The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast

00:11:25

#216: Gill1918 Presents Mike Cunningham "How Long...

The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast ·

2026/08/12

How long does a pole vault pit actually last?It's one of the most common questions coaches ask, but the answer isn't as simple as 10 years, 15 years, or 20 years.In this episode of the Gill Connections Podcast, Mike Cunningham breaks down the factors that truly determine the lifespan of a pole vault pit and explains why age alone is often the wrong metric.You'll learn:✅ Why indoor pits often last longer than outdoor pits✅ How sun, rain, snow, and temperature changes impact pit life✅ The critical

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00:11:25

#215: Gill1918 Presents Sydnee Walker “My Path to...

The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast ·

2026/08/11

Sydnee started at a small high school in GA competing in the shot put and discus. She shares the steps on her path to becoming a 4-time Junior Olympic national hammer throw champion, 2-time HS All-American, and then a top-10 all-time performer in the hammer and weight throw for the University of Oregon. She also offers suggestions to current youth athletes, parents, and coaches on how to forge their own path. Sydnee is the founder and CE[http:]O of The Collaborative LLC and also works as a Social

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00:55:27

#375: Josh Brooks-UGA | Why Track & Field Matters,...

The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast ·

2026/08/10

Mike Cunningham is joined by Josh Brooks, Athletic Director at the University of Georgia, for a deep, inside look at leadership in college athletics—and the growing role of track & field.Josh shares his journey from javelin athlete to SEC Athletic Director, along with his perspective on why track has become such an important part of athletic department success—from both a competitive and developmental standpoint.The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including:Georgia’s recent success

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00:08:51

#214: Gill1918 Presents Mike Cunningham "What Are the...

The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast ·

2026/08/07

How do NCAA pole vault pit requirements differ from NFHS standards?In this episode of the Gill Connections Podcast, Mike Cunningham breaks down the current NCAA requirements for pole vault landing systems and explains what coaches, facility managers, and athletic directors need to know when planning new facilities or evaluating existing equipment.Topics covered include:✅ NCAA pole vault pit requirements and dimensions✅ Key differences between NCAA and NFHS standards✅ Why larger landing systems are

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00:08:31

#213: Gill1918 Presents Mike Cunningham "What Are the...

The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast ·

2026/08/05

Are you confident your pole vault pit meets current NFHS requirements?In this episode of the Gill Connections Podcast, Mike Cunningham breaks down the NFHS rules governing pole vault landing systems and explains what coaches, athletic directors, and facility managers need to know to ensure athlete safety and compliance.Topics covered include:✅ Current NFHS pole vault pit dimensions✅ Vault box collar requirements✅ Hard-surface protection requirements✅ What NFHS means by "decelerating the

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00:11:47

#212: Gill1918 Presents Gwen Gray “Strava, High...

The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast ·

2026/08/04

Gwen is an up and coming T&F announcer along with being a high school XC/TF coach in Bend, OR and at the Steens Mountain Running Camp. Gwen is a University of Oregon graduate who studied filmmaking and advertising. She offers original, thought-provoking perspective on the impact of technology and comparison on the development of high school distance runners and on what coaches can do about it. You can get to know Gwen and her work by following her on IG (Gwen The Announcer).

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02:06:26

#374: Kenneth Cox-Birmingham Crossplex | Leadership,...

The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast ·

2026/08/03

This week on the Gill Connections Podcast, Mike Cunningham sits down with Kenneth Cox, Director of the Birmingham CrossPlex, for a wide-ranging conversation about serving track & field from every angle: athlete, coach, administrator, and now facility leader.Kenneth Cox shares how track began for him at age eight, how mentors shaped him, and why consistency and relationships became cornerstones of his leadership. From coaching stops that included Emory (Division III) and ultimately 16 years at

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00:10:44

#211: Gill1918 Presents the Beyond The Blocks Podcast...

The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast ·

2026/07/28

Coach Will, Coach Lonnie, and A. Lew from the awesome Beyond The Blocks Track & Field Podcast took some time to share their experience as coaches and parents of athletes in three key areas of the college recruiting process. Their advice is real, practical, and able to be implemented right away. Athletes, coaches and parents will all benefit from these quick tips! You can enjoy their insightful and entertaining in-depth T&F interviews on YouTube and Instagram. Got a topic you'd love to

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01:15:50

#373: Rita Gary-Furman University | Leadership,...

The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast ·

2026/07/27

Some conversations go long.This one goes deep.In this episode, Rita Gary, head coach at Furman University, delivers a masterclass on leadership, accountability, and what it actually takes to build something meaningful in today’s NCAA landscape.From her early influences as a young athlete to becoming a Division I head coach at just 24 years old, Rita shares how her leadership philosophy was shaped—and how it continues to evolve.Despite a shorter conversation than usual, this episode is packed with

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00:13:50

#210: Gill1918 Presents Lyle Smith "Running the...

The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast ·

2026/07/26

Lyle Smith gives us an insider's look at his new book "Blood, Sweat & Spikes: Running the Wetmore Way" on today's Gill1918 Project episode. Check out his book at the Amazon link above; here's the description for this exciting new book for our exciting sport!At the height of the first American Running Boom, a small town in New Jersey emerged as a magical place in the sport. Tiny Bernardsville, in the Somerset Hills of New Jersey produced dozens of local, state, age-group,

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00:17:21

#209: Gill1918 Presents Chris Parno "Fixing Common...

The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast ·

2026/07/25

I'm throwing a birthday party for myself and YOU'RE INVITED! My friends at Glazier Clinics are hosting a FREE Virtual Track and Field Clinic with some of the best coaches around (BYU, TCU, Under Armour, and more!) on July 24 and 25 and I want you to be there.Register here: ⁠https://hubs.ly/Q04mV2Pd0Share it with a friend!To help you see the quality of these presentations, and to celebrate the upcoming July clinic, here is the first part of one of the presentations from December. If you want

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00:17:09

#208: Gill1918 Presents Chad Gunnelson "Building the...

The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast ·

2026/07/24

I'm throwing a birthday party for myself and YOU'RE INVITED! My friends at Glazier Clinics are hosting a FREE Virtual Track and Field Clinic with some of the best coaches around (BYU, TCU, Under Armour, and more!) on July 24 and 25 and I want you to be there.Register here: ⁠https://hubs.ly/Q04mV2Pd0Share it with a friend!To help you see the quality of these presentations, and to celebrate the upcoming July clinic, here is the first part of one of the presentations from December. If you want

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00:17:17

#207: Gill1918 Presents Angelina Ramos "Building...

The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast ·

2026/07/23

I'm throwing a birthday party for myself and YOU'RE INVITED! My friends at Glazier Clinics are hosting a FREE Virtual Track and Field Clinic with some of the best coaches around (BYU, TCU, Under Armour, and more!) on July 24 and 25 and I want you to be there.Register here: https://hubs.ly/Q04mV2Pd0Share it with a friend!To help you see the quality of these presentations, and to celebrate the upcoming July clinic, here is the first part of one of the presentations from December. If you want

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00:18:57

#206: Gill1918 Presents Josiah Norville "Energy...

The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast ·

2026/07/22

I'm throwing a birthday party for myself and YOU'RE INVITED! My friends at Glazier Clinics are hosting a FREE Virtual Track and Field Clinic with some of the best coaches around (BYU, TCU, Under Armour, and more!) on July 24 and 25 and I want you to be there.Register here: https://hubs.ly/Q04mV2Pd0Share it with a friend!To help you see the quality of these presentations, and to celebrate the upcoming July clinic, here is the first part of one of the presentations from December. If you want

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00:17:05

#205: Gill1918 Presents Summer Washington...

The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast ·

2026/07/21

Summer is a former NC HS all-state hurdler whose collegiate career at NC Central and UNC Charlotte recently ended earlier than expected due to medical retirement. She shares her insights on her transfer portal experience and reflections on the highs, the lows, and the inherent beauty of experiencing both in a sport she dearly loves. This is a great episode for athletes, coaches, and parents to hear! Connect with Summer on IG (@shesosummer -- personal) and (@ssummer.studioss -- creative arts

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01:34:21

#372: Chris Woods | From Athlete to Coach: Full...

The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast ·

2026/07/20

There are episodes… and then there are full-circle moments.This week on the Gill Connections Podcast, Mike sits down with Mississippi State Head Coach Chris Woods — a former athlete he once coached — for a conversation that spans mentorship, adversity, growth, and what it really means to build a program and a life.Chris opens up about his journey from a late-start high school athlete to SEC head coach, including the pivotal moments that shaped him — getting kicked out of school, discovering track,

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00:17:27

#204: Gill1918 Presents Corey McElhaney "What Does it...

The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast ·

2026/07/19

I'm throwing a birthday party for myself and YOU'RE INVITED! My friends at Glazier Clinics are hosting a FREE Virtual Track and Field Clinic with some of the best coaches around (BYU, TCU, Under Armour, and more!) on July 24 and 25 and I want you to be there.Register here: https://hubs.ly/Q04mV2Pd0Share it with a friend!To help you see the quality of these presentations, and to celebrate the upcoming July clinic, here is the first part of one of the presentations from December. If you want

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00:17:44

#203: Gill1918 Presents Ashley Bastron "From Silence...

The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast ·

2026/07/18

I'm throwing a birthday party for myself and YOU'RE INVITED! My friends at Glazier Clinics are hosting a FREE Virtual Track and Field Clinic with some of the best coaches around (BYU, TCU, Under Armour, and more!) on July 24 and 25 and I want you to be there.Register here: ⁠https://hubs.ly/Q04mV2Pd0⁠Share it with a friend!To help you see the quality of these presentations, and to celebrate the upcoming July clinic, here is the first part of one of the presentations from December. If you want

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00:17:37

#202: Gill1918 Presents Chad Gunnelson "Team...

The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast ·

2026/07/17

I'm throwing a birthday party for myself and YOU'RE INVITED! My friends at Glazier Clinics are hosting a FREE Virtual Track and Field Clinic with some of the best coaches around (BYU, TCU, Under Armour, and more!) on July 24 and 25 and I want you to be there.Register here: https://hubs.ly/Q04mV2Pd0⁠Share it with a friend!To help you see the quality of these presentations, and to celebrate the upcoming July clinic, here is the first part of one of the presentations from December. If you want

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00:17:51

#201: Gill1918 Presents Kelsey Riggins "Pole Vault...

The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast ·

2026/07/16

I'm throwing a birthday party for myself and YOU'RE INVITED! My friends at Glazier Clinics are hosting a FREE Virtual Track and Field Clinic with some of the best coaches around (BYU, TCU, Under Armour, and more!) on July 24 and 25 and I want you to be there.Register here: ⁠https://hubs.ly/Q04mV2Pd0Share it with a friend!To help you see the quality of these presentations, and to celebrate the upcoming July clinic, here is the first part of one of the presentations from December. If you want

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