KC Wolf and an Olympian!

Tonight, we welcomed one of the most popular mascots in the country, from the Kansas City Chiefs, KC Wolf! Dan Meers has been portraying this popular mascot since 1989 and does such a tremendous job of it. Advice he has for those that are interested in being a mascot? Be a character with character! He represents the Chiefs organization with character and integrity. We thank him for his time and efforts as he energizes the Chiefs Kingdom.

We also spoke with former Olympian Lori Endicott-Vandersnick about sports parenting and the importance of being mindful with your words and actions. The triangle of success involves the athlete, the coaches, and the parents all being on the same page.

Next week, we host Kansas City Chiefs SUPERFANS! My co-host will be the biggest fan I know, Jeff Burnett!

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To Shot Clock or Not?

To shot clock or not to shot clock? It has been a debate for years. Does the high school basketball game need a shot clock? We debated and reviewed the pros and cons with a veteran coaches panel. Thank you to Nixa boy’s coach, Jay Osbourne, Parkview girl’s coach, Keri Nichols, and longtime high school and college coach, Kent Thomas. Excellent points on both sides were presented, only time will tell if it ever actually happens.

Next week, we wrap up weirdest mascots in America, and host real mascots!

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Continued Series: Weirdest Mascots in America

We continued our series on the weirdest mascots in America – Ryan Schaffitzel was in studio and brought some very interesting minor league baseball mascots (Trash Pandas, really?!) and some college summer baseball mascots.  We also continued to explore a few more of the mascots across the country (Ducks, Shockers, Mountaineers, War Eagles, Dirtbags, etc). 

Don’t miss this one!

Next week, we wrap up weirdest mascots in America, and host real mascots!  

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New Series: Weirdest Mascots in America

Episode 234 -

We kicked off a two-part series on the weirdest mascots in America – Kelli Cheek and Jill Widel joined us, along with our producer this week, Logan Weber. Buckaroos, Zizzers, Goblins, Razorbacks, Sand Lizards, Cotton Blossoms, and Kewpies were just a few of the mascots we covered in this episode! Have one for our next episode in the series? Email them to acoachsperspective@gmail.com.

Next week, again, weirdest mascots in America, Coach Ryan Schaffitzel will co-host!

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eSports Champion and Holiday Tournaments!

Holiday tournaments are in full swing, and we updated the brackets and then caught up with Springfield Public School Director of Athletics Josh Scott. He has been involved at the national level of athletic directing and we talk about that along with running premier tournaments.

We then had the pleasure of being educated! Nebraska State Champion and top 1% ranked eSports player Allie Burnett joined us as we explored why eSports is the fastest growing sport in the country and world. She educated us on the attraction and addiction of eSports and why viewers cannot get enough! My thanks to Logan Weber, our producer for the night, as he chimed in on the power of gaming and its therapeutic abilities. Allie’s specialty is Overwatch and she is the only female on her team and captain as a sophomore! She is a shot-caller, again, she educated us! You don’t want to miss this! She paralleled the fundamentals and strategies of gaming to other sports and sold us on eSports and the benefits of gaming.

Next week - We kick off a two-part series on the weirdest mascots in America – Kelli Cheek and Jill Widel join us next week and Ryan Schaffitzel the week after – HAPPY NEW YEAR!

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Holiday Tournaments!

Christmas, New Year’s, Greenwood Blue & Gold, Pink and White Lady Classic – it is that time of year! We dove into the most popular high school holiday tournaments in the Midwest!  Greenwood’s Blue & Gold will kick off their 76th annual tournament and the Greenwood/Springfield Public Schools partnership will have their Pink and White Lady Classic.  Missouri State University will host the Blue & Gold this year at JQH Arena and Hammons Student Center, while Drury University will host the Pink and White Lady Classic again at O’Reilly Family Event Center and Weiser Gymnasium.  Joining us with all of the need to know information -  Greenwood’s Blue and Gold Superfan Don Louzader, Greenwood/SPS’s Pink and White Lady Classic Tournament Coordinators Mike Percival and Jason Michel.

Next week - Catching up with Coaches. In January, we kick off a two part series on the weirdest mascots in America.

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Continued Series: Ethics in Sports (Coaches)

Tonight, we welcome two of the owners of the Tri-Lakes Shootouts, Coach Todd Mercer, and Coach Kent Thomas.  We covered their upcoming shootout at Nixa High School and then we also continued our series on Ethics in Sports.  During this series we have welcomed panels and given them ethical scenarios to see how they would handle moral dilemmas.  My guests did an excellent job with each scenario and exhibited why they are successful veteran coaches.

Join us next week: Greenwood’s Blue and Gold and Greenwood/SPS’s Pink and White Lady Classic previews with Don Louzader, Mike Percival and Josh Scott.

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Continued Series: Ethics in Sports, Officials Panel

Emry Dilday

Mike Denbow

We continued our series on Ethics in Sports.  We are welcoming panels and giving them ethical scenarios to see how they would handle situational moral dilemmas.  We have had panels with coaches and athletic directors and tonight we welcomed officials. Joining us were two experienced and knowledgeable referees in Emry Dilday and Mike Denbow. They did a phenomenal job analyzing situations that officials have to face and how they would handle these moral circumstances. Listen at acoachsperspective.com – thank you, refs!  

Join us next week as we will continue our series: Ethics in Sports.

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Continued Series: Ethics in Sports

Episode 229 -

Mark Fisher and Brandon Clark

This week we continued our series on Ethics in Sports.  We are welcoming panels and giving them ethical scenarios to see how they would handle situational moral dilemmas.  On this episode, we welcomed two knowledgeable and experienced athletic directors and explored some ethical situations that pertain to their specific role in sports.  Mark Fisher and Brandon Clark did an excellent job dissecting and analyzing the presented circumstances and handling them well. My guests showed how valuable athletic directors are as mentors, supporters and educators.

Join us next week as we will continue our series: Ethics in Sports.

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Ethics in Sports Series, Continued!

Episode 228 -

This week continued our series on Ethics in Sports.  We are welcoming coaching panels and giving them ethical scenarios to see how they would handle situational moral dilemmas.  Tonight, we hosted two talented and knowledgeable coaches who have demonstrated success on and off the court, Coach Landon Cornish, Springfield (MO) Parkview Boys Basketball and Coach Caitlin Lamberth, Springfield (MO) Central Girls Basketball. They did a fantastic job answering the dilemmas, their perspective was no surprise, they are both a class act!

The next two weeks we are pre-empted due to Missouri State University and Drury University Basketball, we will be back on December 1st and we will continue our series: Ethics in Sports.

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Ethic Scenarios: A New Series

John Schaefer, Kelly Richardson

Episode 227 -

This week we kicked off a new series on Ethics in Sports.  We are welcoming coaching panels and giving them ethical scenarios to see how they would handle situational moral dilemmas.  Our first panel this week included veteran volleyball player, coach and radio host Kelly Richardson and veteran boys’ basketball coach at Logan-Rogersville, John Schaefer.  These coaches did a tremendous job analyzing and dissecting our scenarios. I would want my kids to play for either one of them!

Next week we continue our series: Ethics in Sports.

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Human Champion Profile - Ed Chapin

Ed Chapin

Episode 226 - We are excited, in this episode, to profile another Human Champion.  A highly decorated attorney from San Diego, California whose roots began in West Plains, Missouri and traveled through Missouri State University, time in the service and war, law school at University of Missouri and a career as a talented trial lawyer.  Ed Chapin’s journey is an inspiring one, and we appreciate him sharing how his past shaped his successful career and family life.

Next week we are kicking off a new series! We will explore Ethics in Sports. I know, deep…

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Opa! Let's Talk Pickleball!

Line up and get ready! After this episode you are going to be ready to dive into a new sport (if you have not already).  What is the activity that is the fastest growing sport in the country among all ages?  Pickleball!  We welcome Richard Porter, the President of the company that produces an informative, entertaining, and beautiful resource for all things pickleball.  One of the recent features included within In Pickleball Magazine profiled our other guest, Coach Karl Scholes, English teacher and pickleball coach from Gilbert, Arizona.  Coach Scholes has founded a pickleball club that exploded in popularity providing relationships, a connection, and an excellent fitness opportunity.  The students, school and community have embraced this newest endeavor.

Next week we profile a highly decorated attorney from San Diego, California whose roots began in West Plains, Missouri and traveled through Missouri State University, time in the service, law school at University of Missouri and a career as a talented trial lawyer.  Join us as we look at the path of Ed Chapin.  

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Catching up with NBA star, Anthony Tolliver

Anthony Tolliver

On this episode,  my guest co-host, Ned Reynolds and I caught up with veteran National Basketball Association (NBA) star Anthony Tolliver.  We discussed his career with multiple teams over the years and how he has embraced his experiences and is grateful for his opportunities.  A true gentleman and genuine person, Anthony Tolliver has proven over and over how he lives as a champion every day.  We look forward to his induction into the Springfield Area Sports Hall of Fame!

Next week we catch up with the President of In Pickleball Magazine, Richard Porter as we explore this sport that is soaring in popularity across the nation.

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Celebrating Hall of Fame Coach Steve Shepherd

Episode 223 -

On this episode, we profiled Coach Steve Shepherd from College of the Ozarks as we celebrated his upcoming induction into the Missouri Basketball Coaches Association Hall of Fame.   We talked about his path as a coach, what he has learned along the way and advice for young coaches and athletes.  This coach does it the right way!  He coaches people, not just players and that is why he has had success AND longevity in his career. 

Next week, we preview the Springfield Area Sports Hall of Fame induction class. We are celebrating multiple athletic successes this month!

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Catching Up With Jason Hart

Episode 222 -

On this episode, we caught up with professional baseball veteran Jason Hart. We discussed his path throughout his career and how his real home run is being with his family. Through an incredible career in baseball, he has expressed gratitude for the lessons it gave him, the fun he had with his teams, and the secrets to the longevity of his career. He gave us guidance on hitting a baseball, but I feel like they also parallel life. “One, be ready for every pitch. Two, control your head. Three, swing to do damage.” Think about that.  Be prepared, stay focused and be confident in your actions.  Thank you to Jason Hart and one of my favorite co-hosts as Jason’s former college coach joined us, Missouri State University’s Head Baseball Bear, Coach Keith Guttin.  I always enjoy his perspective on coaching and how he works with his athletes.

Next week, Coach Steve Shepherd from College of the Ozarks joins us as we celebrate his upcoming induction into the Missouri Basketball Coaches Association Hall of Fame.   

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Running the Bases!

Don Louzader and Ethan Bryan

Episode 221 -

On this episode, Don Louzader and Ethan Bryan, my baseball correspondents, join us as we run the bases on baseball.  We caught up on the Royals, Cardinals, Grip and Rip League and even had some trivia.  These two are encyclopedias when it comes to America’s favorite pastime.  Their knowledge is impressive, and their energy is contagious!

Next week, 22-year professional baseball player and coach Jason Hart joins us as we look back at the secret to his longevity in professional sports. 

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Dr. Tommy Burnett

Episode 220 -

On this episode, Ned Reynolds and Art Hains joined me for a special show as we paid tribute to local sports figure, and my dad, Dr. Tommy Burnett. We started during Sports Talk with Art and crossed over to A Coach’s Perspective, thank you to Art for the additional airtime. We listened to stories, in his own voice, about his time in Smackover, Arkansas, playing football for the University of Arkansas Razorbacks, winning a national championship and his time with the Super Bowl III Champion New York Jets. I want to give a heartfelt thank you to Logan Weber, my producer, and to my co-hosts Ned Reynolds and Art Hains.  These gentlemen filled my heart with joy and gratitude as we reminisced and celebrated the life of Dr. Tommy Burnett.  The impact that this Multi-Hall-of-Famer had on lives is incredible, but to be honest, this show was about a daughter who loves her daddy and wanted to shout it from the airwaves.  He was my champion and his legacy and love live on in our hearts.

His Celebration of Life is Saturday, September 18, 2021 at the Oasis Convention Center at 5:00 pm.

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Pitching Champions, This One's a Ringer!

On this episode, we caught up with our local horseshoe expert, Mark Kiser along with…Melanie Zerr (Women’s State Champion), Stanton Griggs (13-time Men’s State Champion) and Alan Francis (25-time WORLD Champion). We talked extensively about pitching horseshoes and what it takes to be successful.  Is it muscle memory? Is it solid mental preparation? Is it experience? Find out by listening to this episode and hear the advice that these champions express.  Their answers apply to horseshoes, other sports, and parallel successful champions in life. There is a lot to this sport, and I thank these players and their advocacy and support of horseshoe pitching.

Stanton Griggs Mark Kiser Alan Francis Melanie Zerr

Next week, Springfield Cardinals take to the diamond.  On September 15, join myself, along with Ned Reynolds and Art Hains for a special show as we pay tribute to local sports figure, and my dad, Dr. Tommy Burnett.  

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Leaders of the Evangel University's Basketball Programs in Studio!

Coach Bert Capel and Coach Preston Beverly

On this episode, we had a specific coaches panel and played “out of the hat” as we drew random topics and presented them to our experienced and knowledgeable panel.  Our guests did an excellent job answering the various topics and show why they are the new basketball head coaches at Evangel University.  Coach Bert Capel will be leading the Men’s Basketball team after serving as an assistant to Coach Steve Jenkins.  Coach Capel is not only familiar with the roster, the conference, the Evangel way as a coach, but as a former player, too.  He will bring a wealth of knowledge and energy to the helm.  Coach Preston Beverly may be new to Evangel and Springfield, Missouri but he is very enthusiastic about a talented roster and challenging schedule.  He has big plans for Evangel and his energy is contagious.  Both of these talented coaches are ready for action at Evangel, and we wish them the best!

Our next show we catch back up with our local horseshoe expert, Mark Kiser along with…Melanie Zerr (Women’s State Champion), Stanton Griggs (Men’s State Champion) and Alan Francis (25-time WORLD Champion) We are going to talk about pitching horseshoes! There is a lot to this sport, and I can guarantee you learn something with this renowned players!

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