The Pure Athlete Podcast

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44. Chris Spatola Nov 08, 2023

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In recognition of Veterans Day, our guest this week is ESPN/Sirius XM college basketball analyst Chris Spatola. Chris was a 4 yr starter on ARMY’s basketball team, who upon graduation from West Point, served our country as an Army officer from 2002 - 2007. As the son of a coach, Chris shares his youth/high school sports story, how he achieved his dream of playing D1 ball, what he learned as an assistant coach at Duke University, and some interesting perspective from being the son-in-law of Coach K.

43. Pure Athlete: Achieving Your Goals Nov 02, 2023

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The guys talk to young athletes and parents about what it takes to set and achieve big sports goals, including when and how to set goals, how to work towards your goal, whether grit can be developed, how parents should respond when kids aren't working hard enough, and much more.

42. Brian Harman Oct 25, 2023

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The guys talk to 2023 Open Champion and U.S. Ryder Cup player Brian Harman. Brian shares his youth sports story that surprisingly began with a love of baseball that ultimately led to his college golf days at UGA. He also shares his Ryder Cup experience, how he’s worked at controlling his emotions on the course, and so much more.

41. Julie Foudy Oct 19, 2023

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The guys spend time with U.S. women’s soccer Hall of Famer Julie Foudy, winner of two Olympic Gold Medals and two World Cup Championships. Julie shares her sports story from youth sports to a long, decorated soccer career, and also discusses her thoughts as a women’s sports advocate, as the founder of a girls sports leadership academy, and as a real sports mom to a teenage boy and girl.

40. Danny Woodhead Oct 12, 2023

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The guys talk a little playoff baseball before welcoming 9-yr NFL running back Danny Woodhead to the show. Danny shares his inspiring story of grit and belief, overcoming the naysayers in high school, college, and all the way to the NFL.

39. Brandon Guyer: Mental Strength Coach Oct 05, 2023

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The guys talk to former MLB player Brandon Guyer, who is a mental performance coach with the Los Angeles Angels and the University of Virginia Baseball team, among others. Brandon shares his expertise and tools to help young athletes develop a strong mindset and mental approach to their sport and to life.

38. PA Mailbag: Jeff Francoeur, Britt Lee, Brad Williams Sep 28, 2023

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Jeff, Britt, and Brad discuss comments and questions sent in by listeners, covering topics such as year-round sports, specialization, discovering your kids’ passion, keeping sports fun, and much more.

37. Mark DeRosa Sep 21, 2023

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The guys sit down with 15-year MLB veteran and manager of Team USA in the 2023 World Baseball Classic, Mark DeRosa. They discuss family, friends, and what it was like to play multiple sports at an Ivy League University!

36. Marty Smith Sep 13, 2023

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In today's episode, the guys talk with one of ESPN’s most popular personalities and co-host of the Marty and McGee show, Marty Smith.

35. Austin Ekeler Sep 07, 2023

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Los Angeles Chargers star running back Austin Ekeler sits down with the guys this week. They talk all things youth sports, from youth football practices leading all the way to his NFL debut. He even convinces everyone why we should draft him in fantasy leagues this season!

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