In this engaging conversation, Preston Jackson interviews Paul Russo, a former professional baseball player and current coach, discussing his journey from youth sports to a successful career in baseball. Russo shares insights on the importance of work ethic, the evolution of youth sports, and the founding of the Hit Factory Baseball Organization.
Full Episode: In this conversation, Coach Quentin Burrell shares his journey from high school football in Georgia to coaching at Southern University. He discusses the competitive landscape of high school football, the challenges of transitioning to college recruitment, and the cultural shock he experienced moving from an all-black high school to Notre Dame. Coach Burrell also highlights the differences between FCS and FBS programs, his evolving coaching philosophy, and the impact of parenting on a player’s recruitment process. In this conversation, Coach Quentin Burrell discusses the critical balance between athletics and education for young athletes. He emphasizes the importance of internal motivation, the evolving landscape of college recruitment, and offers valuable advice for aspiring recruits. The discussion also delves into the dynamics of recruitment meetings and the significance of making informed decisions about college opportunities. Coach Burrell highlights the necessity of using sports as a means to achieve educational goals and prepares young athletes for life beyond sports.
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Full Episode: In this conversation, Coach Quentin Burrell shares his journey from high school football in Georgia to coaching at Southern University. He discusses the competitive landscape of high school football, the challenges of transitioning to college recruitment, and the cultural shock he experienced moving from an all-black high school to Notre Dame. Coach Burrell also highlights the differences between FCS and FBS programs, his evolving coaching philosophy, and the impact of parenting on a player’s recruitment process. In this conversation, Coach Quentin Burrell discusses the critical balance between athletics and education for young athletes. He emphasizes the importance of internal motivation, the evolving landscape of college recruitment, and offers valuable advice for aspiring recruits. The discussion also delves into the dynamics of recruitment meetings and the significance of making informed decisions about college opportunities. Coach Burrell highlights the necessity of using sports as a means to achieve educational goals and prepares young athletes for life beyond sports.
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Full Episode: In this conversation, Coach Quentin Burrell shares his journey from high school football in Georgia to coaching at Southern University. He discusses the competitive landscape of high school football, the challenges of transitioning to college recruitment, and the cultural shock he experienced moving from an all-black high school to Notre Dame. Coach Burrell also highlights the differences between FCS and FBS programs, his evolving coaching philosophy, and the impact of parenting on a player’s recruitment process. In this conversation, Coach Quentin Burrell discusses the critical balance between athletics and education for young athletes. He emphasizes the importance of internal motivation, the evolving landscape of college recruitment, and offers valuable advice for aspiring recruits. The discussion also delves into the dynamics of recruitment meetings and the significance of making informed decisions about college opportunities. Coach Burrell highlights the necessity of using sports as a means to achieve educational goals and prepares young athletes for life beyond sports.
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Carrollwood Day School’s football program is facing a familiar challenge: replacing star power. Last year’s dynamic duo, Xavier Goulbourne and Jordan Magwood tore up defenses, racking up a combined 1,550 rushing yards and 20 touchdowns. […]
Full Episode: In this conversation, Coach Quentin Burrell shares his journey from high school football in Georgia to coaching at Southern University. He discusses the competitive landscape of high school football, the challenges of transitioning to college recruitment, and the cultural shock he experienced moving from an all-black high school to Notre Dame. Coach Burrell also highlights the differences between FCS and FBS programs, his evolving coaching philosophy, and the impact of parenting on a player’s recruitment process. In this conversation, Coach Quentin Burrell discusses the critical balance between athletics and education for young athletes. He emphasizes the importance of internal motivation, the evolving landscape of college recruitment, and offers valuable advice for aspiring recruits. The discussion also delves into the dynamics of recruitment meetings and the significance of making informed decisions about college opportunities. Coach Burrell highlights the necessity of using sports as a means to achieve educational goals and prepares young athletes for life beyond sports.
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