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Racquet Fuel

The Science of Human Performance with Dr. Jack Groppel

by | Oct 18, 2023 | Podcasts,Racquet Fuel | 0 Comments

In this episode of Racquet Fuel, hosts Kim Bastable and Simon Gale have a conversation with Dr. Jack Groppel, a researcher, professor, and authority on the science of...

Evolution of Clubs, Mentorship, and Leadership feat. Len Simard, Part 2

by | Oct 11, 2023 | Podcasts,Racquet Fuel | 0 Comments

In this episode of Racquet Fuel, hosts Kim Bastable and Simon Gale continue their conversation with Len Simard, Search and Consulting Executive with Kopplin, Kuebler,...

Search and Consulting at Clubs with Len Simard, Part 1

by | Oct 4, 2023 | Podcasts,Racquet Fuel | 0 Comments

In this 2 part episode of Racquet Fuel, hosts Kim Bastable and Simon Gale speak with Len Simard, Search and Consulting Executive with Kopplin, Kuebler, and Wallace. Len...

Pay and Benefits Compensation feat. Doug Cash

by | Sep 27, 2023 | Podcasts,Racquet Fuel | 0 Comments

In this episode of Racquet Fuel, hosts Kim Bastable and Simon Gale speak with respected industry consultant and UF-DORS adjunct professor Doug Cash about compensation....

Pickleball’s Place feat. Ajay Pant

by | Sep 20, 2023 | Podcasts,Racquet Fuel | 0 Comments

In this episode of Racquet Fuel, hosts Kim Bastable and Simon Gale speak with Ajay Pant, Vice President of Racquet Sports for Life Time. Using data to support the...

Continuous Growth feat. Joe Curto

by | Sep 13, 2023 | Podcasts,Racquet Fuel | 0 Comments

In this episode of Racquet Fuel, hosts Kim Bastable and Simon Gale speak with Joe Curto, the owner of Yonkers Tennis Center in Westchester County, New York. Curto...

Being Teachable feat. Chris Gale, Part 2

by | Jun 21, 2023 | Podcasts,Racquet Fuel | 0 Comments

In this episode of Racquet Fuel, hosts Kim Bastable and Simon Gale continue their conversation with Dr. Tim Elmore; a thought leader, author, and researcher, founder of...

Being Teachable feat. Chris Gale, Part 1

by | Jun 14, 2023 | Podcasts,Racquet Fuel | 0 Comments

In this episode of Racquet Fuel, hosts Kim Bastable and Simon Gale continue their conversation with Dr. Tim Elmore; a thought leader, author, and researcher, founder of...

Generational Divides feat. Tim Elmore, Part 2

by | Jun 7, 2023 | Podcasts,Racquet Fuel | 0 Comments

In this episode of Racquet Fuel, hosts Kim Bastable and Simon Gale continue their conversation with Dr. Tim Elmore; a thought leader, author, and researcher, founder of...

The Art and Science of Developing Athletes

Dr. Angel Mason | Athlete Empowerment

by | Sep 11, 2023 | Podcasts,The Art and Science of Developing Athletes | 0 Comments

In this episode of The Art and Science of Developing Athletes, Dr. Angel Mason, Director of Athletics at Berry College in Rome, Georgia, and founder and CEO of "The...

Linda Flanagan | Money and Media in Youth Sports

by | Aug 29, 2023 | Podcasts,The Art and Science of Developing Athletes | 0 Comments

Linda Flanagan traveled to the University of Florida to meet with the chair of the Department of Sport Management at UF, George Cunningham. Flanagan holds a degree in...

Israel Teoldo da Costa | Evolution in Football Tactics

by | Oct 19, 2022 | Podcasts,The Art and Science of Developing Athletes | 0 Comments

Dr. Michael Sagas and Dr. Israel Teoldo Da Costa met at the University of Florida following Dr. Da Costa’s demonstration for the UF Soccer coaches. He provided the...

Bahati VanPelt | The Journey to Success in Sport Management

by | Aug 8, 2022 | Podcasts,The Art and Science of Developing Athletes | 0 Comments

Dr. Sagas sits down with Bahati VanPelt, an Athlete Development expert, to discuss meaningful insights of an Athlete Development Specialist. VanPelt highlights different experiences, necessary skills, and expert advice for aspiring specialists.

Dr. Keith Harrison | Athlete Development in Various Backgrounds

by | May 23, 2022 | Podcasts,The Art and Science of Developing Athletes | 0 Comments

Dr. Michael Sagas and Dr. C. Keith Harrison met in Gainesville, FL to discuss athlete development initiatives, specifically in various backgrounds and areas of the...

Tony Davis | Financial Advising the Professional Athlete

by | May 16, 2022 | Podcasts,The Art and Science of Developing Athletes | 0 Comments

Professor Dr. Michael Sagas and Certified Financial Planner, Tony Davis, met in Gainesville, FL to discuss Davis’ role at MAI Capital Management and the important...

Kevin Carr | Trends in Athlete Development

by | May 9, 2022 | Podcasts,The Art and Science of Developing Athletes | 0 Comments

Dr. Kevin Carr, the CEO of Pro2Ceo LLC, formed his company within his 14 years of experience in the NBA to work on “transition as the mission” to help athletes and...

The HIT (How I Transition) Show

Tracy Ellis-Ward | Elevating New Voices

by | Jun 12, 2023 | Podcasts,The Hit Show | 0 Comments

Kevin Carr, CEO of Pro2CEO and Industry Professor at the University of Florida, welcomes Tracy Ellis-Ward, Senior Vice President of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at...

Dr. Chantelle Green | Academic Development in Sport

by | May 8, 2023 | Podcasts,The Hit Show | 0 Comments

On this episode of the HIT (How I Transition) Show, Kevin Carr, CEO of Pro2CEO and Industry Professor at the University of Florida, hosts Dr. Chantelle Green, Director...

Ronnie Burrell | Networking to Climb

by | Apr 25, 2023 | Podcasts,The Hit Show | 0 Comments

Ronnie Burrell, the head coach of the Long Island Nets in the NBA G League, will be the guest on today's episode of the HIT (How I Transition) Show. Burrell, a native...

Arthur Hightower | Commitment to Excellence

by | Apr 10, 2023 | Podcasts,The Hit Show | 0 Comments

Kevin Carr is back for another episode of the HIT Show with Arthur Hightower II. Hightower currently serves as the Senior Director of Player Engagement for the Los...

Clark Kellogg | Transitioning After Injury

by | Dec 28, 2022 | Podcasts,The Hit Show | 0 Comments

On this episode of the HIT Show, Kevin Carr met with Clark Kellogg. Kellogg is a former NBA player and has been in the broadcasting industry since 1987. After his...

Lauren Clayborne | Taking a Chance on Yourself

by | Dec 14, 2022 | Podcasts,The Hit Show | 0 Comments

​Kevin Carr, host of the HIT Show on the Athlete+ Network, met with Lauren Clayborne, an influential community relations director, to talk about her multiple...

Stacey Garcia | Exposure to Sport Media

by | Nov 30, 2022 | Podcasts,The Hit Show | 0 Comments

Kevin Carr sat down with Stacey Garcia to dive into her past, including stories about the importance of her parents motivating her throughout her childhood, how she...

Lou Amundson | Passion for Sports and Art

by | Nov 16, 2022 | Podcasts,The Hit Show | 0 Comments

Kevin Carr, the host of the HIT show on the Athlete Plus network is joined by Lou Amundson, a former professional basketball player. From 2006-2018, Amundson played...

Hazel Clark | Family in Sport

by | Sep 28, 2022 | Podcasts,The Hit Show | 0 Comments

Kevin Carr, CEO of PRO2CEO, sat down with Hazel Clark, a Gator Track and Field legend, during her recent trip to Gainesville, Florida. Clark was recently honored at the...