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The Rise Up Podcast

by Athletes On The Rise

The Rise Up podcast where athletes, parents of athletes, coaches & trainers to learn about how to improve Sports Performance. We dive into technical skill development, sports psychology, injury reduction, speed & agility, strength & conditioning and any other subject that will improve an athlete's performance.

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Episodes

  1. Ep. 23, Leadership Podcast #2 – Dr. Andrea Hudy, UConn Women’s Basketball Director of Sport’s Performance

    Today’s guest is Andrea Hudy, MBA, PhD, the Director of Sports Performance for UConn Women’s Basketball. Coach Hudy has over 30 years of experience in collegiate health and performance and has been a part of 10 national championship programs, working under three Hall of Fame coaches during her…

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  2. Ep. 19 Multiple HS State Champion Coach Nichole Dixon on Developing Successful Teams

    In Ep. 19 of the Rise Up Podcast, we have coach Nichole Dixon from Holy Innocents Episcopal School in Atlanta, GA, who takes us through her perspective on how to develop successful teams. Coach Dixon previously played Division 1 Basketball at Mercer and has been coaching high school basketball…

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  3. Ep. 22 – Leadership Podcast #1 – Coach Susie Gardner

    In this inaugural episode for the Leadership Podcast Series, Mercer Hall of Fame Coach Susie Gardner talks about her evolution as a coach/leader from the late 80s early 90s to the modern day, her ‘why’ and her non-negotiables, and how she develops leadership in her players. She also talks about…

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  4. Ep. 20 Logan Dahms – UTC Assistant Coach

    During this episode, we talk with Coach Logan Dahms, currently the Assistant Coach at UT-Chattanooga. Coach Dahms and I briefly discuss our Costa Rican connection, his overseas experience and how it shaped his coaching philosophies, how and why he entered into coaching, and how he has gone about...

  5. Ep. 18 All Things Basketball

    Basketball focused podcast! Basketball Division 1 Recruiting, developing & maintaining winning culture, player development, and more! In Ep. 18 of The Rise Up Podcast, Coach Vigansky & Coach Tyler McDevitt (Assistant Coach Marquette University) talk all things bball. We begin discussing Coach...

  6. Ep. 17 – NFL Combine & Speed Training

    Speed Kills! After some time away, we are back in action with The Rise Up Podcast!! In this episode, we talk with Coach Steve Haggerty regarding his path to becoming a Performance Coach in the private sector, working with everyone from youth athletes to elite athletes at Parkview Sports Medicine…

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  7. Ep. 16 – Improve Health & Performance with DNA Nutrition Testing

    Improving Health & Performance through nutrition is key for all walks of life. In Ep. 16, I sit down with Erica Beine of Beine Wellness and discuss the impact that our DNA has on how we process foods. Erica has worked with some of the best and most recognized athletes in the world. Including NCAA...

  8. Ep. 15 – Basketball Coaching, Recruiting & Scouting with Chicago Bulls’ Scout Dave Bollwinkel

    In this basketball-centric episode from Spring of 2020, Bulls’ Scout Dave Bollwinkel shares his coaching and scouting experiences from the HS through the NBA level. Topics include: His process to becoming a Div. 1 Coach (up through 23:00) Key concepts in developing championship culture &…

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  9. Ep. 14 – Improved Skills Training using Constraints & Differential Learning with Alex Sarama of Basketball Immersion

    Skills training takes many forms and in this podcast, we discuss Constraints Lead & Differential Learning with Alex Sarama of Basketball Immersion and Pallecanestero College (a Basketball Academy in Italy). In his recent blog, he stirred up debate on how to develop fundamental basketball skill.…

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  10. Ep. 13 – Player Development with LA Clippers Director of Player Development Dave Severns

    Player development is key at all levels of basketball. In this episode, Dave Severns, the LA Clippers Director of Player Development & Pro Personnel Scout, takes us through the developmental process from youth through High School, College & NBA. Topics include the following: What are the main...

About this show

The Rise Up podcast where athletes, parents of athletes, coaches & trainers to learn about how to improve Sports Performance. We dive into technical skill development, sports psychology, injury reduction, speed & agility, strength & conditioning and any other subject that will improve an athlete's performance.

Hosted by

Athletes On The Rise

Produced by Erick Vigansky

Frequently asked questions

How many episodes does The Rise Up Podcast have?

The Rise Up Podcast has 10 episodes on PodParley. The most recent episode was published on February 12, 2026.

What is The Rise Up Podcast about?

The Rise Up podcast where athletes, parents of athletes, coaches & trainers to learn about how to improve Sports Performance. We dive into technical skill development, sports psychology, injury reduction, speed & agility, strength & conditioning and any other subject that will improve an athlete's...

How often does The Rise Up Podcast release new episodes?

The Rise Up Podcast publishes irregularly, based on its 10 episodes since January 2022.

Who hosts The Rise Up Podcast?

The Rise Up Podcast is created and hosted by Athletes On The Rise.
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