The On Track & Field Podcast!

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The On Track weekly podcast, hosted by Coach J.T. Ayers, covers all things Track & Field and Cross Country. Listen to some of the most respected coaches in the world, hear from the biggest athletes in the sport and keep up to date with the leading trends in training. New episodes drop every Tuesday morning!

  • 27 minutes 30 seconds
    Episode 157 | Lia Sterciuc - Triple Deca Ultra-Triathlon Runner

    This week on the On Track Podcast, we sit down with CrossFit athlete Lia Sterciuc.

    Lia is an American ultra-endurance athlete who, after overcomingpolitical oppression, a harrowing escape attempt, and a lifelong fear of water,became the first American (and 2nd-place finisher) to complete the 4,212-mileTriple Deca Ultra-Triathlon Continuous.

    11 November 2025, 12:52 pm
  • 22 minutes 44 seconds
    Episode 156 | Coach Mike Holloway Returns!

    National champion and Olympic coach Mike Holloway joins us once again to talk culture, consistency, and what it really takes to sustain excellence year after year.

    A must-listen for any coach or athlete striving to stay On Track.

    4 November 2025, 5:28 pm
  • 22 minutes 53 seconds
    Episode 155 | Rugby's Fastest Man - Carlin Isles

    Carlin Isles, the U.S. rugby star known around the world for his explosive speed and Olympic pedigree, joins us on this week's On Track & Field podcast.

    A former sprinter turned rugby icon, Carlin shares his journey from the track to the global stage, his mindset on training, and what it truly takes to stay fast, focused, and fearless.

    31 October 2025, 4:03 am
  • 20 minutes 44 seconds
    Episode 154 | David Hitz - COO, Athlete Narrative

    This week on the On Track Podcast, we sit down with David Hitz, COO of Athlete Narrative — a cutting-edge platform that we've partnered with that helps student-athletes build their personal brand and connect directly with college coaches.

    David shares how his team is redefining the recruiting process, giving athletes and families the tools to stand out with authenticity and purpose.

    24 October 2025, 1:51 pm
  • 27 minutes 51 seconds
    Episode 153 | Army Coach - Mike Smith

    We’re joined by Army head coach Mike Smith, a leader who’s built one of the most disciplined and competitive programs in collegiate track and field.

    Coach Smith shares insights on developing athletes within a demanding military academy environment, balancing toughness with teamwork, and what it takes to sustain success at West Point.

    15 October 2025, 4:24 am
  • 28 minutes 8 seconds
    Episode 152 | Strength & Conditioning Coach, Cody Hughes

    This week’s guest is Madison Academy’s Director of Human Performance, Coach Cody Hughes.

    Cody is the founder of CLH Strength and one of the leading voices in high school performance training. With experience spanning the SEC, Division I and II levels, and now the high school ranks, he’s built a reputation for developing strong, fast, and well-rounded athletes.

    We talk about his coaching philosophy, how he builds culture in the weight room, and what it really takes to prepare athletes for success at any level.

    9 October 2025, 3:44 am
  • 25 minutes 52 seconds
    Episode 151 | Coach Jamie Cook - Director of T&F and XC, Navy

    Navy Director of Track & Field and Cross Country Jamie Cook joins us on this week's On Track & Field podcast.

    From building a championship culture at Annapolis to his time coaching at Oregon and Penn, Jamie shares insights on leadership, developing athletes, and what it takes to keep a program competing at the highest level.

    29 September 2025, 5:50 am
  • 22 minutes 20 seconds
    Episode 150 | Cal Poly Pomona's Chris Bradford

    We’re joined by Chris Bradford, Head Track & Field Coach at Cal Poly Pomona.

    From recruiting philosophies to training strategies, Coach Bradford shares insights into building a championship culture, developing athletes at the Division II level, and how his program continues to compete on the national stage.

    23 September 2025, 4:17 am
  • 33 minutes
    Episode 149 | Oregon Coach Curtis Taylor

    Curtis Taylor is the Associate Head Coach at Oregon, leading the Ducks’ sprinters, hurdlers, and relays.

    Since 2013, he’s coached NCAA champions and record-breakers like Micah Williams and Kemba Nelson.

    A former Laney College head coach, Taylor is a multiple-time USTFCCCA National Assistant Coach of the Year, known for building one of the nation’s top sprint programs.


    18 September 2025, 6:41 am
  • 21 minutes 24 seconds
    Episode 148 | USTFCCCA Men's COY - Richard Anderson

    This week we welcome Richard Anderson, head coach at Vestavia Hills High School in Alabama and the newly named 2025 USTFCCCA National High School Boys Track & Field Coach of the Year.

    Under his leadership, the Rebels captured their first state championship since 2021, taking down powerhouse rivals.

    Coach Anderson joins us to share the culture he’s built, the lessons learned along the way, and what it means to lead a program to the top.

    26 August 2025, 4:37 am
  • 23 minutes 17 seconds
    Episode 147 | Coach Alisa Seymour - USTFCCCA COY

    Alisa Seymour is the head coach at Collierville High School in Tennessee, and was just named the USTFCCCA National High School Girls Coach of the Year - the first coach from Tennessee to ever earn that honor.

    Under her leadership, the Lady Dragons have gone back-to-back as state champs, racking up a dominant 155 points at this year’s meet.

    She’ll officially be recognized at the USTFCCCA Convention in December, but we’re giving her props now.

    5 August 2025, 4:17 am
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