Play, Learn, Lead

Mr. Lee

This podcast dives into the journeys of school coaches, exploring how they bring lessons from the field into the classroom to inspire teamwork, resilience, and leadership. Through engaging interviews, each episode highlights the unique connection between sports and education, showcasing the impact coaches have both on and off the field.

  1. Coach KB Sallee: "My Parents Did a Really Good Job of Checking In On Me"

    07/07/2025

    Coach KB Sallee: "My Parents Did a Really Good Job of Checking In On Me"

    This week on Play, Learn, Lead, we sit down with Coach KB Sallee—a former Division 1 volleyball player who now leads and mentors athletes at both the high school and club level. From her early days falling in love with sports to the moment she knew she was meant to coach, KB opens up about the journey that shaped her. We dive into: How sports shaped her as a young athlete What she learned as a D1 player The real mental and emotional battles girls face in sports How she leads with purpose far beyond the game Why coaching is about building character, not just skills Plus, a rapid fire round that reveals her favorite drill, one-word coaching style, and the quote that keeps her grounded. 🎧 Listen now on your favorite podcast platform—and don’t forget to share with a coach, teammate, or sports-loving student in your life! Love the episode? Hit subscribe and stay in the game with us! 🏀🎙️ Let’s keep playing, learning, and leading together: https://tinyurl.com/48wmzefp This episode is packed with insight for parents, athletes, and anyone who believes in coaching with heart. #PlayLearnLead #VolleyballCoach #YouthAthleteDevelopment #GirlsInSports #CoachWithPurpose #AthleteMindset #SportsLeadership #HighSchoolCoach #ClubVolleyball #CoachesWhoLead #MentorshipMatters #BeyondTheGame #PurposeDrivenCoach #AthleteGrowth #MentalHealthInSports #SportsParenting #FemaleAthletes #VolleyballLife #CharacterOverStats #CoachLife #InspiringAthletes #LeadershipThroughSports #AthleteMentor

    57 min
  2. Kameron Roach: "I get to Know Them (Student Athletes) Outside of Their Sport"

    06/23/2025

    Kameron Roach: "I get to Know Them (Student Athletes) Outside of Their Sport"

    This week on Play, Learn, Lead, I had the chance to sit down with Kameron Roach, the Director of Student-Athlete Development at UNC Charlotte. From growing up as a young athlete with big dreams to becoming a D1 basketball player, Kameron's story is all about growth, grit, and giving back. We talked about the coaches who shaped her early on, the moment she realized she had the talent to compete at the next level, and what the recruiting process taught her. She opened up about why she chose to start her college career at Kentucky—and what led her to transfer and find her fit at UNC Charlotte. Now, in her role helping student-athletes thrive off the court, Kameron shares how she’s mentoring, motivating, and making a difference through leadership, career prep, and mindset development. This episode is full of heart, purpose, and powerful takeaways for anyone who works with young athletes. 🎧 Listen now on your favorite podcast platform—and don’t forget to share with a coach, teammate, or sports-loving student in your life! Love the episode? Hit subscribe and stay in the game with us! 🏀🎙️ Let’s keep playing, learning, and leading together:  https://tinyurl.com/48wmzefp #PlayLearnLead  #KameronRoach  #UNCC  #StudentAthleteDevelopment  #LeadershipThroughSports  #CollegeAthletics  #MrLeePodcast  #CoachingMatters  #MentorshipMatters  #AthleteMindset  #BasketballJourney  #TeacherCoach  #LifeAfterSports  #GrowTheGame  #PurposeOverPoints

    33 min
  3. Coach Conner: "I’m Not A Big Yeller... I Try To Be As Encouraging As Possible."

    06/09/2025

    Coach Conner: "I’m Not A Big Yeller... I Try To Be As Encouraging As Possible."

    This week, I sat down with East Gaston High School’s tennis coach and social studies teacher, Coach Conner, to explore her journey from a young athlete with big dreams to a powerful force in both the classroom and on the court. We kicked things off by talking about the younger version of Coach Conner—the sports she played growing up, what drew her to tennis, and the people who influenced her early on. She shared the goals she had as a student-athlete and how those dreams evolved over time. In the classroom, Coach Conner brings the same focus and strategy that she uses on the tennis court. We dove into how athletics and academics intersect, and how she helps students see the value in both. Her insights into the crossover between teaching and coaching were powerful—especially the way she builds a strong classroom culture rooted in teamwork, growth, and resilience. We wrapped the conversation with a look at leadership—how Coach Conner cultivates it in her students, how she teaches teamwork in an individual sport like tennis, and what she’s learned about inspiring kids in today’s world. She also opened up about where she sees herself growing next as both a coach and an educator. 🎧 Listen now on your favorite podcast platform—and if you know a coach, teacher, or tennis lover, share this one with them. It’s full of heart, perspective, and practical gems from someone who leads with purpose. Love this content? Hit subscribe and join the team! 🏆🔥 Let’s grow and learn together! 👊🎙️https://tinyurl.com/48wmzefp #TennisCoach #HighSchoolTennis #CoachingMatters #CoachLife #FemaleCoaches #sportsleadership  #PlayLearnLead #EducationPodcast #CoachTalk #StudentGrowth #MotivateInspireLead #PodcastForEducators #kuveikis #coachconner #reaganconner #eastgaston

    37 min

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This podcast dives into the journeys of school coaches, exploring how they bring lessons from the field into the classroom to inspire teamwork, resilience, and leadership. Through engaging interviews, each episode highlights the unique connection between sports and education, showcasing the impact coaches have both on and off the field.