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EPISODE · Mar 2, 2026 · 30 MIN

Season 8 – Episode 23: Pitching, Leadership, and Life Lessons

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Season 8, Episode 23 opens with hosts Greg Steiner and Elena Davis setting the stage for EMU athletics in March, then dives into two in-depth interviews. Senior pitcher Ethan Davis discussed navigating a season of change, explaining, “I think we… faced some adversity on the pitching staff. But then… staying together through that adversity, it helped us a lot.” He highlighted consistency, preparation, and mental focus as keys to success, noting, “Being able to trust [catchers]… that’s one of the biggest things.” The episode also featured EMU Men’s Basketball Director of Operations Carlos McMath, who reflected on his path from football player to lawyer to basketball coach. McMath emphasized leadership and mentorship, saying, “Ultimately, basketball is great, but I want to make sure he’s a great young man. He represents our last name with respect and integrity.” He shared lessons from sports and law school, adding, “Invest in yourself. Figure out your goals, map it out, and when the map gets destroyed, remap it again.” The show captures both athletic insight and personal development, framing March as a time of competition, growth, and preparation for EMU athletes.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Season 8, Episode 23 opens with hosts Greg Steiner and Elena Davis setting the stage for EMU athletics in March, then dives into two in-depth interviews. Senior pitcher Ethan Davis discussed navigating a season of change, explaining, “I think we… faced some adversity on the pitching staff. But then… staying together through that adversity, it helped us a lot.” He highlighted consistency, preparation, and mental focus as keys to success, noting, “Being able to trust [catchers]… that’s one of the biggest things.” The episode also featured EMU Men’s Basketball Director of Operations Carlos McMath, who reflected on his path from football player to lawyer to basketball coach. McMath emphasized leadership and mentorship, saying, “Ultimately, basketball is great, but I want to make sure he’s a great young man. He represents our last name with respect and integrity.” He shared lessons from sports and law school, adding, “Invest in yourself. Figure out your goals, map it out, and when the map gets destroyed, remap it again.” The show captures both athletic insight and personal development, framing March as a time of competition, growth, and preparation for EMU athletes. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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