Podcast: Sideline Sessions with Wesley Sykes »

February 25, 2021

Season 1 Recap

In Episode 10, Wesley Sykes takes a look back on the first nine episodes of Sideline Sessions and gives a teaser of what to expect moving forward. Be sure to follow us on Twitter: @coach_ad; @traincondition; @winninghoops; @WesleySykes_. And stay ...


February 11, 2021

Nick Friar, Former NCAA Division I Pitcher

In Episode 9, Wesley is joined by Nick Friar, a former NCAA Division I pitcher and private pitching coach. In addition to his collegiate career, Nick now works in sports media and is a private certified strength and conditioning coach. The two dis...


January 28, 2021

Micah Kurtz, 2020 NHSSCA Florida Strength Coach of the Year

In Episode 8, Wesley is joined by Micah Kurtz, 2020 NHSSCA Florida Strength Coach of the Year. He is, additionally, a 2016 NSCA Strength Coach of the Year, owner of TheAthleteMaker.com, and the director of sports performance of Windermere Prep in Orl...


January 21, 2021

Greg Winkler, Wisconsin HOF Soccer Coach

In Episode 7 of Sideline Sessions, Wesley is joined by Greg Winkler, Wisconsin HOF soccer coach and author of 'The Transformational Coach.' They discuss coaching during COVID, how to build a winning program, problematic parents, and dealing with refe...


December 31, 2020

A. Mark Williams, Ph.D., Sports Psychologist

In episode 6 of Sideline Sessions, Wesley Sykes is joined by A. Mark Williams, Ph.D., professor and chair, University of Utah's Department of Health, Kinesiology, and Recreation. They discuss various topics from his new book, co-authored with Tim ...


December 17, 2020

Gunnar Peterson, LA Lakers Director of Strength & Endurance Training

In episode 5 of Sideline Sessions, Wesley Sykes is joined by Gunnar Peterson, Director of Strength & Endurance Training for the Los Angeles Lakers. They discuss the unusual NBA season and preparing the Lakers for a deep championship run, load ...


December 2, 2020

Amy Goodson, Sports Nutritionist & Dietitian

In episode 4, Wesley Sykes is joined by Amy Goodson, sports nutritionist and registered dietitian. She has worked with the Dallas Cowboys, Texas Rangers, TCU Athletics, PGA professionals, and weekend warriors alike! They discuss building your immu...


November 17, 2020

Jerry Weinstein, Colorado Rockies Player Development

In episode 3 of Sideline Sessions, Wesley Sykes is joined by Jerry Weinstein of the Colorado Rockies organization to discuss the 2020 MLB playoffs, developing players, catching techniques, the Cape Cod Baseball League and more! The two close the e...