FSU COACH Live: Interviews with Coaches and Sports Professionals

"The Stigma of Being Fired" - an Interview With Basketball Coach Kevin Sutton

High school basketball coach Kevin Sutton shares his journey through college and high school coaching, detailing the challenges and joys of the job. He discusses the realities of being a coach who can be fired at any time and how it impacts the family. He shares some of the strategies he has used to build programs and explains why he ultimately chose high school coaching over college.

"Talent is Skill Plus Execution" - Interview with Omar Badran, U15 Real Salt Lake Head Coach

Omar shares his coaching journey in soccer, explaining what he does on a daily basis, what he's learned coaching at different professional levels, and how he balances winning with development.

"Just a Warm Body Covering a Sport" - Coach Salary in FL with Dr. Andrew Ramjit

In this episode, Dr. Andrew Ramjit from the Florida Coaches Coalition joins us to tackle one of the biggest challenges facing high school sports today: the lack of fair pay for coaches. We dig into the realities of coaching in Florida, why so many talented leaders are leaving the state, and what can be done to create real change. From personal stories to policy issues, this conversation highlights the passion, struggles, and advocacy efforts driving the fight for better support of those shaping young athletes’ lives. Whether you are a coach, parent, or sports fan, this episode sheds light on an issue that affects the future of sports across the state.

The Secrets to Staying Injury Free with Henry Abbott

Author Henry Abbott discusses his book "Ballistic" and shares his knowledge about injury prevention. He discusses several topics, including the importance of hip mobility, how to jump and land correctly, why shoes are not as helpful as we might think, and what we can do to ensure mobility throughout our lifespan.

"Parents Are Sold a Hope and a Dream" - Coaching HS Volleyball with Renee Saunders

Renee Saunders shares her experiences as a volleyball coach in high school. She discusses sports specialization, how she evaluates a season with exit interviews, how she works with parents, how she balances club vs. high school sports, the challenges of coaching, and offers advice for other coaches.