A Coach's Perspective

This week, find out more about the culture of Coach John Schaefer's successful Logan-Rogersville (MO) high school boys basketball team. Hear from Indiana University commit Chase Branham, Northwest Missouri State commit Marcus Moore, and rising star Titus Moore on teamwork, scouting, pre-performance routines, and what it takes to be a championship team. Guests: John Schaefer, Chase Branham, Titus...

This week, we previewed the Bill Rowe Queen City Showcase with scheduler Brad Hayes and the legend himself, Bill Rowe. For more information, visit QueenCityShowcase.org or listen at Podcasts of Previous Shows on the website acoachsperspective.com or listen and subscribe on Apple, Spotify, or Helium Radio.Guests: Brad Hayes, Bill Rowe

This week, I spoke with the legendary and versatile Jim Powers about the upcoming Norm Stewart Classic at Mizzou Arena. We also hosted Missouri coaches Cori Elms, Brittany Matlock, Don Edwards, and Chris Nimmo and discussed "out of the hat" coaching topics like: How do you handle playing time? Describe the ultimate player. What is the role of assistant coaches? We also explored statistics and...

Thank you to my Chiefs Superfan Panel tonight for their insights and loyal perspective to the red and yellow: Jeff Burnett, Steve Newman, and Cole Pruitt. The Kansas City Chiefs are more than a team - they're the heartbeat of a city. From Len Dawson to Patrick Mahomes, from heartbreak to dynasty, Chiefs Kingdom has endured it all with unwavering loyalty. On Sundays at Arrowhead, 76,000 fans...

In this episode, my guest, Justin Gerald, is gearing up for high school basketball season. Coaching high school basketball offers a front-row seat to watching young people discover their potential on and off the court. There's an unmatched energy in a packed gym on game night, where every possession feels monumental and the community rallies behind their team. The real joy comes in building...

In this episode, Springfield-Greene County Parkboard Public Information Administrator Jenny Edwards discusses the Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot and the thousands that participate in this annual tradition. Gold medalist archer and Springfield-Greene County Parkboard Head Archery Coach, Amy Francka, also joins us to discuss the sport of archery, its growing popularity, and her international...

Episode #404: In this episode, Warren Rose and Marty Marsh talk with us about the benefits of nature in our lives and their mission through the Missouri Department of Conservation to bring nature education into the classrooms and classrooms into nature. We also talked about outdoor activities, bears, mountain lions, snakes, and getting outdoors more to enjoy our beautiful planet! Guest: Warren...

Episode #403: In this episode, we are joined by Rob Bolks as he educates us on sports betting. Sports betting (a personal choice by an individual) adds an extra layer of excitement to watching games, transforming casual viewers into invested participants with something real on the line. There's a genuine thrill in researching matchups, making your predictions, and watching them play out in real...

Episode #402: In this episode, we explore the many adventures of Ethan Bryan, from his books to his leadership and mentoring programs—all based on the beautiful sport of baseball and the power of playing catch. Check out his website at EthanBryan.com to book him for your next speaking engagement, order his latest book, or get involved in his latest community challenge. Throwvember is coming...

Episode #401: In this episode, we congratulate Gary Ward and Jimmy Wright on being inducted into the Springfield (Mo.) Area Sports Hall of Fame. We celebrate Gary Ward's talented career in sports medicine, Jimmy Wright's career as an equipment technician, and their partnership together as table workers for multiple sports over the past forty years.Guests: Gary Ward and Jimmy Wright