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Capital High School grad and current member of Rugby ATL's organization in Atlanta, Harley Davidson, joins the show today to share his story with all of us! Discussion includes his overall decision in playing Rugby when he had a background in other sports and how someone like him, put in the work to get bigger, stronger and faster, was able to take his game to the next level, ultimately getting to the professional stage of Rugby in the United States! Playing two years in Colorado and now playing his first season in Atlanta, he's had a lot of learning experiences so far and it's awesome to see someone truly living their dream! We will hear his opinion on Rugby compared to Football, as well as some of his stories during some of his matches! And don't think we missed the chance to hear about where he got his name!! ______________________________________ Get your FREE Audible Trial so you can get a FREE Book and 30 Days free on the app!! Just go HERE!! _____________________________________ **All business owners and entrepreneurs who want to take your businesses to the next level, make sure to go check out this amazing 30 Day Training called the One Funnel Away Challenge!!**

Rugby is such an amazing sport and this month we'll be giving you not ONE but TWO interviews with Rugby players. Today we get to hear from former USA Rugby player, John van der Giessen. John's story is truly unbelievable. The journey he went on to get to the elite level of Rugby, the experiences he had, the places he traveled to, and everything in between are what make this journey so amazing! Today you'll hear how he got into Rugby in the first place, and then how he made a decision (that his mother may not have approved of at first but ultimately supported him along the way) that literally changed his life and helped him grow! Buckle up!! This is incredible! __________________________________________________________ **If you are an aspiring entrepreneur or you are a current business owner and have not seen this marketing course, you MUST go HERE now and check it out. Literally the BEST investment you could make in your business!!** __________________________________________________________ *Do you enjoy Audiobooks? Why not get yourself a 30-Day Free Trial to Audible by going HERE** __________________________________________________________ Don't forget to follow me on Social Media and to leave me a 5-Star Review on Apple Podcasts! Give us some feedback on what you like to hear! TikTok Facebook Twitter Instagram

The sport of boxing is a tough one. It's a business, and many people on the outside looking in, don't understand all that goes on behind the scenes. Our guest today, Lloyd Ellett, fought for many years, first as an amateur and then as a professional. While there were many AMAZING memories that he had during his career, there is a reason he calls his career a "roller coaster." Today we get to hear about the fun stories that happened with him during his boxing career! Funny memories, how the amateurs compare to the pros, and much more! Lloyd is now taking his talents to the Online Training space where he's training people how to remain physically fit while having fun with the sport of boxing! I'd highly encourage you take a look at this program of his because it's something EVERYONE can benefit from! Check out his website Follow Lloyd on Instagram as well: @lightning_lloyd __________________________________________ Make sure to check out our Sponsors, 208 Printing Follow the podcast on Social Media as well: - Instagram - TikTok - Twitter - Facebook ______________________________________ **FREE Audiobook for the month by using my link here** Audibletrial.com/thegametimeguru **Calling ALL Entrepreneurs, if you'd like to check out the BEST training course on Marketing, for only $100, make sure to go here** Onefunnelaway.com

Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and leave me a review!! _____________________________ First-Year Head Coach, Dan Schaffeld has always been able to see things differently when it comes to football! He's relatively young when it comes to "coaches" but he knows what to look for and how to get his players to buy in. Today, we talk about his history in football. What he has seen that has built winning programs and what he looks to implement into his job at Newport High in Oregon as he goes into his first season as their Head Coach. It's not easy, going into your first Head Coaching position right when the global pandemic hit, so we'll learn what he's doing, what challenges he's had to deal with, and what he's learning along the way! Don't miss this opportunity to learn from Dan as we get to see things from his perspective! _________________________________________- Follow me on Social Media and don't forget to DM me with questions and suggestions for the show! If you have a guest you'd love to hear from, please let me know! If you are an entrepreneur looking for your next opportunity to bring your business online, make sure to check out the One Funnel Away Challenge so you can learn from the best of the best! It's well worth the investment!

You may have seen his work on your social media feeds. From Golf, to Football, Basketball and more, Jared Jacobs, also known as GoldYeller on his social platforms, is recreating memorable sports events with LEGOS! It's one of the most unique interviews I've done in the history of the show. A man who is a sports fan and has a talent for using legos to do stop animation, has taken his passion and done something larger than most of us could ever imagine with it! The amount of work that goes into his scenes is unbelievable!! The opportunities he's been presented with are equally as impressive! It's a little more than "getting paid to play with legos" and when you listen in, you'll find out what I mean! ____________________________ Follow Jared on his social media platforms: TikTok: @goldyeller Instagram: @goldyeller YouTube: GoldYeller Twitter: @goldyeller

Randy Livingston was one of the nation's best athletes growing up. From the time he picked up a basketball he was always winning. His skillset and athleticism allowed him to compete at the highest level at each stage of his life! In High School, he became a 2x Player of the Year alongside Jason Kidd in 1992 and Rasheed Wallace in 1993. What happened after that is where the story truly gets interesting. Some devastating knee injuries entering into college changed the trajectory of his career moving forward, but he still found his way to make a solid pro career out of it. And we'll hear all about it today! Listen in and find out how he landed with the Rockets in his rookie year. Hear about his favorite players he played with and against as well as the coach that was the most influential coach in his life! You also get to hear about his coaching career where he's seeing tremendous success! This is a story of grit. A story of determination! A story of hard work and never giving up! A story of taking advantage of every opportunity that's provided. Do NOT miss this episode!! And don't miss out on the opportunity to check out our official sponsor of the podcast, 208 Printing! If you need ANYTHING printed to rep your team, or brand, or ANYTHING, just check out 208 Printing and they'll get you taken care of!

In Brazil, the dominant sport is Soccer (futebol em Portugues), and I always found it fascinating to meet people who competed in sports OUTSIDE of Soccer. It was like everyone EXPECTED Brazilians to all compete in Soccer. That's why I'm so excited to speak with Lucio Martins today on the show! Lucio competed at the highest level as a former professional handball player in Brazil and today he joins the show to share his experience with us! We will learn of the differences between Handball in Brazil compared to that which we may be used to here in the United States along with many other things! So don't miss it! Not only that, we must give him some major credit for doing this podcast in English (which is not his native language). Listen in and join us as we discuss what it's like to compete in Handball when you are a Brazilian! You'll love what he has to say! Major shoutout to our sponsors over at 208 Printing. If you have a brand, or a team and want to get some merch created, head on over to MadeBy208.com and check out what they have to offer! __________________________________________________________________ Don't forget to get your free 30 day trial to Audible by going to: Audibletrial.com/thegametimeguru

The Meridian High basketball team hadn't made the State Playoffs since 2006. The culture of the program was not as strong as it should have been, the teams weren't used to winning. Then, Jeff Sanor came into the mix! Coach Sanor changed the culture of the program from one that expected to lose, to one that expected to win. This past season, he led the MHS Basketball team to the State Tourney after a 20-win season and today he joins the show to talk with us about all of it! You don't want to miss this one! And you'll definitely want to keep an eye on the program as he's doing BIG things right now! _______________________________________________________ Don't miss out on the best coaching course on the market for those wanting to start a new business! Check out the One Funnel Away Challenge and find out how you can use ClickFunnels to help scale your business! If you enjoy listening to audiobooks, make sure to get your free 30-day trial to Audible by simply going to the link here: Audibletrial.com/thegametimeguru

From competing at a young age, Kekoa Nawahine was an athlete who wanted to take his talents to the next level! This ultimately led him to Boise State University after having served a two-year church mission. Today, learn how his first few workouts of summer camp went when he got to Boise State, and see what he had to do in order to compete for a starting spot and get reps! This is a great interview about hard work, determination, patience, and growth! Kekoa is a fantastic example of what it's like to do the work behind the scenes to ultimately lead you to your goals! Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and leave me a review! https://linktr.ee/GametimeGuru

My discussion with the former NBA Vet, Jerry Stackhouse about his amazing career! With the average career span for an NBA Player being less than five years, the fact Stackhouse made it 18 speaks volumes to his work ethic and determination. We get to learn from him about what it truly takes to get to the next level! After having coached at Vanderbilt, Jerry is now an assistant coach for the Golden State Warriors and he continues to make a major impact on the game. _____________________________ If you are a business owner, and you have heard about ClickFunnels, then you know the power it can have on your business!! EVERYONE is always looking for a discount to ClickFunnels, and I have it for you right here! https://www.imallin.com/?aff=5cbea6d0-1f1c-435e-bf6f-489c8a4ac116-1WzEwLDIwNTZdc If you want to get ClickFunnels at a MAJOR discounted rate, then click the link above and you can literally SAVE HUNDREDS PER YEAR on the subscription! Get it TODAY!

If you are anything like I was in sports, a "late bloomer" (meaning, I didn't have the athleticism and body maturity to compete at that next level until after my high school days), you'll want to listen up! Today I bring on Taylor Bateman, who is the owner and performance coach at Off the Field. He helps train and develop young athletes, as well professional athletes! We'll get to hear more about why he's so passionate about helping the youth get to that next level! What do they do at "Off the Field" that makes them so unique and set them apart from the others? I would encourage ALL to listen to this and share it with any parents or athletes that you know. If you've ever considered taking your child to a Sports Performance facility, this would be a great listen! I can only imagine what it would have been like if we had more access to these types of facilities when I was in high school! Make sure to follow Off The Field on social media: Instagram: @offthefield __________________________________________________ **Entrepreneurs take note!! If you want an amazing 30 Day Training course on how to take your business online, you NEED to check out the One Funnel Away Challenge! It's a MUST!!** - **Don't forget to get your Free 30-Day Trial to Audible if you enjoy listening to Audiobooks!** Just head to audibletrial.com/thegametimeguru

Check out the new website so you can get access to all of the content we provide! ⁣ ⁣ www.thegametimeguru.com ⁣ ⁣ ______________________________________________________⁣ ⁣ Tyler Rausa took to kicking a little later in life, but did grow up in athletics! ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ He took the JUCO route (of which he gives us some insight to what a JUCO is REALLY like...) much different than what is portrayed on the Netflix Series "Last Chance U" ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ After JUCO, he was offered a spot at Boise State University where he had a successful career, but it didn't end there. Since College, he's been doing everything in his power to make it through the ranks of the pros and most recently found himself as the starting kicker for the DC Defenders of the XFL. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Today we'll hear all about his journey! He will share the ups and downs of what it's like to be fighting for his dream to play at the next level. He shares with us his experience in the XFL and how they were treated as players (football fans will love this) ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Find out more about Tyler Rausa on this week's episode of The Gametime Guru.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Don't forget to follow Tyler on his social platforms: ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Instagram: @goodeatz_raus⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Twitter: @T_Rausa⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ _____________________________________⁣ ⁣ Don't forget to get your FREE 30-Day Trial to Audible so you can listen to your favorite AUDIOBOOKS! Just go here: ⁣ ⁣ Audibletrial.com/thegametimeguru⁣ ⁣ Any Entrepreneurs out there?!! I promise you, this will be the BEST $100 investment for yourself and your business! Make sure to check out the One Funnel Away Challenge! You will be glad you did!

There are many advantages to participating in college athletics. Obviously you get to compete against others at a high level, and for some, they move onto the next level in their sport after school is complete. For others, they have to find what's next in life as they transition out of sports and into the "real world." Derek Wieting joins the show today to talk about his journey. From the early days playing sports, to becoming the Defensive Player of the Year in High School and getting an offer to play football at the University of Idaho. While at U of I, Derek utilized football to not only help him on the field, but outside as well. He built his network in college and utilized the education that football had presented him with. For athletes going on to play college sports, listen to Derek and learn from him as he teaches many important principles about what you should be doing while you are playing sports. You can definitely utilize the educational side of the scholarship just as much as you can utilize the "sports" side of it. If you enjoy this interview, all I ask is that you leave me a review on Apple Podcasts and give me 5-Stars! Thank you so much! Don't forget to checkout the website: www.thegametimeguru.com ________________________________________________________ If you are interested in building a sales funnel for your business, make sure to check out the One Funnel Away Challenge For a Free Audible 30-Day Trial, make sure to go here and listen to your favorite audiobooks!! - Audibletrial.com/thegametimeguru

There is so much emphasis in power, and explosion when you hear about the "training" aspect of sports. So many coaches from a young age want to see how much weight you can lift and the focus is so often set in on that piece of training, and we happen to neglect the other important aspects of it. Recovery, stretching, mobility, etc. These are all super important, yet often overlooked, aspects of training. This is how you truly take your body to the next level in your training. For this reason, we are bringing on a Facial Stretch Therapy Specialist (FST Specialist), Kody Olinger, to share his knowledge with the rest of us. Kody has a history of competing as an athlete and has a passion for helping others! He's worked with many athletes (including Drew Brees) and he's here to help you all understand the importance of what he does. What I love about Kody's approach is his focus on what some would call the "non-traditional" things. (Breathing being one of them). But what I encourage you all to do is to put aside what you have been taught and listen to this with an open mind. I guarantee you'll come out of it better when you implement what Kody teaches. I also want you do to me a favor and follow Kody on all of his platforms. Check his website: korecovery.net Follow his Instagram: @ko_stretch Follow his Facebook If you enjoy this episode, I just ask that you please provide me a 5-Star Review on Apple Podcasts! That's it :) ______________________________________________________________ __________________ If you want to get healthy and enjoy a solid tasting protein bar (that doesn't taste like "astronaut food" (as my mother would say) then you need to get on with BUILT! You can get 10% off your order by using referral code: GTGSHANEL So just head to https://builtbar.com?baapp=GTGSHANEL today and get your order put in! It helps us both out ;) __________________ The success and growth of this podcast is due in large part to the people who have shared, liked, listened, reviewed, and engaged with this show! We continue to grow and it's all because of you! If you have an opportunity to share this podcast with your friends, family, co-workers, etc. please do! You never know who is going to be impacted by the words of our guests! Thank you so much for your continued support!

On Episode 141 of the show, we spoke with Boone Bartlome. Today we hear from the man who was coaching him that season. A man who has the "magic touch" as a coach. Known for turning programs around wherever he goes. A man who opens up about how Boone's accident impacted him as a Head Coach. Coach Lee Leslie shares with us his journey as a football coach and what he does to help these kids take things to the next level. He also gives some very sound advice for coaches and parents everywhere. It's an encouraging interview and a great opportunity for all of us to open our eyes, and make some adjustments where necessary. Please give this episode a listen as we get to know about Coach Leslie, and get to hear his perspective of Boone Bartlome's experience in the process! __________________________________________________________ **If you enjoy this interview, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts** Don't forget to get your FREE 30-Day trial to Audible so you can listen to your favorite audiobooks: Audibletrial.com/thegametimeguru

From a young age, Boone was an incredible athlete! Anything he did for sports, came naturally for him. He grew up being elite at whatever sport he played and he thoroughly enjoyed it! From Youth Baseball to Optimist Football, to Rodeo later on in his teens, he just loved to compete at a high level. After having given football a break while he focused on other sports, in 2013, Boone made a football comeback while he was attending Kuna High School. After a promising season, the team reached the State Playoffs. In their State Playoff Game, while blocking as a wide receiver, Boone took a fall and collided with a teammate's knee, breaking his neck and leaving him paralyzed. A devastating injury on what some would call a "freak accident." Today, Boone talks about the experience and he talks about how he continues to overcome the obstacles that have come his way since then. It's a true story of inspiration, and motivation. This interview will give you perspective on life. Through Boone's words, you'll find yourself becoming more and more motivated to give it everything you've got because you truly never know when you may not have that chance again. Listen in and enjoy learning from a man who has overcome many obstacles in life and who truly shows us what it is like to take advantage of EVERY opportunity that presents itself! Also, make sure you follow Boone on his social media platforms and that you get yourself a shirt from his apparel line, All Try. Go here: https://all-try.com/ Follow Boone on Social Media: Instagram: @boone_bartlome @_alltry ___________________________________________ Remember, if you enjoy the interview, make sure to head to iTunes and leave a 5-Star Review! People ask how they can pay me back for the show, and that's the best way to do so. Reviews are incredible! Thank you for listening and subscribing to The Gametime Guru Podcast with Shane Larson.

UFC 249 taking place without fans is one of the biggest events in sports history! I'll tell you why!

Sports are just as much mental as they are physical. There's a lot one must do to actually train their mind, especially when some of the concepts may seem foreign to them. Like, "Neutral Thinking" for example. This is what Trevor Moawad specializes in. He teaches the power and skill of "neutral thinking." He teaches athletes and trains them on the power of it all. It may seem "different" to the average person, but it's not all that crazy. In fact, you may find yourself doing exactly what I did after reading his book (It Takes What It Takes), taking notes and implementing what I was being taught. In our interview today, we discuss Trevor's book in more detail and he provides us with some of his awesome knowledge based on the experience that he had in his life while working for some of the best, most well known and most successful programs in College Football. Don't miss out on what he has to share. Make sure to follow Trevor on his platforms: Instagram: @trevormoawad and @thinkbig_gofar You can find more about Trevor here: https://moawadconsultinggroup.com/ Please follow Trevor as he continues his work! And if you enjoy this interview, please leave me a 5-Star Review! I'd truly appreciate it! Thank you so much! ________________________________ If you're looking to learn more and take your business to the next level, you need to be in the One Funnel Away Challenge. Don't believe me? Check more information out here. This is the way the world is moving, going online.. So why not check it out! - One Funnel Away Challenge

Today I share the story of where my lack of confidence in myself began. How many of us know of someone (or ourselves) who has all the skill or potential in the world, but never is able to tap into that potential and/or skillset due to the lack of confidence in themselves? How do we go about instilling confidence in our athletes at a young age so they can perform in sports, business, life, relationships, etc? I'm genuinely curious what people think!! Please listen to this episode and let me know your thoughts. Don't forget to get your free audiobook: https://audibletrial.com/thegametimeguru Don't forget to leave me a review!!

For fight fans around the world, you know the excitement that fills the house or arena, when you hear the man's voice. Bruce Buffer has the unique ability to capture an audience's attention regardless of where they physically are. When he talks, people listen! In this interview with Bruce, the Voice of the Octagon in the UFC, we hear of his backstory. How he has been an entrepreneur for a very long time and what he has learned along the way about the good side of life and the "dark side" of life. We learn of lessons from his father, of the relationship with his brother, Michael Buffer (known for the "Let's Get Ready to Rumble" phrase in his announcing), his businesses Bruce has run, what it's like being the voice of the octagon and working in the sport of Mixed Martial Arts, and what he's doing right now to better himself and continue to grow! It's a fantastic interview to get to know Bruce even better! Sometimes you see where the person is today and don't realize the full journey it took to get there! What an inspiring human being! Subscribe, listen, and enjoy our discussion with Bruce! P.S. Don't forget to ask for the Buffer Bundle at Grimaldi's Pizza (referenced in the interview)

Have you ever heard about the "Shark Mindset?" See, Mr. Walter Bond always preaches how we must have that Shark Mindset. Because Sharks never stop moving! From his days at the University of Minnesota where he came off the bench for his entire career, to the time he made the NBA and ended up getting into the starting lineup for the Dallas Mavericks on opening night, Walter Bond has NEVER stopped moving. He uses his experiences in basketball to help him in his business career now. He's a thought leader, business coach, and motivational speaker. Listen to him speak of his days with the Utah Jazz, where he played alongside John Stockton, Karl Malone, and under the amazing coach, Jerry Sloan. Hear him speak of what he learned during that process. I would encourage all to follow Walter Bond and implement the things which he teaches to help you become a better person in whatever you are doing. You can follow his work at: WalterBond.com Don't forget, if you'd like to get yourself a free 30 day trial to Audible and get yourself a free audiobook to go with it, you can most certainly use this link here: audibletrial.com/thegametimeguru Follow me on my social media pages and interact! We have big things coming here with GTG Media! We're bringing you the sports content that you want to hear!

**Don't forget to sign up for the One Funnel Away Challenge if you are an entrepreneur! It's the best $100 investment you'll ever make! Just make sure that you go to: One Funnel Away ______________________________________________________ This is a fun one tonight! A Facebook LIVE video that I did in regards to Football in the Fall. Would you rather: - Watch Football with no fans - Cancel the season altogether Before you answer that question, listen to the potential risk/reward and then let me know! It's interesting to think about but it's a legit possibility in our industry, so like Mr. Walter Bond mentioned: "Anticipate where your industry will be, and don't meet it there...BEAT it there!" So that's what we're doing today on the show! Let me know what you think and don't forget to leave me a review! P.S. If you enjoy audiobooks, make sure to get your free, 30 day trial to audible to read your favorite books! audibletrial.com/thegametimeguru

This podcast is being brought to you by Audible. Try it out for FREE for 30 days by simply using the link: Audibletrial.com/thegametimeguru _________________________________________________________ From Diving, to Gymnastics, to Luge for the US National Team, Stacey Young knew exactly what it took to be a competitor at the highest level! Today she shares her story with us on just how she became involved with the sport of luge. The details she provides today in our interview are incredible! Get ready to learn about the sport of Luge!! We talk about practices, traveling, conditions of the tracks, competitions, etc. Stacey now is an amazing PT where she takes a lot of the knowledge and experience she had as an athlete and helps others in a different realm. Listen and learn from her today as she shares her experience with the rest of us! ________________________________________________________ If you are an aspiring entrepreneur and you want to know how a sales funnel can help your business grow, I'd highly encourage you to take a look at this link here (copy and past into your browser): One Funnel Away Challenge Make sure you are subscribed to the podcast and that you share this with all your friends and family as we get more and more content for the sports fans and allow people just like Stacey, to share their stories with audiences from all around! __________________________________________________________ Where to Find Me: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher TuneIn

**Looking to get into online marketing? Try the One Funnel Away Challenge and you'll find out it's the best $100 ever spent! Feel free to reach out to me directly, or go here for more information: bit.ly/ShaneOFA ** Ken Childs stepped outside of his normal zone of comfort when he decided to help out with photography and journalism for motorsports. He shares with us his unique journey which includes the amazing experiences he has had because of that. The tracks he's been to. The different races he's covered. The best shots he's had as a photographer and he explains WHAT makes a good shot (outside of just the photo itself). This experience helped him when he decided to take his talents to his own website, when he created slidingonice.com He talks of the differences between photography for Bobsledding and MotorSports and he explains to us WHY Bobsledding should be more popular than it currently is! Listen in today and hear an inspiring journey from Ken and maybe, you'll find yourself motivated to do something similar because he's the prime example of doing something that you enjoy and stepping outside of your comfort zone and then reaping the benefits later :) Follow Ken on Twitter: @TheKenChilds _________________________________________ Get your FREE 30-Day Trial to Audible by simply going to this link here: audibletrial.com/thegametimeguru _________________________________________ Subscribe to the Podcast: bit.ly/GametimeGuruPodcast

If you're an entrepreneur and want to get the best education you can, check out the One Funnel Away Challenge to learn how to build sales funnels! bit.ly/ShaneOFA Coach would always tell us to keep our head up and our eyes forward. Why? Because the punches that hurt the most are the punches you don't see! I'll tell you just how I dislocated my jaw as well! Make sure to tune in and hear this bonus episode from my walk and talk from my Facebook LIVE. ______________________________________ Like Audiobooks? Get a FREE 30 Day trial to Audible by simply going to this link here: audibletrial.com/thegametimeguru ______________________________________

**Don't Forget to Leave me a review on Apple Podcasts** Coaches come in all different forms. Some coaches make a lasting impact on players for the right reasons, and unfortunately a lot of them make a lasting impact for the wrong reasons. Those who can truly make an impact on their players are the ones who will be remembered forever for the right reasons! Carl Wilson, is doing exactly that. Trying to be an influence in these young players' lives so they can continue to grow and improve in every aspect of life. Today Carl and I discuss coaching and he gives us his thoughts and ideas that have helped him in his young coaching career! He's an Assistant Varsity Coach at a local high school in the Treasure Valley of Idaho and he truly cares about his players! Listen and learn from one that knows what they're doing! Don't forget to check the links below for more amazing information! _________________________________________________________ Entrepreneurs and business owners: Make sure to check out the One Funnel Away Challenge to see how a Sales Funnel can help you grow your business: bit.ly/ShaneOFA To get your 30 Day Free Trial to Audible so you can start listening to your favorite books, make sure to go here: audibletrial.com/thegametimeguru To subscribe to my podcast on your favorite podcast platform, go here: bit.ly/GametimeGuruPodcast

What we must realize, is the actual dedication it takes to make sure your body is in the right condition to compete at the highest level. IF the NBA comes back and they want to finish the season in the summer, just how long will it take for the players to come back fully healthy? How much time do we need? Do we need them to have 4-8 weeks to get their bodies right? Should we risk potential injuries for these players? ___________________________________________________________ ______________________________________ Get your Audible Free Trial: audibletrial.com/thegametimeguru bit.ly/GametimeGuruPodcast Ever wanted to know about the One Funnel Away Challenge and getting your business online?! Reach out to me with questions or go here: bit.ly/ShaneOFA

The great debate. Should you play more than one sport? How does it benefit you and what may it be doing to hinder your development? There's MANY sides to this discussion. So today, I'm bringing on a good friend of mine, Bryon Brotzman, to speak about it from his perspective! Bryon grew up with two older brothers (Kyle, one of his older brothers joined my show back on Episode 55) and they all played multiple sports. Soccer, Baseball, Basketball (and then even Football). We talk injuries. Does it take a toll on your body? Age, weight room, etc. All the little things that go into playing multiple sports and when it might be a good idea to focus in on one sport. Also, does the evolution of Club Sports make an impact on whether an athlete can actually compete in multiple sports? We touch base on that too! You don't want to miss this episode of the show! It's going to be a good one! ______________________________________ Get your Audible Free Trial: audibletrial.com/thegametimeguru Where to Find Me: Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/2syRPkw Spotify - http://spoti.fi/2oVVZ36 Stitcher - http://bit.ly/2sR9m90 TuneIn - http://bit.ly/2Fx5UlU

This week we discuss the "Franchise Tag" to help others have a better understanding of what it is exactly. How can it help athletes? How can it help organizations? How can it be detrimental to a player? We'll also discuss how Kirk Cousins and Dak Prescott truly have similar careers to one another at this time! Make sure to follow me on all of my social profiles and follow me there! ______________________________________ Get your Audible Free Trial: audibletrial.com/thegametimeguru Where to Find Me: bit.ly/GametimeGuruPodcast One Funnel Away Challenge: bit.ly/ShaneOFA

From all the way when I was a young child until now, at 31 years old, I have ALWAYS found comfort in sports. I remember, the days (really the whole last month) leading up to my church mission, I was SO NERVOUS I couldn't sleep. I had a fear of the unknown. Nobody before me in my immediate family had served a mission and I didn't know what to expect. I wouldn't sleep in my room, I'd have to sleep on the couch. You know why? Because it allowed me to turn on ESPN and have Sports Center playing in the background so I could sleep through the night. I found comfort in hearing the same replays OVER and OVER again throughout the evening. Sports brought me comfort. It was "more than a game" to me. Sports were, and continue to be, a medication of sorts for me. Like a good friend once said, "they matter because they don't matter." I know the sports world is in chaos right now, but I'm going to tell you something, the fact that the NBA used its platform to take a major step (albeit an unpopular one in the eyes of some), showed me once again, that Sports are "more than a game." Going back to what I said, I was called to serve. And my passion is sports. That is EXACTLY why I began my sports podcast three years ago. I wanted to share that passion with the world. Which is EXACTLY why I've made the decision to continue to produce content while I can. With the hope that even if it's just once a week, someone can tune into MY show and get away from the worries of the world. They can tune into MY show and hear from motivational individuals as they share their stories with the rest of us! That is why I will continue to produce content and keep my podcast running! I believe it can help the world believe it or not, and even if it's a small impact, at least I'm doing something. I want to provide that same comfort to others through sports discussions and interviews, that ESPN brought to me throughout my whole life. Check out Herbal Mana and get some pain relief my friends!! http://join.HerbalMana.com/ref/Ri35020272 You can also find out more about the OFA Challenge: bit.ly/ShaneOFA Sign up for an Audible Free Trial by going here: AudibleTrial.com/thegametimeguru

In baseball, it's important you train mentally as much as you train physically. Especially when it comes to the skill of "hitting." A player who trains themselves mentally, to be prepared for various situations before they even happen, typically will have more success on the field. Diamyn Hall was the first collegiate Mental Game Development Coordinator (Wright State University) and he has taken that skillset to his online business as he coaches many players throughout the world on the mental side of hitting! He's even put together "The Hitter's Blackbook" which you can find by going here: https://www.thehittersblackbook.com/ Today he shares his journey and what he went through as a player as well as a coach and how that's helped him in his business. He loves serving those around him and you are going to see why so many people gravitate towards him and his teachings! He's a good dude, with positive intentions and he wants to help! Make sure to follow him on Social Media as well: Instagram: @diamynhall ______________________________________ Get your Audible Free Trial: audibletrial.com/thegametimeguru Where to Find Me: Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/2syRPkw Spotify - http://spoti.fi/2oVVZ36 Stitcher - http://bit.ly/2sR9m90 TuneIn - http://bit.ly/2Fx5UlU

He didn't even start on his High School basketball team. He averaged 2 points a game his senior year. Then how did he end up on a college basketball team? And to go even further, how did he end up on a professional basketball team without having finished his college playing career? Dre Baldwin has a story that you CANNOT miss! The man will tell us all today about HARD WORK and dedication. If you have a dream, then you need to work towards it and never give up. That may mean that you need to take advantage of the opportunities that present themselves to you! With his professional basketball playing days ending in 2015, the life lessons he learned THROUGH basketball did not end. In fact, he uses a lot of what he learned in Basketball to help other athletes, entrepreneurs, businesses, etc. Dre runs "DreAllDay.com" and has written over 20 BOOKS! Not even kidding, you should go here right now and get his book "Work on Your Game" workonyourgamebook.com See Dre took a "non-traditional" route to the pros, but his hard work and dedication is exactly why you should be listening to his words. He can help you in sports, business, life, etc. A big part of his story was PUBLISHING. During his career, he began a YouTube Channel which is a large part of his story as well! Check that out here: https://www.youtube.com/user/dreupt His words and lessons have helped inspire MANY different people and you can also check out his podcast, "Work on Your Game with Dre Baldwin" by going here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/work-on-your-game-with-dre-baldwin/id1102601387 His story is unique! His story is inspirational! It's truly remarkable what he's been able to accomplish and the places he's been able to see and experience because he leveraged his talent and love of the game of basketball! Enjoy the interview! _________________________________________________ Get your Audible Free Trial: audibletrial.com/thegametimeguru Where to Find Me: Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/2syRPkw Spotify - http://spoti.fi/2oVVZ36 Stitcher - http://bit.ly/2sR9m90 TuneIn - http://bit.ly/2Fx5UlU

Doug Collins, known as "The Beserker" in the fight game, has a story about as awesome as his beard. Wrestling through Middle School and High School, Doug found his way to the MMA game after studying old-school UFC Tapes with a friend of his and falling in love with the sport. As he prepares for his upcoming match in Nampa, ID on February 29th (Get your tickets HERE), he will tell us about how he got here in his professional journey. He battled through injuries, through struggles, and fighting helped get him up and out! They always say the quiet ones are who you should be afraid of and Doug is THAT MAN! He may not be the loudest, but he's in the back, putting in work, getting prepped for what comes next! Listen in and get to know Doug this week on the show and show him some support!! Get your TICKETS for Mountain Force MMA and get to see Doug IN ACTION - https://mountainforce.ticketleap.com/mtf15/t/collins/ _______________________________________________ Audible Free Trial to read Tyson Fury's book!! - audibletrial.com/thegametimeguru _______________________________________________ Where to Find Me: Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/2syRPkw Spotify - http://spoti.fi/2oVVZ36 Stitcher - http://bit.ly/2sR9m90 TuneIn - http://bit.ly/2Fx5UlU

I grew up DESPISING Kobe and the Lakers organization. For years I would constantly say terrible things and just find ways to hate on the man, simply because he was better than my team! The Jazz couldn't seem to get past him and the Lakers and I think it had a lot to do with my frustrations! As I grew older, I gained a HUGE respect for the man as I began to have real life situations that helped me see things through a different lens. My hope is this message today will help someone, to appreciate greatness and not take these people like Kobe for granted. And to help us see the greatness, and try and implement their teachings! Ever wanted to get to know more about marketing and getting a sales funnel up and out the door in 30 days? Then you need to check out the One Funnel Away Challenge through ClickFunnels. It's well worth it, and you can get to speak to me, The Gametime Guru as my team and I will help you through the whole process! Go here for more details: bit.ly/ShaneOFA ________________________________________________________________ Where to Find Me: Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/2syRPkw Spotify - http://spoti.fi/2oVVZ36 Stitcher - http://bit.ly/2sR9m90 TuneIn - http://bit.ly/2Fx5UlU

William Dunkle has been a competitor his whole life! He grew up playing football and now, at the age of 37 is a professional fighter, who is as fierce as they come! The "technical brawler" fighting for Team No Excuse, has put MANY men on the ground with his powerful shots and he's looking to continue to show what he can do when he fights on January 10th at Century Link Arena in Downtown Boise. William represents all "underdogs" out there. Today he will share with us his story of where he came from, who he looks up to, how football prepared him for the MMA life, and what we can expect from him on January 10th! The man is going places and I encourage all of you to check this interview out and if you are in the Treasure Valley, make sure to head to Century Link Arena on the 10th to watch some amazing fights. Let's GO! Follow William on Instagram: @208_underdog _______________________________________________________________ Subscribe to the Podcast on all your favorite platforms: Where to Find Me: Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/2syRPkw Spotify - http://spoti.fi/2oVVZ36 Stitcher - http://bit.ly/2sR9m90 TuneIn - http://bit.ly/2Fx5UlU

We always hear about the impact that money has on different athletes. In the fight game however, there is A LOT of money being pushed around, and with it being an "individual sport" these fighters are taking a lot of cash on the way home, win or lose. We will speak about Andy Ruiz and his first bout with Anthony Joshua and how his earnings changed his life and his training habits, which had a direct impact on his rematch with Joshua just recently. Connor McGregor in the UFC has seen a similar impact after he became wealthy. How does money impact fighters? We'll talk about that here today on the show!

It's been a while Guru Nation! I'm excited to talk to you about the College Football Playoff rankings and what we can expect from each of these teams! LSU vs Oklahoma - What will it take for OU to have a chance? Ohio State vs Clemson - Clemson is coming in disrespected and wants to make a statement. Ohio State is looking to avenge their 2016 showing. QB Matchups - Justin Fields is the "least experienced" of this group, which is what makes it so exciting. It tells you what we can expect from this Playoff! Super exciting stuff and we can't wait for you to hear it! Rate and Review the podcast and show your support! Thanks guys!

Call me crazy, but I absolutely HATE bad weather in football games! I have played and watched football my entire life, and fully understand what people would consider "Football Weather" but I still hate it and always have. Find out why today! You'll also find out about what I've been up to lately in my podcasting journey and find out why it's been three months since my last episode dropped! Make sure to find me on all the platforms!

Today I'm joining you guys by myself to give an update on what's to come with the show and the other shows coming down the pipeline! - The Gametime Guru - Gridiron Gametime - Nation's Best Ballers and Recruits Podcast I'll also be explaining why I am excited for the Ohio State and Boise State Football seasons coming up! Get ready for it! __________________________________________________ Where to Find Me: Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/2syRPkw Spotify - http://spoti.fi/2oVVZ36 Stitcher - http://bit.ly/2sR9m90 TuneIn - http://bit.ly/2Fx5UlU

For Torrey Fields, a major sports fan from Chicago, it wasn't originally in the works to be in sports photography. It wasn't until he was coaching that he realized he wanted to be able to capture some of those moments of his players, that he realized he had the "eye" and "drive" for taking pictures for teams. From little league, all the way to the pros, Torrey has quite the journey and it's great to see he is now allowed to be around the game he loves while doing something he truly enjoys! Today we'll speak about his journey. How he gets the shots he wants. What was his favorite shot. Who are some of the greatest players he's met since beginning to do some work with the Atlanta Falcons. And much more! Give him a follow on Instagram and Facebook: Instagram: @fieldsvision Facebook: @FieldsVision ________________________________________________ Where to Find Me: Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/2syRPkw Spotify - http://spoti.fi/2oVVZ36 Stitcher - http://bit.ly/2sR9m90 TuneIn - http://bit.ly/2Fx5UlU

Jay Brantley (J Boogie) is known as one of the best streetballers out of the state of California. He had stints with the And1 Mixtape Tour, the Hooptainers, and now uses his basketball knowledge and experience to run Macleem Sports (an active lifestyle brand). Today we'll talk about his early days as a streetballer (and we'll learn what streetball was all about), where the idea for Macleem Sports came from and even hear about some of the best players Jay has played against throughout his basketball career. You'll see how sports have truly taken Jay around the world to learn different cultures and really make an impact on his life. Now he gets to utilize that for his business! If you want customized apparel for your team, you need to contact Macleem Sports, visit their website by going here: http://www.macleemsports.com/ ______________________________________________ Where to subscribe for more sports talk? Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/2syRPkw Spotify - http://spoti.fi/2oVVZ36 Stitcher - http://bit.ly/2sR9m90 TuneIn - http://bit.ly/2Fx5UlU

Jeff Harward first joined The Gametime Guru Podcast last year on Episode 58, where we discussed the growth of Rugby! Episode 58: Growth of Rugby with Coach Jeff Harward We brought Jeff back to the show because in the last year, Jeff has moved back to his hometown to take on a new adventure in the sport of Rugby as he is currently the Head Coach at Rocky Mountain High School for the Girls Rugby Team. We'll discuss what he's learned in the last year as a coach, and talk about the differences between coaching the boys and coaching the girls. We'll also talk about the growth that Rugby continues to have, especially in the United States! This is our first follow-up interview on the show, and it's a GREAT one at that! Check it out! ____________________________________________ Where to Find Me: Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/2syRPkw Spotify - http://spoti.fi/2oVVZ36 Stitcher - http://bit.ly/2sR9m90 TuneIn - http://bit.ly/2Fx5UlU

It's crazy how people can make assumptions on how an individual is, based on a TV Series. I was super intrigued by Coach Jason Brown's coaching style when the Last Chance U series went to Independence Community College for Season 3, but I knew there was more to him than what the show portrayed. Today Coach Brown joins me for an awesome discussion about his life, journey and what he intends on doing moving forward. You'll also hear about his book "Hate Me Now, Love Me Later" which you can find on Amazon. (Go BUY it!) You'll find out a lot about the man from this 25 minute discussion and you'll quickly realize how genuine of an individual he is. I'm very excited about Season 4 of the show, but I would encourage all of the Last Chance U fans and football fans in general to always be aware of how media portrays individuals. There is almost ALWAYS a completely different side to a story so make sure to try and see all sides before making your assumptions. I hope you enjoy this bonus episode of the show! ____________________________________________________ Where to Find Me: Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/2syRPkw Spotify - http://spoti.fi/2oVVZ36 Stitcher - http://bit.ly/2sR9m90 TuneIn - http://bit.ly/2Fx5UlU

The world of eSports continues to RISE! As we've discussed in the past, it is now a Varsity Program at some Universities, one of which is Boise State. Today, I meet with Dr. Chris Haskell, the Head Coach and Director of the Boise State eSports Team to talk to him about the program and what they have to offer. You'll be amazed at the different possibilities this program at BSU will provide to people. (Production experience, broadcasting (play by play), etc). It's opening so many opportunities for young men and women and this is an episode you do NOT want to miss. Dr. Haskell is amazing with his delivery on the show today as he educates us all on the world of eSports! Check it out! _____________________________ If you are a business owner, and you have heard about ClickFunnels, then you know the power it can have on your business!! EVERYONE is always looking for a discount to ClickFunnels, and I have it for you right here! https://www.imallin.com/?aff=5cbea6d0-1f1c-435e-bf6f-489c8a4ac116-1WzEwLDIwNTZdc If you want to get ClickFunnels at a MAJOR discounted rate, then click the link above and you can literally SAVE HUNDREDS PER YEAR on the subscription! Get it TODAY! _____________________________________________ Follow Dr. Haskell and BSU eSports on Twitter: Dr. Haskell: @haskell BSU eSports: @eSportsBSU

In the world we live in, there are many individuals who would LOVE to play football. The facts are, there are few who can actually do it. Athletes are rare, which is partially what makes them special, but what about those who still want to be a part of football? What do they do? The Simulation Football League gives people from all walks of life, an opportunity to play football on a competitive level. From players, to coaches, to owners, the SFL is providing many opportunities for people all over the globe. How is it different than eSports? How does it even work? How has it grown so much in its 6 years of existence? Today we have Commissioner of the SFL, Cameron Irvine, with us to discuss the league and show us what it takes to become part of it. Trust me, if you are anything like me, you'll listen to this interview and by the end of it, you will be wondering how you can be part of this league because it's something special! For more information on the Simulation Football League (SFL) you can go to their website here: https://simulationfl.net/ _________________________________________________ Major shoutout to Nation's Best Football. If you are involved with football in any way, as a player, coach, or you influence football in any way through business, you need to check out Nation's Best Football: nationsbestfootball.net Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationsbestfootball/ __________________________________________________ Where to Find Me: iTunes - https://apple.co/2syRPkw Spotify - http://spoti.fi/2oVVZ36 Stitcher - http://bit.ly/2sR9m90 TuneIn - http://bit.ly/2Fx5UlU

I've been a fan of Ohio State Football since I was in the 2nd Grade. So last season, when Urban Meyer was put in a difficult position due to a "report" from a "journalist" named Brett McMurphy, in regards to an Assistant Coach on the staff, I was worried. What concerned me the most though was the fact that so many people happened to run with the report that was given, before any of the full facts had been presented, and for some reason, I had it in the back of my mind, that this Assistant Coach wasn't this "bad guy" which McMurphy had tried to make him out to be. So I began following Zach Smith and his journey upon his release from the Ohio State Football program. Today I had the marvelous opportunity to speak with him and get his take on the whole situation from last year and what his thoughts are on journalists and the importance of reporting news accurately. We'll also get some insight on his new podcast, the Menace 2 Society Podcast which is incredible for ANY College Football Fan. Take some time out of your schedule to listen to this episode today! You'll be glad that you did!

Coach Dick Hartzell noticed something when he was coaching young men. He noticed there was a different way to help them improve their explosiveness and vertical leap. What he did though, was take a different approach to it and created the Jump Stretch and implemented the use of Rubber Bands into strength training. He has the experience with some major organizations and big named athletes. He'll be launching his own website here in the near future as well so stay tuned. Also, make sure to listen to the full interview because Coach Hartzell will educate us on his theory of why you should NOT ice your ankles when you sprain them! (Hint: He's got his own technique that has been proven to work... even on major athletes such as Ted Ginn Jr.) _______________________________________________________ Where to Find Me: iTunes - https://apple.co/2syRPkw Spotify - http://spoti.fi/2oVVZ36 Stitcher - http://bit.ly/2sR9m90 TuneIn - http://bit.ly/2Fx5UlU

Jason Spangler is no different than the typical college athlete. Oh, well, other than the fact that he runs his own roofing company while taking a full slate of credits at Texas Wesleyan. Did I also mention he's 51 years old? Spangler made the decision to play college football when he was 49 years old and his story on how that happened is unique. Find out how he was able to get through practices during his first year of spring ball with a broken rib and torn meniscus. Learn of how football LITERALLY saved his life and what life challenges he's gone through in the past year. This is an inspirational story that you don't want to miss. You'll learn how age is literally just a number, from the mouth of the 51 years young college football player, Jason Spangler. _______________________________________________________ Where to Find Me: iTunes - https://apple.co/2syRPkw Spotify - http://spoti.fi/2oVVZ36 Stitcher - http://bit.ly/2sR9m90 TuneIn - http://bit.ly/2Fx5UlU

Tyson Fury is my favorite fighter and I'll explain why today on this bonus episode! The fighter from the UK is someone you can't truly dislike. He is so charismatic and is a lovable dude!

Most of us who go through sports, have a "love/hate" relationship with the officials. They are truly there to do their job and help support the integrity of the game, but often times they get a lot of heat for the calls they either make or don't make (just ask the New Orleans Saints). It's tough to be an official, especially at the highest level. Today we speak to a former MLB Umpire about his journey being on the field and making calls. We'll discuss the stressful situations they are in, whether or not they should have to report to the media, the ejections that he's made, best ballparks he's been to, etc. Toby Basner floated through the minors and majors for six years as an umpire and has quite the story to share with the rest of us. Make sure to listen up. ______________________________________________________ SUBSCRIBE TO HEAR ALL OF OUR INTERVIEWS: iTunes - https://apple.co/2syRPkw Spotify - http://spoti.fi/2oVVZ36 Stitcher - http://bit.ly/2sR9m90 TuneIn - http://bit.ly/2Fx5UlU Audible Free Trial: (for your free 30 day trial for an audiobook) audibletrial.com/thegametimeguru