In this episode of the Decoding Excellence Show, I'm discussing the rapidly changing landscape of collegiate athletics. From NIL deals and the Transfer Portal to the monumental implications of the House v. NCAA settlement, I explore how these seismic shifts are impacting athletic departments across the nation. As a reminder, our Random Shows shows are a quick 15-30 minute episode where I typically discuss current industry trends, research reads, current events, and occasionally offer my insights into the training process that we're undertaking each week. During this episode, I take a close look at how conference realignments are shaking up competition, focusing on the travel challenges faced by women’s basketball programs. With longer distances and more grueling schedules, how are teams managing the demands of the season? Next, I share insights into the testing and monitoring strategies we use to optimize athlete performance. Specifically, I discuss the use of force plates for Countermovement Jump Testing and how workload monitoring plays a pivotal role in keeping players at their peak on the hardwood. Finally, I pull back the curtain on The Former Athlete Society, the Skool community I’ve built to support former college athletes. I break down all the features, including: 💬 Community Discussion Board: Connect with like-minded former athletes. 📚 Education & Modules: Level up your fitness, nutrition, and mindset. 🏆 Leaderboard & Rewards: Earn points for participation and unlock perks! 👥 1-on-1 Access: Get personalized support when you need it. 📖 Monthly Masterclass: Dive deep into game-changing topics. This episode is packed with actionable insights, behind-the-scenes strategies, and a firsthand look at how we’re supporting athletes in a world that’s constantly evolving. Whether you’re a coach, athlete, or just passionate about collegiate sports, this episode is a must-listen! As always, thank you for supporting The Decoding Excellence Show! In addition to those social mediums, you can head over to AdamRingler.com/Newsletter and sign-up for my weekly newsletter. This is a newsletter for the curious. It's chalked full of interesting articles I've read through the week, things I'm exploring and finding fascinating through my week, and a collections of thought experiences and resources I've cultivated. It's essentially a Birchbox for performance-related articles and musings. If you are looking to help grow and support the Decoding Excellence show, navigate over to Buy Me a Coffee. Buy Me A Coffee is a an easy & fun way to support the show. For the price of a caffè macchiato ☕ you can support the show and help us maintain the quality of the content. One hundred percent of the contributions go directly to supporting the hosting fees associated with operating this podcast. If any of the material resonates with you, I'd love for you engage with me at @AdamRingler Thanks again for listening to the Decoding Excellence Show! I appreciate all the support growing this Sport Science, Strength & Conditioning, and High-Performance Coaching resource. If you have taken anything away from the show, please login to iTunes and navigate to Decoding Excellence page and leave us a FIVE STAR ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review. Former college athletes, this one’s for you. If you’ve felt the void left by the end of your athletic career and want to reconnect with the discipline, drive, and sense of community that shaped your success, The Former Athlete Society is your next team. With resources designed to help you reclaim your edge and thrive in life beyond sports, it’s time to take the next step. Check it out here! 👇 https://adamringler.com/skool
