The Champion Forward Podcast
1) CF Ambassador Spotlight - Dr. Tony Suarez & Scott McCord
In this Ambassador Spotlight episode of the Champion Forward Podcast, John sits down with Dr. Tony Suarez from Indiana and Scott McCord from Illinois to share how their personal journeys led them to C...Show More
2) CF Ambassador Spotlight - Pat Lawson & Steve Thompson
In this Ambassador Spotlight, John sits down with two leaders whoâve traveled different paths but share a common missionâinvesting in people through sports and service. Steve Thompson, Athletic Direct...Show More
3) CF Ambassador Spotlight - Tim Owen & Carson Smith
In this Ambassador Spotlight episode of the Champion Forward Podcast, John Harrison sits down with Carson Smith from DeKalb, Illinois, and Tim Owen from the Pacific Northwest.Tim shares his journey as...Show More
4) CF Ambassador Spotlight - Mike Kohl & Andrew Hasik
In the final episode of this special Champion Forward Ambassador Series, John is joined by two Illinois-based leaders, Mike Kohl and Andrew Hasik, for an honest conversation about leadership, family, ...Show More
5) CF Ambassador Spotlight - Eric Baer & Ian Sanders
In this fourth episode of our Winter 2025 Ambassador Program interview series, John sits down with two local leaders in youth sports and education â Eric Baer and Ian Sanders â as they reflect on thei...Show More
6) CF Ambassador Spotlight - Michelle Donnelly & Antonio Marshall
In this third episode of our Winter 2025 Ambassador Program interview series, John welcomes two standout graduates of the Champion Forward Ambassador Program: Michelle Donnelly and Antonio âToneâ Mars...Show More
7) CF Ambassador Spotlight - Kristylyn Baker & Brian Harris
In this second episode of our Winter 2025 Ambassador Program interview series, John Harrison welcomes two passionate leaders from the youth sports world â Kristylyn Baker and Brian Harris.Kristylyn, a...Show More
8) CF Ambassador Spotlight - Laura-Ann Lane & Jason Trower
In this first episode of our Winter 2025 Ambassador Program interview series, John Harrison connects with Laura-Ann Lane, Head Field Hockey Coach at Clark University, and Jason Trower, a dedicated spo...Show More
9) Ben is a Coach Now
In this episode, John Harrison and Ben Zobrist dive into Benâs transition into coaching. They discuss what it means to step into a mentorship role, the lessons heâs bringing from his playing days, and...Show More
10) Spring Training Thoughts
In this episode, John Harrison and Ben Zobrist dive into the feelings, thoughts, and overall mindset that exists around spring training. They discuss the mental and emotional preparation required for ...Show More