Becoming Uncommon with Coach Rich
Becoming Uncommon
Exploring the uncommon journey to greatness.
Becoming Uncommon dives into the habits, mindsets, and experiences that set extraordinary people apart. Host Christopher Richardson sits down with industry leaders, coaches, and innovators who are charting new paths in leadership, performance, and personal growth. Each episode uncovers unique practices for inspiring others, building resilience, and leading with purpose—along with educational insights that challenge you to think, act, and live uncommon.
Becoming Uncommon with Coach Rich
They Risked Everything to Build a Legacy — Larry & Yvonne Wade | Becoming Uncommon
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In this episode of Becoming Uncommon, I sit down with two people who’ve shaped not just my coaching career, but my life — Coach Larry Wade and Coach Yvonne Wade.
Larry is a former U.S. Track & Field champion turned world-renowned boxing trainer, working with elite fighters and building champions from the ground up. Yvonne, a former Olympian for Japan, has spent over 20 years in Division I coaching and now serves as the first-ever Athletic Director at Nevada State University.
We talk about:
✅ Transitioning from athletes to leaders and entrepreneurs
✅ The power of faith, resilience, and partnership
✅ What it means to lead with purpose in sports and life
✅ How to trust yourself when the path isn’t clear
Their story is one of sacrifice, legacy, and the courage to reinvent yourself — together.
Follow Larry Wade → @coachlarrywade
Follow Yvonne Wade → @coachyvonne
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