Podcast by Dr. Rob Ramseyer
28 February 2025
In this episode of Beyond Coaching, we sit down with Joey Reinart, Athletic Director and Assistant Principal at Tonkawa High School in Oklahoma. Joey shares his journey from volunteer coaching little league baseball to leading transformational change as a head football coach and now as an athletic director.
Joey dives into how he built a championship culture at Chisholm High School, turning a struggling football program into a thriving, multi-sport powerhouse. He explains how investing in kids beyond the field, building trust with parents, and fostering cross-sport collaboration created an environment where student-athletes could excel.
Joey’s passion for coaching the whole person shines through as he shares practical strategies for building relationships, developing leadership, and creating sustainable success in athletics.
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21 February 2025
In this episode of Beyond Coaching, Rob is joined by Troy Black and Dylan Heath, two experienced coaches working with junior high and high school athletes at Wichita (KS) Collegiate School. They discuss the evolving landscape of youth sports, from fostering a fun and engaging environment to managing competitive expectations. The conversation explores building successful programs, balancing parent involvement, and coaching the modern athlete in an era dominated by club sports and social pressures.
Key Topics Discussed:
✔️ Building Programs That Last – How strong mentorship and leadership shape youth athletic programs.
✔️ The Fun vs. Competitive Drive Debate – How to keep kids engaged while fostering a winning mindset.
✔️ The Role of Parents in Youth Sports – The pros and cons of early specialization and club sports culture.
✔️ Developing Athletes Beyond the Game – How sports teach resilience, patience, and teamwork.
✔️ Motivating Today’s Athletes – Insights into what truly drives young athletes to compete.
Memorable Quotes:
📢 "If kids know you care about them as people first, they’ll do almost anything for you." – Troy Black
📢 "We want kids to have fun, develop skills, and love the game. The competitive side comes later." – Dylan Heath
Rapid Fire Round Highlights:
📚 Book Recommendation: There’s Only One Way to Win by Vince Lombardi
🏆 Defining Success: Seeing former athletes return and staying connected after their playing days.
📖 New Habit: Reading more coaching and leadership books to improve as a mentor.
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Beyond Coaching is a podcast by the Impactful Coaching Project, in partnership with Friends University. Our mission is to help coaches develop 21st-century athletes by focusing on leadership, personal growth, and impactful coaching strategies.
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43:23
18 February 2025
In this episode of Beyond Coaching, Rob sits down with Kirk Kelley, the Athletic Director and Head Baseball Coach at Oklahoma Wesleyan University. With over 35 years of experience in athletics, Kirk shares his coaching journey, the power of building authentic relationships, and how he balances leading both athletes and fellow coaches.
Whether you're a seasoned coach or just starting out, Kirk’s wisdom and real-world experiences will leave you with practical takeaways on leadership, mentorship, and coaching with integrity.
✅ The Power of Relationships – Why genuine connections with athletes and colleagues shape long-term success.
✅ Core Coaching Values – The principles Kirk has upheld for decades: discipline, accountability, and teamwork.
✅ Balancing Dual Leadership Roles – Insights on managing responsibilities as an Athletic Director and Head Coach without sacrificing effectiveness.
✅ Coaching the Modern Athlete – How social media and external influences impact today’s athletes and the importance of staying authentic.
✅ Learning from Failure – Kirk’s approach to lifelong learning, journaling, and the "one-day contract" mindset inspired by Rick Pitino.
📚 Book Recommendation: The Carolina Way by Dean Smith – A must-read for coaches and leaders.
🏆 Defining Success: Seeing former players return with gratitude for the lessons they learned.
🔄 New Habit: Practicing the "one-day contract" approach to focus on daily excellence.
“The biggest compliment you can ever get is when your former teammates call you a great teammate.”
“I’ve never had a player come back and say, ‘Coach, I wish I wouldn’t have worked so hard.’”
“It’s okay to say you don’t know something—it makes you more effective when you admit it.”
Beyond Coaching is a podcast by the Impactful Coaching Project, in partnership with Friends University. Our mission is to help coaches develop 21st-century athletes by focusing on leadership, personal growth, and impactful coaching strategies.
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16:43
04 February 2025
In this episode, Rob and Dustin explore the idea of being the coach you wanted as an athlete—but is that really the best approach? They dive into the balance between authenticity and adaptability, how coaching styles must evolve with different personalities and team dynamics, and the importance of systems over attitudes in leadership.
Key Topics:
✅ Why the coach you wanted may not be the coach your players need
✅ The balance between honesty, care, and motivation
✅ How personality (introvert vs. extrovert) impacts coaching style
✅ Building coaching frameworks that align with who you are
✅ The importance of curiosity and continuous growth in leadership
Notable Quotes:
💡 "Being a great coach isn’t about mimicking your role models—it’s about being the best version of who you are."
💡 "Coaching isn’t an attitude; it’s a system. The best coaches are consistent and intentional in their approach."
💡 "Your players don’t need a different you every day—they need a consistent leader they can count on."
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08:01
21 January 2025
Discussion with Dr. Steve Dittmore sheds light on the challenges faced by colleges depending on athletic programs for enrollment. Highlighting notable campus closures, he suggests that institutions with 44% or more of their students as athletes could be at financial risk. Furthermore, he emphasizes the importance of parents and student-athletes making realistic decisions on college selection, acknowledging the potential hidden costs and retention issues associated with competitive sports programs.
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Beyond Coaching is a podcast of the Impactful Coaching Project. The Impactful Coaching Project seeks to develop coaches that coach the whole person. ICP is the thought leader in coaching the 21st century athlete and produces training, information, and original research to help coaches develop. It is done in partnership with Friends University in Wichita, KS. For more information, check out https://impactfulcoachingproject.substack.com/.
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07 January 2025
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