RU STRONG

Welcome back to the RU Strong Podcast, where we spotlight the mindset, mission, and momentum of athletes and coaches who lead with purpose, push past limits, and live a life of impact. I’m your host, Jeff Durr.

Today’s guest is a man who has coached on someof football’s biggest stages — the NFL, CFL, and XFL, and is now using his platform to transform lives through leadership and personal development. He’s a coach, a mentor, and now...

Welcome back to the RU Strong Podcast, where we bring you the mindset, mission, and moments that shape champions, on and off the field.

I’m your host, Jeff Durr, and today I’m honored to reconnect with a hometown standout who has truly lived up to the phrase RU Strong. From Flemington, New Jersey to the heart of Paris, France, today’s guest has left his mark at every level.

Jason Cabinda was Mr. Everything at Hunterdon Central High S...

Welcome back to the RU Strong Podcast, where we spotlight the mindset, mission, and momentum behind elite athletes and coaches who lead with grit, discipline, and a relentless pursuit of greatness.

I’m your host, Jeff Durr, and today’s guest isnot only one of the most respected wrestling minds in the country but also a master communicator, transformational leader, and author of the powerful book Tiger Style. We’re honored to welcome...

Welcome back to the RU Strong Podcast, where we shine a light on the mindset, mission, and momentum behind athletes and coaches who lead with grit, grind, and greatness on and off the mat.

I’m your host, Jeff Durr, and today’s guest is a man who didn’t just take on a challenge, he embraced a mission to build something special at Rutgers University from the ground up. Scott Goodale, head wrestling coach at Rutgers, has transformed th...

Welcome back to the RU Strong Podcast, where we shine a light on the relentless mindset of athletes who rise through adversity, lead with purpose, and inspire far beyond the game.

I’m your host, Jeff Durr and today’s guest brings a quiet strength and a bold message that every young athlete needs to hear. Justin Leigh, former Kean University football standout, didn’t just play the game, he grew up in it.

Pushed by an older brother who...

Welcome back to the RU Strong Podcast,where we spotlight the journeys of athletes who turn adversity into strength and lead with purpose beyond the game. I’m your host, Jeff Durr, and today’s guest is a powerful example of what it means to rise, compete, and inspire onand off the field.

Kenie Wright is a former Rutgers Women’s Soccerstandout who went on to play professionally for NY/NJ Gotham FC. She brought intensity, leadership, a...

Welcome back to the RU Strong Podcast wheregrit, leadership, and passion meet purpose. I’m your host, Jeff Durr, and today’s episode is a special one for all athletes, coaches, and aspiring entrepreneurs out there.

Joining me is a former college football player who took the lessons from the locker room and transformed them into apowerhouse of purpose through his company, Pratt for Athletic Training. He’s not just training athletes, ...

Welcome back to the RU Strong Podcast, where we dive deep into the stories of athletes who embody resilience, mental discipline, and the will to win, on and off the field.

I’m your host, Jeff Durr, and today’s guest is someone who’s lived that mindset every step of the way. From dominating at the University of Maine and Rutgers University to now competing in the NFL with the Jacksonville Jaguars, Shawn Bowman has always found a way ...

Welcome back to the RU Strong Podcast, where we celebrate resilience, grit, and the relentless spirit of athletes who turn life’s challenges into victories both in and out of competition. I’m your host, Jeff Durr, and today’s guest embodies the heart of what it means to be RU Strong.

Cassidy Mulligan is more than a college swimmer; she’s a force of nature. Her story is one of deep self-belief, relentlessteam-first work ethic, and th...

Welcome to another powerful episode of the RUStrong Podcast, where we dive deep into the stories of athletes who define what it means to lead with grit, heart, and resilience, on and off the field.

Today, we tee it up with Oliver Whatley, a former college golfer whose journey proves that talent alone doesn't earn the win, discipline, mindset, and the will to outwork everyone around you does.

Oliver grew up with a passion for the ...

Welcome back to the RU Strong Podcast, the show where resilience meets purpose, and athletes share the real, raw stories behind their strength.

I’m your host, Jeff Durr, and today’s guest isproof that mental grit and belief in yourself can overcome any obstacle, even in the quiet, high-pressure world of college golf.

Joining us is Morgan Smith, a standout college golfer whose journey wasn’t always smooth. Recruited out of high school...

Welcome to another inspiring episode of the RU Strong Podcast, where we highlight the incredible journeys of athletes who have faced challenges head-on and emerged stronger.

I’m your host, Jeff Durr, and today we’re joined by Gavin Stellpflug, a former Rutgers University Baseball player, whose story embodies the power of resilience, humility, and intentional growth.

Gavin’s message is all about staying groundedand embracing the journ...

Welcome to the RU Strong Podcast, where we dive deep into the journeys of elite athletes who redefine resilience, discipline, and purpose, on and off the field.

I’m your host, Jeff Durr, and today, we’re joined by a truewarrior in the world of lacrosse, Joe Nardella. A proud Rutgers University alum and current professional lacrosse standout, Joe’s story is about more than just athletic talent, it’s about relentless discipline, a dri...

Welcome to the RU Strong Podcast, where grit meets growth, and life’s toughest plays become the foundation for something greater. I’m your host, Jeff Durr.

Today’s episode features a man who embodies perseverance, preparation, and purpose Justin “JB” Brashear. JB is a walking example of what it means to lock in, hone your craft, and become the best version of yourself, no matter the circumstance. From the moment he stepped onto a co...

Welcome back to the RU Strong Podcast, where we dive deep into the mindset, heart, and hustle of athletes who live with purpose, push past adversity, and pursue greatness in everything they do. I’m your host, Jeff Durr and today’s guest is the embodiment of what it means to build from the groundup.

On this episode, we’re joined by Xavier Marcoux a competitor whose journey is fueled by a relentless work ethic, unshakable focus, and t...

Welcome back to the RU Strong Podcast, hosted by Jeff Durr , where resilience meets opportunity and strength is forged through adversity.

Today’s guest is the definition of reinvention and resilience — former standout college football player turned rising sports media entrepreneur, Adam Breneman.

Adam’s journey reminds us that in life, you’re going to face adversity. It’s not about avoiding the tough moments; it’s about how you handl...

Welcome back to the RU Strong Podcast, where we dive deep into the mindset, discipline, and heart it takes to succeed, not just in sports, but in life.

Today, I’m excited to welcome a special guest, former Florida State standout quarterback, first-round NFL draft pick, and lifelong student of the game, Christian Ponder.

Football is in Christian’s DNA. Following in the footsteps of his father, who also played at Florida State, Christi...

Welcome to another powerful episode of the RU Strong Podcast, hosted by Jeff Durr, where real athletes share real stories to inspire real strength in life after sports.

Today, Jeff sits down with Kordell Young, a former standoutfootball player whose journey is all about grit, growth, and grinding with purpose. From day one, Kordell embraced the mindset of doing what's best for the team. He learned early that following structure,...

Welcome to the RU Strong Podcast — where grit meets growth and stories of resilience fuel the next generation. I’m your host, Jeff Durr, and today, we have a powerhouse guest who embodies what it means to build yourself from the inside out, former University of Washington softball standout, mental performance coach, and author of The Real Work, Morgan Stuart.

Morgan’s journey is a masterclass in outworking the odds, from grinding he...