DJ Wilson is the CEO and co-founder of Playbook Clinics, modern football coaching clinics developed by coaches to meet the challenges of today’s game. With an extensive professional career in event and digital media management across diverse sectors like healthcare, politics, and communications, DJ brings a unique perspective to the field. He also coaches high school football in Seattle. Tune in to today's conversation as DJ shares insights on coaching, athlete transformation, and building things that last. 04:05 The Hall Of Fame Mentality 10:25 Playbook Clinics - More Than X’s And O’s  ..read more

Mario Conte serves as the Executive Director and Founder of the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour. He started the HJGT back in 2007 due to his passion for junior golf and turned it into the largest junior tour in the country. Mario has 30 plus years experience in the junior golf space and has helped thousands of kids realize their dream of playing college golf as well as becoming more well-rounded young adults. On today’s episode, Mario shares valuable mental toughness insights from his entrepreneurship, golf, and life journey. 05:42 The Most Valuable Mental Lessons of Junior Golf 12:21 How IMG Chan ..read more

John Brubaker is a highly sought-after keynote speaker, award-winning author, and executive coach known for his unique approach to performance enhancement. He has front-line, high-stakes experience as a championship coach and on-air experience with ESPN Radio. In this episode, John shares the powerful coaching insights of his new book, The Lasso Way: Leadership Lessons from the World’s Favorite Football Coach.  04:06 How Lining An Athletic Field Got Me The Job // Hinge Moment 09:45 Getting Fired On My Birthday // Mountaintop Moment 15:26 “Chin up, chest out” 23:28 Turning Adversity Into ..read more

Today’s guest is John O'Sullivan, internationally renowned TEDx speaker, author, and founder of Changing The Game Project. He's also a leading voice in youth sports, providing global coach education and leadership training. Tune in as we delve into John's mental toughness strategies and the invaluable lessons of sports psychology in his latest book, "The Champion Teammate: Timeless Lessons to Connect, Compete, and Lead in Sports and Life."  02:05 The Champion Production of The Champion Teammate 07:39 One Thing All Great Coaches Do 15:00 The Most Important Factor To Team Success 18:15 Hig ..read more

Jacob Modleski is a freshman golfer at Notre Dame. Modleski went from alternate to champion at the 2024 Jones Cup, rising from 404th to 144th in the World Amateur Golf Ranking. With additional achievements like a 2nd place finish at the Western Junior AM and reaching the round of 32 in the US Amateur, Jacob is undeniably a rising star. Today we dive into not only his proven talent but the mental toughness and hinge moments behind his success on the course.  04:22 The Champion Winter Golf Mentality 09:14 Success In No Expectations 14:26 Navigating The Hazards 18:29 “These moments should b ..read more

Jahmali Waite is a professional footballer and goalkeeper for both the Jamaican national team and the USL side El Paso Locomotives. Previously, Jahmali played two seasons professionally for Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC and, at the collegiate level, served as the goalkeeper for both UConn and Fairleigh Dickinson. Join us as we delve into Jahmali's remarkable career, family, faith, and the mental toughness strategies he has employed to perform at the highest level. 04:57 Putting Faith First // Hinge Moment 09:56 Jamaica vs. The Loudest Fans In The World 13:51 “Always start from zero.” 16:10 The Mo ..read more

In today’s episode, I sat down with David Hoffmaster, founder and executive director of HeroHut, a non-profit organization supporting veterans in their transition to civilian life through service and community. A West Point graduate and former Army captain who led units in Afghanistan, David shares the story of his military journey and the impactful mission of HeroHut. 04:39 West Point’s 30-Second Goodbye 12:10 The Simple Tasks of Disciple 15:52 What Makes a Good Leader? 19:49 Operation Hammer Down 27:04 “When things can do wrong, they will” 32:20 The Toll of Combat 34:22 Coming Back Down the ..read more

Mike Mandakas is a PGA professional and the founder of Elevation Golf Academy. With a wealth of experience as the head golf coach at the university level and as a PGA professional at renowned courses like Olympia Fields, Medinah, and Desert Mountain, Mike brings a unique perspective to the world of golf instruction and shares insights from his entrepreneurial career. 07:09 The Ideal Junior Golfer 11:30 Golf Development’s Biggest Evolution 17:11 Struggles the Every Golfer Faces 22:31 Going Pro: Expectation vs. Reality 26:54 What Your Child Needs for the Next Level  29:04 In The Trenches ..read more

Angela (Angi) Hurt is the CEO and founder of Veracity Consulting, a Kansas City-based business and technology consultancy that helps commercial enterprises and government agencies achieve their strategic objectives. She is also a mother, golfer, and former rugby player. In today’s episode, Angi provides insights into her leadership and business success while drawing parallels to her journey in sports. 06:57 Growing Up on a Drilling Rig 10:35 The Mentors that Shape Us 15:38 The Art of Goal Driven Success 24:00 How Rugby Creates a Thriving Business 30:27 Delivering Hard News with Strength 46:52 ..read more

Erik Robinson has triumphed over bankruptcy, foreclosure, prison, and the depths of anxiety, even surviving a suicide attempt. Through his own journey in the darkness, he founded the "Building a Refuge" community, dedicated to offering hope and support to men facing similar struggles. On today’s episode, Erik shares these inspiring stories one at a time, shedding light on the path to recovery and healing. 5:15 Hungry to Make It 13:44 Losing Everything 20:35 “That three hours saved my life” 37:11 “That act right there, I committed a felony” 40:53 15 FBI Agents Pounding on My Door 47:33 The Sca ..read more