Coach Turhan Douglas
Served Hot
In this conversation, Turhan Douglas shares his journey from a young baseball player to becoming the first African American coach of USC's men's volleyball team. He discusses his coaching philosophy, emphasizing the importance of character and teamwork. Douglas recounts memorable moments from his coaching career, including lessons in selflessness and conflict resolution within teams. He reflects on the influence of role models in his life and the cultural dynamics within the sport of volleyball. Ultimately, he hopes to leave a legacy of integrity and mentorship in the sport. Chapters...
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Sports Physiologist Dr. Adam Beck
Served Hot
In the first episode of the Served Hot podcast, host Deuce Ross speaks with sports physiologist Dr. Adam Beck. Deuce talks to Dr. Beck about how he got into the field of sports medicine, what kind of athletes he works with, and what some of the most common and preventable injuries he sees are. Dr. Beck also talks about his own background in sports and how athletes can prepare themselves for a long season of activity with some simple excercises. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background of Dr. Adam Beck 02:35 Experiences in the Chiropractic Setting 05:22 Working with High-Level Athletes 07:35...
info_outlineIn this conversation, Turhan Douglas shares his journey from a young baseball player to becoming the first African American coach of USC's men's volleyball team. He discusses his coaching philosophy, emphasizing the importance of character and teamwork. Douglas recounts memorable moments from his coaching career, including lessons in selflessness and conflict resolution within teams. He reflects on the influence of role models in his life and the cultural dynamics within the sport of volleyball. Ultimately, he hopes to leave a legacy of integrity and mentorship in the sport.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Turhan Douglas
00:26 Journey into Volleyball: From Baseball to Coaching
02:28 The Impact of Mentorship in Coaching
05:04 Evolving Coaching Philosophy: From Impatience to Care
07:54 Memorable Coaching Moments: Selflessness and Teamwork
11:54 Conflict Resolution Strategies in Teams
16:49 Favorite Plays and Pre-Game Rituals
19:28 Teammates and Toughest Opponents
23:49 Role Models and Cultural Influences in Volleyball
26:38 Cultural Background and Its Influence on Coaching
31:11 Inclusivity and Diversity in Volleyball
37:04 Legacy in Volleyball: Teaching Life Lessons