Rephonic
Artwork for The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast

The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast

Gill Athletics
Track and Field
Coaching
Baylor University
Gill Athletics
NCAA
Recruiting
Women For Women
Track and Field Coaching
Pole Vaulting
400-Meter
Athletic Departments
Athletic Eligibility
National Championships
Javelin
Olympic Coaches
Youth Sports Development
Coaching Experiences
Coaching Philosophy
Gender Equality
Pole Vault

Unlock the world of track & field coaching with The Gill Connections Podcast! Host Mike Cunningham brings you inspiring stories, real conversations, and coaching insights from leaders at every level. Discover a new coach's interview every Monday. Plus, don’t miss the Ted Talks of track/field podcasts with our NEW Gill1918 Project episodes Tuesday-Sunday — short, powerful lessons from top coaches t... more

PublishesDailyEpisodes782Founded6 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
RunningSports

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast

Latest Episodes

Shannon is the Founder & CEO of MyBya.com and the MyBya App, the author of The Lactate Revolution and a 4-time World Championships Triathlon top-10 finisher. This speed-focused talk is the third in a series that Shannon has prepared for us on using l... more

To celebrate Boo Schnexnayder's induction into the 2025 USTFCCCA Coaches Hall of Fame tonight in Dallas, Tx we're replaying his original interview from 2021. As you can imagine, Boo's episode is our #1 most listened to episode EVER! In an effort to u... more

From Glenwood alum to head coach, Mike Garber shares how a mentor’s relentless positivity shaped his coaching, why he treats the classroom like five daily “shows,” and how he helps athletes do what they never thought possible.

🧠 Mindset shift: from... more

YouTube

Every year at the USTFCCCA Convention, we do a LIVE taping of the Gill Connections podcast. Leading up to this year's LIVE taping on December 15th, we'll be showcasing last year's interviews.

Look for information on where we'll be hosting this year... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Recent Guests

Ritchie Beene
Head track and field coach, cross country at Alabama State University
Alabama State University
Episode: BONUS: Ritchie Beene at 2024 USTFCCCA LIVE interview!
Marques Lowe
Director of Track and Field for Kankakee School District and Vipers Track Club
Kankakee School District
Episode: BONUS: Marques Lowe at 2024 USTFCCCA LIVE interview!
Greg Schmidt
Head Coach, Cross Country and Track and Field at University of Bridgeport
University of Bridgeport
Episode: BONUS: Greg Schmidt at 2024 USTFCCCA LIVE interview!
Tyreek Price
Assistant track and field coach at TCU, specializes in horizontal jumps
TCU
Episode: BONUS: Tyreek Price at 2024 USTFCCCA LIVE interview!
Bob Hamer
Director of Track and Field and Cross Country at Rider University
Rider University
Episode: BONUS: Bob Hamer at 2024 USTFCCCA LIVE interview!
Scott Hall
Track and field coach with extensive experience in NCAA athletics
High Point University
Episode: BONUS: Scott Hall at 2024 USTFCCCA LIVE interview!
Charles Ryan
Director of Track and Field at San Jose State
San Jose State University
Episode: BONUS: Charles Ryan at 2024 USTFCCCA LIVE interview!
Maddie Riley
Sports dietitian specializing in nutrition for athletes
Maddie Riley Nutrition
Episode: #88: Gill1918 Presents Sports Dietitian Maddie Riley “Tackling Tummy Troubles” Powered by Coach O
Jhad Jones
Track and Field Coach at the University at Buffalo
University at Buffalo
Episode: #332: Jhad Jones-University at Buffalo | From Football to the Fast Lane

Host

Mike Cunningham
Host focused on inspiring stories and coaching insights from leaders at all levels of track and field. He actively engages with coaches, athletes, and industry experts to provide valuable lessons and discussions in the sport.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 93 ratings
  • State Meet Qualifying Podcast Series!

    I absolutely love the State Meet Qualifying podcast series. I love hearing about the unique features of each State’s qualifying process. Great idea to develop a podcast series around this topic.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    runfaithfullt
    United States2 years ago
  • Thank you

    I look forward to each new episode that comes out. Great podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    J. Mederos
    United States3 years ago
  • Our Stories!

    Great podcast highlighting our stories as track and field and cross country coaches! It's awesome to hear other coaches stories and see how similar so many of our experiences are as coaches but also hear those differences in our paths. It's uplifting to know so many of us are on similar journeys together!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ddavisxctf
    United States3 years ago
  • Opens the door!

    Mike nails it!

    This podcast gives an amazing insight to the world of track and field through great and insightful conversations with the great minds of track and field from the local club AAU coach to the the coaches of the biggest D1 programs.

    As a parent of a young upcoming thrower listening to Mike and his coaches/guests, this podcast makes me a better track parents with a growing passion for the sport each week a new episode is released.

    I highly recommend this podcast for both the sea... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dsdush
    United States4 years ago
  • Awesome guests and hosts

    Mike does an great job getting awesome guests to come on the show. I like how we get to hear stories of how coaches got their starts. A must listen for track and field coaches and fans.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hhsxctrack
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the variety of coaching insights from experienced professionals within track and field.
The engaging style of the host encourages meaningful conversations and connections among listeners.
The concise format of the Gill1918 Project episodes is praised for delivering impactful lessons quickly.
Many find the episodes inspiring, noting personal growth and new understanding from the discussions.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#101
United States/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#229
United Kingdom/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#90
Israel/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#170
South Africa/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#222
Ireland/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#223
Netherlands/Sports/Running

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

BONUS: Tyreek Price at 2024 USTFCCCA LIVE interview!
Q: What's your thoughts, feelings, actions on just all this, call it craziness, if you will, this change in the NCAA?
Tyreek reflects positively on the NCAA changes, highlighting both challenges and opportunities for mid-division schools and HBCUs.
BONUS: Marques Lowe at 2024 USTFCCCA LIVE interview!
Q: What do you foresee in participation rates among your middle school and high school athletes?
Lowe reports stable or increasing participation rates in his programs, especially as other sports finish their seasons.
BONUS: Marques Lowe at 2024 USTFCCCA LIVE interview!
Q: How are you maybe preparing your athletes, your juniors, sophomores, freshmen, and maybe seniors this year?
Lowe emphasizes keeping options open for student-athletes and offers guidance on navigating the recruitment process as changes occur in the NCAA.
BONUS: Ritchie Beene at 2024 USTFCCCA LIVE interview!
Q: Do you look at this differently regarding retirement, knowing the changes in NCAA?
Ritchie contemplates retirement but is committed to enjoying coaching and contributing positively to the sport as long as he can.
BONUS: Ritchie Beene at 2024 USTFCCCA LIVE interview!
Q: What do you think, thoughts, feelings, actions on all this NCAA stuff, how it might affect you?
Ritchie is in a listening phase regarding the changes and emphasizes the need for education on the new NCAA rules while being concerned about the lack of clear guidance.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About This Podcast

What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focusing on the world of track and field, this podcast provides a platform for coaches, athletes, and industry experts to share their insights and experiences. With a wide range of topics that include coaching techniques, athlete nutrition, and the evolving landscape of track and field, listeners can expect engaging interviews that not only inspire but also educate. Unique features, like the Gill1918 Project episodes, offer succinct lessons from top coaches, making it a valuable resource for both seasoned professionals and newcomers alike. Insights into youth sports, parental involvement, and personal coaching stories resonate throughout, fostering a strong sense of community among those passionate about this sport.

Where can I find podcast stats for this podcast?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to this podcast and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does this podcast get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for this podcast, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for this podcast?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for this podcast, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does this podcast have?

To see how many followers or subscribers this podcast has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to this podcast?

These podcasts share a similar audience with this podcast:

1. Just Fly Performance Podcast
2. The On Track & Field Podcast!
3. The Track and Field Performance Podcast
4. The Strength Coach Podcast
5. THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCAST

How many episodes of this podcast are there?

this podcast launched 6 years ago and published 782 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact this podcast?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for this podcast?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for this podcast from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for this podcast?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of this podcast. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on this podcast?

Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Ritchie Beene
2. Marques Lowe
3. Greg Schmidt
4. Tyreek Price
5. Bob Hamer
6. Scott Hall
7. Charles Ryan
8. Maddie Riley

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days