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S03|E257 CSCCA 2026 Recap | Connor Agnew
S03|E257 CSCCA 2026 Recap | Connor Agnew Facilities, Equipment & Weight RoomsStrength Coach Podcast

S03|E257 CSCCA 2026 Recap | Connor Agnew

In this episode, Connor Agnew recaps his experience at the 2026 CSCCA Conference, sharing standout moments from the event, highlights from the Samson Hold competition, and insights into the latest equipment and innovations in strength and conditioning. From reconnecting with coaches to watching competitors push their limits, the conversation emphasizes the importance of community within the profession.
June 17, 2026
E110: Derek Ward (Founder of Upward Human Performance)
E110: Derek Ward (Founder of Upward Human Performance) Athlete Development & PerformanceStrength Coach Podcast

E110: Derek Ward (Founder of Upward Human Performance)

In this episode of the Samson Strength Coach Collective, Derek Ward joins us to share his untraditional journey into running a successful private training facility. Derek is the Founder of Upward Human Performance in Milford, CT, and in this podcast he shares with us his story around overcoming obstacles early in life, being determined and confident in his desire to be successful, as well as how to view experiences on a neutral scale in order to stay calm, composed, and make sound decisions when life happens! https://youtu.be/OUdyn205iA0
June 17, 2026
E104: Rob Rabena (Director of Strength and Conditioning)
E104: Rob Rabena (Director of Strength and Conditioning) Strength Coach PodcastTechnology, Research & Data

E104: Rob Rabena (Director of Strength and Conditioning)

In this episode of The Samson Strength Coach Collective, we have Rob Rabena on to give us his thoughts around creating a vision, how to articulate that vision in interviews, the qualities he looks for when interviewing candidates to work in a cohesive facility with Strength Coaches, PTs, etc., and we cover some of his research in baseball! Rob is the Director of Strength and Conditioning at Ivy Physical Rehab and he really gives us some quality insight into what true collaboration looks like for the client, athlete, and coach. Enjoy! https://youtu.be/DuT5qz0_b3w
June 17, 2026
E054 - Bobby Smith (Reach Your Potential Training)
E054 – Bobby Smith (Reach Your Potential Training) Athlete Development & PerformanceStrength Coach Podcast

E054 – Bobby Smith (Reach Your Potential Training)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jSMVx8GdJVE&list=PLxq_OWThB2iSscx30C1qEisoHmOQRJ5Fp&index=51 After four major surgeries (ACL reconstruction, meniscectomy, Tommy John surgery, and ankle reconstruction), Bobby Smith decided to take the same qualities that made him a competitive 3-sport athlete and establish a facility that would provide athletes with proper guidance to avoid such injuries. In this episode we cover "The Components of Training and Developing a Great Team" as Bobby takes us through how he establishes expectations in his gym, Reach Your Potential Training (RYPT) in Tinton Falls, NJ.
June 17, 2026
E058 – Zach Fears (Southeastern Oklahoma State University)
E058 – Zach Fears (Southeastern Oklahoma State University) Strength Coach PodcastAthlete Development & Performance

E058 – Zach Fears (Southeastern Oklahoma State University)

Episode Summary This episode features Zach Fears and explores his work in collegiate sports performance at Southeastern Oklahoma State University. The conversation points to the responsibilities that come with leading athlete development across a department, from training design and daily implementation to long-term planning and facility use. It also gives listeners a useful look at how performance leadership requires both technical coaching and broader organizational thinking. Coaches working in college settings will find value in the discussion around infrastructure, athlete support, and building a process that can serve a full roster of teams well. Listen to More Episodes Browse the…
June 17, 2026