La Verne Athletics Podcast: Recent Episodes
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In this episode of Know Your Leos, we get to know a bit more about pitcher Sean Holt and catcher Adam Santa Cruz from the University of La Verne's baseball team. Sean and Adam dive into why they chose La Verne as well as how they kept busy during the Covid-19 stay-at-home orders. Plus we get a glimpse into what they want to pursue post-La Verne. As always another This or That – will today be the day someone chooses pancakes over waffles?
Meet one of the newest members of the Leo Family, new head men's and women's golf coach Brad Johnson. Coach Johnson talks about why he came to La Verne, winning a national title at NYU, building a program at Milsaps, and more. Subscribe, rate, and review! Most importantly SHARE!
Brothers and members of the La Verne baseball team, Tanner and Chase join the podcast to chat a little bit about their hometown upbringing in La Verne as well as their plans post college. Also find out how both these Southern California brothers became a Phillies fan (Tanner) and a Mets fan (Chase). Plus, another edition of This or That on Know Your Leos!
Another edition of Know Your Leos is back with two members of the La Verne Women's Water Polo team, Jassmine Kezman and Nancy Trinh. Both Jassmine and Nancy talk about the last couple of seasons at ULV as well as their plans for their future. Plus another edition of This or That! Did someone finally choose pancakes over waffles?
Softball HC Dennis Blas makes his second appearance on Leos On The Spot to talk about the brief 2021 season.
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Coach Reed talks about his time as a La Verne student-athlete, the lessons he learned coaching in Division 1, and what it's like coaching at his alma mater.
Guillermo and Zachary both join us on the podcast from the La Verne Men's Track and Field team. Both of them talk about their unique stories that led them to track and field and the University of La Verne. Listen to all of this plus another edition of This or That - Are waffles still the favorite over pancakes?
Volleyball player Ayana Mier shares about her time at Diamond Ranch high school and talks about her passion for exotic animals. As always another edition of This or That is back on Know Your Leos!
Coach Reid talks about coaching at the Olympics, winning national championships, and his hopes for the future of La Verne's track and field program.
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Women's soccer player Kylie Cortez, talks about her transition from gymnastics to soccer and how she gravitated towards being a natural defender. Kylie also shares why she chose La Verne and her future plans after graduation. Plus! This or That makes a return to Know Your Leos!
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Coach Krich talks about his journey as a walk-on student-athlete, his brief stint as a baseball coach, and how he's changed after 10 years at La Verne.
Women's basketball player Chasey Santos talks about losing her junior season, what she is looking forward to in her senior season, as well as her plans after graduation. Plus a special game of This or That!
Coach Hendershot talks about his experiences as a D1 student-athlete, taking over as head coach during a pandemic, and more on this week's episode.
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Join us for a special one on one interview with ULV Men's Basketball player, Paul Antonis. Paul talks about life during quarantine, why he chose La Verne, and what he hopes to do in the future!
Coach Pruitt talks about his sneaker obsession, growing up in Alabama, and how a career in media led to coaching basketball.
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Coach Pehanich talks about hows she's managed the Leopards women's soccer squad remotely for 10 months.
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Coach Durant talks about his time at La Verne as an undergrad and how he builds community in the weight room.
Coach Persson talks about his experience playing for the LA Galaxy and Chivas USA reserves, how he went from being an elementary school teacher to a collegiate head coach, and overcoming doubt.
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Coach Wood walks us through his career as a top-level collegiate athlete, getting his head coaching start at a young age, and how he'll approach the spring season.
NOTE: Coach Wood recently accepted the head men's cross country coaching position at Dartmouth College
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Coach Blas talks about his coaching experience at the high school, junior college, NAIA, and NCAA levels, and speaks about his proud Guaminian, Chamorro heritage.
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Coach Beemer talks about his coaching background and playing both men's and women's seasons in the spring.
Men's Water Polo Homepage
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