WPDSports Press On Podcast
Ever want to know what’s in the minds and hearts of both collegiate student-athletes and veterans athletes alike? Sometimes not much. Other times? To know would blow your mind! Just ask them.
Join educator and sports mentor Dr. Scott McNeal as he, collegiate student-athletes, and veteran athletes engage in personal, somewhat unscripted monthly conversations about life and faith at the intersection of soul and sport.
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WPDSports Press On Podcast
“Jay-Jay” – J. Grainger. D-II Runner. College Coach. Bandana Lover.
Dr. Scott McNeal (Dr. M) talks with Mr. Jay “Jay-Jay” Grainger. Former D-II runner. College coach and man of faith.
Jay resides in Colorado Springs, CO where he is an assistant coach at the UCCS (University of Colorado Colorado Springs).
Jay takes his strong and focused work ethic, and he insatiable thirst for facts (relevant or not) on a multi-year sports journey:
- Running competitively at D-II Southwest Baptist University and Dallas Baptist University;
- Volunteering as coach at Missouri Southern State University;
- And finally, securing an official assistant coach position at the University of Colorado – Colorado Springs.
Shout out to Jay’s world renown boss – Coach Mark “The Metronome” Misch (Season 2, Episode 5).
Join jay as he reflects on (1) his early sport years (he loves baseball), (2) his D-II collegiate success and challenges (3) his deep love for coaching and finally on (6) his God who helps frame it all and leads him into the next lap of life.
So, let’s get into the head and heart space of Jay – The Bearded Wonder – Bandana Boy - Grainger.
Quips and Advice:
“Don’t be afraid to ask the hard questions.”
“I wish I learned how to relax.”
Insight: How revive from a "dark night of the soul."
Guest Info & Contact:
Email: jaygrainger9@gmail.com
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