Sports Management Podcast

Marcus Filipsson
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Where top sports managers share experiences from and passion for the sports management industry.

  1. #257 How Great Footballers Are Really Developed | Arturo Hoyos

    3d ago

    #257 How Great Footballers Are Really Developed | Arturo Hoyos

    Welcome to episode 257 of Sports Management Podcast. Today's guest is Arturo Hoyos, coach at Surf Soccer Club and founder of Elite IQ Football, where he specializes in developing elite youth football players through long-term athlete development and coach education. In this episode we discuss why development should always come before winning, how parents influence player success, what separates elite players from everyone else, and why mentality often matters more than talent. In this episode, we spoke about: • Why player development should always come before winning • The role parents play in youth football success • How elite football environments develop future professionals • Why mentality beats talent over the long term   Timestamps 00:00 Welcome Arturo Hoyos 00:22 Inside Surf Soccer Club 01:14 Building Character Through Football 02:42 Managing Ambitious Parents 05:15 Development Before Winning 07:02 When Winning Starts to Matter 08:49 College & National Team Pathways 10:22 Following Players for Years 11:20 Private Coaching for Young Players 13:00 Can You Spot Future Stars? 16:18 The Growth of Football in America 20:25 Becoming a Licensed Coach 26:04 From Corporate Life to Football Coach 29:37 The Future of Coaching 31:11 Advice for Future Coaches SPONSOR: Listeners of the Sports Management Podcast get an exclusive 20% off on SportsPro+ with the code SMPOD20. All you need to do is head to sportspro.com/membership and start exploring today. Follow Sports Management Podcast on social media Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube www.sportsmanagementpodcast.com

    34 min
  2. #256 From Olympic Swimmer to Entrepreneur: Building a Sports Tourism Business | Ioannis Drymonakos

    Jun 22

    #256 From Olympic Swimmer to Entrepreneur: Building a Sports Tourism Business | Ioannis Drymonakos

    Welcome to episode 256 of Sports Management Podcast. Today's guest is Ioannis Drymonakos, former Olympic swimmer, European record holder, World Championship finalist, and founder of Swimming Cruise. Ioannis represented Greece at three Olympic Games, competed against legends like Michael Phelps, and became one of Greece's most successful swimmers before transitioning into entrepreneurship through sports tourism and wellness experiences in Greece. In this episode, we spoke about: • Competing at three Olympic Games and against Michael Phelps • The sacrifices and realities of elite swimming • Life after professional sport and becoming an entrepreneur • Building Swimming Cruise and the future of sports tourism TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Welcome to the Podcast 00:24 Discovering Swimming 02:17 The Road to the Olympics 04:19 Learning from Legends 06:12 The Hardest Part of Elite Sport 08:29 First Olympic Memories 10:32 Breaking a European Record 14:06 Career Highlight: World Championship Final 15:33 Dealing with Setbacks 17:07 Building Swimming Cruise 19:33 Why Poros Is Perfect 24:19 Lessons from Survivor 27:18 Open Water vs Pool Swimming 30:56 Coaching Amateur Swimmers 32:10 Growing a Sports Tourism Business Follow Sports Management Podcast on social media Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube www.sportsmanagementpodcast.com

    38 min
  3. #255 The Winning Mindset: Leadership, Resilience & Mental Performance | Sherry Levin

    Jun 15

    #255 The Winning Mindset: Leadership, Resilience & Mental Performance | Sherry Levin

    Welcome to episode 255 of Sports Management Podcast. Today's guest is Sherry Levin, leadership expert, speaker, author of Pregame: A Winning Mindset, former basketball coach, ESPN analyst, and resilience advocate. Over decades in sports, coaching, broadcasting, and leadership development, Sherry has helped athletes and professionals unlock the power of mindset, confidence, resilience, and personal growth. In this episode, we spoke about: • Why mindset may account for 70-80% of performance • Building resilience through failure and adversity • Leadership lessons from decades of coaching elite athletes • Practical tools for confidence, gratitude, and mental toughness TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction 01:07 Why Sports Teach Life Skills 06:05 Becoming a Coach 08:37 Why Mindset Matters 10:10 Training Your Mindset 12:18 The Power of Gratitude 13:50 Mental Resets & Self-Talk 15:54 Building Confidence Through Positivity 17:39 Leadership Evolution 20:20 Demanding Without Demeaning 22:54 Resilience Through Failure 26:29 Writing Pregame: A Winning Mindset 32:16 Social Media & Mental Strength 35:12 Overcoming Cancer 40:41 Advice for Future Sports Leaders 44:11 Guest Recommendation & Closing SPONSOR: Listeners of the Sports Management Podcast get an exclusive 20% off on SportsPro+ with the code SMPOD20. All you need to do is head to sportspro.com/membership and start exploring today. Follow Sports Management Podcast on social media Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube www.sportsmanagementpodcast.com

    46 min
  4. #254 The Business of Volleyball: 800 Million Fans and Massive Growth Potential

    Jun 8

    #254 The Business of Volleyball: 800 Million Fans and Massive Growth Potential

    Welcome to episode 254 of Sports Management Podcast. Today's guest is Ugo Valensi, CEO of Volleyball World. Ugo has held leadership roles across sports, media, and commercial strategy, including senior positions in tennis, football, and global sports marketing. In this episode, he shares how Volleyball World is transforming one of the world's largest participation sports into a global commercial powerhouse. In this episode, we spoke about: • How Volleyball World is commercializing a sport with 800 million fans • The role of CVC Capital Partners in accelerating growth • Building athlete brands and fan engagement in volleyball • Future trends in sports media, OTT platforms, and content consumption TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction to Volleyball World 00:15 What Volleyball World Actually Does 01:24 Commercializing an 800 Million Fan Sport 03:26 Lessons from Tennis & Football 05:05 Athlete Storytelling & Docuseries 06:12 Indoor vs Beach Volleyball 08:09 Reinventing Beach Volleyball 08:23 Road to Los Angeles 2028 09:42 Volleyball's Biggest Growth Markets 11:38 Planning Events Years Ahead 13:05 Vision for the Next Five Years 14:33 The Future of Sports Consumption 16:25 Creating One Global Fan Narrative 17:20 Ugo's Career Journey 24:10 Networking & Career Advice 28:28 The Role of Private Equity in Sports   Follow Sports Management Podcast on social media Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube www.sportsmanagementpodcast.com

    32 min
  5. #253 Leading Football Through Controversy: FIFA, Equality & The Future of the Game | Lise Klaveness

    Jun 1

    #253 Leading Football Through Controversy: FIFA, Equality & The Future of the Game | Lise Klaveness

    Welcome to episode 253 of Sports Management Podcast. Today's guest is Lise Klaveness, President of the Norwegian Football Federation. In 2022, she became the first woman to lead the federation in its 120-year history and has since become one of the most influential voices in global football governance, equality and leadership. In this episode, we spoke about: Leading Norwegian football through major global controversies FIFA governance, World Cup hosting and human rights Building equality in football on and off the pitch Leadership, networking and career advice for future sports professionals Timestamps 00:00 First Female President 00:14 Why She Said No 02:17 The FIFA Speech 05:11 Principles vs Politics 07:47 World Cup Governance 10:59 Football & Human Rights 15:39 Should Sport Be Political? 16:48 World Cup Life Behind The Scenes 19:35 From Player To President 24:24 Becoming Technical Director 25:40 Breaking Glass Ceilings 29:18 Equality In Football 34:16 Advice For Future Leaders 35:37 The Value Of Hard Work 38:01 Khalida Popal's Incredible Story   Lise Klaveness shares her remarkable journey from professional footballer and lawyer to becoming the first female President of the Norwegian Football Federation. The conversation explores FIFA governance, World Cup hosting, human rights, equality in football, leadership under pressure, and the responsibilities of sports organizations in modern society. Whether you work in sports business, football administration, coaching, governance or leadership, this episode provides valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of global football.

    40 min
  6. #252 Why Padel Clubs Succeed (And Why Others Fail) | CEO Patricio Misitrano

    May 25

    #252 Why Padel Clubs Succeed (And Why Others Fail) | CEO Patricio Misitrano

    Welcome to episode 252 of Sports Management Podcast. Today's guest is Patricio Misitrano, CEO of Racket Social Club and a key figure behind Racket360, one of the most ambitious ecosystems in the rapidly growing racket sports industry. From club operations and events to e-commerce and league management, Patricio has spent decades helping grow racket sports across the United States. In this episode, we spoke about: The growth and future of padel in the United States Why community is the secret to successful clubs Building careers in the racket sports industry Networking, hiring and leadership lessons from sport Timestamps 00:00 Welcome to the Show 00:20 Inside the Racket360 Ecosystem 02:34 The State of Padel in America 04:10 Tracking Padel's Rapid Growth 06:15 Why Courts Alone Don't Work 07:00 Key Trends Shaping Padel 07:58 The Rise of Indoor Facilities 09:26 Community Is Everything 11:16 Building a Successful Club 15:48 Can the USA Become a Padel Powerhouse? 20:06 Growing Up with Padel in Argentina 22:00 From Coach to CEO 23:41 What Great Employers Look For 24:44 Careers Beyond Coaching 28:34 Networking That Opens Doors 30:46 The Ultimate Networking Expert Patricio Misitrano shares practical lessons on leadership, club operations, community building, hiring, networking and the future of padel in the United States. Whether you're a sports executive, coach, entrepreneur, student or racket sports enthusiast, this episode offers valuable insights into one of the fastest-growing sectors in the sports industry.

    32 min

  7. May 18

    #251 The "Expedia for Racket Sports": How Courts App Is Transforming Tennis, Padel & Pickleball | Daren Hornig

    Welcome to episode 251 of Sports Management Podcast. In today's episode, we are joined by Daren Hornig, CEO of Courts App — a marketplace often described as the "Expedia for racket sports," helping players find and book courts anytime, anywhere. In this episode, we spoke about: Building a two-sided marketplace for racket sports How AI is transforming sports facility access The explosive growth of pickleball and padel Why most sports careers aren't what people expect Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to Courts App 00:19 What Is the "Expedia for Racket Sports"? 01:12 The Problem: Unused Courts 02:17 Why Technology Was Missing in Racket Sports 03:36 AI Integration & ChatGPT Booking 04:24 AI Concierge "Hey Courtney" 05:19 Tech Background & Startup Lessons 06:56 Why He Entered Racket Sports 07:48 Marketplace Model Explained 08:31 Growth of Padel & Pickleball 09:17 Transition from Real Estate to Tech 10:53 Building the Right Startup Team 11:45 Challenges in a Fragmented Industry 14:58 AI, Free Time & Sports Growth 16:29 Dynamic Pricing & Increasing Participation 27:58 Why Working in Sports Isn't What You Think SPONSOR: Listeners of the Sports Management Podcast get an exclusive 20% off on SportsPro+ with the code SMPOD20. All you need to do is head to sportspro.com/membership and start exploring today. Follow Sports Management Podcast on social media Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube www.sportsmanagementpodcast.com

    38 min
  8. #250 What Kobe Bryant Taught About Discipline, Consistency & Elite Performance | Alan Stein Jr.

    May 11

    #250 What Kobe Bryant Taught About Discipline, Consistency & Elite Performance | Alan Stein Jr.

    Welcome to episode 250 of Sports Management Podcast. In today's episode, we are joined by Alan Stein Jr., who has spent over 15 years working with elite NBA athletes and is now a world-renowned keynote speaker and author. In this conversation, we dive deep into what truly separates elite performers from the rest and how those lessons apply far beyond sports. In this episode, we spoke about: The habits and mindset of elite performers Why discipline beats motivation every time How to perform under pressure How to apply sports lessons to business and leadership Timestamps: 00:00 Welcome & Episode 250 Milestone 00:39 What Elite Athletes Teach About Performance 01:20 Mastering the Basics 02:03 Confidence vs Humility 03:18 Process Over Outcome 03:46 What Separates the Top 1% 04:34 Consistency as a Superpower 05:20 Discipline vs Feelings 06:09 Why Motivation Is Overrated 08:26 Performing Under Pressure 09:05 Pressure Is Self-Imposed 10:58 Visualization & Self-Talk 13:41 Being Okay With Losing 16:27 Sports Lessons Applied to Business 27:34 The "Next Play" Mindset SPONSOR: Listeners of the Sports Management Podcast get an exclusive 20% off on SportsPro+ with the code SMPOD20. All you need to do is head to sportspro.com/membership and start exploring today. Follow Sports Management Podcast on social media Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube www.sportsmanagementpodcast.com

    42 min
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Where top sports managers share experiences from and passion for the sports management industry.

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  • Creator
    Marcus Filipsson
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    261
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