D1 Training: Recent Episodes

Casey Beaman

D1 Training is “The Place for the Athlete.” This podcast will feature training tips and behind-the-scenes stories from the athletes, coaches, and experts that make D1 what it is today.

One Knoxville SC goalkeeper Johan Garibay joins the show to talk about his journey from college soccer to the professional game.

Johan discusses how he positioned himself to make the jump from college athlete to professional in the USL, the mindset and habits that have helped him succeed, and what he's learned along the way. He also talks about moving from Northern California to Knoxville and finding his place in the community, as well as sharing an unforgettable sports memory.

Follow No Playbook on social media @noplaybookpod for more conversations with athletes about recruiting, competition, and the stories behind their journeys.

University of Tennessee freshman soccer player Claire DeCook joins the show to talk about her path to Rocky Top. Claire shares what the recruiting process was like, why Tennessee stood out from the rest, and how she ultimately decided to become a Lady Vol.

She also discusses the team's summer training routine, reveals a surprising hobby from her childhood as a skateboarder, and tells fans what they can expect to see from her on the field this season.

Follow No Playbook on social media @noplaybookpod for more conversations with athletes about recruiting, competition, and the stories behind their journeys.

Former Maryville High School football standout Nash Stinnett joins the show as he prepares for his freshman season at East Tennessee State University.

Nash shares his recruiting experience and talks about the lessons he learned as part of the tradition-rich Maryville High School football program. He also reflects on an unforgettable sports memory and how his experiences at Maryville helped prepare him for the next level.

Plus, we have some fun debating one of East Tennessee's most important topics: the best restaurants in Maryville.

Follow No Playbook on social media @noplaybookpod for more conversations with athletes about recruiting, competition, and the experiences that shaped their journeys.

Full video episodes are available on YouTube.

Maryville High School football standout Wyatt Wilber joins No Playbook just days after committing to the University of Minnesota. Wyatt shares what the recruiting process was really like, why the Golden Gophers felt like the right fit, and the people who helped him reach this milestone.

He also reflects on an unforgettable sports memory, talks about his favorite teacher at Maryville High School, and joins us for a fun conversation about the best restaurants in Maryville.

Follow No Playbook on social media @noplaybookpod for more conversations with athletes about recruiting, competition, and the experiences that shaped their journeys.

Full video episodes are available on YouTube.

865 Alliance WPSL standout Hayven Laurendine joins the podcsat to share her journey from FC Alliance ECNL and Oak Ridge High School to signing with Samford University. Hayven discusses her recruiting experience, what made Samford the right fit, and the factors that helped shape one of the biggest decisions of her soccer career. She also relives an unforgettable memory from her high school days when Oak Ridge knocked off powerhouse Bearden in a match she'll never forget.
Be sure to follow the show on social media @noplaybookpod.

Full video episodes are available on YouTube.

SamfordSoccer #865Alliance #WPSL #FCAlliance #ECNL #OakRidgeHighSchool #OakRidgeTN #BeardenSoccer #CollegeSoccer #SoccerRecruiting #StudentAthlete #recruiting #tssaa

Maryville College forward Brady Hammer joins No Playbook to share his journey from FC Alliance and ECNL soccer to becoming one of East Tennessee's top collegiate players. A standout at Hardin Valley Academy and now a Conference Offensive Player of the Year for the Scots, Brady discusses his recruiting experience, life as a student-athlete, and what it has been like competing for Maryville College and the NPSL's 865 Alliance. He also shares one unforgettable sports memory and lessons he's learned along the way.

Full video episodes are available on the No Playbook Podcast YouTube page. Follow the show on social media.

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Dax Cole (Maryville High School Football) joins the show to talk about his recruiting experience, how he prepares for big games, and the heated local rivalry with Alcoa. He also shares advice for young athletes hoping to be recruited and he shares a bit of wisdom from his coaches that has shaped his playing mentality.

Full video episodes are available on YouTube: Dax Cole (Maryville Football).

Be sure to follow the show on social media @noplaybookpod.

maryvilletn #alcoa #recruiting #highschoolfootball #tssaa

Liv Stott joins the podcast for the second time. Her first appearance focused on her recruiting journey coming out of high school. Now, after gaining experience playing high-level college soccer, Liv returns to talk about her recent experience in the transfer portal. In this episode, she shares why she decided to leave University of Tennessee and continue her career at Xavier University.

Full video episodes are available on YouTube.

KnoxvilleTN #Bearden #XavierSoccer #XavierUniversity #LadyVols #FCAlliance #865Alliance

Caylan Arnold Elliott joins the show to talk all things softball—from her local roots to her global playing career.

A Maryville High School standout, Caylan went on to play at Tennessee before finishing her college career at Florida State. She shares what that journey looked like, including the transition between programs and what she learned along the way.

We also dive into her professional career, where she played internationally in places like Italy and the Netherlands, and how those experiences shaped her perspective on the game and life beyond it.

Now back in the States, Caylan is helping grow the game in a big way—working in administration with the Florida Vibe and coaching locally. We also talk about the excitement surrounding a new Knoxville softball team coming to town and what that means for the future of the sport in East Tennessee.

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In this episode, I talk with Kai Tsakiris, a dynamic new addition to the Tennessee Lady Volunteers soccer roster.

Kai shares her journey from being a standout youth player and ECNL Player of the Year with Slammers FC to competing at the highest level with the Florida Gators soccer. She opens up about her freshman season at Florida, what led her to enter the transfer portal, and why Tennessee felt like the right next step.

We also dive into the work that happens beyond game day, from training habits that elevate her performance to adjusting to life in Knoxville. Plus, Kai gives fans a glimpse of what to expect from the Lady Vols this season, shares a personal story you probably haven’t heard before, and reflects on one unforgettable sports memory.

If you’re a soccer fan, a recruit, or just love real stories from athletes navigating their journey, check it out!

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Full video episodes are available on YouTube.

Jadyn Dehart is a high school football recruit from Hardin Valley Academy in Knoxville. He spent his first year of high school at Alcoa and then two seasons with William Blount. He talks about transferring to Hardin Valley as a senior and how that could affect his recruiting process. He recently decommitted from Georgia Southern and is now weighing other fantastic options.

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Full video episodes are available on YouTube.

alcoa #hardinvalley #knoxville #williamblount #blountcounty #footballrecruiting #recruiting #tssaa #nebraskafootball

Erika Waycaster is the head volleyball coach at Pellissippi State Community College and she joins the show to talk about recruiting, training, and her experience as the school's first head coach.

She shares tips for young athletes hoping to play volleyball at the next level, including red flags coaches look for.

Full video episodes are available on YouTube.

Be sure to follow the show on social media @noplaybookpod.

pellissippistate #juco #volleyball #knoxville

Maggie Krause joins the podcast to talk about her recent commitment to the Tennessee Lady Vols. She talks about her softball experience living in Brazil, Indiana, her recruitment process, and she shares an amazing unforgettable sports memory.

Be sure to follow the show on show on social media @noplaybookpod

ladyvols #tennesseesoftball #sec #vols #brazilindiana

Zack Gibson is the Head Football Coach at South Doyle High School. He joins the show to talk about the hiring process that landed him his first ever head coaching opportunity. He also talks about what fans and players can expect in this new era of Cherokees football.

Full video episodes are available on YouTube.

Be sure to follow the show on social media @noplaybookpod.

southdoyle #southdoylefootball #tssaa #knoxville #powellpanthers

Jacolby Cooper is a standout football player from Alcoa who recently committed to the Vols. Listen as he talks about his decision to pass on scholarships to sign with Tennessee as a PWO. In this interview, he talks about his athletic training, his recruiting experience, and the famous Alcoa/Maryville rivalry.

Full video episodes are available on YouTube.

Be sure to follow the show on social media @noplaybookpod.

alcoa #vols #tennesseevols #tennesseefootball #sec #tssaa

Kenny Cobble is the new head football coach at Maryville High School. He joins the show to talk about what fans and players can expect in this new era of Rebels football. He also shares something that very few people know about him along with an unforgettable sports memory.

Full video episodes are available on YouTube.

Be sure to follow the show on social media @noplaybookpod.

maryvilletn #maryville #maryvillerebels #tssaa #alcoa #highschoolfootball

Blake Howard recently committed to Tennessee out of the transfer portal. He joins the show to talk about why he decided to sign with the Vols, his overall recruiting experience, and he shares an unforgettable sports memory.

Check out full video episodes on YouTube.

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vols #tennesseefootball #tennessee #sec #transferportal #longsnapper

Lailah Green is an outstanding track & field athlete who joins the podcast to talk about her recruiting experience, her athletic training routine, and she shares something that very few people know about her. She also talks about why she chose to sign with Tennessee.

Full video episodes are available on YouTube.

Be sure to follow the show on social media @noplaybookpod.

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Ayva Jordan (Tennessee Soccer) joins the podcast. Listen as she talks about her athletic training, her recruiting experience, and she explains why she chose to sign with the Lady Vols.

Full video episodes of the podcast are available on YouTube.

vols #ladyvols #tennesseesoccer #ayvajordan #knoxville

Addi Gamble is a basketball player from Clinton High School in East Tennessee. She joins the podcast to talk about her recent commitment to Carson Newman. She talks about her main deciding factors, her AAU experience, and she shares an unforgettable sports memory.

Full video episodes are available on YouTube.

Be sure to follow the show on social media @noplaybookpod.

carsonnewman #clintonhighschool #clintontn #aau #recruiting

Avary Stockwell is a softball player from Green Hills High School in Tennessee. She joins the show to talk about her recent commitment to the University of Tennessee. She tells about her recruiting experience, her deciding factors that led her to choosing the Lady Vols, and she shares and unforgettable sports memory.

Full video episodes are available on YouTube.

greenhillshighschool #tssaa #ladyvols #tennesseesoftball #vols

Daniel Kinney is an outstanding kicker for the Kennesaw State Football team. He played his high school football at Bearden High School in Knoxville, TN. Listen as he talks about his recruiting experience, his athletic training, and what young athletes should know.

Full video episodes are available on YouTube.

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Dawson Sweetland joins the podcast to talk about the benefits of JUCO athletics. Out of high school, he decided to sign with Vol State, and he has loved his experience. Listen as Dawson talks about his JUCO decision and his high school experience in Alcoa.

Full video episodes are available on YouTube.

Be sure to follow the podcast on social media @noplaybookpod.

This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collision.

tssaa #volstate #juco #alcoa

Catherine Bowie won the TSSAA State Championship as a freshman golfer, so she joins the show to talk about that experience. She talks about her athletic training off the golf course, and her expectations for recruiting.

Full video episodes are available on YouTube.

Be sure to follow the show on social media @NoPlaybookPodcast

memphis #hutchisonschool #tssaa #golfrecruiting

Kennedy Ball is a standout soccer player from Chattanooga, who plays for the University of Arkansas. She joins the podcast to talk about her recruiting experience from GPS (FC Alliance), her athletic training, and she shares something that very few people know about her.

Be sure to follow the show on TikTok @noplaybookpodcast.

arkansassoccer #fcalliance #ecnl #tssaa #chattanoogagps #chattanooga #arkansas

JB Moore joins the podcast to talk about his baseball recruiting and training. We talk about travel ball as well as a new high school season that will be starting up soon. JB is now playing for Knoxville West High School after spending time with Knoxville Catholic.

Full video episodes of the show are available on YouTube.

This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collision, with locations in Sevier County and Maryville.
Be sure to follow the podcast on social media @noplaybookpod.

knoxvillewest #knoxcatholic #tssaa #travelbaseball #etsu

Jeff Faris is the Head Football Coach at Austin Peay State University. He joins the podcast to talk about what coaches are looking for in their recruiting efforts. We also talk about his football background, personal passions, and eastern NC BBQ.
This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collision.

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austinpeay #knoxville #knoxvillecatholic #austinpeayfootball #recruiting

Braylon Harmon joins the show to talk about his experience as a walk-on with the Vols. He had several offers out of high school, but decided to bet on himself and walk-on at Tennessee. Now, in his second season, he's getting the opportunity to contribute to the special teams and receiving units.
As a product of Knoxville Catholic High School, he's loving his decision.

This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collision.

Full video episodes are available on YouTube.

vols #knoxville #knoxcatholic #tssaa #sec #walkon #tennesseefootball

Nya Burns joins the podcast (for the second time) to talk about her recruiting experience and why she chose to sign with UAB. She also talks about a topic that many athletes often overlook, which is the importance of mental health in sports. Nya is currently a senior at Grace Christian Academy in Knoxville.

Full video episodes are available at: https://youtube.com/@noplaybookpodcast?si=YliygNVZeLcs-Wmp.

Be sure to follow the show on social media @noplaybookpod.

Eli Williams is a standout basketball player at Heritage High School in Blount County, TN. He joins the podcast to talk about his recruiting experience, his athletic training, and we discuss Mexican restaurants in the Maryville area.

Watch full episodes of the podcast on YouTube.

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Sarah Kate Rath (Tennessee Soccer) joins the podcast to talk about her experience in the portal, as a transfer from Cincinnati. She talks about her overall recruiting experience, her soccer training, and she shares an unforgettable sports memory.

Full video episodes are available on YouTube.

Be sure to follow the show on social media @noplaybookpod.

vols #tennesseesoccer #sec #secsoccer #tennesseevols

Elliott Drapeau is the QB for McCallie in Chattanooga. He joins the show to talk about his journey to McCallie from Canada, his recruiting experience, and he shares something that very few people know about him (note: it REALLY surprised me).

Full video interviews are available: https://youtube.com/@noplaybookpodcast?si=wTYSN-IbN021FpBc

Be sure to follow the show on social media @noplaybookpod.

This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collision.

mccallie #chattanooga #tssaa #highschoolfootball #recruiting

Paige Dauer (Full Disclosure Productions) joins the podcast to talk about her experience covering Tennessee athletics. She brings a unique perspective to the show as she's able to share interesting stories from inside the Vols' program.

Be sure to follow the show on social media @noplaybookpod.

Full video episodes are available on YouTube.

This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collision.

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Cate Schnell is a volleyball player at the University of Tennessee and she joins the podcast to talk about her recruiting experience, her athletic training, and she shares an unforgettable sports memory.

Watch full video episodes of the show at: https://youtube.com/@noplaybookpodcast?si=IJMhg1rD5XtYs5Mj

This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collision.

Please follow the show on social media @noplaybookpod.

Vols #TennesseeVolleyball #CateSchnell #SEC

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Guest: Gabriel Osenda (Tennessee Football Commit)

Gabriel Osenda is a football player from Baylor School in Chattanooga, who recently committed to the University of Tennessee. He talks about what it's like being a boarding school student in Tennessee all the way from his home in Canada. We also discuss his recent commitment to the Vols, and his love for anime.

This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collision.

See full video episodes on YouTube at: https://youtube.com/@noplaybookpodcast?si=wNjkllSIqsybMDRo.

Be sure to follow the show on social media @noplaybookpod.

Vols #Chattanooga #BaylorSchool #Tennesseefootball #gabrielosenda

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Kennedy Price is a fantastic soccer player for the Tennessee Vols, and she joins the podcast to talk about the Vols' 2025 season, her recruiting experience, and she shares something that very few people know about her.

Be sure to follow the show on social media @noplaybookpod.

Full video episodes are available here: https://youtube.com/@noplaybookpodcast?si=BO7ntjKMeQXyF3Ki

vols #ladyvols #secsoccer #tennesseesoccer #knoxville #tennesseevols

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Nic Moore joins the podcast to talk about his recruiting experience and his first ever fall camp as a college athlete. He also talks about which players fans should be especially excited to see this season.

Full video episodes can be seen here: https://youtube.com/@noplaybookpodcast?si=BIBCWMsifnayHAvl

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This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collision.

tennesseefootball #vols #sec #tssaa #tennessee

Jacob Crow plays football for Alcoa High School and he just recently committed to Texas Tech. He joins the podcast to talk about his recruiting experience, his football training, and we talk about the famous Maryville/Alcoa rivalry.

This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collision.

Full video episodes are available on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@noplaybookpodcast?si=087Iy_ziKcoXUh0q.

Be sure to follow the podcast on social media @noplaybookpod.

Mariana Diaz Lopez is the head soccer coach for PSCC, and she joins the show to talk about the benefits of JUCO. She has been a part of the program from its inception at Pellissippi State, so she talks about the challenges and big wins she's enjoyed since taking the job.

This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collision.

Watch full video episodes here: https://youtube.com/@noplaybookpodcast?si=DjyR4qWsAmWxLm4_

Be sure to follow the show on social media @noplaybookpod.

pellissippistate #juco #jucosoccer #tssaa #knoxville #pscc

Jamyan Theodore is a lockdown CB prospect from Baylor School in Chattanooga, and he recently committed to play football at the University of Tennessee. Listen as he talks about his recruiting process, his athletic training, and he shares what Vols fans can expect from him once he gets to Knoxville.

Watch full video episodes at: https://youtube.com/@noplaybookpodcast?si=FOHAe7eCymhZ7Hly

This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collision with locations in Maryville and Sevier County.

JP Peace is an outstanding football player at Knoxville West High School, and he recently committed to the University of Tennessee. To call JP a Tennessee legacy would be a bit of an understatement. His father is Vols legend, Robert Peace, and his grandfather is former head coach and Athletics Director, Phillip Fulmer.

He joins the podcast to talk ab, out his recruiting experience, his football training routine, and he shares an unforgettable sports memory.

You can watch full video episodes on my YouTube channel, with past guests including Tony Vitello, Joshua Dobbs, George McIntyre, etc.

Guest: Lucas Nordin (UAB Soccer)

Lucas Nordin joins the show to talk about soccer recruiting, training, and the transfer portal. He grew up playing for FC Alliance and Bearden High School before committing to ETSU's soccer program. After a few years there, he has decided to transfer to UAB.

Check out full video episodes of the No Playbook Podcast on YouTube, and follow the show on social media @noplaybookpod.

This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collision.

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Tyler Myatt has an historically great season with Walter's State this past season, and he's now proudly committed to the Tennessee Vols. He joins the podcast to talk about his recruiting experience, his appreciation for JUCO baseball, and he shares something that very few people know about him.

This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collision.

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Watch full video episodes here: https://youtube.com/@noplaybookpodcast?si=IHzqHfaOr7krOnNf

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Guest: Thomas Manu (Alcoa Football)

Thomas Manu joins the show to talk about the responsibilities that come along with being Alcoa High School's new starting QB. He talks about his training, his teammates, and the fierce rivalry with Maryville.

This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collision.

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Find full video episodes here: https://youtube.com/@noplaybookpodcast?si=-spfhf6GaQsCS2LZ

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One Knox SC is the USL1 club in Knoxville, TN. Before this season, the team didn't have an official song, or anthem. Ben Bannister set out to write a perfect song for the team, its fans, and the whole community...and he did just that!
With the help of Erick Baker and a few of "The Scruffs," they were all able to put together an unforgettable piece. Listen as Ben and Erick join the podcast to talk about the creation of the song, behind-the-scenes stories, and they share an unforgettable sports memory.

This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collision.

Song Credit: "There is Only One" - Written by Ben Bannister and performed by Erick Baker.

Follow the show on social media @noplaybookpod and watch full interviews on YouTube at https://youtube.com/@noplaybookpodcast?si=4-YlKabogELCmVIu.

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Guest: Jayla Blue (Tennessee Soccer)

Jayla Blue joins the podcast to talk about her recruiting experience, her training routine, and she shares something that very few people know about her. I also recently interviewed her sister Nyla, so be sure to go back and check out that episode, if you haven't heard it yet.

This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collision.

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Guest: Allison Hansford (Liberty Soccer)

Allison Hansford is an outstanding soccer play from Athens, TN. She joins the podcast to talk about her recruiting experience, the benefits of playing for FC Alliance, and she shares something that very few people know about her.

This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collision.

You can see full video episodes of the show on YouTube at: https://youtube.com/@noplaybookpodcast?si=sHG8Cln0Ic3nkI-I

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Guest: Will Jones (Maryville High School Football)

Will Jones joins the podcast to talk share his incredible experience as Maryville High School's QB. He got significant playing time as a 9th grader, which in Maryville, means he was playing while not even a student at MHS. He had to get a hardship driver's license just to be able to make it to practice as 9th graders attend the junior high school in Maryville. Will made it work and then some. He's a player that goes above and beyond to give his team an advantage, and we get to learn all about what makes him tick in this interview.

This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collision.

Be sure to follow the podcast on social media @noplaybookpod and you can watch full episodes on YouTube at: https://youtube.com/@noplaybookpodcast?si=pXw8TLghZ0EiTLJ_.

Guest: Cameron Schneider (865 Alliance)

It's another KNOXVILLE SOCCER SPOTLIGHT!! Cameron Scheider joins the show to talk about his experience as a professional soccer player, and how he got there. He's now back in Knoxville coaching for FC Alliance, and he will be playing this summer for 865 Alliance.

This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collision.

Be sure to follow the show on social media @noplaybookpod and watch full video episodes at: https://youtube.com/@noplaybookpodcast?si=b_tw0t0wzt-RA-LK

Guest: Brennon Seigler (Tennessee Baseball)

Brennon Seigler joins the podcast to talk about what it's like being a local Knoxville guy playing for the Vols. He talks about the team's training schedule, his recruiting experience, and of course - his many high school state championships at Farragut.

This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collision.

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You can watch full video episodes on YouTube here: https://youtube.com/@noplaybookpodcast?si=5TG96RjA7Hkf5VmH

Guest: Luciana Latino (Tennessee Soccer)

It's another KNOXVILLE SOCCER SPOTLIGHT episode, this time featuring Lady Vols standout player, Luch Latino. She joins the show to talk about her recruiting experience, her soccer training, and what it was like transferring from Penn State.

This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collision.

Be sure to follow the show on social media @noplaybookpod and watch full interviews on YouTube at: https://youtube.com/@noplaybookpodcast?si=3NmcJflzOdBKUCxc

Guest: Clay Fultz (Webb Football)

Clay Fultz is an outstanding Kicker for the Webb High School Football team. He joins the show to talk about his recruiting experience so far, as he's already gotten offers from several division 1 programs. He discusses the importance of staying focused before a big kick, his training routine, and his personal battle with epilepsy.

This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collision.

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Guest: Josh Gray (FC Alliance)

Coach Josh Gray joins the show to kickoff the monthly soccer spotlight this show will feature for East Tennessee. We talk about the club options for kids and he helps explain the difference between the different amateur leagues. Whether it's 865 Alliance, One Knox SC, Chattanooga FC, or Chattanooga Red Wolves, we cover it in this interview.

This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collision.

Be sure to follow the show on social media @noplaybookpod, and find full video episodes here: https://youtube.com/@noplaybookpodcast?si=7pWm3uF6bUyVj_qh.

Guest: Gabriel Jones (Tennessee Vols Mascot, SMOKEY)

As a lifelong Tennessee fan, I can honestly say this is one of the most fascinating interviews I've had on the show. Gabriel Jones, who once wore the iconic Smokey costume, joins us to give a behind-the-scenes look at life as the beloved Vols mascot. From game day dance routines to hectic schedules and unforgettable moments, Gabriel shares what it’s really like to bring Smokey to life.

This episode is brought to you by Stinnett Collision.

Be sure to follow the show on TikTok and Instagram @noplaybookpod.

Check out the video episode here: https://youtube.com/@noplaybookpodcast?si=y2m5picvKSZ5ts67

Guest: Taylor Wilson (South Doyle Soccer)

South Doyle's soccer team earned the school its first ever state championship in 2024. Today's guest is one of the integral players from that team, Taylor Wilson. Taylor joins me to talk about that improbable championship run, his recruiting experience, and he shares something that very few people know about him.

This interview is the first in what will become a regular Knoxville Soccer Spotlight episode on the podcast. At least once a month, I plan to feature outstanding soccer players and coaches from East TN, shining a light on not only their experience, but also some of the inside news from the area.

This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collision.

Be sure to follow the show on social media, and you can find full video episodes on the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/@noplaybookpodcast?si=aoOCj6YlQDR5Nkak - PLEASE SUBSCRIBE!!

Guest: Ruby Hill (Atomic Rowing/Hardin Valley Academy)

Ruby joins me as my second rower on the podcast to talk about her recent commitment to the University of Oklahoma. She explains a bit about the sport of rowing, and tells the story of how she found a passion for it in middle school.

This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collision.

See full YouTube videos of each episode of the podcast here: https://youtube.com/@noplaybookpodcast?si=Hu87CbM3Oe0nQ2k8

Please check out the show on TikTok and Instagram @noplaybookpod.

Guest: Bryson Daugherty (Lenoir City Football)

Byson Daugherty joins the show to share his inspiring recruiting story. An ill-timed bout with pneumonia affected Bryson's football recruiting plans. Still, he remained focused and put in the work to earn an offer from Cason Newman. He talks about his recruiting experience, his extra training, and he shares something that very few people know about him.

This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collision, with locations in Maryville and Sevier County.

Be sure to follow the show on TikTok and Instagram @noplaybook pod.

Video episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OLrcD0T-qZc

Guest: Andie Marie Jones (Tennessee Cross-Country)

On every episode, I ask the guests to share an unforgettable sports memory. Andie Marie Jones' story in this episode might be the best I've heard.

Listen as she talks about her recruiting experience as an athlete from Maryville High School, her training routine, and she shares something that very few people know about her.

This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collision, with locations in Maryville and Sevier County.

Be sure to follow the show on TikTok and Instagram @noplaybookpod.

Guest: Ben Fox (Maryville College Head Football Coach)

Coach Fox joins me on the show to talk about his recent success at Maryville College, and how he approaches recruiting. He shares some great insights for anyone interested in playing college football at this level. It's an interesting conversation, for sure, and I highly encourage you to listen to the full interview. This is a guy who truly cares about his players and their futures beyond football.

This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collision.

Be sure to follow the show on TikTok and Instagram @noplaybookpod. Full video episodes are available on YouTube, as well.

Guest: Jayson Gainey (Knoxville Catholic Basketball)

Jayson Gainey joins me on the show to talk about his professional goal of being a college coach one day, Knox Catholic's current season, and he shares some of his fashion tips. Jayson is the brother of Tennessee Vols basketball player, Jordan Gainey, and son of Tennessee assistant coach, Justin Gainey.

This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collision.

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Guest: Ajabeon Stinson (Grace Christian Academy Football)

I almost NEVER feature 8th grade athletes on the podcast, but today's guest is just too talented to ignore Ajabeon Stinson is an 8th grader who was invited to play up for his high school team at Grace Christian Academy this past season. Not only did he play for the high school team, but he was a real difference maker. He was featured on ESPN's Sportscenter NEXT as someone to watch in the coming years. This happened after Ajabeon posted a video of running back a kickoff for a touchdown and ESPN picked up the story.
He joins the podcast to talk about that viral story, his training methods, and he shares an unforgettable sports memory.

This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collision.

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Guest: Fisher Green (Halls High School Baseball)

Fisher Green is a freshman at Halls High School and already listed as the top baseball prospect for his graduating class. He joins the show to talk about his experience with the Atlanta Braves organization, and his strategy for approaching recruitment.
This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collision.

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Guest: Nyla Blue (Tennessee Soccer)

Nyla Blue is an outstanding soccer player with the Tennessee Vols. She joins the show to talk about her amazing high school career at Bearden High School, her recruiting experience, and she shares which teammate she'd call in the event of a crisis.

This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collision. If you're in need of automotive repair, give them a call!

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Guest: Savannah Rivera (Tennessee Cross-Country)

Savannah Rivera is a member of Tennessee's Cross-Country team. She's also a native Knoxvillian, so she has a unique perspective on the recruiting process for East Tennessee locals that hope to one day compete in athletics for their hometown Vols. Listen as she talks about her recruiting process, her athletic training, and she shares one thing that very few people know about her.

This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collision.

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Guest: Mac McCord (Maryville High School Baseball)

I always love having Maryville High School athletes on the show, and today's guest is a fantastic one from their baseball team. Mac McCord joins the show to talk about his recent commitment to Roane State, his extra training, and he shares something that very few people know about him.

This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collision, with locations in Maryville and Sevier County.

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Guest: Daniel Iverson (Down to the Wire - Sports Show)

Daniel Iverson is a college freshman who recently put together a show called Down to the Wire. On his show, he highlights the best athletes from Knoxville Catholic High School, and the University of Tennessee. We've interviewed a few of the same players, so I wanted to have him on the podcast to talk about his ambitions for the show. He also helps with the sports broadcasts for FOX Sports Radio in Knoxville, TN.

This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collision.

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Guest: Sarah Schmitt (Tennessee Track)

Sarah Schmitt is a fantastic pole vaulter at the University of Tennessee. Listen as she talks about discovering and excelling at the pole vault. She also talks about her recruiting experience, and she shares an unforgettable sports memory.

This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collision.

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Guest: Avery Jameson (Basketball Trainer)

Few people have the kind of passion and enthusiasm that today's guest brings to the show. Avery Jameson is a young basketball coach/trainer in East TN, and his dedication to helping young players is nothing short of inspiring. Listen as he talks about some of the up-and-coming talent in our area, and he shares a few remarkable stories from a coach's perspective.

This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collison, with locations in Maryville and Sevier County.

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Guest: Madi Bowlin (Bearden and FC Alliance Soccer)

Madi Bowlin is a standout soccer player for FC Alliance and Bearden High School. She joins the show to talk about her impressive work ethic, her upcoming recruiting process, and she brags about her Mamaw's cooking.

This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collision and Loco Burro Tex Mex Kitchen.

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Guest: Ariel Antigua (Tennessee Baseball)

Ariel Antigua was an integral part of the 2024 National Championship for the Tennessee Volunteers Baseball Team. He joins the show to talk about that experience, how he ended up at UT, and he talks about going viral at the age of 5 years old. It was an experience that landed him on the Jimmy Kimmel show.

This episode is sponsored by Stinnet Collision and Loco Burro Tex Mex Kitchen.

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Guest: Maci Brede (UCF Commit - Rowing)

Admittedly, I knew almost nothing about the world of rowing before speaking with Maci Brede. She's a student at Webb School in Knoxville, and she rows for a team in Oak Ridge. Maci has recently committed to the University of Central Florida to continue her career as a rower in college. Listen as she talks about how she discovered the sport and made some lifelong memories in just a couple of years as a rower.

This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collision and Loco Burro Tex Mex Kitchen and Tequila Bar at West Town Mall.

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Guest: Elsa Morrison (Farragut Softball / Lady Vols Commit)

Elsa Morrison joins the podcast to talk about her recent commitment to Tennesse. She talks about her experience on the USA National Team, her 18u Bombers team's National Championship, and since we recorded this the day after Thanksgiving, we talk about the holidays.

This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collision and Loco Burro Tex-Mex Kitchen and Tequila Bar at West Town Mall.

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Guest: Jackson Lampley (Tennessee Football)

Jackson Lampley joins the show just hours after learning Tennessee's fate for the College Football Playoff. We talk about the team's upcoming matchup with Ohio State, his recruiting experience, and he shares a story from the 2022 victory over Alabama.

This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collision and Loco Burro Tex-Mex Kitchen and Tequila Bar at West Town Mall.

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Guest: Mary Mac Emery (Webb Soccer/FC Alliance)

Mary Mac Emery was recently named 1st Team All-Conference for the Ohio Valley ECNL Soccer League. She joins me today to talk about her ECNL experience with FC Alliance, and this past season with Webb. She also shares an unforgettable sports memory, and one thing that very few people know about her.

This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collision and Loco Burro Tex Mex Kitchen.

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Guest: Max Gilbert (Tennessee Football)

Max joins the podcast to talk about Tennessee's place in the upcoming College Football Playoff, his recruiting experience, and he shares one thing that very few people know about him.

This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collision and Loco Burro Tex Mex Cantina and Tequila Bar.

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Guest: Jonah Mitchell (South Doyle Soccer)

Jonah Mitchell joins the show to talk his recruiting experience, South Doyle's recent State Championship, and he shares something that very few people know about him.

This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collision and Loco Burro Tex Mex Cantina at West Town Mall.

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Guest: Tory Beaufort (Bearden Football)

Tory joins the podcast to talk about his recruiting experience, his current TSSAA playoff run with Bearden High School, and he shares an unforgettable sports memory.

This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collision and Loco Burro Tex Mex Cantina.

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Guest: Maliyah Glasper (Gatlinburg-Pittman Basketball)

Maliyah Glasper is a fantastic basketball player at Gatlinburg-Pittman High School, and she joins the show to talk about her recruiting experience and what it's like living in a tourist destination.
This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collision, with locations in Sevierville and Maryville - and Puckers Sports Grill. Puckers burned down in 2022 and is finally reopening Friday, November 1st in Gatlinburg, TN.

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Guest: Mac Midgley (Lady Vols Soccer)

Mac Midgley is an absolute difference-maker for the Tennessee Soccer team. I've wanted to have her on the podcast for quite a while now, and she absolutely didn't disappoint. Listen as we talk about her recruiting experience, her current season with the Lady Vols, and she shares one thing very few people know about her.

This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collision and Loco Burro Tex Mex Cantina.

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Guest: Avery Strickland (Lady Vols Basketball)

Avery "Ace" Strickland is a bit of a local hero in the Knoxville women's basketball community. She was a stand-out player for Farragut High School, and now she's a difference-maker on the court for the Lady Vols.
Listen as she joins the podcast to talk about the new direction of the program, her NIL experiences, and she shares something that very few people know about her.

This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collision and is supported by The Kennedy and Cafe 4.

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Guest: Connor Ruth (Tennessee State University Football)

Connor Ruth joins the podcast today to talk about his recruiting experience to Tennessee State University. He also talks about his unforgettable sports memories, and he shares something that very few people know about him. Connor recently played at Knoxville Catholic High School.

This episode is Sponsored by Loco Burro Tex Mex Cantina and Tequila Bar AND Stinnett Collision.

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Guest: Aliza Mannon (FC Alliance & West High School Soccer)

Today's guest is actually my first ever from West High School. Listen as Aliza Mannon joins the show to talk about moving states in the middle of her 11th grade year, her recruiting experience, and she shares one unforgettable sports memory.

This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collision and Loco Burro Tex Mex Cantina and Tequila Bar.

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Guest: Mack Bartholomew (Knoxville Catholic Football)

Joining me on the podcast today is an outstanding football player from Knoxville Catholic High School. Mack Bartholomew just recently transferred schools, so we talk about that experience, his strategy on approaching college recruiting, and he shares one unforgettable sports memory.

This episode is sponsored by Stinnett Collision and Loco Burro Tex Mex Cantina and Tequila Bar (West Town Mall).

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Guest: Iverson Garcia (Powell Football)

Iverson Garcia joins me on the podcast today from Powell High School. I got to see him cook this summer at a skills challenge at Dick's House of Sport, and he absolutely went off! Listen as we talk about his recruiting journey, the Powell Panthers current season, and he shares one unforgettable football memory.

This show is sponsored by Loco Burro Tex Mex Cantina and Tequila Bar (West Town Mall, and Stinnett Collision-with locations in Maryville and Sevierville.

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Guest: Nolan White (Maryville High School Football)

Nolan White joins me to talk about getting Maryville High School back-on-track as one of the elite football programs in the state. He also talks a little about his recruiting experience, and his passion for cooking.
This episode is sponsored by D1 Training. D1 has a new facility in Blount County.

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Guest: Kendall Murphy (Bearden Basketball)

Joining me on the show today is an outstanding basketball player from Bearden High School. This is actually the second time I've had a sibling of a previous guest on the podcast. Kendall's sister is South Carolina soccer player, Brinley Murphy, who was one of my first episodes on this show.
Kendall talks about her recruiting experience, her summer training, and she shares one unforgettable sports memory.

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Guest: Weston Edmondson (Grace Christian Academy Football)

Weston Edmondson joins me for a really fun chat about his recruiting experience, his football training, and we talk a lot about movies. Coming into this interview, I wasn't expecting a conversation about which Godfather movie is the best, but I sure enjoyed it!

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Guest: Keaton Gilbreath (Bearden Football)

High School football officially kicks off this week in East TN! Joining me on the podcast today is a guy that will be mentioned a lot in the TV broadcast for the Kickoff Classic, as Knoxville West heads to Bearden High School.
Keaton Gilbreath is an outstanding player who joins the show to talk about this season for Bearden, his recruiting experience, and we even talk about fantasy football.

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Guest: Johannus Monday (Tennis)

Johannus Monday joins the show today as a guy who just ended his tennis career as the #1 college player in the country! It really was a pleasure getting to speak with Johannus about his career at Tennessee, his journey from England to Knoxville, and we talk a bit about his new life as a pro. I particularly enjoyed hearing him talk about his time at Wimbledon last summer.

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Guest: Davis Nyitrai (William Blount Baseball)

Today's guest is an outstanding baseball player from William Blount High School in Maryville, TN. Davis Nytrai joins the show to talk about his recruiting experience, his offseason training, and we talk about Mexican food in Blount County.
Which spot is your favorite? Let me know at @noplaybookpod.

This episode is sponsored by D1 Training, who has a new facility in Blount County. D1 is THE PLACE FOR THE ATHLETE.
It's also brought to you by Fort Sanders Health & Fitness Center.

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Guest: Ally Zazzara (Tennessee Soccer)

Ally Zazzara was named National Player of the Week during the playoffs last season. It was a great way to close out the '23 season at Tennessee, so she's coming in this season with some high hopes for her Lady Vols. Listen as we talk about her recruiting experience, her summer training, and we blow through a quick speed round with questions about her teammates.

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Guest: Josh Turbyville (Tennessee Football)

If you're a Tennessee Football fan, this really is a fun interview! Listen as Josh Turbyville talks about the team's summer training schedule, his recruiting process, and the importance of mental toughness as a kicker in the SEC.

This episode is brought to you by D1 Training and Fort Sanders Health & Fitness Center.

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Guest: Kayky Mota

Kayky Mota is a former Tennessee Vols Swimmer, who will be competing in the Olympics this summer in Paris. Kayky will be swimming for his native Brazil, while plenty of folks in the East Tennessee region will be supporting his journey. Kayky joins the podcast to talk about his journey from Brazil to Tennessee, how he trains for the Olympics, and what it's like teaching swim lessons at Fort Sanders Health & Fitness Center.

This episode is sponsored by Fort Sanders Health & Fitness Center, and D1 Training.

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Guest: Julia Burroughs (Tennessee Swimming)

Joining me on the show today is another member of the Tennessee Swimming team. Julia Burroughs joins me to talk about her recruiting process, what training is like for an SEC swimmer, and she shares something that very few people know about her.
Julia attended Maryville High School, and is still a big part of the swimming community in Blount County. If you're from that area, and interested in being a division one athlete (like her), check out the new D1 Training facility in Blount County. It's in Louisville, TN, and just recently opened officially.

This episode is also sponsored by Fort Sanders Health & Fitness Center. Aquatics athletes would love the FSHFC facility, because they have indoor and outdoor swimming opportunities.

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Guest: Jazmyne Blackwell (Alcoa Track/Cheerleading)

My guest today is an outstanding track athlete at Alcoa High School. Jazmyne Blackwell is already receiving a lot of offers from the next level, and she's just a rising sophomore. Listen as she talks about her approach to the recruiting process, her pre-game routine, and she shares something very few people know about her.

This episode is sponsored by D1 Training, who now has a new facility in Blount County.

It's also sponsored by Fort Sanders Health and Fitness Center.

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Guest: Jeriah Griffin (Elizabethton Football/Baseball)

Today's guest is an outstanding athlete from Elizabethton TN. Jeriah Griffin joins the show to talk about his football recruiting, his offseason training, and how he hates BACON. He also shares his most memorable sports stories as an athlete and as a spectator.

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Guest: Hana Suzuki (East Hamilton Volleyball / K2)

Hana Suzuki joins me on the show today. She's an outstanding volleyball player from Chattanooga, who plays for East Hamilton and K2 Volleyball. We talk about her approach to recruiting, as she prepares for an eventual college career. She also shares something that very few people know about her, and her favorite sports memories.

This episode is sponsored by D1 Training. There is a D1 Training in Chattanooga that can help athletes of all ages and skill levels. They actually work a lot with volleyball players to help them improve on the necessary skills that can take a player to the next level. Hana actually trains at the D1 in Blount County, as a part of her work with K2.

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Guest: Coach Rusty Wright (Chattanooga Mocs Head Coach)

Coach Rusty Wright joins me to talk about UTC's team for this upcoming fall, the changing landscape of college football, and he even gives out a few superlatives to past and current players.

Current UTC Offensive Lineman Dave Monnot will be joining VFL Kevin Simon for a football clinic specifically for Offensive and Defensive Linemen. It's scheduled for Saturday, 6/29 at D1 Chattanooga. Follow @d1chattanooga on social media for more info on how to register.

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Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs (Kane) hosts a Night of Champions every year to celebrate the TN state champions from Knox County. For the third time, he has invited me to come interview athletes for the podcast.
Listen as I speak with Softball players from Gibbs High School, a Basketball player from Knox Catholic High School, and a soccer player from South Doyle.

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Guest: Nathan Eisfelder (Tennessee Baseball Committ)

Nate Eisfelder plays baseball in the Tennessee Tri-Cities for Providence Academy, but has already committed to play for the Tennessee Vols in college. He joins the podcast to talk about his recruiting experience, his favorite sports memories, and what it was like moving to TN from California during Covid.

This episode is sponsored by D1 Training. Be sure to check out the new facility in Johnson City, TN.

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On3 Elite hosted an event in Nashville this week with 50 of the nation's top football recruits for the 2025 class. Listen as I interview a lot of the kids at the event about their recruiting process, their training routines, and we talk a lot about Madden.

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Here's the order players on this episode:
Tavien St. Claire
Will Black
JaDon Blair
Jamie Ffrench
Trey McNutt
Tavion Wallace
Devin Sanchez
Chad Woodford
Harlem Berry
Michael Terry
Bryce Baker
Matt Zollers
George MacIntyre
Kaliq Lockett
Julian Lewis
Deuce Knight
Vernell Brown III
CJ Wiley
Duke Johnson
Travis Smith
DJ Lee
Isaiah Gibson
Madden Iamaleava
Akili Smith Jr.
James Simon
Na'eem Offord

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Guest: Griffin Hadley (Tennessee Swimming)

Swimming is a collegiate sport that doesn't get as much media coverage as "the big three," but it absolutely should! Griffin Hadley joins the podcast to talk about his training routine as an SEC Swimmer, his recruiting experience, and what he calls HIS Roman Empire.

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Guest: Caleb Cross (Catawba College Baseball)

Today I'm joined by a very impressive young man, Caleb Cross. Caleb grew up in the Tri-Cities (TN) area and graduated from Providence Academy. He joins the podcast to talk about his recruiting experience to Catawba College, how he helped bring FCA to Providence, and we talk a lot about baseball movies. He even credits The Sandlot for his decision to pursue baseball.

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Guest: Isabella Alley (Farragut Soccer - FC Alliance)

Isabella Alley is a stand-out soccer player for Farragut High School, who has already committed to Northern Arizona University. She joins the podcast to talk about her ECNL experience with FC Alliance, and how that helped provide her with opportunities to get noticed by college coaches.
She's committed to Northern Arizona University, so she talks about that recruiting experience, and what it will be like to play so far away from home.

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Guest: Jayden Neal (Knox Catholic Football)

Jayden Neal is an outstanding QB from Knoxville Catholic High School. He joins the podcast to talk about recently breaking a Tennessee state record for completion percentage. What's even better is that Jayden did this on a broken foot!
He talks about his recruiting experience, his favorite sports memory, and he shares on thing that very few people know about his.

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Guest: Baylor Necessary (Science Hill Football)

Baylor Necessary is an outstanding football player at Science Hill High School in Johnson City, TN. He joins the podcast to talk about his favorite sports memories, his favorite restaurants in the Tri-Cities, and his recent recruiting experiences.

This episode is sponsored by D1 Training, who has a new facility in Johnson City. D1 Tri-Cities opened just last week, and they've got a big Grand Opening event scheduled for May 11th. Follow them on social @d1tricities to learn all about that event.

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Guest: Cade Batchelor (Maryville High School Baseball)

Cade Batchelor is an outstanding baseball player from Maryville High School who has committed to play at Belmont. He joins the podcast to talk about this season with the Rebels, his recruiting experience, and his favorite sports memories.

This episode is sponsored by D1 Training, who is opening a new facility in Blount County VERY soon. Follow @d1_blount on social media to learn more about their upcoming Grand Opening Event. You can also learn about the Founders Rate, which is just available for a limited time.

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It's officially NFL Draft Week, and I'm here for it!
I’ve got a very different episode today. For many years, I co-hosted an NFL Draft show with an old friend, Richard Lawson. So, now that it’s officially Draft week we thought we’d get the band back together and do a quick episode.

Mock drafts are so much fun to do, so for this episode, Richard and I just blow through a quick first round mock for the 2024 NFL Draft.

If it’s your first time hearing this show – most episodes feature interviews with outstanding athletes, coaches, and experts from the sports community in East TN. Past episodes include Tony Vitello, Joshua Dobbs, Monica Abbott, Squirrel White, Seattle Seahawk Mclendon Curtis, Eli Owens (Michigan football commit), etc.

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Guest: Ally Brown (Tennessee Lady Vols Soccer)

Ally Brown is an outstanding soccer player for the Tennessee Lady Vols who plans to step into a real leadership role this season. She joins the podcast to talk about her recruiting experience to UT, her expectations for upcoming fall season, and she gives out some superlatives to current teammates.

Ally Brown and Mac Midgley will be running a soccer clinic Friday, May 10th at D1 Training Chattanooga. The clinic will be alongside coaches from the Chattanooga Red Wolves Academy, and Soccer Shots Chattanooga. Visit this link to learn more: Kickin' It With Lady Vols (ticketspice.com)

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Guest: Ella Murphy (Hardin Valley Academy Wrestling)

Today's guest is an absolute rockstar in the world of women's wrestling. She's a four-time state champion in Tennessee, and hopes to one day be an Olympian.
Listen as Ella joins the podcast to talk about her favorite matches, her recruiting experience to Oklahoma City University, and she talks about her plans to one day live in a hippy hut.

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Guest: Hal Niendorff (Webb Football)

My guest today is an outstanding football player from Webb School in Knoxville. He talks about his recruiting experience so far, and what all he's doing to put himself in the best position to get even more offers. He also talks about an unforgettable experience against his high school fotball rival, Christian Academy of Knoxville (CAK).

This episode is sponsored by D1 Training and Ben Cash Photography.

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Guest: Kiernan Stamey (Maryville High School / K2 Volleyball)

As I've mentioned before, I'm a graduate of Maryville High School, so anytime I get to have one of their athletes on the show, I'm really excited! Kiernan is a senior at Maryville who has already committed to play volleyball at Keenesaw State. She's an outstanding player who has been a big part of the K2 Volleyball program over the past few years. She joins the show to talk about her recruiting process, her team's current season, and we try to identify the best mexican food in Blount County.

D1 Training Blount County is about to open, and the limited FOUNDERS RATE has just gone live. Follow @d1blount to learn more about that opportunity.

This episode is sponsored by D1 Training and Ben Cash Photography.

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Guest: Andy Sullins (Virginia Tech Soccer)

Andy Sullins is an outstanding soccer player from Athens, TN. He played club soccer for FC Alliance locally, and eventually moved on to join the Atlanta United System. Listen as he talks about transferring from Virginia to Virginia Tech after his freshman season, and he tells the story of his first goal in the USL Championship League.
Goal celebrations are big in soccer, so of course, we talk about his go-to moves, and the dangers of an ill-timed knee slide.

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Guest: Allison Joines (William Blount High School Lacrosse)

Lacrosse is an up-and-coming sport in the southeast, and today's guest is one of the stand-out players from East TN. Allison Joines is a junior at William Blount High School, who has already scored over 100 goals in her short high school career. She joins the podcast to talk about lacrosse in the area, her recruiting experience, and we try to identify the best Mexican food in OUR hometown of Maryville, TN.

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Guest: Hannah Frye (Dobyns-Bennett Softball and Basketball)

Today's guest is an outstanding athlete from the Tri-Cities in Tennessee. Hannah Frye is a softball player from Dobyns-Bennett who recently committed to Gardner Webb University. She also plays basketball, and she shares the dramatic story of how she scored her 1,000th point this season. Listen as we talk about recruiting, training, and great food spots in the Tri-Cities.

This episode is sponsored by D1 Training and Ben Cash Photography.
If you don't follow @d1tricities, do that NOW! The D1 Training facility in Johnson City will be opening soon.

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Guest: Ellie Williamson

Ellie Williamson is a talented young aspiring sports reporter in East TN. She has interviewed so many big-name coaches and athletes in her short career, but is just getting started! She also produces content for The Players' Lounge, which puts out phenomenal content for any sports fan of either the Tennessee Volunteers or the Georgia Bulldogs. Listen as Ellie talks about how she's gotten her career started. She's a great example of why tenacity is so important for young professionals with a dream.

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Guests: ETBCA East Tennessee Baseball Coaches Association - Players and Coaches from East TN.

If it's your first time checking out the podcast, please go back and check out future episodes. I typically interview athletes from the area about their training habits, recruiting experience, and personal hobbies. Past guests include NFL players, UT coaches, stellar high school athletes, etc.

For today's episode, you'll hear interviews with players and coaches from the ETBCA Media Day that was hosted by Dick's House of Sport in Knoxville. Below, you'll find the full list of interviewees in-order. Discussions range from weight-lifting plans to which teammate could most easily talk their way out of a speeding ticket.

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Interviews:
Brock Evans - Pellissippi State
Hudson Lutterman - Knoxville Catholic
Brady Scott - Sevier County
Christian Hoffman - Sevier County
Brooks Wright - Bearden
Riley Mahan - Bearden
Austin East Coach
Andrew Hill - Knox Central
Miles Johnson - Knox Central
Jason Lambert - Loudon
Aaron Simmons - Lenoir City
Caleb Emert - Powell
Ryan Satterfield - Powell
Lucas Mays - Powell
Isaiah Slavin - Clinton
Harrison - Clinton
Isaac Hunter - Knoxville West
Mason Dugan - Knoxville West
Griffin Saunders - Webb
Blake Carter - Webb
Robbie Bennett - Heritage
Tyler Adsit - Heritage
Aiden Smith - Heritage
Brody Trawick - Pigeon Forge
Travin Meyers - Pigeon Forge
Hayden Mills - Gibbs
Talan Owens - Gibbs
Drew Patterson - Karns
Maddox Meyers - Fulton
Travis Ballinger - Fulton
Jude Dixon - Carter
Clayton Cummings - Carter

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Guest: Eli Evans (Farragut/ETSU Baseball)

Eli Evans plays baseball for Farragut High School. He's been a huge part of their past two state championships, and he's already committed to play for East Tennessee State University next year. He joins me on the podcast to talk about Farragut's upcoming season, his experience in recruiting, and we try to identify the start of the Bleach-Blonde tradition with FHS Baseball.

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Guest: Grant Hurst (Tennessee Basketball)

Grant Hurst is a Tennessee basketball player with dreams of one day being a big-time college basketball coach. He played High School ball at Cleveland High School, and then received a scholarship to play at UT-Martin. After two seasons with Martin, he decided to walk-on at Tennessee to learn more about how an SEC program is run. He's making the most of his opportunity on Rocky Top, and he made for a very interesting interview.

Listen as Grant talks with me about this season at UT, his recruiting experience, and what it was like watching his dad catch Alabama's missed field goal in Neyland Stadium in 2022.

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Guest: Chloe Heath (Heritage High School Basketball)

Chloe Heath is a stellar basketball player from Maryville, TN. She's an absolute highlight reel on the court, and she joins the show today to talk about her season so far at Heritage High School. We also talk about her recruiting process, her training regimen, and her obsession with sneakers.

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Guest: Hunter Ensley (Tennessee Vols Baseball)

College Baseball season starts in a couple weeks, and I'm really excited! Hunter Ensley is an outstanding player for the Tennessee Vols, so it was a pleasure having him on the podcast. If you're a fan of the team, be sure to check out recent episodes with Blake Burke and Coach Tony Vitello.
Hunter joins me today to talk about his experience in Omaha last summer for the College World Series. We also talk about his recruiting experience, and he tells which players on the team make him laugh the hardest.

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Guest: Charlie McHugh (Dobyns Bennett Basketball)

Dobyns Bennett won the Tennessee State Basketball Championship in 2022, and Charlie McHugh was a sophomore on that team. He joins the podcast today to talk about that experience, his recruiting process, and we even talk about our favorite sports podcasts.

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Guest: Carson Lawrence (McCallie Football)

Carson Lawrence is a stellar football player for McCallie in Chattanooga. He joins the podcast to talk about his recruiting process, his training schedule, and he shares something that very few people know about him.

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Guest: Callie Tucker (Tennessee Track and Cross Country)

The Tennessee Cross Country team was projected to finish 6th in the region last year, but surprised many when they ended the season ranked 6th IN THE COUNTRY. Today's guest was a big part of that result. Her name is Callie Tucker and she's actually a local girl, as she went to high school at Knoxville Catholic.

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Guest: Eli Graf (Alcoa High School Football and Basketball)

Eli Graf is an outstanding athlete from Alcoa High School who was recently named PLAYER OF THE YEAR in his hometown. This past season at Alcoa, he played just about every position on the field...save for the OL and DL. It's a great chat, and I highly recommend that you listen to the whole thing.

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Guest: Jada Edwards (Maryville High School Basketball - Freed Hardeman Commit)

Jada Edwards is an outstanding basketball player for the Maryville Rebels, and she recently committed to Freed-Hardeman for her college career. She joins me on the podcast to talk about her recruiting process, the rivalry with Alcoa, and her love for all things Disney.

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Guest: Mary Oakley Robertson (ETSU Track)

Joining me on the podcast today is Mary Oakley Robertson, an outstanding track athlete from East Tennessee State University. She ran in high school at Knoxville Catholic.
We talk about her recruiting process, her training plan as a college track athlete, and since we recorded the day after Christmas, we discuss New Year's Resolutions.

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Guest: Joe Mccord (Alcoa Football)

Joe Mccord is an outstanding football player at Alcoa High School, and he's committed to play at Yale in the fall of '24. Very interesting chat! Get into it.

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Guest: Jackson Ross (Tennessee Football)

If you’re a Tennessee football fan, I’ve had several current players on this show. Jabari Small, Jacob Warren, Squirrel White, just to name a few…but today, I’ve got one of the most interesting guys on the team joining me on the podcast.

Jackson Ross is Tennessee’s punter – first Freshman All SEC punter since Dustin Colquitt. Jackson spent the past few years as a professional athlete in Australia playing Australian rules football (footy).

We talk about the cultural differences he’s seen since coming to Tennessee, we talk about the specific differences in his style of punting compared to traditional specialists we’ve seen recently, and we talk about how the team is preparing for the upcoming Citrus Bowl game against Iowa.

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Guest: Taylor Hoag (Maryville High School - Longwood University)

Taylor Hoag is an outstanding soccer player for Maryville High School, and she has committed to play at Longwood University starting next season. We talk about her experience with club soccer for FC Alliance, her senior season at Maryville, and her head coach's unique vocabulary.

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Guest: Brady Lawson - Science Hill High School Basketball

Brady Lawson is a basketball player who plays year-round in the tri-cities area in Tennessee. We talk about what it’s like trying to avoid burnout when you’re just going nonstop…we talk about the struggles of the whole recruiting process, and we talk about the new D1 Training facility that will be coming to Johnson City in the next couple of months.

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Guest: Jordan Gainey (Tennessee Vols Basketball)

Joining me on the show today is Jordan Gainey who is new to the Tennessee Vols this season. He transferred from South Carolina Upstate where he was their leading scorer last season. Jordan’s dad is Coach Justin Gainey for the Vols.
So, of course we talk about what that’s like…playing for your dad. We talk about their recent trips to Italy and Honolulu, and we even give out some superlatives to current players on the team.

This was recorded the day after Tennessee's game at UNC!

If you are a Tennessee fan, check out my episode with Josiah-Jordan James from a few weeks ago.

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Guest: Terrance Bivens (Chattanooga Prep)

This episode is another first for the podcast. I typically interview pro, college, or high school athletes, but today I've got a middle schooler on the show.
Terrance Bivens is a 7th grade football player at Chattanooga Prep, but he mostly trains with high schoolers. Terrance works out at D1 Training to make himself better as an athlete. He has clear football goals and dreams, and he's already working diligently to make those a reality.

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Guest: Carlos Lopez (Spanish Voice of Vamos Vols)

My guest today is a bit of a trailblazer. He's making history this season as the first ever Spanish voice for the Tennessee Vols football team. He joins me on the show to talk about his story from the past year. How he went from recording soundbites for Tennessee football highlights to actually calling play-by-play in the booth for a game this season.
He's such a great guy, and we talk about so much stuff that I highly encourage you to listen to this entire episode.

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Guest: Cayden Norris (Science Hill / Lady Vols Soccer)

Cayden Norris is an outstanding goalkeeper who plays soccer for Science Hill High School and FC Alliance. She has committed to play at the next level at the University of Tennessee.

Speaking of the Science Hill area, we are about to open our new D1 Training facility up there. It will be a great opportunity for any athlete to come and train and fully commit to reaching their athletic goals. Make sure you follow @d1tricities on social media so you can see when we do our pre-sales that will save you a ton of money.

With this episode of the podcast, I was happy to get to talk with Cayden about her senior season…her devastating car accident that put her out of commission for a while…and we talk about her commitment to the Lady Vols.

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Guest: Corbin Laisure (Sullivan East Football)

If it’s your first time checking out the show, I’ve had on lots of pro athletes, college coaches and athletes…even stellar high school players with a bright future in sports.

By the way, this coming up weekend, Georgia is coming to Knoxville to play Tennessee and we’re actually working with the Players’ Lounge to bring you a cool event. Several former Georgia star players along with several former Tennessee players will be at Dick’s House of Sport on Friday evening for a really cool event. We’ll do a panel type interview where you can participate in a Q and A session, and there will be food and drinks available as well.

And for being a listener of this show – you can get 25% off when signing up. Here’s the link: Knoxville Events & Services | DICK'S Sporting Goods (dickssportinggoods.com). The promo code is BEATUGA. Feel free to share with your friends!

If you’re in the Tri-Cities area – we’re are coming your way with a new D1 facility going in where the old Reel-to-Reel movie theater was. That spot should open up in early 2024, but our GM is already doing a lot of personal training with athletes in that area.

One of those stellar athletes is my guest on the podcast today. Corbin Laisure is a junior football player for Sullivan East and he’s already getting lots of attention from Division 1 programs. We talk about his recruiting experience so far, this past season for Sullivan East…and we even talk Christmas Movies.

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Guest: Sade Lee (Pellissippi State Community College Soccer)

Pellissippi State is a community college that is just RIGHT down the road from my office – and this is their first year with an athletic program. At D1, we’ve gotten to be a big part of that experience for them as we do all of the training for all of their teams.

One of those teams is the women’s soccer team, and it’s pretty great that their coach was named coach of the year for Community colleges in the state of Tennessee and one of the players was named player of the year…and that’s who I’ve got on the show today.

Sade Lee played high school soccer at Oak Ridge, she played club for FC Alliance, and this year for Pellissippi State…she absolutely dominated.

It’s a great chat…we talk about this past season, her experience with D1 Training…and what’s next for her soccer-wise.

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Guests: Blake Burke (Tennessee Baseball) & Chris Albrecht (Wreaths Across America)

So some semi-big news for the podcast…CityView magazine in Knoxville just released their Best of the Best issue and No Playbook was listed as one of the best three podcasts. Thank you to anybody that might have voted for that.

This coming up weekend, D1 will be running a baseball skills clinic at Dick’s House of Sport with three Tennessee baseball players – Blake Burke, Hunter Ensley, and Billy Amick. We’ve been planning this event for a while with Dick’s, so I’m excited to finally get to it.

Blake Burke was cool enough to join me on the podcast today. We talk about his recruitment to Tennessee from California, he tells me about his experience from the dugout in some of last year’s exciting playoff games…and we take some time to give out some superlatives to his current teammates.

Also on the podcast today is Chris Albrecht from Wreaths Across America. I took my kids to participate in the laying of wreaths last year and they still talk about it sometimes. They’re a phenomenal organization, and whether you’re a parent or just someone that looks for ways to volunteer and really get into the Christmas spirit – I encourage you to listen to Chris’s words and join us this year with Wreaths Across America.

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Guests: Mackenzie Smith and Hannah Kohn - Chattanooga Mocs Athletes

Big Chattanooga Mocs episode today. I’ve two phenomenal athletes from UTC that both have an incredibly bright future.

Mackenzie Smith is a senior soccer player and she’s actually coming to lead a youth soccer clinic with two of her teammates – Claire Palya and Zoey Mize – along with the Red Wolves Academy and Soccer Shots. That will be at D1 Chattanooga Friday November 17th. Here's a link to sign up for the clinic: Soccer Clinic with Chattanooga Mocs (ticketspice.com)

Also on the show today is a freshman basketball player – Hannah Kohn. You may have heard about her last year as she hit 19 3’s in a single game. And that wasn’t even a fluke…Hannah made 538 3’s in her high school career. We talk about her recruitment, and she walks me through her entire experience on that day when she made high school basketball history.

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Guest: Josiah-Jordan James (Tennessee Basketball)

Josiah-Jordan James has been a real difference-maker for Tennessee Basketball quite a while. He received an offer to play with the Vols when he was still in the 8th grade, so he's a name that fans have been aware of for almost a decade.
As he's about to tip off his fifth season with the Vols, he was cool enough to join me on the podcast. We talk about his recruitment to Tennessee, the team's summer trip to Italy, and we talk about what fans can expect this season.

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Guests: Kireese Willis & Georgia Dobson (East Hamilton High School )

Kireese Willis is an outstanding football player from East Hamilton High School in Ooltewah, TN. He's a real difference-maker on both sides of the ball, and has received several offers to play college football. We talk about his season so far at EHHS, his recruiting experience, and he shares an unforgettable sports memory.

Georgia Dobson is a Junior at East Hamilton who plays volleyball. She's a stellar player both for her school and for her club team, A5. We talk about preparing for the state tournament, her experience with D1 Training, and how she likes to get hyped before a big match.

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Guests: Jay Person Jr. & Honor Huff

Today, I’m talking with two athletes from UTC - The Chattanooga Mocs.

Jay Person Jr. is a football player from Cleveland Tennessee. He was the preseason SOCON defensive player of the year…he’s having a great season – and he’s got his sights set on a pro career after this season. Hoping to follow in the footsteps of Cole Strange and McClendon Curtis…two recent Chattanooga players that are now playing on Sundays in the league. By the way, if you are a Mocs football fan, I had QB Chase Artopeous on a recent episode…

From the basketball team at UTC – Honor Huff joins me. Honor transferred from VMI with the coach but had to sit out last season…so he’s really ready to get things tipped off this season so he can show the SoCon what all he can do.

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Guests: Cooper Cameron & McKalie Ball (Webb School of Knoxville)

It's another episode where I highlight outstanding high school athletes from this area.

Today, I’ve got two stellar athletes from Webb School of Knoxville.

First up, Cooper Cameron is a football player who has officially committed to play college ball at Cornell. I think it’s my first interview with an Ivy Leaguer…

I’ve also got McKalie Ball on the show today. McKalie is a soccer player for Webb and FC Alliance, and she’s expected to get a lot of attention as soon as she can start getting recruited by colleges. It was really interesting to hear how she’s preparing for that new world of recruiting even before she’s officially eligible.

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Guest: Brooks Savage - Head Basketball Coach ETSU

Brooks Savage is a first-year head coach, and he's ready for the challenge. He's been an assistant coach for many years, and even spent his college years working tirelessly as a team manager for the Tennessee Vols.
He's spent time coaching in the SoCon, the SEC, and the ACC. He's now back in Johnson City and ready to lead his team to years of conference dominance.

Listen as we talk about what fans can expect this season, his experience in the Tri-Cities, and just what he's like as a dude. He does reveal that he was in-fact "a Topanga man" in his younger years.

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Guest: Lady Vols Basketball Player - Tess Darby

Tess is from a small town in west Tennessee, so she was really surprised when she first started getting recruited by the Lady Vols. We talk all about that, what’s it’s like having a younger sister on the team, and even a little about how she manages sorority life with being a D1 athlete.

I actually recorded this interview right at a year ago, but I wanted to repurpose it for this podcast as the new basketball season will be tipping off soon.

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Guest: VFL John Fulkerson

It was great catching up with Fulky on this episode of the podcast. He was at Tennessee for six years, and he was a fan-favorite that whole time. He's now playing professionally in Belgium, so we talk a lot about that experience.
We also talk about his recent wedding, getting recruited by Rick Barnes, and what it was like growing up in the Tri-Cities.

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Guest: Tennessee Baseball Coach Tony Vitello

Coach Vitello joins me on the podcast to talk about what a typical day looks like for him in the offseason, we give out some superlatives to past players, and we talk a little about who he is outside of baseball.

We talk about the lessons he's learned from his father, who is in the St. Louis Hall of Fame, what he hopes to see from new players when they arrive in Knoxville, and what baseball movie is his favorite.

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Guests: Gracie Waite & Pierce Palmer - Athletes at Hardin Valley Academy

I really enjoy highlighting some of the stellar high school athletes in this East TN community…and there’s no high school closer to me right now than Hardin Valley Academy.

Gracie Waite is not only a standout athlete at Hardin Valley, but I’m learning she’s also Miss Congeniality around the school. Such a cool person – and she’s got such an interesting sports background. She is being recruited right now as a track and field athlete, so she talks about that, and she even competed in the Junior Olympics recently…

Pierce Palmer plays football at Hardin Valley and he’s also being recruited to play at the next level. We talk about how his senior season is going so far and about that recruiting process. (Maryville Colege and Sewanee)

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Guest: Comedian Josh Pray

Today on the podcast, I’ve got Josh Pray joining me. He’s a comedian who has a very impressive social media following. He does a lot of general observational humor, but he also talks a lot about sports. He’s a super passionate Florida fan, and if you haven’t seen his videos…pause this and do it now!

Josh and I talk about comedy, his Mike Tomlin impression, and we actually recorded this the morning after Florida lost to Utah…so you will hear some of those emotions still very raw…

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Guests: Lady Vols Soccer Players Maria Nelson and Kayla Barr

Today I’m talking with Maria Nelson who is a redshirt senior at UT. She’s from the Cleveland Ohio area, but has really gotten very involved in the Knoxville community while she’s been at Tennessee.

And Kayla Barr is also joining me today. Kayla played at Maryville High School and is actually their all time leading scorer. She’s a freshman who started with the Lady Vols a semester early just to get a jump on her first season. Both of these ladies talk with me about playing D1 soccer and about the whole recruiting process.

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Guest: Maryville High School Football Coach Derek Hunt

Folks that listen to this show know that I graduated from Maryville High School, one of the best high school football programs in the country over the past 20+ years. So I really wanted to have the head coach on the podcast.

His name is Derek Hunt, and we have known each other for a long time. One of Derek’s best friends growing up is my brother-in-law. So we do dive deep into the football season for the Rebels, but I also ask him about a story I heard from when he was in the 7th grade.

You might think you know coach Hunt…but this might give you even more insight into what kind of a dude he is.

My family moved to Maryville in 1997 and since then, Maryville has won 14 state championships. So, we talk about what it’s like to coach with that kind of pressure to be the best…we talk about reloading on a team that just lost 17 starters…and we even play a fun speed round – basically giving out some superlatives to current players.

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Guest: Josh Mancuso

You probably know Josh Mancuso as the guy who makes hilarious mascot videos. He's well-known all over the country as an outstanding comedic actor who knows and loves sports.
It was an absolute pleasure having him on the podcast! Listen as we talk about comedy, sports, Saved By the Bell, Seinfeld, and he even changes his stance on the whole Flat-Earth theory.

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Guest: Jack Alley - Farragut High School Football - Air Force Commit

Moving on with this Farragut week on the podcast – I’ve got another stellar athlete from Farragut High School on the show today. If you missed the episode earlier this week, Junior basketball player Annie Priest was on the show.

But today, I’ve got football player Jack Alley. Jack has already committed to play football for Air Force. We talk about his recruiting process and what Farragut fans can expect from the Admirals this season.

I’ll go ahead and tell you that my next episode of the podcast will be an absolute doozy. You know Josh Mancuso? He’s the guy that makes funny videos about how sports teams picked their mascot…stuff like that. Well he’s a comedian who is actually from East TN, so I’m going to have him on and if you go ahead and subscribe to the podcast, you’ll hear that as soon as it drops.

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Guest: Annie Priest - Farragut Basketball

Annie Priest is an outstanding basketball player at Farragut High School in Tennessee. She was a team captain as a sophomore, but has much bigger individual goals for the rest of her high school playing career. We talk about that and her recruiting process.

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Guest: Chris Cook - Be Great

Chris Cook was a college basketball player who had to fight through some major health issues as a young kid. He kept his focus on his goals, and now he’s changing lives with his BE GREAT BRAND.

Chris joins the podcast today to talk about his journey and as he puts it, it’s his goal to inspire someone with this episode. I also really enjoyed when we realized that he played college ball in the small town that I grew up in – called Wilson, NC.

On Instagram, follow @be_great_inspiration.

If you’re a middle school or high school athlete and you’ve got dreams of playing college athletics – make the whole process easier on yourself by downloading the new RecruitMe App – they’re a new sponsor to the show, and I’m grateful to have them.

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Guest: Steven Soles Jr. (Powell High School)

It's a commitment ceremony! Listen as Steven Soles Jr. announces his college decision on the podcast.
Though Steven received lots of D1 offers, his final decision came down to four choices:
Alabama
Kentucky
Miami
Virginia Tech

A full video recording of this commitment is available on youtube.

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Guests: Liv Stott (Bearden Soccer) and Sam Tummins (Bearden Football)

This episode is a great one...especially for the Bearden community. I’ve got two outstanding athletes on the show today and they’re both rising seniors at Bearden High School in Knoxville, TN.

Sam Tummins is a WR and defensive back on the football team, and he’s got a few nice offers to play at the next level – so we talk about that process…and a little bit about his love for NASCAR. I even share a personal story about Denny Hamlin that I probably should've kept to myself...

Liv Stott is a stellar soccer player for the Lady Bulldogs. She was a part of the state championship team that was named the best team in the country last year. She joins me to talk about that experience and what her ECNL and college recruiting has been like so far. She was also a big part of the WPSL Side 865 Alliance this summer.

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Guest: Eli Owens (Alcoa Football)

Eli Owens is an outstanding high school football player from Alcoa, Tennessee. Just to name a few, he's already got offers from Tennessee, Alabama, Ohio State, Wisconsin, and the list goes on and on! Since he's just a rising junior in high school, he's still got a lot to focus on before he can start his college football experience. That's what we talk about on this episode of the podcast. How does he stay focused on training and school work, all while being a 16 year old kid?

We also talk about the Alcoa/Maryville football rivalry that goes back many years.

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Guest: Chase Artopoeus - Chattanooga Mocs QB

I really like this kid! Chase Artopoeus is on the show today. He is a QB that was at UCLA for four years and then he just transferred to Chattanooga this spring. Chase is definitely the presumed starter at this point for the Mocs.
Regardless, he’s got some great stories from his time at UCLA...like when they recently beat LSU...and we also talk about how he’s gone about taking a leadership role in the locker room at UTC.

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Guest: Josh Shetler (rugby)

I am admittedly not a big rugby guy. My sister played in high school and then some internationally, but I have never really learned a lot about the world of college rugby for the MLR…but my guest today was able to help me wrap my head around that world.

His name is Josh Shetler and he is an outstanding rugby player from the University of Tennessee. He was a part of the national championship team last year and right now he’s training and preparing for the MLR combine that will lead to their draft.
You should be able to follow his new career in Major League Rugby very soon!

Josh does his training at D1, and he talks a little in this interview about how he’s gotten a lot quicker and more explosive since he’s being working out here.

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Guests: Powell Football Head Coach Matt Lowe, and rising senior Markus Jackson

D1 will be partnering with Dick's House of Sport and Powell High School to put on a hype event for the Knoxville Classic 7v7 Football Tournament. The event will be July 12th at Dick's, and athletes from East TN will have the opportunity to compete in a 40 yard dash, broad jump, bench press, and a QB skills challenge.
Powell's Head Coach Matt Lowe joins the podcast to talk about the event, and the 7v7 tournament.
I also speak with Markus Jackson, a Powell rising senior who is focused on getting recruited to play football at the next level.

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Guests: Josh Ward and Jayson Swain

It's a bonus ep!
These two host a radio show together in Knoxville called Josh and Swain. They talk local and national sports everyday on the air, but I wanted to have them on the podcast to learn more about their personalities, and even their own sports histories.
You can learn more about their show here: Josh and Swain 12 to 3pm | WNML-AF (991thesportsanimal.com)

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Guests: Braylon Harmon (football) and Sydney Mains (basketball) - Knox Catholic High School

This week, it’s another young athlete highlight…this time with a couple of stellar athletes from Knox Catholic High school.

Sydney Mains is a basketball player who has already committed to Florida Atlantic University, and she played a pivotal role in Catholic’s recent State Championship. She joins me on the podcast to talk about her recruitment process that led to her choosing FAU over some other options…

But first, I’ve got Braylon Harmon on the show. Braylon is an outstanding WR on the Catholic football team. He is a highly recruited player but hasn’t yet given his commitment. He actually shares is official top three list with me in the interview.

Braylon has worked out with D1 and he talks about how that has helped make him more successful on the field.

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Guests: Athletes from Knox County that won a state championship in '22 or '23. Also Mayor Glenn Jacobs (AKA Kane)

This week’s episode is pretty different from the rest of my podcasts, but it’s my second year doing a show from this event. Knox County’s Mayor is Glenn Jacobs…if you’re a wrestling fan, you probably know him as KANE. Well the past two years, he has hosted an event called the Mayor’s Night of Champions where he celebrates all of the state champions from Knox county in Knoxville TN…and we had a lot of them this year.

The event was held at the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame, and the Mayor invited me to come and interview a lot of the kids that were there. On this episode, you’ll hear my short interview with the Mayor about his sports history and you’ll hear from athletes that won a state title in ’22 or ’23 for:

Halls Wrestling, West Football, Catholic Women’s Basketball, Catholic Women’s Tennis, CAK Track, Farragut Cross Country, Fulton Basketball, and South Doyle Track…

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Guest: Todd Kelly Jr.

We often feature athletes from the University of Tennessee on this show…and I really love it when those guests are actually from the area. They can always speak to their experience of growing up right down the road from campus…and then what it was like when they actually put on the orange and white and became a Vol.

So, Todd Kelly Jr. is one of those guys, and now he’s still living in Knoxville and he’s continuing to make a real difference in the lives of sports fans in the area.

He does a free football camp with his foundation and the Zaevion Dobson Foundation every summer…so he joins the show today to talk about that, and just about what it was like for him going to Webb and then moving over to play with the Vols.

TK grew up training pretty consistently with D1, so he and my co-host Devin Driscoll talk a lot about that, as well.

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Guests: Norah Jacomen and Paul Fisher

I really enjoy doing these young athlete highlights. I’ve been interviewing kids from East TN that have a really bright future in their sport. If you’d like to go back and check out some previous episodes, I’ve had athletes on from Johnson City, Chattanooga, Knoxville, Maryville, Gatlinburg…really all over the area.

Today I’ve got Norah Jacomen and Paul Fisher on the podcast.

Norah is an outstanding soccer player from Hardin Valley who will be a part of the WPSL team 865 Alliance this summer. She's committed to playing at Butler starting this fall.

Paul Fisher is joining the show as a bit of a change from what I normally do. I usually feature area athletes that have a bright future on the field…well, Paul has finished his high school football playing career (Knoxville Catholic) and now he’s focused on developing as a broadcaster. He’s got his sights set on building a career in sports…just from the broadcast booth, and not on the field.

Both of these kids have worked out at D1 for a long time. If you’re unfamiliar…D1 Training offers personal training, team training, youth developmental programs, adult bootcamp classes, and so much more.

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Guest: Monica Abbott

Our guest on today's episode is one of the most decorated Lady Vols athletes of all time. She threw an amazing 23 no-hitters and six perfect games during her Tennessee career. Through four seasons at Tennessee, she posted 112 shutouts, 2,440 strikeouts and 125 games with 10 or more strikeouts. She also became the first pitcher in NCAA Division I history to record 500 strikeouts in four different seasons.

She went on to have a stellar pro career with x6 Japanese League Championships, x5 NPF League Championships, and she’s a x2 Olympic Silver medalist.

She just recently retired, and she’s written a book about her career. It’s called Rise and Shine, and it is available now. We talk a lot about that in the interview.
We also talk about her time at Tennessee, and she gives some great tips for young athletes that love to play softball or baseball. We even talk about training routines for those young athletes.

If you’re not familiar with D1 Training, we offer personal training, team training, youth developmental programs, adult bootcamp classes and so much more.

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Guests: Megan Burleson (ETSU/Science Hill) & Dayne Davis (Tennessee Football)

Meg Burleson joins the podcast to talk about her high school playing experience at Science Hill in Johnson City, and also what her past few months have been like as she’s already enrolled and started training with the ETSU soccer team. It’s cool to hear from an athlete that can speak to the differences in a high school and college training program…because she’s literally seen both in the same school year.
Tennessee football player Dayne Davis has a short message for football fans in the Tri-Cities area, as well.

D1 Training is coming to the Tri-Cities later this summer.

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Guest: Squirrel White (Tennessee Football)

If you follow Tennessee football, you got to see Freshman WR Squirrel White go off in the Orange Bowl. He developed a really tight on-field relationship with QB Joe Milton. So, I had Squirrel White on to talk about what we can expect from that relationship next season, and he talks about his recruiting process, and why he chose the Vols over in-state Alabama…as he’s from Birmingham.

We also try to assign some more animal nicknames to his teammates on the football team.

Squirrel White is going to be doing a football clinic at D1 in Chattanooga June 3rd, so we also talk about what folks can expect from that experience. If you’ve never been to D1, they’ve got Personal training, team training, youth developmental programs, adult boot camp classes, and so much more!

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Guests: Nya Burns and Ty Glasper

Both guests on this episode play basketball at Gatlinburg Pittman High School in Tennessee. They're underclassmen, but have already received a lot of interest from D1 schools.
Nya and Ty have been working out at D1 Training in Sevierville, so they talk about how that speed/agility/quickness training has improved their game. They also talk about what they like to do off-the-court, and what the recruiting process has been like so far.

This show is sponsored by D1 Training. The facility in Sevierville isn't open yet, but the coaches and trainers are already working with kids and adults to help them reach their fitness goals. Follow them @d1sevierville.

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Guest: Jakob Johnson (NFL)

Jakob Johnson currently plays for the Las Vegas Raiders, and he played his college football at Tennessee. He grew up in Germany, but moved to the states when he started getting noticed as a stand-out football player.
His story is a fascinating one, as he explains his journey from Germany to the NFL.

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Guests: Lukas Buckner (Farragut Baseball) & Amanda Mack (Maryville Volleyball)

Lukas Buckner is an outstanding baseball player from Farragut High School who has committed to play ball at UCF.
Amanda Mack is an All-State Volleyball player from Maryville High School. She's committed to play in college at Bradley University in Illinois.

Both of these athletes have worked out at D1 Training for a long time, so they have great stories to share about their dedication to training and preparing for the sports they love.

This podcast is sponsored by D1 Training. Team training, personal training, youth developmental programs, adult bootcamp classes, and so much more! Learn more at www.d1training.com.

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Guest: Joshua Dobbs (VFL and current Cleveland Browns QB)

Great episode today – it’s one of my favorite guys to talk with – Joshua Dobbs – he and Devin actually talk golf for a little while, but then we talk about his upcoming youth football camp that will be May 27th, he talks about his crazy NFL experience last season that led to him starting at the end of the year for the Titans, and we even talk a little about space and what he’s doing with NASA these days.

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They’ve got a 5 Star training system that comes from Division 1 strength and conditioning programs. –

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Guests: McClendon Curtis (Chattanooga Mocs - NFL Draft Prospect)

Devin Driscoll joins me as a co-host for this one as we talk with McClendon Curtis of the Chattanooga Mocs. McClendon is a highly rated draft prospect as an interior offensive lineman.
Listen as we talk with McClendon about the NFL Combine and his entire pre-draft process. We also talk about his life in Chattanooga, his friendship with New England Patriot, Cole Strange, and why he loves to cook.

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Guests: Tennessee Vols - RB Jabari Small and TE Jacob Warren

Repurposing recent interviews with Jabari and Jacob, as we talk about life as a D1 football player. Hear them talk about their teammates and what the competition level is like in the SEC.

What are your thoughts on how to handle spring games in the future? Hugh Freeze suggests adding a more competitive element. Leave your thoughts as a review for the podcast.

D1 Training is a results-driven sports training facility that offers over 20+ years of experience and has trained over 1,000 pro athletes.

We’ve got a 5-Star Training system that comes from Division 1 Strength and Conditioning programs.

Personal training, team training, youth developmental programs, adult boot camp classes, and so much more!

Guest: Scott Stallings (PGA Golfer)

BONUS EPISODE!! Scott Stallings is known these days as the super-fit guy on the PGA Tour. He has a great history with D1 Training, and he's an outstanding interview.

Listen as he talks about his first hole-in-one, and the first time he got to play with Tiger Woods.
Scott works a lot with KIDS PLAY FREE, so he's very committed to helping make golf a more accessible sport for all kids.

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Guests: Brooks Wright (Tennessee Baseball) & Brinley Murphy (South Carolina Soccer)

Today on the show, I’ve got two area athletes that have already committed to playing for SEC schools in college.

Brinley Murphy is a soccer player that was named National Player of the Year and Gatorade Player of the Year for the State of TN. She is a South Carolina commit and she also trains young kids at D1 Hardin Valley. Brinley will also be playing for the Knoxville WPSL team 865 Alliance this summer.

Brooks Wright is a baseball player who currently a junior, and he’s already been committed to Tennessee for a couple of years. He works out with us regularly at D1 so I wanted to have him on just to talk about his experience with D1 and throughout the recruiting process.

Both of these players are from Bearden High School in Knoxville, Tennessee.

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Guests: Olivier Nkamhous & Uros Plavsic

BONUS EPISODE!! Listen as I repurpose some short interviews with two Tennessee Basketball Players.

Olivier and Uros are both international athletes who traveled to the states to chase their basketball dreams. They've given their all for Tennessee, and considering the distance they traveled...that's quite a bit!

Listen as they talk about their experience with SEC basketball and they give a glimpse into their life at home (Finland and Serbia).

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Guests: Mike Meyer & Laban DeFriese (865 Alliance coaches)

Last summer was a big one for soccer fans in East TN, and this one will be even bigger, if LOCAL flavor is what you like.
This summer, we’ve got a new NPSL team…which is basically parallel to the USL 2…and this team features almost all local players. Kids from Hardin Valley, Farragut, Maryville, Alcoa, Bearden and so on. It’s the new 865 Alliance, which will be the NPSL and WPSL clubs associated with FC Alliance in East TN.

We work a lot with their athletes, so I really wanted to have the coaches on to just talk about what fans can expect from this upcoming season…and what their experience has been like so far in this process. It was a pretty fun interview, actually. We met up at Orange Hat Brewing in Hardin Valley to record.

D1 Training is, we’re a results-driven sports training facility that offers over 20+ years of experience and has trained over 1,000 pro athletes.

We’ve got a 5-Star Training system that comes from Division 1 Strength and Conditioning programs.

Personal training, team training (like what we do with the FC Alliance clubs), youth developmental programs, adult boot camp classes, and so much more!

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Guest: Erik Ainge (WNML Sports Radio - Tennessee Football)

On this episode, you’ll hear from Erik Ainge. He was an outstanding QB at Tennessee from 2004-2007. He was a 5th round draft pick by the NY Jets in 2008, and he now hosts The Erik Ainge Show with Brian Rice weekdays on WNML The Sports Animal.

In addition to having an accomplished career as an athlete, his uncle is Danny Ainge…former player and now executive in the NBA. So that leads to some fun stories as well. Listen for when Erik tells of the time he played H-O-R-S-E with Charles Barkley.

Erik has a lot of experience with D1 as he’s trained and coached here in the past.

D1 Training is a results-driven sports training facility that offers over 20+ years of experience and has trained over 1,000 pro athletes.

We’ve got a 5-Star Training system that comes from Division 1 Strength and Conditioning programs.

Personal training, team training, youth developmental programs, adult boot camp classes, and so much more!

Guests: Kat Jones (Director of NIL for UT) & BJ Edwards (Vols Basketball Player)

On this episode, you’ll hear from Tennessee Basketball player BJ Edwards, who is actually from East TN. He grew up in the Tri-Cities area and then moved to Knoxville for high school. BJ has trained at D1 for many years, so we talk about that experience and what his outlook is on the team and the upcoming NCAA tournament.

Curious about NIL? Well, I’ve got an absolute expert on this episode to talk about the inside-story. This person is more connected to NIL than any sports agency or coach in the country. She’s the Director of NIL for the University of Tennessee Athletic Department. As of right now, UT is the only school that has someone dedicated entirely to NIL.

Her name is Kat Jones and we work with her a lot on different deals. D1 Training is an obvious fit for NIL deals with college athletes, so I’m always reaching out to Kat for her thoughts on different deals I’d like to offer to current student-athletes.

D1 Training is a results-driven sports training facility that offers over 20+ years of experience and has trained over 1,000 pro athletes.

We’ve got a 5-Star Training system that comes from Division 1 Strength and Conditioning programs.

Personal training, team training, youth developmental programs, adult boot camp classes, and so much more!

Guests: Jordan Gay (D1 Mooresville/NFL) & Christian Scott (Tennessee Vols Baseball)

Jordan Gay played several years in the NFL as a kickoff specialist, and now he owns and operates a D1 Training facility in Mooresville, NC. He joins the podcast to talk about his journey to the league from a small, division 3 college.

Christian Scott plays baseball for the Tennessee Vols. He has a unique connection to D1 Hardin Valley, as he recently joined us as we worked with Dream on 3 to make a local kid's "dream" come true.

D1 Training is a results-driven sports training facility that offers over 20+ years of experience and has trained over 1,000 pro athletes.

We’ve got a 5-Star Training system that comes from Division 1 Strength and Conditioning programs.

Personal training, team training, youth developmental programs, adult boot camp classes, and so much more!

The Chattanooga Red Wolves Academy is a youth soccer organization serving athletes in East TN and they’re directly tied to the USL1 team with the same name. The Red Wolves Academy is actually helping us put on a soccer clinic with two Tennessee Lady Vols players (Nolyn Bartholomew and Jaida Thomas)…that event is coming up soon, so I’ve got Luke Winter and Katie Phillips from the academy on the podcast to talk about that event and what all they do for youth soccer in the area.

And I’ve also got Caleb Hampton on today. Caleb is a two-sport high school athlete in the area that recently committed to Stanford to play football and baseball. Now, it was just very recently passed that high school athletes could earn NIL money, and Caleb was one of the first athletes I reached out to once that happened. He’s an incredibly interesting kid, and I think you’ll enjoy that conversation as we talk about his training as a big-time college recruit, and also about high school NIL as a whole.

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Guests: Mark Pancratz and Zach Joyce

On this episode, I’ve got Tennessee pitcher Zach Joyce on to talk about his experience over the past couple of years. He joined the Tennessee baseball team and then had to step away from the sport because of personal reasons…but now he’s back and ready to have a breakout season with the Vols. Zach has trained at D1 Training for a while.

I’ve also got Mark Pancratz joining me on this episode. He has been very involved with UT athletics over the past several years, and Mark has the unique perspective of having NCAA tournament experience as a player and as a coach. Great convo!

Guests: Derrick Furrlow Jr. & Joe Doyle

On the show today, I’ve got Derrick Furlow Jr. and Joe Doyle. Joe is a football punter that played for Tennessee and Memphis. He’s one of the top-rated guys as we approach the 2023 NFL Draft. Joe has trained at D1 for years and like a lot of guys, he’s coming here to prepare for his upcoming draft evaluations.

Derrick Furlow Jr. also played football at Tennessee, but after his playing career he’s transitioned into a fascinating career as a writer, speaker, and entrepreneur.

D1 Training is a results-driven sports training facility that offers over 20+ years of experience and has trained over 1,000 pro athletes.

We’ve got a 5-Star Training system that comes from Division 1 Strength and Conditioning programs.

Personal training, team training, youth developmental programs, adult bootcamp classes, and so much more!

D1 Training - The Place for the Athlete.

This show will feature the athletes, coaches, and experts that make D1 what it is today.
D1 Training is known as “The Place for the Athlete.” It is a results-driven facility that offers over 20+ years of experience and has trained over 1,000 professional athletes. Its 5-Star Training Program is derived from Division 1 Strength and Conditioning programs.