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Sylvia Hatchell

Written on March 11, 2014.

Please download a modern browser to stream this audio file. Coach Sylvia Hatchell of the University of North Carolina is the active winningest coach in women’s basketball, and second all-time behind Tennessee’s Pat Summitt. Listen to a short excerpt from her conversation on greatness with Don Yaeger, in which she describes the mentality of winning players.

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Chris Petersen

Written on December 6, 2013.

Please update to a modern browser to stream this audio file. Chris Petersen won 92 games, 5 bowl games including 2 Fiesta Bowls in 8 seasons as head coach at Boise State. At just 49-years-old, he has the kind of resume that the NCAA’s top football programs drool over. No head coach has won more games in the last 8 years than Petersen who has won better than 88% of his games. Here’s a snippet from Don...

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Jimmie Johnson

Written on November 18, 2013.

Please update to a modern browser to stream this audio file. Newly crowned 6-time NASCAR Sprint Cup Champion Jimmie Johnson, driver of the Number 48 Chevrolet, talks with Don Yaeger about what it takes to perform at a high level for a prolonged period of time. On November 17th, 2013, Johnson captured his 6th NASCAR Championship in the last 8 seasons. He is one title away from tying the NASCAR record of 7 career...

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Tom Izzo

Written on October 30, 2013.

Please update to a modern browser to stream this audio file. Michigan State men’s basketball coach Tom Izzo on handling dysfunction and stepping up to be a firm leader.

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Tom Crean

Written on October 30, 2013.

Please update to a modern browser to stream this audio file. Indiana basketball coach Tom Crean on the importance of communication to achieving success.

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Steve Young

Written on October 30, 2013.

Former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Steve Young on the importance of communication and the influence of Peyton Manning in today’s game.

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Misty May-Treanor

Written on October 30, 2013.

Please update to a modern browser to stream this audio file. Olympic Beach Volleyball Gold Medalist Misty May-Treanor on mental toughness and importance of nutrition.

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Mike Krzyzewski

Written on October 30, 2013.

Duke men’s basketball coach Mike Krzyzewski on his championship culture and managing conflicting egos.

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Michael Jordan

Written on October 30, 2013.

NBA Legend Michael Jordan on his controversial Hall of Fame speech.

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