WhistlesnWisdom is a podcast dedicated to coaching. Episodes will feature interviews with coaches of various sports, genders, and ages. Our hope is that listeners will pick up something beneficial from the interviews that will help you continue to become a great coach and leader.
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Whistles 'n Wisdom Season 2, Episode 1 -- Mary VandeHoef, Hope Softball
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In this episode, we talk with Hope College Head Softball Coach Mary VandeHoef. Coach VandeHoef became a key fixture on the Central College softball team and was named Most Inspirational multiple time. Her journey after college eventually called her back to the sport she fell in love with. After stints as an assistant coach at Ithaca and Central, sh…
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In Part 2 of our interview, two-time state champion Nate Sanderson discusses meshing as a staff, how he handles team leadership, and the importance of having players who care more about the good of the team than their own individual glory.
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Whistles 'n Wisdom Episode 05 -- Nate Sanderson Part 1
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Coach Sanderson ended the 2017 season by winning his second straight 1A Girls Basketball state championship at Springville. But it hasn't always been a smooth ride in his career. Nate reflects on his early years of trying to bring a winning tradition to a team mired in a 33-game losing streak. He places a strong emphasis on building a team culture …
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Whistles 'n Wisdom Episode 04 - DMACC Women's Basketball Coach Steve Krafcisin
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Coach Krafcisin shares about his incredible journey as an athlete and coach, from being recruited by the top programs as a kid out of Chicago, to playing for Hall of Fame coaches Dean Smith and Lute Olsen. Coach K also shares from his experiences on the staff of Johnny Orr and Tim Floyd, as well as finding his own voice as a head coach.…
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Whistles 'n Wisdom Episode 03 - Wartburg Volleyball Coach Doug Frazell
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Coach Doug Frazell shares how his journey as a volleyball coach unfolded, mistakes he made as a young coach, advice, practice philosophy, and a powerful story about a team buying in.
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Whistles 'n Wisdom Episode 02 - Coach Wares Part 2
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In Part 2 of our interview with Central College Softball Coach George Wares, the 1000+ game winner discusses developing team culture, leadership, and his philsophy of a healthy obsession winning players and teams must have.
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Whistles 'n Wisdom: A Coaching Podcast - Ep. 1 George Wares - Central College - Softball
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In Episode 01, we talk with Central College softball Hall of Fame Coach George Wares. Coach Wares has coached successfully at both the high school (boys' basketball, softball) as well as collegiate level (assistant men's basketball, head softball) in his career. Coach Wares's teams are known for their aggressive play and never-say-die attitude. In …
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