Honoring Coaches Are People Too: A Podcast That Made a Difference
Coaches Are People Too has wrapped up, but its impact sticks around. For the past two years, hosts Avery Blackmon and Tyra Prince, created a space where coaches could talk about their journeys: the highs, the lows, and everything in between.
With backgrounds in coaching and leadership, they understood the challenges and triumphs that come with the job. Their ability to connect with guests and ask the right questions made the podcast stand out as a must-listen for anyone in the coaching world, not just lacrosse.
More Than Just Lacrosse 🏆
What made Coaches Are People Too special was that it wasn’t just about lacrosse or even just about sports. It was about leadership, growth, and the human side of coaching. Who we are when our caps are off 😉.
It sparked conversations about mental health, the pressures of leadership, and how coaching continues to evolve. It reminded listeners that coaching isn’t just about the sport, it’s about the people.
The lessons shared by guests applied far beyond the field, making it a podcast for anyone looking to learn about resilience, teamwork, and personal development. Whether you coach, play, or just appreciate the impact of great leadership, there’s something to take away from every episode.
stand out guests
Throughout its run, Coaches Are People Too brought on guests who shared stories that went beyond the sidelines. Some episodes dug into the tactical side of coaching, while others explored leadership, personal growth, and the challenges of the profession. Here are a few that stood out:
Kate Livesay (Middlebury College Women's Lacrosse): Season 2, Episode 5 – "Energize and Elevate: The Opt-In Culture"
Shelley Klaes (James Madison University Women's Lacrosse): Season 2, Episode 2 – "The Unseen Grind: Ego, Effort, and Proving Yourself"
Julianne Sitch (Professional Soccer player and Coach): Summer Series 1, Episode 2 – "Breaking the Mold and a Championship Mindset"
Mary Ann Meltzer (Former Head Coach at Lawrence Technological University and IWLCA Diane Geppi-Aikens Memorial Award Winner): Season 1 Episode 11 – "Championing the Student-Athlete and Transitioning Roles”
Still Available to Listen 🎙️📱
Just because the podcast has ended doesn’t mean the conversations have to! All episodes of Coaches Are People Too are still available on Spotify !
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