In this episode of The Better Athletes Podcast, Host Coach Jordan sits down with Joe Mosher—an elite strength & conditioning coach and athletic trainer whose career bridges performance, injury management, and long-term athlete development.

Jordan and Joe dive into what it truly means to build durable, adaptable, and high-performing athletes. Joe shares insights from his unique dual background: how strength and conditioning and athletic training complement each other, where the fields fall short, and what coaches often overlook when preparing athletes for the demands of sport.

From training philosophies and return-to-play strategies to culture, communication, and building trust, Joe offers practical takeaways for coaches, parents, and athletes aiming to elevate performance the right way.

If you’re interested in athlete health, performance, and holistic development, this is a must-listen.

In this episode of the Better Athletes Podcast, host Coach Jordan Bledsoe sit down with Dr. Michael Donnelly, a Doctor of Physical Therapy and expert in sports rehabilitation and performance optimization. Dr. Donnelly shares his insights on injury prevention, recovery strategies, and how athletes can build resilience through proper movement mechanics and mobility work. We dive into the science behind effective rehab protocols, the role of strength training in injury reduction, and practical tips for staying healthy during intense competition seasons. Whether you’re an athlete, coach, or parent, this conversation is packed with actionable advice to help you perform at your best and stay in the game longer.

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In this episode of The Better Athletes Podcast, host Coach Jordan Bledsoe sits down with Coach Aly Dowey, a leading figure in high school lacrosse and athletic development at The Lawrenceville School. We dive deep into her coaching philosophy, player development strategies, and how she builds a winning culture that emphasizes leadership, resilience, and mental toughness.

Coach Dowey shares actionable insights on:

Training techniques for high school athletes

Building confidence and accountability in young players

Balancing academics and athletics for long-term success

Whether you’re a lacrosse coach, sports parent, or student-athlete, this episode is packed with tips to help you elevate performance, improve team culture, and prepare athletes for college recruitment.

In this episode of The Better Athletes Podcast, host Coach Jordan Bledsoe sits down with Fordham Hall of Famer and former Arizona Cardinals quarterback John Skelton to explore the evolving landscape of youth sports and its impact on athlete development. John shares his journey from overlooked TX gunslinger to small college standout to NFL starter, offering candid insights into the highs and lows of professional football. We also dive into his transition into coaching, where he’s shaping the next generation of athletes with lessons learned on and off the field. From the importance of fundamentals to the role of character in sports, this conversation is packed with wisdom for parents, coaches, and athletes alike.

In this episode of the Better Athletes Podcast, host Coach Jordan Bledsoe welcomes Joe Pompo Co- founder of Get Reps and creator of the R1 Smart Lacrosse Ball, for a deep dive into how smart technology is elevating lacrosse performance and efficiency.

Joe shares the journey behind the R1 Smart Ball — a cutting-edge tool that blends skill work with real-time data tracking — and how it’s helping athletes optimize their routines with precision. From biomechanics to mindset, Jordan and Joe explore what it means to train with purpose and maximize every rep.

Whether you're an athlete, coach, or performance enthusiast, this episode is packed with insights on innovation, intentionality, and the future of efficient training.

Listen now to discover how the R1 Smart Ball is reshaping the way athletes move, measure, and improve!

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In this episode, Host Coach Jordan Bledsoe sits down with Coach Jon Sable, Director of Operations for Predators Lacrosse, to explore what it takes to build better athletes—on and off the field. Coach Sable shares his journey through the lacrosse world, the values that drive the Predators program, and how elite-level operations shape athlete development and team culture.

From managing logistics to mentoring players, Coach Sable offers a behind-the-scenes look at the systems and mindset that fuel success at the highest levels of youth and club lacrosse. Whether you're a coach, parent, or athlete, this episode is packed with insights on leadership, accountability, and the power of intentional development.

Topics Covered:

The role of operations in elite sports programs

Building a winning culture from the ground up

Lessons learned from coaching and managing top-tier athletes

How to support athletes beyond the Xs and Os

Tune in and learn how to create environments where athletes thrive—mentally, physically, and competitively.

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In this episode of The Better Athletes Podcast, host Coach Jordan Bledsoe sits down with Coach Chris Doctor to explore his inspiring path through the world of lacrosse. From his early days cutting his teeth in coaching, to navigating the competitive world of college lacrosse, and now leading the Haudenosaunee Nationals, Coach Doctor shares the lessons, challenges, and triumphs that have shaped his career.

As the team gears up for their first game at the U20 World Games in South Korea, Coach Doctor offers a behind-the-scenes look at what it means to represent a nation, a culture, and a legacy on the global stage.

Don’t miss this powerful conversation about leadership, identity, and the future of the game.

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Chris Doctor SHU page: https://sacredheartpioneers.com/sports/mens-lacrosse/roster/coaches/chris-doctor/832

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2025 World Lacrosse Mens U20 Championship: https://worldlacrosse.sport/events/2025-world-lacrosse-mens-u20-championship/

In this episode of The Better Athletes Podcast, Host Coach Jordan Bledsoe sits down with Syracuse lacrosse legend and current PLL head referee, Matty Palumb. Matty reflects on his Hall of Fame career at Syracuse, sharing insights from his time as a national champion goalie and what it meant to wear the Orange. He also opens up about his journey beyond playing — he is a personality for the ages – telling stories of doing the laundry loop at Le Moyne to becoming one of the most respected officials in professional lacrosse and his take on the how lacrosse is growing and where it is going. Through it all, Matty remains grounded in his mission to give back to the game he loves. Tune in for a conversation full of humility, humor, and heart.

Linked In - https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-palumb-b67398226/

USA Lacrosse - https://www.usalacrosse.com/magazine/my-lacrosse-life-matt-palumb-star-stripes