The Strength In Numbers Podcast
The Strength In Numbers Podcast
Podcast Description
Coaching is more than just X’s and O’s—it’s about the principles, philosophies, and mindset that shape great leaders. Building on the ideas from the book "Strength In Numbers," this podcast brings together top coaches from across the sports world (and beyond) who are driven to learn, grow, and lead with purpose.
Through in-depth conversations, we’ll explore how elite coaches think, operate, and make decisions for long-term success. Whether you’re a coach, leader, or lifelong learner, this podcast is your mentorship playbook—helping you be your best while building a career that lasts.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast delves into themes such as coaching philosophies, personal development, and the importance of feedback and accountability. Episodes include discussions on daily self-audits with Connor Agnew, transitioning coaching roles with Dave Nedbalek, and the motivation behind the podcast launch, providing a comprehensive approach to long-term success in coaching.
Coaching is more than just X’s and O’s—it’s about the principles, philosophies, and mindset that shape great leaders. Building on the ideas from the book “Strength In Numbers,” this podcast brings together top coaches from across the sports world (and beyond) who are driven to learn, grow, and lead with purpose.
Through in-depth conversations, we’ll explore how elite coaches think, operate, and make decisions for long-term success. Whether you’re a coach, leader, or lifelong learner, this podcast is your mentorship playbook—helping you be your best while building a career that lasts.
Anthony Cockrill, Director of Volleyball Sports Performance and Assistant Director of Olympic Sports at SMU, returns to the Podcast for his second appearance after his first episode became our most downloaded episode ever.
In this conversation, we go deep into the systems behind elite volleyball performance. Anthony breaks down jump and swing mechanics, squat progressions, jump training, building bulletproof shoulders, getting your first chin-up, and how he balances physical preparation with skill development.
We also dive into assessments, warm-ups, gymnastics movements, nutrition, injury mitigation, and how to organize training to support long-term athlete development.
This episode is packed with practical insight and high-level thinking for anyone training volleyball players—or athletes at any level.
🔗Check out more from Anthony👇
1st Episode with Anthony:The Epidemic of the Underprepared Athlete (#1 MOST DOWNLOADED EPISODE) – [click here]
Framework For Flight – PDF Program:[click here]
Instagram: @anthonycockrill
This podcast evolved from my book, Strength In Numbers — the ultimate mentorship guide for coaches.
Featuring insights from 100+ ELITE coaches across every level and sport, it’s an encyclopedia of coaching wisdom built to help you grow your career, navigate failure, and find long-term coaching success.
👉 Grab your copy of Strength In Numbers[by clicking here].
Chapters
00:00 Intro
03:10 Jump Mechanics: Understanding the Approach
14:56 Visual Feedback and Skill Acquisition in Jumping
17:38 Body Awareness and Squatting Fundamentals
25:54 Plyometric Training for Vertical Jump Improvement
34:48 Swing Mechanics: Enhancing the Volleyball Arm Swing
41:01 Why Volleyball Players Should Throw Footballs
48:32 Key Movements for Shoulder Health
51:14 Getting Your First Chin Up
01:00:49 Nutrition for Young Athletes
01:09:11 Game Day Nutrition and Timing
01:11:14 Effective Warm-Up Strategies
01:18:03 Balancing Skill and Physical Development
01:22:11 The Importance of Physicality in Youth Sports
01:25:39 Assessment and Evaluation Processes
01:32:55 Reflecting on Injury Management and Prevention
01:36:58 Building Routines for High-Pressure Situations
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