Hosted by Collegiate Athletics Leadership Symposium · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 28 episodes
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Ever wondered what it takes to lead in college sports?Welcome to The CALS Report, your inside track to leadership in college athletics. What began as the Collegiate Athletics Leadership Symposium, a professional development event for industry leaders, has evolved into a dynamic community—and this podcast is your invitation to join it.In each episode, we bring you fresh insights, real experiences, and untold stories from top leaders in college athletics. Whether you're an established athletics director, an emerging administrator, or simply curious about the inner workings of college sports, The CALS Report is your essential guide to the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of the industry.Tune in to learn from those at the forefront of college athletics, and discover what it takes to lead with impact.
Collegiate Athletics Leadership Symposium hosts The CALS Report, a sports show with 28 episodes published.
In Episode 21 of The CALS Report, Ryan Bradley talks with University of Pittsburgh Athletics Director Allen Greene. Greene shares perspective from his journey through college baseball, professional baseball, and athletic
What does it take to go from a solid fundraiser to someone who consistently delivers at the highest level? In this episode of The CALS Report, the conversation goes beyond tactics and into mindset, discipline, and the sm
Georgia Tech AD Ryan Alpert joins The CALS Report for a candid look at his first year in the chair. From navigating high-stakes decisions to empowering his leadership team, Alpert shares what has surprised him most about
Georgia Tech AD Ryan Alpert joins The CALS Report for a candid look at his first year in the chair. From navigating high-stakes decisions to empowering his leadership team, Alpert shares what has surprised him most about
In this episode, we sit down with retiring University of Oklahoma Vice President and Director of Athletics Joe Castiglione for an in-depth reflection on more than three decades of transformational leadership in college a
Episode 17 of The CALS Report is a powerful look at leadership, momentum, and navigating success in today’s college athletics landscape. The Big Interview takes listeners inside what can only be described as a whirlwind
In the big interview, we’re talking to Ross Dellenger, Yahoo Sports senior college football reporter. He shares his takes on some of the biggest issues shaping college football right now. The College Football Playoff. Ex
This episode begins with a deep-dive conversation with Justin Moore (Tulsa) and Fernando Lovo (New Mexico), two new athletic directors navigating unprecedented change in college athletics. They discuss stakeholder educat
What does leadership look like in today’s ever-changing college athletics landscape? Episode 14 of The CALS Report features Beth Goetz, Iowa Director of Athletics, in a candid Big Interview that covers CALS 25, leading i
In honor of the 15th Collegiate Athletics Leadership Symposium (CALS), coming October 5–7 in Columbus, we’re sharing a special bonus episode of The CALS Report. This compilation features some of the most respected voices
What does leadership look like when the stage gets bigger—and the stakes do too? Episode 13 of The CALS Report features Ross Bjork, Ohio State Director of Athletics and host of CALS 25, as he joins our Ryan Bradley for a
What does it take to lead with vision—and navigate the shifting landscape of college athletics? Episode 12 of The CALS Report brings together two of the most respected voices in the industry for timely insights and persp
What does it take to build a program—and a culture—that lasts? Episode 11 of The CALS Report dives into the mindset, relationships, and resilience that drive sustainable success in college athletics. In The Big Interview
Real-time leadership, high-stakes decisions, and front-line wisdom from the Group of Five—Episode 10 of The CALS Report dives into how today’s ADs are navigating complexity, staying grounded, and leading with conviction
Strategic vision, sport admin in the spotlight, and a call for values-based leadership—Episode 9 of The CALS Report explores what it takes to lead with clarity and courage in the most transformational era college athleti
In this episode of the CALS Report Ryan Bradley sits down with North Carolina Director of Athletics Bubba Cunningham, who recently chaired the NCAA Men’s Basketball Selection Committee, for the Big Interview. Bubba offer
In this episode of The CALS Report, we sit down with two of the most respected young voices in the industry: Clemson Director of Athletics Graham Neff and Mississippi State Director of Athletics Zac Selmon. Hosted by Rya
This episode of The CALS Report Podcast is brought to you by Teamworks—the Operating System for Sports™. Trusted by over 5,000 teams, Teamworks is the strategic partner helping collegiate athletic departments navigate ch
Episode 5 of The CALS Report takes you behind the curtain of college athletics like never before! From the thrill of the expanded playoff to transformative leadership insights, this episode delivers compelling stories an
In this episode, Ryan Bradley sits down with Tommy McClelland, Vice President & Director of Athletics at Rice University, to explore his incredible journey. From becoming the youngest Division 1 Athletic Director at just
Joe Castiglione
Vice President and Director of Athletics · University of Oklahoma
1 appearance on this show
David Harris
CPA, fraud investigator, and CEO · Christel House International
1 appearance on this show
Ross Dellenger
College Football Writer, Yahoo! Sports · Sports Illustrated
1 appearance on this show
Justin Moore
sponsorship coach, creator, educator, author of Sponsor Magnet · Elite Shooters Athletics
1 appearance on this show
Kevin DeShazo
Better
1 appearance on this show
Ross Bjork
Athletic Director Ohio State · Texas A&M University
2 appearances on this show
Bubba Cunningham
NCAA Selection Committee Chair · University of North Carolina
2 appearances on this show
Clay Scroggins
Author and Leadership Coach
1 appearance on this show
Graham Neff
Director of Athletics · Clemson University
2 appearances on this show
Graham Rossini
Athletics Director · Arizona State University
2 appearances on this show
Greg Sankey
SEC Commissioner · SEC
1 appearance on this show
Keith Carter
Ole Miss Vice Chancellor for Intercollegiate Athletics · Louisiana Rouxgaroux
1 appearance on this show
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