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Building Championship Culture with Dr. Ivey

October 17, 2025 • Steven • Season 8 • Episode 5

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In this episode, Steven Thompson sits down with Dr. Ivey, the Senior Athletic Director for Health and Performance at the University of Louisville, to explore what it truly takes to build a championship-level athletic program.

Dr. Ivey brings decades of experience in sports psychology, strength and conditioning, and mental performance coaching, sharing powerful insights from his time at the University of Missouri, the NFL, and now at Louisville.

The conversation dives deep into:
💪 Strength & Conditioning Coaching Philosophy – Going beyond traditional weight training to create complete, resilient athletes.
🧠 Mental Performance & Athlete Mindset – How goal setting, resilience training, and self-awareness shape elite performers.
🤝 Authentic Coaching Relationships – Why vulnerability and connection matter more than ever in athlete development.
🎯 Program Design & Progression Systems – Level-based training methods that prevent plateaus and optimize performance.
👥 Leadership & Staff Development – Building strong, aligned coaching teams through collaboration and trust.
🌱 Coach Growth & Self-Development – How continuous learning, communication, and reflection lead to long-term success.

Dr. Ivey also discusses his core leadership values—Care, Communicate, and Collaborate, offering practical lessons for coaches, athletes, and performance professionals striving for excellence.

🎧 Tune in for an hour of real conversation on coaching culture, athlete development, and high-performance leadership—from one of the most respected minds in collegiate sports.

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