In this special episode, we connect with the distance coach from Brown University 🐻 John Kenworthy as he shares his incredible journey through collegiate coaching. Starting with his ambitious project to establish the track program at Siena College from the ground up, he opens up about the challenges and triumphs of building a competitive team where there was none before, all while emphasizing a culture of development and growth 📈.

Now coaching at Brown University, Coach dives into the fascinating and rigorous admissions process for Ivy League schools 🎓, revealing what it takes for student-athletes to make the cut academically, athletically, and personally. He explains the unique academic standards and intensive pre-read requirements that shape the recruiting process at Brown, highlighting what sets Ivy League recruitment apart from other NCAA programs.

We also explore how he builds a competitive distance program in the Ivy League, the balance of academics and athletics 🏅, and his vision for elevating Brown’s team to new levels.

🔥 This episode is packed with insights for coaches, athletes, and sports enthusiasts alike—shedding light on the determination, grit, and community needed to thrive in track and field at one of the country’s most prestigious universities.

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