Confessions from the SideLines
Sarah L. Cowart is the Founder and Owner of Your Academic Coach, a boutique academic coaching practice for college students based in Auburn, Alabama and State College, Pennsylvania. In the Confessions from the SideLines podcast, Sarah focuses on supporting parents as they navigate the academic challenges their college-bound children encounter. Listen in as she and her guests provide expert insights and actionable tips empowering parents to be effective guides throughout their child's college journey. From practical time management techniques and effective study strategies to stress relief methods and maintaining a healthy work-life balance, "Confessions from the Sidelines" offers a wealth of knowledge to help parents ensure their child's academic success.
Episodes
60 episodes
Erica Suter | The Strong Female Athlete
Erica Suter (MS CSCS) has been a female athlete performance coach for over a decade, and has worked with soccer players in the ECNL and Girls Academy League on speed, strength, and injury resiliency. She also is author of The Strong Female Athl...
Witt Bauknight | Let's Study!
Witt Bauknight is the founder of Witt’s Tutoring Group, a service focused on virtual tutoring for college students. He was born, raised and and now works from Columbia SC.Connect with Witt:Web...
Brandon Bridge | Take Advantage of the Opportunity
Today's guest is Brandon Bridge. Brandon began his collegiate football career at Alcorn State University in Mississippi in 2010 before transferring to the University of South Alabama. He was selected by Montreal in the fourth round of the 2015 ...
Philip Shaw | Be Prepared
Today's guest is Philip Shaw. Coach Shaw is currently the Head Athletic Trainer at Ouachita Parish High School in Monroe, LA. He's been a certified athletic trainer since 1994 and has worked in the clinical, secondary, and collegiate setting. W...
Al Borges | Deny of the Tiger
Today's guest is Coach Al Borges. Listen in as we chat about his new book, Deny of the Tiger. Grab a copy of Deny of the Tiger
Andrew Moses | Everybody Pulls the Tarp
Today's Guest is Andrew Moses. Andrew is an expert on leadership, teamwork, and career development. He hosts the Everybody Pulls The Tarp podcast and has interviewed over 100 Olympians, pro at...
Amber Autry | Confidence in the Journey
Today's Guest is former Penn State Women's Gymnast, Amber Autry. Listen in as we chat about her journey to becoming a Division 1 athlete. Follow Wofford College AthleticsConnect with Sar...
Jace Riley | 6am Practice
Today's guest is Jace Riley with 6am Practice. Coach Riley provides simple strategies for student-athletes to help them get more playing time, increase their skill levels, and perform better in school. Connect with Jace on
Bruce Pearl | It's More Than Basketball
Today's guest is Auburn University Head Men's Basketball Coach, Bruce Pearl. In seven years as head coach at Auburn, Bruce Pearl has led the Tigers to 138 wins, two Southeastern Conf...
Rob Cooper | Batter Up!
Today's guest is Penn State Head Baseball Coach, Rob Cooper. The 2023 baseball season is Rob Cooper’s 10th as head coach of the Nittany Lion baseball program.Connect with Sarah: Website...
Jeff Graba | It's Not About the Perfect 10
Today's guest is Coach Jeff Graba. Coach Graba is the Head Women's Gymnastics Coach at Auburn University. He was named SEC Coach of the Year in 2014 and 2015 and SEC co-Coach of th...
Paige Tonz | The Confident Athlete
Paige Tonz grew up in Peoria, AZ and began playing softball at 8 years old. She has competed at many levels; starting with rec ball, moving to club ball, and competing as a D1 athlete at Northwestern University. Her mission and goal is to help ...
David Van Wyk | Part 2: Playing the Long Game
Welcome back to Part 2 of my conversations with my high school soccer coach David Van Wyk. While Van Wyk spent numerous years as a High School English Teacher and Soccer coach, he now is the co-owner of
David Van Wyk | Part 1: Playing the Long Game
Welcome back to Confessions from the SideLines! Today’s guest is my high school soccer coach David Van Wyk. While Van Wyk spent numerous years as a High School English Teacher and Soccer coach, he now is the co-owner of
School is Out for the Summer
It has been so much fun showing up each week to hang out with you. The academic year is coming to a close and we are taking a break for the summer. We will be back with brand new episodes this fall. Connect with Sarah:
Michelle Kuan | Let's Get Social
Today’s Guest is Michelle Kuan. Michelle is the founder of MLK Media. At MLK media, their mission is to help small business owners and entrepreneurs build an online presence through social media. So to say she knows a thing or two on how to bui...
Michael Zabala | XO Armor
Today’s Guest is Dr. Michael Zabala. Dr. Zabala is the Founder and Chairman of XO Armor. He's also a Professor of Mechanical Engineering in the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering at Auburn University. Dr. Zabala is the Director of the Auburn Un...
Amber Bibelheimer | The Momentum Restart
Today’s Guest is Amber Bibelheimer. Amber is inspiring women with her Podcast and the Momentum Restart™ Method.MOMENTUM RESTART™ a coaching program designed to empower goal-driven women to conquer negative mindsets and find a routi...
Scott Garber | Embrace What Comes
Today’s Guest is Scott Garber. Scott is a proven connector who has spent the last 6 years in the sports technology space. He was a former D1 athlete at the University of South Alabama where he had the opportunity to start their football program...
Kristin Carpenter-Steadman | From Player to Coach
Today’s Guest is Kristin Carpenter-Steadman. Kristin was a two-time national champion volleyball player at Penn State University and former pro athlete. After traveling the world with her now husband (also two time national champion wrestler), ...
Marissa Sheva | Two Sport Athlete
Today’s Guest is Marissa Sheva. Marissa is a native of Bucks County, PA and was one of the most successful cross country runners in Pennridge history, holding the top-two spots in school history at the state championship meet. In college, Maris...
Sandy Barbour | A Lifetime of Impact
Today’s Guest is Sandy Barbour. Recognized as one of the nation’s premier Athletic Directors, Sandy Barbour is the dynamic leader of the Penn State Intercollegiate Athletics program. With student success and comprehensive excellence as a steadf...
Bryant Vincent | Power of Influence
Today's guest is Coach Bryant Vincent. Coach Vincent is the Offensive Coordinator/Assistant Head Coach and Quarterback Coach at UAB. In his first three years as offensive coordinator, the Blaz...
Nate Stupar | One Day At A Time
Today’s Guest is Nate Stupar. Nate is a former NFL Football Player where he spent 8 years in the league. A native of State College, PA - Nate played football for his hometown college - Penn State University. Nate’s journey to playing at t...
Shay Haddow | Alpha Girl Confidence
Today's guest is Shay Haddow. Shay is an expert coach and speaker on confidence and mindset for female athletes. As the host of the Alpha Girl Confidence Podcast, and Author of She the Confident, Shay is widely regarded for her insight...