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S02|E236 Bridging Academia and Athletics with Keane Hamilton | Samson Strength Coach Collective
S02|E236 Bridging Academia and Athletics with Keane Hamilton | Samson Strength Coach Collective Strength Coach PodcastTechnology, Research & Data

S02|E236 Bridging Academia and Athletics with Keane Hamilton | Samson Strength Coach Collective

In this episode of the Samson Strength Coach Collective, Keane Hamilton shares his perspective on bridging the gap between academic theory and practical strength training. Drawing from his dual role as a strength coach and lecturer at Appalachian State University, Keane explains how research, flexibility, and real-world application come together to shape effective athlete development.
June 17, 2026
S02|E232 Understanding the Why with Technology with Dr. John Harry | Samson Strength Coach Collective
S02|E232 Understanding the Why with Technology with Dr. John Harry | Samson Strength Coach Collective Strength Coach PodcastTechnology, Research & Data

S02|E232 Understanding the Why with Technology with Dr. John Harry | Samson Strength Coach Collective

In this episode of the Samson Strength Coach Collective, we sit down with Dr. John Harry, Associate Professor of Biomechanics and Director of the Exercise Physiology PhD Program at Texas Tech University. Dr. Harry dives deep into the relationship between biomechanics, research, and practical strength coaching. From velocity-based training to understanding momentum, he challenges coaches to look beyond the numbers and focus on movement, force, and the “why” behind their methods. The discussion explores the complexities of technology in performance metrics, offering insights into how to balance data with intuition.
June 17, 2026
S02|E226 Real Education in Strength Coaching with Dr. Justin Lima | Samson Strength Coach Collective
S02|E226 Real Education in Strength Coaching with Dr. Justin Lima | Samson Strength Coach Collective Career Development & MentorshipStrength Coach Podcast

S02|E226 Real Education in Strength Coaching with Dr. Justin Lima | Samson Strength Coach Collective

In this episode of the Samson Strength Coach Collective, host Connor Agnew sits down with Dr. Justin Lima, PhD, high-performance consultant and owner of Strength Coach Network. With career stops across the B1G, ACC, Ivy League, and CAA, Justin explains why real education in strength coaching often happens outside the classroom. He shares how Strength Coach Network has transformed his own career, the importance of honesty and candor, and why time management and personal growth are the foundation for lasting success.
June 17, 2026
E106: Phil Sabatini
E106: Phil Sabatini Strength Coach PodcastTechnology, Research & Data

E106: Phil Sabatini

Today we are joined by Phil Sabatini who is the Senior Lecturer of Exercise at Old Dominion University and the President/Head Coach of East Coast Gold Weightlifting in Virginia Beach! Phil provides some crucial insight into the professor career track, how to navigate the ups and downs of the journey through strength and conditioning, principles, values, and his mindset in regards to all things weightlifting, coaching, and teaching! Enjoy! https://youtu.be/ti7m1-_hluc E106: Phil Sabatini is built for strength and conditioning environments that need equipment which holds up under daily use. The current page highlights Today we are joined by Phil Sabatini…
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