coach and Athletic Director Justin Clymo discusses the various aspects of coaching, leadership and life with those he has met along the way.
Episodes
In this episode of the Contacts Coaching Podcast, host Justin welcomes Mat Parker, a former athletic director, coach, and keynote speaker. The discussion covers Mat's journey from high school athletics in Vermont to becoming a district athletic director in Illinois. Mat shares his experiences in coaching various sports, promoting mental toughness, and implementing effective administrative systems. He also discusses his involvem...
In this episode of the Contacts Coaching podcast, we sit down with Tyler Rogers, the boys varsity basketball coach at Stone Ridge Christian in Merced. Tyler shares his remarkable journey from being a player to a coach, the challenges he faced, including being let go from his first head coaching position, and how he rebounded to build a successful basketball program at Stone Ridge. He dives into his coaching philosophy, the importan...
In this episode of the Contacts Coaching Podcast, we sit down with Caleb Moore, the wide receiver analyst and assistant coach at the University of Arizona. Caleb shares his unique journey in the world of football, starting from his upbringing as a coach's son to his various coaching stints at Lake Forest College, Wisconsin-Whitewater, Arizona State, Georgia Southern, and now the University of Arizona. He discusses the invaluable le...
In this episode of the Contacts Coaching Podcast, we sit down with Rod Wright, the Director of Athletics at Ripon High School. Rod shares his extensive coaching journey that began in 1983 with flag football while he was still a senior in high school. He walks us through his progression from coaching junior high basketball to taking on roles at Ripon High School, eventually becoming the varsity head coach and later the Athletic Dire...
In this episode of the Contacts Coaching Podcast, we welcome back Coach Greg Clink, retired collegiate basketball coach, keynote speaker, and master of culture building. Coach Clink shares his experiences from his last three seasons before retirement, the impact of the pandemic on collegiate sports, and his reflections on his coaching career. He delves into the elements of building a winning culture, role definition, accountability...
In this episode of the Contacts Coaching Podcast, host Justin welcomes Jarrod Moore, the Coach Development Manager at Basketball New South Wales. Jarrod shares his journey from playing high school basketball in Sydney to becoming a prominent figure in the Australian basketball community. He discusses the unique structure of Australian basketball, including the role of associations and the differences between the club and school sys...
In this episode of the Contacts Coaching Podcast, host Justin welcomes Troy Bell, president, CEO, and founder of Black Label Supplements and a healthcare company. Troy shares his remarkable journey from being a multi-sport high school athlete to a collegiate football player and successful entrepreneur. He emphasizes the importance of positive accountability, cross-disciplinary training, and loving what you do. The discussion delves...
In this episode of the Contacts Coaching podcast, we chat with Amani Walker, the athletic director at Modern Day Catholic in San Diego. Walker, who has an extensive background in athletics from his playing days to his time as a coach, shares his journey and insights on building a compelling sports culture. He highlights the value of multi-sport participation, the challenges of implementing new initiatives, and the importance of rel...
Welcome back to the Contacts Coaching Podcast! Today, we're joined by longtime friend and player development coach, Tony Vasaturo. Tony, the principal at Tony Vasaturo Basketball Training, shares his remarkable journey from Connecticut to coaching NBA players and youngsters alike. He reflects on his beginnings, influences, the importance of trying multiple sports, and the pivot from team to individual training. Tony also delves int...
In this episode of the Contacts Coaching Podcast, host Justin welcomes Arty Smith, a former head soccer coach and AP Stats and Data Science teacher at Kent School, Denver. Arty shares his journey into teaching and coaching, detailing the pivotal moments that shaped his career. He discusses his passion for statistics and data science, and how he pioneered elective courses to teach these subjects through sports and social justice iss...
Welcome back to the Contacts Coaching Podcast. Today, we have the honor of speaking with Robert Paylor, an inspirational speaker and author. In this episode, Robert shares his incredible journey of overcoming a traumatic spinal cord injury during a national championship rugby game in 2017. He discusses his initial prognosis, the monumental challenges he faced, and the relentless effort that has brought him to where he is today. Rob...
In this engaging episode of the Contacts Coaching podcast, host Justin Clymo welcomes Coach Franco Pacheco to share his inspiring journey from a recreational swimmer to an influential high school coach. Coach Pacheco discusses his early life in Seaside, California, his college swimming career, joining the Army, and the lessons learned from various coaching roles across the country. He emphasizes the importance of fostering a strong...
In this episode of the Contacts Coaching Podcast, we are joined by Dane Wissenbach, a creative content producer and former athlete from Idaho. Dane shares his heartfelt journey from being a multi-sport high school athlete to suffering a life-changing injury, and how he pivoted into a successful career in videography. He provides insightful advice on navigating challenges, the importance of perspective and community support, and the...
In this episode of the Contacts Coaching Podcast, host Justin Clymo sits down with Tyler Brown, Head Basketball Coach at Stevenson School. Coach Brown takes us through his multifaceted journey from being an aspiring athlete, overcoming early adversity, and eventually transitioning into his varied roles in coaching at multiple collegiate levels. He shares his experiences of balancing full-time work with coaching, learning the nuance...
Join the Contacts Coaching Podcast as we welcome Kyle Baxter, a former athlete, coach, and referee, who shares his journey from playing sports in high school and college to officiating at various levels. In this episode, Kyle discusses his athletic background, experiences playing professionally overseas, transitioning to coaching and officiating, and the challenges and insights he has gained. Coaches, athletes, and sports enthusias...
Join the Contacts Coaching Podcast as Mike Sparrer, Athletic Director at Leland High School in San Jose, shares his fascinating journey from coaching high school baseball to becoming an influential athletic director. In this episode, Mike discusses the evolution of his coaching philosophy, the challenges of balancing coaching with administrative duties, and the importance of mentorship and continuous learning. Whether you're a coac...
Welcome back to the Contacts Coaching Podcast! In this insightful episode, we are joined by Justin Bates, golf coach at Stevenson School. Coach Bates shares his journey from being a novice coach to leading a championship-winning golf team. He discusses the transition from coaching soccer to golf, the challenges of maintaining a high-performing program, and the nuances of youth athletic development. Gain valuable insights into team ...
In this episode of the Context Coaching Podcast, host Justin welcomes Joanna Butcher, Athletic Director at Milpitas High School, to share her inspiring journey. Joanna delves into her early years in sports, her experience as a multi-sport athlete, and the pivotal moments that shaped her career. She discusses her transition from coach to athletic director, the challenges she faced, and the strategies she implemented to enhance her p...
Join us on the Contacts Coaching Podcast as we sit down with Vinay Mullick, an entrepreneur and former athletic director with a fascinating journey. Vinay shares his unique transition from engineering at Intel to education through Teach for America and coaching in Chicago's South Side. Discover how he navigated numerous roles including basketball and football coaching, athletic administration, and eventually founded mini jersey...
Join our host on the Context Coaching Podcast as we welcome Therren Wilburn, former athletic director at St. Francis High School, Palo Alto High School, and Cathedral Catholic coach. Theron shares his extensive journey in the world of high school athletics, from his early aspirations and career choices to his impactful stints at various institutions. Learn from Theron's dedication to building relationships, fostering culture, a...
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