The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast
#334: Jason Davis-Earlham College | Building Relationships Through Coaching
Jason Davis, assistant coach at Earlham College, shares his unique journey from undersized football linebacker to college cross country and track coach. His story is filled with unexpected turns, valuable lessons, and the influence of mentors who shaped his coaching career.
In this episode:
🏈 Why Jason joined cross country to spite his football coach
🏃 How a small Ohio conference opened doors to collegiate running
📚 The role of mentors like Ron Combs and Jud Logan in shaping his coaching philosophy
🎯 Lessons in communication, humility, and adaptation across multiple coaching stops
🌍 Building relationships and fostering diversity at Earlham College
Quote from Jason Davis:
"Coaching is about relationships. At the end of the day, it’s not just about times or marks—it’s about the impact you have on people’s lives."
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