Elevating High School Sports Brian Bonn

The host announces a change in the podcast's name from Unleashed Athletics to Elevating High School Sports. The mission of the podcast remains the same, which is to have conversations that inform listeners about high school sports. The host expresses gratitude for the support and engagement from the community and shares plans to create an online network and explore opportunities within high schools. The episode concludes with a call for suggestions on coaches, administrators, and officials to interview.

The podcast's name has changed from Unleashed Athletics to Elevating High School Sports.
The mission of the podcast remains the same, which is to inform listeners about high school sports.
The host expresses gratitude for the support and engagement from the community.
Plans include creating an online network and exploring opportunities within high schools.
Suggestions for coaches, administrators, and officials to interview are welcomed.

00:00Introduction and Name Change
03:00Mission and Purpose
06:19Creating an Online Network
09:26Exploring Opportunities within High Schools
09:54Seeking Suggestions for Interviews

In this episode of Elevating High School Sports, host Brian Bonn interviews Dan Rigby, the owner of Win the Day Planner and a coach and educator. They discuss Dan's background in coaching and education, the importance of character development in athletes, and the challenges and pressures faced by high school athletes today. Dan emphasizes the need for coaches and parents to prioritize the growth and well-being of young athletes over winning championships. He also highlights the mental and physical demands of the sport of wrestling and the qualities of successful wrestlers. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the importance of communication and setting clear goals for athletes and parents. Dan Rigby, owner of the Win the Day Planner, discusses the importance of planning and reflection for student athletes. He emphasizes the need for athletes to be intentional and mindful in their daily routines, both academically and athletically. The planner includes sections for gratitude, goal setting, academic planning, and reflection. Rigby also highlights the value of effective communication and teamwork, which are fostered through the planner's Word of the Week and Quote of the Week features. The planner is available in both paper-based and app formats, with additional resources and videos provided in the app. Rigby encourages athletes to cherish their athletic careers and make the most of every moment.
 
Takeaways

Coaches and parents need to prioritize the growth and well-being of young athletes over winning championships.
Successful wrestlers are not only skilled in the sport but also exhibit strong character and moral compass.
The landscape of high school sports is experiencing an identity crisis, with an emphasis on winning and a lack of focus on personal development.
Parents and coaches should have open and honest conversations about goals, expectations, and the well-being of the athlete.
Communication and setting clear goals are crucial for the success and happiness of young athletes. Planning and reflection are essential for student athletes to optimize their academic and athletic performance.
The Win the Day Planner includes sections for gratitude, goal setting, academic planning, and reflection.
Effective communication and teamwork are fostered through the planner's Word of the Week and Quote of the Week features.
The planner is available in both paper-based and app formats, with additional resources and videos provided in the app.
Athletes should cherish their athletic careers and make the most of every moment.

Chapters
00:00 - Introdu

In this episode, Brian Bonn interviews Scott Hormann, the head coach of Lutheran High School in Colorado and a coach for Colorado USA Prime. They discuss the importance of high school and club baseball, the role of coaches in shaping young men, and the challenges of holding players accountable. They also touch on the landscape of club sports and the importance of finding a team where players can get playing time. The conversation revolves around the importance of finding the right team and coach in order to succeed in baseball. It emphasizes that college coaches don't care about the team you play on, but rather your individual skills and performance. The first two days of tournaments are more important than the last two, as college coaches want to find talent among all the teams. It's crucial to find a place where you can play and improve your skills, and to have a coach who cares about your development.
The conversation also touches on the need for players to compete and push themselves, and the importance of accountability and self-improvement. The conversation explores the importance of representing your school in sports and the value of competitiveness. The hosts discuss how the high school season allows players to develop their skills and compete as a team. They emphasize the need for players to be competitive and push themselves to improve. The conversation also touches on the role of video games in teaching competitiveness and the growth of baseball in Colorado. The hosts highlight the importance of relationships, communication, and letting players learn from their failures. They conclude by emphasizing the impact of sports on individuals' lives and the importance of mentoring and teaching.
 
Takeaways

Coaches play a crucial role in helping young men become better individuals and preparing them for life beyond sports.
Parents should understand that coaches want what's best for their student-athletes and are invested in their personal growth.
Accountability is a vital aspect of coaching, but it can be challenging in a generation where accountability is not emphasized in other areas of life.
The landscape of club sports can be difficult to navigate, but it's important for players to find a team that fits their family, budget, ability, and desire.
Playing time and development are more important than being on a top-tier team, as college coaches will recognize talent regardless of the team a player is on. College coaches care more about individual skills and performance than the team you play on.
The first two days of tournaments are more important for college recruiting.
Finding a place where you can play and improve your skills is crucial.
Having a coach who cares about your development is important.
Players need to compete and push themselves to improve.
Accountability and self-improvement are key to success in baseball. Represent

In this episode, host Brian Bonn discusses how parents can effectively communicate with coaches when they have concerns or conflicts. He emphasizes the importance of approaching the conversation with a calm and respectful demeanor, setting clear goals for the discussion, and considering the best interests of the entire team. Bonn also encourages parents to have realistic expectations and allow their children to face challenges and grow through adversity.
 
Keywords: parent-coach communication, conflict resolution, effective conversation, setting goals, team dynamics, realistic expectations, growth through adversity
 
Takeaways:

Approach conversations with coaches calmly and respectfully.
Set clear goals for the discussion and communicate them to the coach.
Consider the best interests of the entire team, not just your own child.
Have realistic expectations and allow your child to face challenges and grow through adversity.

Chapters:
00:00- Introduction: Parents Taking the Lead
05:14- Approaching the Conversation: Starting on the Right Foot
09:29- Getting a Thoughtful Response from the Coach

In this episode, Brian Bonn discusses the importance of players taking ownership and leading from where they are on the team. He emphasizes that leadership is not limited to the best players, but is a responsibility that every player should embrace. Bonn encourages players to support their coaches, hold themselves and their teammates accountable, and work together to build a strong team culture. He shares personal experiences and highlights the impact of players taking initiative and leading by example. Bonn concludes by urging players to have difficult conversations and invest in their teams at the deepest level.
Takeaways
Leadership is not limited to the best players on the team; every player has a role to play in leading and building team culture.Players should support their coaches and hold themselves and their teammates accountable.Leading from where you are means taking initiative, being a cheerleader, and doing the small things that contribute to the team's success.Difficult conversations are a part of leadership and can have a significant impact on the team's dynamics and performance.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Recap of Previous Episodes04:21 Leading from Where You Are: The Role of Every Player08:25 The Danger of Relying Only on What You Know14:16 The Impact of Players Taking Ownership
 

In this episode, host Brian Bonn interviews Greg Coplen, the cross country coach at Chaparral High School in Denver, Colorado. They discuss the importance of building a strong team culture and the impact it has on the success of the athletes. Coplen emphasizes the value of relationships, work ethic, competition, and the way athletes respond to success and failure in shaping the team culture. He also highlights the significance of self-evaluation and personal growth, rather than comparing oneself to others.
Coplen shares his strategies for combating identity crises and complacency among student-athletes. The conversation concludes with a reflection on the gradual transformation of the program under Coplen's leadership. Coach Greg Coplen shares his experience of building a successful cross country program and the importance of building relationships with athletes. He emphasizes the commitment to the team and the belief in each athlete's potential. Coplen highlights the stories of individual athletes who overcame challenges and achieved personal growth. He also discusses the significance of creating a positive team culture and the role of coaches in shaping that culture. Coplen encourages coaches to never stop loving their athletes and parents to approach their child's high school experience with trust and an open mind.

Building a strong team culture is essential for success in athletics.
Relationships, work ethic, and competition are key components of team culture.
Success and failure, as well as the way athletes respond to them, contribute to the overall team culture.
Self-evaluation and personal growth are more important than comparing oneself to others.
Coaches play a crucial role in combating identity crises and complacency among student-athletes.
Gradual transformation and consistent commitment are necessary for building a successful program. Commitment to the team and belief in each athlete's potential are key to building a successful program.
Individual stories of growth and overcoming challenges contribute to a strong team culture.
Coaches should never stop loving their athletes and continue to invest in their lives even after they leave the program.
Parents should approach their child's high school experience with trust and an open mind, believing in the coaches and the process.
Building a positive team culture requires constant learning, adaptation, and a focus on the core values that made the program successful.