Brentwood Academy Podcast

Brentwood Academy
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Built on a strong foundation of personal relationships with one another and with Christ, the Brentwood Academy mission flourishes each day as faculty and students pursue excellence in academics, athletics, the arts, and their faith. Through this podcast it’s our goal to provide a place to hear about unique programs, chapel talks, interesting stories and profiles on members of the BA community. To learn more about BA visit us online at brentwoodacademy.com. 

  1. 6d ago

    This Month in Eagle Athletics – October 2026

    This month, athletic director Jason Matthews spends time with three Brentwood Academy programs that work hard all fall, often without much of a spotlight. First up is cross country. Coach Marshall Smith talks about the mentors who got him into running, including BA legends Charlie Harper and Ed Hessey. He also explains how a sport that looks individual becomes a team effort. Runners Levi and Avery describe heavy training weeks and how they push through the hardest part of a race, which for Levi means Joshua 1:9. They also explain where the boys’ “Butter Squad” got its name. With the state meet less than a month away, Coach Smith says what a successful season would look like. Next, the show goes to the sideline on a Friday night. Cheerleaders Sadie and Bailey compare game-day cheer with competition, talk about the third-quarter light show, and describe the 12-plus hours a week it takes to defend a state title on the way to nationals. To close, dance captain Tatum and Sara Elaine McNew talk about the team’s unity, its second season performing on the football sideline, and the “coming for it” mindset the team is bringing to state and nationals. Join us as we celebrate the Eagles who pursue excellence in body, mind and spirit, to the glory of God.

  2. Oct 26

    Who We Are – Christ-Centered

    What makes Brentwood Academy such a special place to learn, grow, and belong? It starts with the people. In Who We Are, we take a closer look at the faculty and staff who bring Brentwood Academy's mission to life every day. Through personal stories, meaningful conversations, and reflections on their calling as educators, we explore the values that shape our community and the relationships that make the BA experience unique. At Brentwood Academy, four defining attributes guide who we are and how we serve: Christ-Centered, Relationally Invested, Servant Teammates, and Committed to Growth. More than words, these attributes reflect a shared commitment to nurturing and challenging each whole person—body, mind, and spirit—to the glory of God. The Brentwood Academy experience is shaped by much more than academics, athletics, and the arts. It is shaped by people who intentionally invest in the lives of students and one another. In this Who We Are series, we go beyond the classroom to hear directly from BA faculty and staff about their experiences, their passion for Christian education, and the values that guide their work. Throughout the series, we explore: Christ-Centered: How faith in Jesus Christ provides the foundation for our purpose, relationships, and daily work. Relationally Invested: Why meaningful connections with students, families, and colleagues are central to the Brentwood Academy experience. Servant Teammates: How a spirit of service, collaboration, and encouragement strengthens our school community. Committed to Growth: Why continued learning, personal development, and a willingness to grow matter for both educators and students. At the heart of every conversation is a shared purpose: preparing students for lives of faith, learning, and service. Learn more about Brentwood Academy: www.brentwoodacademy.com

  3. Oct 7

    This Month in Eagle Athletics – September 2026

    In this episode of This Month in Eagle Athletics, Athletic Director Jason Mathews takes us inside three Brentwood Academy fall sports programs to hear from the coaches and student-athletes who are putting in the work, building strong teams, and representing BA both on and off the field of competition. We begin with Eagle Volleyball, where Coach Dearing and members of the team talk about the chemistry that has made this group special, memorable moments from the season, and the determination it takes to battle through long rallies and tough matches. They also reflect on the energy of the first Eagle Rally, Coach Dearing’s milestone 850th career victory, and what it means to wear BA across your chest and compete for something bigger than yourself. Then, Jason heads out to the soccer field with Director of Soccer Otey Smithson, who shares how a young and aggressive girls soccer team continues to grow throughout the season. They discuss emerging leaders, the technology being used to measure player performance, the incredible distance players cover during a match, and what the Eagles need to do as they prepare for postseason play. Finally, Head Golf Coach VJ Galpooti joins the show to talk about a season defined by perseverance, strength, and fun. He shares the impact of senior leadership, Lauren Cleater’s memorable individual victory at the Father Ryan Invitational, the promising young players coming through the program, and how Brentwood Academy’s new Golf Center is helping take player development to another level. Across every conversation, one theme stands out: BA Athletics is about more than wins and losses. It’s about relationships, leadership, perseverance, growth, and competing together as Eagles. In this episode: The chemistry and competitive mentality behind BA VolleyballWhat it means to compete for your team, your school, and the glory of GodThe atmosphere and impact of the Eagle RallyCoach Dearing’s 850th career victoryGirls Soccer’s young talent and developing leadershipHow technology is helping BA track soccer performanceThe importance of finishing strong heading into postseason playGolf’s senior leadership and emerging young talentFather Ryan Invitational victoryThe impact of BA’s new Golf CenterWhy even individual sports become team experiences at Brentwood AcademyThis Month in Eagle Athletics is a special series of the Brentwood Academy Podcast celebrating the coaches, student-athletes, teams, and stories that make Eagle Athletics special.

  4. Sep 15

    A Heart for Middle School

    Middle school is a season of tremendous growth, discovery, and transformation. In this special episode of the Brentwood Academy Podcast, former Middle School Director and current BA Board of Trustees member Nancy Brasher, Interim Head of School Jenny Cretin, and Middle School Director Susan Cobb reflect on the joys and challenges of these formative years, the importance of steady and caring adults, and the role Christian education plays in helping students discover who God created them to be. Together, they share the heart behind BA’s middle school experience and the people, relationships, and faith that make it so special.

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  5. 07/22/2025

    Middle School to Upper School Transition

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  6. 04/01/2025

    Guided By His Hand, Episode 08 - Remembering Cindy Tripp

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  7. 02/25/2025

    Guided By His Hand, Episode 07 - An Overcoming Spirit, A Conversation with BA Alum Michael Vaughn '80

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  8. 02/04/2025

    Live From Welcome Weekend- A Conversation with Curt Masters and incoming Head of School, Dr. John Patterson

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Built on a strong foundation of personal relationships with one another and with Christ, the Brentwood Academy mission flourishes each day as faculty and students pursue excellence in academics, athletics, the arts, and their faith. Through this podcast it’s our goal to provide a place to hear about unique programs, chapel talks, interesting stories and profiles on members of the BA community. To learn more about BA visit us online at brentwoodacademy.com. 

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  • Creator
    Brentwood Academy
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
  • Episodes
    72
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Brentwood Academy Podcast
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