Coach & Counselor
Coach & Counselor
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Hosted by Tony Gilio, Coach & Counselor explores how today’s youth benefit most from intentional, empowering adult leadership. Each episode blends perspectives from coaches, mentors, and mental health professionals, shaping the next generation on and off the field. From tough conversations to inspiring transformations, we dive into what it takes to support young people in today’s world.
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This podcast focuses on youth development, coaching techniques, and mental health support, with episodes exploring topics like building leadership skills in young athletes, the intersection of mentorship and sports, and real-life stories that illustrate the impact of intentional adult leadership.
Hosted by Tony Gilio, Coach & Counselor explores how today’s youth benefit most from intentional, empowering adult leadership. Each episode blends perspectives from coaches, mentors, and mental health professionals, shaping the next generation on and off the field. From tough conversations to inspiring transformations, we dive into what it takes to support young people in today’s world.
In this episode of Coach & Counselor, we sit down with Eric Dillinger to discuss what it truly means to be a responsible coach in today’s youth sports landscape.
With over 15 years of coaching experience from youth baseball through the college level, Eric brings a deep understanding of athlete development, leadership, and team culture. He has coached nationally with organizations such as the Colorado Yard Dogs, Colorado Rocky Scout Program, and USA Prime, and currently serves as the General Manager of DBA North in Lafayette, Colorado. Eric is also entering his third season as head coach at Erie High School and his eighth season overall in high school coaching.
Throughout the conversation, Eric shares insights on coaching with integrity, maintaining fairness, developing athletes the right way, and leading young players on and off the field. The episode covers real challenges coaches face today, including building trust, setting standards, and creating environments where athletes can grow beyond the game.
This episode is a must-watch for coaches, parents, and youth sports leaders looking to improve leadership, player development, and culture in athletics.
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