Coaching Up Podcast

Season 2: Episode 6: Talking Nutrition with Lisa Still:Using food as fuel for our bodies

In this episode, we talk with Lisa Still, a health teacher/coach, about taking care of our bodies through nutrition and sleep.  Lisa has taught health at the middle and high school levels, & coached at the college level with Nikki for many years. She has a Bachelors of Science in Community & Health as well as a Masters in Health, Physical Education, & Coaching. She has a passion for people kids about food and how we can use it to fuel our bodies. Listen in as Lisa talks about macros, micros, timing, meal/snack ideas, tips for coaches, parents, and athletes...it's so good!

Season 2, Episode 5: The Journey: managing expectations and celebrating little wins to avoid the trap of big wins falling flat

In this episode, Anthony and Nikki talk about the journey. Inspired by a quote from AJ Brown, a member of the 2024-2025 Super Bowl champion Eagles, we break down how to prepare our mindset to make the best out of the day to day and not just rely on the wins to fill our cup. Listen in as Anthony shares some big moments in his life's journey, past and present, that relate to the topic. From Super Bowl wins to JUCO wins to family dynamics to weight loss to the pope....this one has a little of everything!

Season 4 Episode 4: Catching up with Coach Zach Keesecker talking soccer goalie training and youth sports

In this episode, we speak with Coach Zach Keesecker, co-owner of Protect Your Net LLC, a group focusing specifically on soccer goalie training. Zach grew up in Harford County, playing goalkeeper for C. Milton Wright High School and Towson University. Zach teaches PE at Honeygo Elementary School.  Coach has worked with multiple clubs and keepers of all ages and skill sets in Baltimore and Harford County, MD. Listen in as Zach opens up about why he does what he does, his perspective on youth sports from the eyes of an elementary school teacher, ideas for what we can do to help, and a little of everything in between.

Season 2, Episode 3: Coaches talking about injuries, what's helpful to athletes when injured & what's not!

In this episode, Anthony & Nikki talk about their recent injuries and give some tips on what might be helpful (& not) to athletes in the first few weeks of an injury. As athletes, as coaches, as parents, how can we support each other. Let's start the conversation.

Season 2: Episode 2: Overscheduled: Shining a light on the topic & starting the conversation

In this episode, Anthony & Nikki discuss kids being overscheduled. Each family, each child, is unique but carving in time to shine a light on the topic should be universal. We are starting the conversation here!

Season 2: Episode 1: Anthony & Nikki break down the Netflix documentary on Mark Cavendish: Never Enough. Talking professional athletes, mental health struggles, importance of the right coach, & family

In this episode, Anthony & Nikki catch up a little around the holiday break, Goals for season 2, and unpack the Netflix Documentary Mark Cavendish: Never Enough. Mark Cavendish is a retired , British, professional cyclist who has many accolades including holding the record for most stage wins at the Tour de France (35), achieved across 15 Tours and 17 years (2008-2024). The documentary pulls the curtain back on how hard the life of a professional athlete can be, provides insight into the mental & physical toll, the impact of a coach, and how those supporting in the journey can feel. It can either inspire you to push for more (Nikki) or feel pretty good about where you're at (Anthony). Which side are you on?

Episode 35: Overcoaching: what it is and why we do it

In this episode, Anthony & Nikki talked about the idea of overcoaching: what it is, where it may come from, how it impacts players, and some ideas to help. This episode rounds out season 1 of the podcast so it includes a moment of pause, reflection, & appreciation as we end the year. Excited to kick off season 2 in 2025!

Episode 34: Coach P and The AD of Mercy High School

In this episode, we catch up with Mercy High School's AD, Nick Gill, & Head Women's Basketball Coach, George Panageotou. Nick & Coach P allow us to ask questions and shine a light on the private high school world. The coaches talk about how recruiting works to get into the school and onto a collegiate institution, why they got into the roles, team culture, mindset.  
 
For more from these coaches, check out their podcast The AD and Coach P found on their socials with Mercy High School. 

Episode 33: Calvert Hall Head Football Coach Josh Ward talks all thing 2024 Turkey Bowl

In this episode, we catch up with Coach Josh Ward, head football coach at Calvert Hall. Not sure our listeners are familiar with this school. Coach Anthony hasn't mentioned it in every podcast to date...we kid.  As you might guess, this episode is a BIG one for Coach Anthony. Listen is as we hear the behind the scenes of what the Turkey Bowl means to the school, traditions the week of, Coach Ward's team culture, and of course how his STATS are coming along with our guy Kev.

Episode 32: Talking technique and mindset with coach & author SaQuan Hicks Defensive Coordinator for Ben Franklin High School

In this episode, we talk with Sa'Quan Hicks. Coach Hicks was the safety's coach at York Central and bet on himself by making the move to defensive coordinator at Ben Franklin High School in Baltimore, MD in the 2024 season. Coach talks with us about how he turned Ben Franklin's defense from 44 points allowed (most in the state) the year prior to 14 points allowed (breaking a school record). 
 
In addition to being a Coach, Sa'Quan is also a personal trainer (specializing in speed and the vertical jump), author of two books (Unveiling the Blueprint of Speed & Jump Science: The Physics and Physiology of Vertical Leap Enhancement both found on Amazon), & writes articles for LinkedIn and sports magazines to help spread the good word of the techniques he's found to prove successful for him in his personal journey.
 
Listen in as we hear Coach Hicks' story to becoming a coach, how he leads his teams to record breaking seasons, and continues to challenge himself off the field. Get ready to be inspired!