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In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Morris of Missouri State to dive deep into what it truly takes to build a championship-caliber football program from the inside out. From establishing core values like attitude, discipline, accountability, and love, to developing young players with vastly different backgrounds, Dr. Morris breaks down the systems and standards that drive the Bears forward.

He shares how his staff approaches player development, motor patterns, nutrition, recovery, and in-season training using tools like force plates, bands, and chains. We also explore his leadership philosophy, the importance of a player-driven environment, and the professional growth he expects and encourages within his coaching staff.

With Missouri State making the jump to the FBS level, Dr. Morris offers a transparent look at the challenges, opportunities, and community-building required to elevate a program. This conversation is loaded with insights for coaches, players, and leaders who want to understand what holistic, intentional program-building truly looks like.

This episode highlights Dr. Morris’s comprehensive approach to building the Missouri State football program as it transitions to the FBS level. He emphasizes the power of culture—anchored in attitude, discipline, accountability, and love—as the foundation of everything they do.

We unpack the complexity of player development, especially when athletes arrive with varying levels of experience and inconsistent motor patterns. Dr. Morris explains how accountability, leadership, and a player-driven environment are critical for sustained success.

Despite limited resources, his staff invests heavily in nutrition and recovery strategies, while combining technology (like force plates) with training methods such as bands and chains to improve power and explosiveness in-season.

Equally important is his commitment to staff development, creating a collaborative coaching environment built on mentorship, growth, and shared purpose.

Overall, Dr. Morris provides a blueprint for what intentional, holistic program development looks like—and how those principles are helping Missouri State rise on the national stage.

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In this episode of Plates and Pancakes, we sit down with legendary strength coach Ron McKeefery to explore the intersection of performance, leadership, and faith. From his early days chasing quarterback dreams to shaping elite athletes at the University of Washington and beyond, Coach McKeefery shares hard-earned wisdom on building culture, navigating adversity, and staying grounded in purpose. Whether you're a coach, athlete, or leader, this conversation offers practical insights and spiritual depth for anyone committed to growth.

Coach Ron McKeefery reflects on his journey from small-town quarterback to internationally recognized strength coach. He discusses the power of redefining dreams, the importance of faith-driven leadership, and how to guide athletes through both performance and personal challenges. Topics include:
• Letting go of old dreams to embrace new callings
• Defining “good” and holding athletes accountable
• The “Why Meeting” and building deeper relationships
• Navigating NIL, high-performance roles, and resource limitations
• Reverse-engineering vision into reality
• Staying present and intentional in leadership
• Cultivating passion to overcome apathy
• Building lasting networks and mentoring with purpose
Coach McKeefery’s insights blend technical expertise with emotional intelligence, offering a blueprint for servant leadership in sport and life.

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In this episode, Head Strength & Conditioning Coach Hunter Haralson of Collinsville Public Schools sits down with Steven to talk about the evolution of high school strength training, athlete development, and what it truly takes to build a winning culture.

Hunter shares his journey from Lawrence, Kansas, to wrestling at Lindenwood University, to becoming a sixth-year Head S&C Coach and leader in one of the most respected programs in Oklahoma. With certifications in CSCS, USAW L1, and a teaching license in Oklahoma, Hunter brings both expertise and passion to his athletes every day.

We dive into:
🔥 His background—from NCAA DII wrestling to internships at Clemson
🔥 How he and his wife Maddie built summer strength camps with 60+ junior high athletes
🔥 Coaching today’s athlete: explaining the “why,” building trust, and keeping training fun
🔥 Using tier systems, 5-3-1, and APRE to train multi-sport athletes
🔥 Adapting for wrestling, basketball, and sport-specific needs
🔥 Coaching philosophy: effort, toughness, character
🔥 Using velocity trackers, XBE concepts, outdoor speed work, and agility training
🔥 Improving female athlete engagement and performance
🔥 Halftime nutrition, athlete recovery, and coaching staff collaboration
🔥 Balancing family life with coaching demands
🔥 How to implement advanced training safely at the high school level

Hunter also opens up about mentorship, delegating to his assistant coach, and how his weight room design has reshaped his coaching style. From foundational lifts to high-level movement prep, this episode is a complete blueprint for coaches looking to elevate their program.

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