Unlock the world of track & field coaching with The Gill Connections Podcast! Host Mike Cunningham brings you inspiring stories, real conversations, and coaching insights from leaders at every level. Discover a new coach's interview every Monday. Plus, don’t miss the Ted Talks of track/field podcasts with our NEW Gill1918 Project episodes Tuesday-Sunday — short, powerful lessons from top coaches to help you grow on and off the track. Powered by Gill Athletics — Supporting Coaches Since 1918.
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Oct 6, 2026 · 24:57
If you're coaching long or triple jumpers who struggle with inconsistent approaches, missed boards, or fouling their biggest jumps, Coach Keinan Briggs' 1-Day Approach System…
Oct 5, 2026 · 1:39:13
Fort Bend Marshall girls head coach Shahira Ehiemua joins the Gill Connections Podcast to share her remarkable journey from running for Track Houston as a fourth grader to…
Oct 2, 2026 · 12:03
Do you really need a weather cover for your pole vault pit? If the pit lives outdoors, the better question may be: what are you willing to let happen to that investment without…
Oct 1, 2026 · 1:07:37
How do you build a championship distance program starting from scratch?In this live session of The Track Tribe, we’re joined by Coach Shawn Siemers (2024–2025 High School Girls…
Sep 30, 2026 · 12:54
Most pole vault safety problems do not begin with one dramatic failure. They begin with a small tear that gets ignored. A vault box collar that is never inspected. A concern that…
Sep 29, 2026 · 14:33
Jeremy Fischer is an elite jumps coach and educator who has coached athletes to 19 Olympic and World Championship medals, plus 20 Para and Para World medals. This is part 1 of 4…
Sep 28, 2026 · 1:52:12
🎙️ On this episode of the Gill Connections Podcast, Mike Cunningham sits down with Brett Halvaks , Head Cross Country and Track & Field Coach at Cal Lutheran University . 🏃…
Sep 25, 2026 · 47:58
An exceptional organization, the Business of Small College Athletics (BoSCA), holds an annual convention attended by some of the most passionate hard working adminstrators in the…
Sep 24, 2026 · 14:48
Most schools purchase a new pole vault pit only once every 10 to 20 years. Unfortunately, that lack of buying experience can lead to preventable—and expensive—mistakes. In this…
Sep 23, 2026 · 13:21
Can an aging pole vault pit be repaired—or is it time to replace it? Many common problems, including small vinyl tears, worn hardware, damaged weather covers, and certain top-pad…
Sep 22, 2026 · 17:52
Cassandra draws on her 19 years as an NCAA D1 XC/TF Coach and her personal experience as a D1 athlete to share lessons learned about cross country race strategy and the benefits…
Sep 21, 2026 · 1:44:03
Most coaches don't start their careers thinking they'll become college track & field coaches. In Episode 381 of the Gill Athletics Connections Podcast, Mike Cunningham sits down…
Sep 18, 2026 · 45:02
An exceptional organization, the Business of Small College Athletics (BoSCA), holds an annual convention attended by some of the most passionate hard working adminstrators in the…
Sep 17, 2026 · 12:10
The price on the quote tells you what a pole vault pit costs today. It does not tell you what the school may spend throughout its life. In this Gill1918 Project episode, Mike…
Sep 16, 2026 · 10:45
Should your school purchase the smallest legal pole vault pit—or invest in a larger landing system? In this Gill1918 Project episode, Mike Cunningham explains why meeting NFHS or…
Sep 15, 2026 · 12:08
Sports Psychiatrist Dr. Alli Young helps parents coaches, and sports organizations navigate the mental side of sport. In this episode, Dr. Alli highlights three potential issues…
Sep 14, 2026 · 1:50:37
Coach Maryn Lowry joins Mike Cunningham on the Gill Connections Podcast to share her coaching journey from Cincinnati, Ohio, to Northwestern University. Maryn discusses her path…
Sep 11, 2026 · 37:23
An exceptional organization, the Business of Small College Athletics (BoSCA), holds an annual convention attended by some of the most passionate hard working adminstrators in the…
Sep 10, 2026 · 14:28
At first glance, most pole vault pits look remarkably similar. Underneath the top pad, however, are dozens of engineering decisions that can affect safety, performance,…
Sep 9, 2026 · 14:18
How much does a pole vault pit warranty really protect—and what could still leave your program responsible for an expensive repair or replacement? In this Gill1918 Project…
Sep 8, 2026 · 10:57
Jamie is a two-time US Olympian in the high jump and a former D1 coach. He's also an award winning actor, writer, and filmmaker. This is the 2026 updated version of Jamie's very…
Sep 7, 2026 · 1:45:16
Central Washington University Head Coach Jon Hill joins the Gill Athletics Connections Podcast to share a coaching journey shaped by perseverance, mentorship, and the people who…
Sep 5, 2026 · 53:29
An exceptional organization, the Business of Small College Athletics (BoSCA), holds an annual convention attended by some of the most passionate hard working adminstrators in the…
Sep 4, 2026 · 5:33:34
From time to time (fifth time ever!) we have several of our long form podcasts that tell a complete story over several episodes. For those so inclined, we'll put them all…
Sep 3, 2026 · 15:28
A pole vault pit is a major investment, but its lifespan isn’t determined by age alone. Regular inspections, prompt repairs, weather protection, proper storage, and consistent…
Sep 2, 2026 · 14:29
Most coaches purchase a pole vault pit only once or twice during their careers, making it one of the most important equipment decisions they will face. In this Gill1918 Project…
Sep 1, 2026 · 22:29
Pro Track Runner Katie Follett, now a licensed counselor, talks with Pro Ultra Runner Hillary Allen about Hillary's comeback from a nearly fatal 150-foot fall during a SkyRace.…
Aug 31, 2026 · 1:53:26
What happens when a former 400-meter hurdler combines a love for track & field, a business mindset, and a passion for helping young athletes? In this episode of the Gill…
Aug 28, 2026 · 55:27
An exceptional organization, the Business of Small College Athletics (BoSCA), holds an annual convention attended by some of the most passionate hard working adminstrators in the…
Aug 27, 2026 · 11:25
How much does a new pole vault pit cost? The answer depends on far more than the number at the bottom of a quote. In this episode of the Gill1918 Project Podcast, Mike Cunningham…
Aug 26, 2026 · 10:44
What size pole vault pit does your school actually need? The answer depends on far more than the minimum dimensions listed in the rule book. In this episode of the Gill1918…
Aug 25, 2026 · 21:27
Pro Track Runner Katie Follett, now a licensed counselor, talks with Pro Ultra Runner Hillary Allen about Hillary's comeback from a nearly fatal 150-foot fall during a SkyRace.…
Aug 24, 2026 · 1:47:43
In this episode of the Gill Connections Podcast, Mike Cunningham sits down with Stephanie Bohannon , Director of Operations and Meet Manager for the University of Washington…
Aug 21, 2026 · 28:11
An exceptional organization, the Business of Small College Athletics (BoSCA), holds an annual convention attended by some of the most passionate hard working adminstrators in the…
Aug 20, 2026 · 9:54
What are the most common pole vault pit mistakes coaches make?In this episode, Mike Cunningham shares the seven pit maintenance and safety mistakes he sees most often during…
Aug 19, 2026 · 11:10
How often should you inspect your pole vault pit? In this episode, Mike Cunningham walks coaches through a complete pole vault pit inspection checklist and explains why regular…
Aug 18, 2026 · 11:25
David is a coach and T&F announcer who spent 23 of his 39 years in public education serving as a school counselor spanning grades K-12. Along the way, David learned communication…
Aug 17, 2026 · 2:07:53
What happens when a coach sees something in you before you see it in yourself? For Kalamazoo Central Head Coach Tyler Germain, that story starts with two teachers who convinced a…
Aug 14, 2026 · 1:05:48
In this engaging conversation, Coach Dave Turnbull shareshis journey from a young athlete in Pendleton, Oregon, to becoming the head track coach at Summit High School. He…
Aug 13, 2026 · 11:41
When should a pole vault pit be replaced? Most coaches immediately think about age. But age alone doesn't tell the whole story. In this episode of the Gill Connections Podcast,…
Aug 12, 2026 · 11:25
How long does a pole vault pit actually last? It's one of the most common questions coaches ask, but the answer isn't as simple as 10 years, 15 years, or 20 years. In this…
Aug 11, 2026 · 11:25
Sydnee started at a small high school in GA competing in the shot put and discus. She shares the steps on her path to becoming a 4-time Junior Olympic national hammer throw…
Aug 10, 2026 · 55:27
Mike Cunningham is joined by Josh Brooks , Athletic Director at the University of Georgia, for a deep, inside look at leadership in college athletics—and the growing role of…
Aug 7, 2026 · 8:51
How do NCAA pole vault pit requirements differ from NFHS standards? In this episode of the Gill Connections Podcast, Mike Cunningham breaks down the current NCAA requirements for…
Aug 5, 2026 · 8:31
Are you confident your pole vault pit meets current NFHS requirements? In this episode of the Gill Connections Podcast, Mike Cunningham breaks down the NFHS rules governing pole…
Aug 4, 2026 · 11:47
Gwen is an up and coming T&F announcer along with being a high school XC/TF coach in Bend, OR and at the Steens Mountain Running Camp . Gwen is a University of Oregon graduate…
Aug 3, 2026 · 2:06:26
This week on the Gill Connections Podcast, Mike Cunningham sits down with Kenneth Cox, Director of the Birmingham CrossPlex, for a wide-ranging conversation about serving track &…
Jul 28, 2026 · 10:44
Coach Will, Coach Lonnie, and A. Lew from the awesome Beyond The Blocks Track & Field Podcast took some time to share their experience as coaches and parents of athletes in three…
Jul 27, 2026 · 1:15:50
Some conversations go long. This one goes deep . In this episode, Rita Gary, head coach at Furman University, delivers a masterclass on leadership, accountability, and what it…
Jul 26, 2026 · 13:50
Lyle Smith gives us an insider's look at his new book " Blood, Sweat & Spikes: Running the Wetmore Way " on today's Gill1918 Project episode. Check out his book at the Amazon…
Jul 25, 2026 · 17:21
I'm throwing a birthday party for myself and YOU'RE INVITED! My friends at Glazier Clinics are hosting a FREE Virtual Track and Field Clinic with some of the best coaches around…
Jul 24, 2026 · 17:09
I'm throwing a birthday party for myself and YOU'RE INVITED! My friends at Glazier Clinics are hosting a FREE Virtual Track and Field Clinic with some of the best coaches around…
Jul 23, 2026 · 17:17
I'm throwing a birthday party for myself and YOU'RE INVITED! My friends at Glazier Clinics are hosting a FREE Virtual Track and Field Clinic with some of the best coaches around…
Jul 22, 2026 · 18:57
I'm throwing a birthday party for myself and YOU'RE INVITED! My friends at Glazier Clinics are hosting a FREE Virtual Track and Field Clinic with some of the best coaches around…
Jul 21, 2026 · 17:05
Summer is a former NC HS all-state hurdler whose collegiate career at NC Central and UNC Charlotte recently ended earlier than expected due to medical retirement. She shares her…
Jul 20, 2026 · 1:34:21
There are episodes… and then there are full-circle moments . This week on the Gill Connections Podcast, Mike sits down with Mississippi State Head Coach Chris Woods — a former…
Jul 19, 2026 · 17:27
I'm throwing a birthday party for myself and YOU'RE INVITED! My friends at Glazier Clinics are hosting a FREE Virtual Track and Field Clinic with some of the best coaches around…
Jul 18, 2026 · 17:44
I'm throwing a birthday party for myself and YOU'RE INVITED! My friends at Glazier Clinics are hosting a FREE Virtual Track and Field Clinic with some of the best coaches around…
Jul 17, 2026 · 17:37
I'm throwing a birthday party for myself and YOU'RE INVITED! My friends at Glazier Clinics are hosting a FREE Virtual Track and Field Clinic with some of the best coaches around…
Jul 16, 2026 · 17:51
I'm throwing a birthday party for myself and YOU'RE INVITED! My friends at Glazier Clinics are hosting a FREE Virtual Track and Field Clinic with some of the best coaches around…
Jul 15, 2026 · 14:57
I'm throwing a birthday party for myself and YOU'RE INVITED! My friends at Glazier Clinics are hosting a FREE Virtual Track and Field Clinic with some of the best coaches around…
Jul 14, 2026 · 14:43
Powered by Coach O Katie is a licensed counselor and mental skills coach for Elevated Performance following a 13-year career as a pro runner, which included winning a US Road…
Jul 13, 2026 · 2:24:58
There are coaching journeys—and then there are life journeys that shape how you coach.In this episode, we sit down with James Randall of Warsaw Community High School in Indiana,…
Jul 12, 2026 · 17:39
I'm throwing a birthday party for myself and YOU'RE INVITED! My friends at Glazier Clinics are hosting a FREE Virtual Track and Field Clinic with some of the best coaches around…
Jul 11, 2026 · 15:31
I'm throwing a birthday party for myself and YOU'RE INVITED! My friends at Glazier Clinics are hosting a FREE Virtual Track and Field Clinic with some of the best coaches around…
Jul 10, 2026 · 16:48
I'm throwing a birthday party for myself and YOU'RE INVITED! My friends at Glazier Clinics are hosting a FREE Virtual Track and Field Clinic with some of the best coaches around…
Jul 9, 2026 · 17:05
I'm throwing a birthday party for myself and YOU'RE INVITED! My friends at Glazier Clinics are hosting a FREE Virtual Track and Field Clinic with some of the best coaches around…
Jul 8, 2026 · 16:37
I'm throwing a birthday party for myself and YOU'RE INVITED! My friends at Glazier Clinics are hosting a FREE Virtual Track and Field Clinic with some of the best coaches around…
Jul 7, 2026 · 22:37
DeeDee is not only a 3-time Olympian, she's also an Executive Pastry Chef at Taste of Gold Bakery , a global keynote motivational speaker , and the author of the inspirational…
Jul 6, 2026 · 1:17:18
Joanna Hayes is one of the most accomplished names in track & field—but this conversation goes somewhere different. Instead of reliving Olympic gold memories, we rewind to where…
Jul 5, 2026 · 17:01
I'm throwing a birthday party for myself and YOU'RE INVITED! My friends at Glazier Clinics are hosting a FREE Virtual Track and Field Clinic with some of the best coaches around…
Jul 4, 2026 · 17:31
I'm throwing a birthday party for myself and YOU'RE INVITED! My friends at Glazier Clinics are hosting a FREE Virtual Track and Field Clinic with some of the best coaches around…
Jul 3, 2026 · 31:48
This past February, the great people of the Wisconsin Track Coaches Association held their annual Track/Field clinic with amazing speakers. WISTCA has graciously allowed us to…
Jul 2, 2026 · 22:30
This past February, the great people of the Wisconsin Track Coaches Association held their annual Track/Field clinic with amazing speakers. WISTCA has graciously allowed us to…
Jul 1, 2026 · 25:18
This past February, the great people of the Wisconsin Track Coaches Association held their annual Track/Field clinic with amazing speakers. WISTCA has graciously allowed us to…
Jun 30, 2026 · 17:45
Micheal "Coach Welly" Wellington has coached hurdlers of all ages and skill levels from youth beginners to elite athletes. Over the past 25 years, he has refined his coaching…
Jun 29, 2026 · 2:01:01
Kevin Donner’s journey into coaching wasn’t planned—it was discovered. From getting cut from baseball and stumbling into track, to turning down “real jobs” for a $1,000 stipend,…
Jun 28, 2026 · 15:34
I'm throwing a birthday party for myself and YOU'RE INVITED! My friends at Glazier Clinics are hosting a FREE Virtual Track and Field Clinic with some of the best coaches around…
Jun 27, 2026 · 18:14
I'm throwing a birthday party for myself and YOU'RE INVITED! My friends at Glazier Clinics are hosting a FREE Virtual Track and Field Clinic with some of the best coaches around…
Jun 26, 2026 · 1:05:20
In this episode, Matthew Kleinosky sits down with legendary coach and running personality Duane “Peanut” Harms, whose remarkable journey spans more than five decades in the…
Jun 25, 2026 · 38:49
This past February, the great people of the Wisconsin Track Coaches Association held their annual Track/Field clinic with amazing speakers. WISTCA has graciously allowed us to…
Jun 24, 2026 · 31:21
This past February, the great people of the Wisconsin Track Coaches Association held their annual Track/Field clinic with amazing speakers. WISTCA has graciously allowed us to…
Jun 23, 2026 · 17:17
Jesse is the founder of CoachingDistance.com and was the high school coach of Simeon Birnbaum, the NCAA 1500m Record Holder and 2026 1500m Champion for the Oregon Ducks. Jesse is…
Jun 22, 2026 · 2:05:31
Nick Schneigert’s journey isn’t a straight line—and that’s exactly why this conversation matters. From growing up in a Polish immigrant family in Chicago…to discovering track and…
Jun 18, 2026 · 31:04
This past February, the great people of the Wisconsin Track Coaches Association held their annual Track/Field clinic with amazing speakers. WISTCA has graciously allowed us to…
Jun 17, 2026 · 31:38
This past February, the great people of the Wisconsin Track Coaches Association held their annual Track/Field clinic with amazing speakers. WISTCA has graciously allowed us to…
Jun 16, 2026 · 12:37
Desiree was a two-sport star (T&F and Basketball) for Emmanuel University in Boston. She takes a fun and entertaining look back at how she ended up competing in the T&F events…
Jun 15, 2026 · 1:30:35
This episode of the Gill Connections Podcast is a little different—and a lot of fun. Instead of sitting down with a coach, we’re turning the mic inward and highlighting one of…
Jun 11, 2026 · 34:20
This past February, the great people of the Wisconsin Track Coaches Association held their annual Track/Field clinic with amazing speakers. WISTCA has graciously allowed us to…
Jun 10, 2026 · 30:37
This past February, the great people of the Wisconsin Track Coaches Association held their annual Track/Field clinic with amazing speakers. WISTCA has graciously allowed us to…
Jun 9, 2026 · 11:59
Steve is an EU American Football Hall of Famer, the Inventor and CEO of Two8 Bands , and the author of If We Knew Better, We'd Move Better . He shares one chapter of the audio…
Jun 8, 2026 · 1:55:25
There are episodes where you learn… and then there are episodes where you feel something. This is one of those. Sean Foulkes didn’t start track and field because of a dream—he…
Jun 4, 2026 · 27:55
This past February, the great people of the Wisconsin Track Coaches Association held their annual Track/Field clinic with amazing speakers. To kick off the weekend they hosted a…
Jun 3, 2026 · 30:24
This past February, the great people of the Wisconsin Track Coaches Association held their annual Track/Field clinic with amazing speakers. To kick off the weekend they hosted a…
Jun 2, 2026 · 22:19
Tyson is a 7-time Team USA member including the 2016 Paralympic Games. He's a 2-time Para World Championships Silver Medalist, and a Para Pan American Gold Medalist. Tyson and…
Jun 1, 2026 · 1:58:56
Alan Wardsworth’s story doesn’t start on a pristine track facility—it starts in chaos. A childhood that spanned continents. A high school that literally burned to the ground. A…
May 28, 2026 · 23:03
This past February, the great people of the Wisconsin Track Coaches Association held their annual Track/Field clinic with amazing speakers. To kick off the weekend they hosted a…
May 27, 2026 · 21:30
This past February, the great people of the Wisconsin Track Coaches Association held their annual Track/Field clinic with amazing speakers. To kick off the weekend they hosted a…
May 26, 2026 · 8:27
Coach Emeott's East Kentwood HS (MI) team will be competing for their 9th D1 state title this weekend to go with a national championship as well. To maximize the leadership…
May 25, 2026 · 1:57:51
Last week on the show, we heard the journey of TJ Lawson at IMG Academy — so this week we had to get the other Lawson. In this episode, Bill Lawson, Head Track & Field Coach at…
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