The Christian Coach Podcast

Leo Sayles - Head Volleyball Coach, Grove City University

Coach Sayles (@LeoSayles) has been the Volleyball Head Coach and Associate AD for Sport Ministry at Grove City University since 2018. He has had stops as a Volleyball Coach at Gardner-Webb and Bryan College. He has also written the book "Ordering our steps," a devotional for anyone involved with sports!Besides his incredible personal story, Coach Sayles shared with Gian about:Focusing on your "Reason Why" instead of "Results"What a musical band have in common with a sports teamHow growing up in a Military family impacted himHow being a bench player helped him become a better coachFollow us on Twitter: @ChristCoachPodFollow us on Instagram: @ChristCoachPod
 

Dean Jaderston - Head Women's Basketball Coach, Friends University

Dean Jaderston (@friends_wbb20) is in his 2nd season at the helm of the Women's Basketball program at Friends University in Kansas. Coach Jaderston has over 30 years of experience coaching High School and College players. He is also the executive director of a premier summer Christian family conference called Northern Pines of Minnesota. In this talk with Chad, Coach Jaderston talks about:The evolution of his coaching manualThe joy of being involved in the lives of former players long after they've graduatedHow to instill fearlessness in our kids and playersHow to be faithful where you are at Follow us on Twitter: @ChristCoachPodFollow us on Instagram: @ChristCoachPod@ChristCoachPod

Brian Catanella - Author of "Lead with Love" and Head Football Coach of the Moorestown Quakers

Brian Catanella (@BrianCatanella) is a businessman, author and youth football coach. In this interview with Chad, he shares:The four P's that help leaders make a greater impactWhat kind of lenses we have to wear when interacting with the worldThe importance of connectionCheck out his book, "Lead with Love" here! Follow us on Twitter: @ChristCoachPodFollow us on Instagram: @ChristCoachPod@ChristCoachPod

Dr. Amber Selking - Mental Performance Coach, Notre Dame Football

Dr. Amber Selking (@DrSelking) currently serves as the Mental Performance Coach for the Notre Dame Football Team. Her personal story and insights will inspire everyone.In this conversation with Gian, Dr. Selking shares:The one thing she does every morning to ground herself in God's WillHow thoughts can impact physical performanceInsights into how ND Football has handled this seasonAnd much more!! Follow us on Twitter: @ChristCoachPodFollow us on Instagram: @ChristCoachPod@ChristCoachPod

Jeff Clark - Associate Head Men's Basketball Coach, Indiana Wesleyan U.

Jeff Clark (@IWUHoops), has been the Associate Head Coach at Indiana Wesleyan Basketball for over a decade, winning 3 NAIA National Championships!!Chad had a chance to sit down with Coach Clark and discuss:IWU's "I am Third" philosophyThe issues of comparing yourself to others in the professionHis intentionality when praying for his playersFollow us on Twitter: @ChristCoachPodFollow us on Instagram: @ChristCoachPod

Ritchie McKay - Head Men's Basketball Coach, Liberty University

Ritchie McKay (@LibertyMBB_) is the Head Men's Basketball Coach for the Liberty Flames, one of the hottest programs in the country right now!In this interview with Gian, Coach McKay goes in depth into:His journey to Liberty;What it takes to keep Christ at the center of our lives;Pursuit over Perfection;What he looks for in his recruits;And much more!Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!! Follow us on Twitter: @ChristCoachPodFollow us on Instagram: @ChristCoachPod@ChristCoachPod

Daniel Chappell - Area Director, FCA

Daniel Chappell (@DanielChappell5) is the Area Director for the Vermillion Valley FCA. He is also a certified 3Dimensional Coaching presenter who has delivered workshops to coaches at every level of sport across the Midwest. Having played for 3Dimensional Coaches, Daniel has a passion for helping coaches envision their transformational purpose in coaching by capturing the hearts of their athletes. In this talk with Chad, Daniel shares his thoughts about:What the Bible says about sports and competitionWhat lesson he wants his coaches to understandWhat should we do when we are NOT coaching for ChristFollow us on Twitter: @ChristCoachPodFollow us on Instagram: @ChristCoachPod@ChristCoachPod

Jarvis Jelen - Cross Country Head Coach, Abilene Christian University

Jarvis Jelen (@sodakrunner) is the Head Cross Country Coach/ Assistant Track & Field Coach for the ACU Wildcats. Chad had the opportunity to talk with Coach Jelen about a variety of topics, including:The importance of creativity in coachingBeing bold in the recruiting processAllowing players to take ownership of the programFollow us on Twitter: @ChristCoachPodFollow us on Instagram: @ChristCoachPod@ChristCoachPod

Lee De Leon - Deputy AD, Univ. of Louisiana Lafayette

Lee de Leon (@LDeLeon5) is the Deputy Athletic Director for the Ragin' Cajuns. He also serves as the President of AD's for Christ. Its mission is to “connect, encourage, and equip current and aspiring athletics directors who love Jesus and are committed to making an impact for Him through college athletics." In this conversation with Chad, Lee discusses:Why leaders should be readersHow ADs for Christ started and the work it does for AD's all over the countryWhat a Christian Coach should be aboutFollow us on Twitter: @ChristCoachPodFollow us on Instagram: @ChristCoachPod

Chris Johnson - Univ.of Lynchburg, M&W Tennis Head Coach

Chris Johnson (@GoHornetsTennis) is at the helm of both Men's and Women's Tennis Programs at the University of Lynchburg. He was also Chad and Gian's college coach for 4 years!In this special episode, Gian got to talk with Coach Johnson and get him to share about:His development as a college coachHow to stay filled with the Word in order to pour into othersHow to foster an environment of growth in your programFollow us on Twitter: @ChristCoachPodFollow us on Instagram: @ChristCoachPod