In The Huddle

In The Huddle

Study & Play USA

Episodes 65
Avg. Duration 43m
Activity Highly Active
Since May 2020
Latest Episode Feb 2026

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About This Podcast

The world of US college sport is both expansive and exciting, and international student-athletes are signing up in their droves for their shot at a scholarship opportunity. 


In The Huddle is the creation of Study & Play USA, widely regarded as the GO TO experts in facilitating the best possible outcomes for all stakeholders in this industry: US college coaches and recruiters, local high schools, families of student-athletes and most importantly the student-athletes themselves. 

So as you jog on the treadmill, drive to work, school or training, tune in to hear from industry leading experts, US college coaches, parents and student-athletes and learn how to best approach this pathway to maximise your opportunity and set yourself up for your most successful life.


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EP#69: Zoom out: The Bigger Picture of Life as a Collegiate Athlete with Clemson Women's Rowing Coach Kelly Kraiss

Feb 09, 2026 38m Transcript

This episode is all about the bigger picture - no matter who you are or what sport you play, going through the US college recruiting process and then becoming a college athlete allows you to Zoom out…

EP#68: From Tucson to the Tour: How NCAA D1 College Golf Shapes Champions with Coach Jim Anderson from the University of Arizona

Jan 22, 2026 1h 2m Transcript

Want the real playbook behind Division 1 College golf recruiting? Chris Bates sits down with University of Arizona Wildcats Head Coach Jim Anderson to get a candid look at NCAA Division 1 golf…

EP#67: You can love the US college experience and still struggle within it - Victoria Datta from The Hidden Opponent on resources available as an international student athlete

Dec 04, 2025 1h 5m Transcript

We are thrilled to introduce a new partnership for our Study & Play USA families: The Hidden Opponent! Listen as we sit down with NCAA Division I runner Vicky Datta from The Hidden Opponent to…

EP#66: Becoming Undeniable: Identity, Grit & The Blueprint to Success With University of Alabama & Super Bowl Champ Jesse Williams

Nov 24, 2025 1h 2m Transcript

Two unlikely travel mates and a tour of the American South that turns into a masterclass on what college sport really demands. We bring together Jesse Williams, national champion at Alabama and Super…

EP#65: Chris' reflections of 10 days in America with Jesse Williams

Nov 21, 2025 20m Transcript

Think you know U.S. college sport from the headlines? Try walking seven campuses in ten days and stepping inside the rooms where performance is built. We share what’s actually changed since COVID and…

EP#64: Hunter Valley rower Sarah Abrams - how she turned a Facebook message into an NCAA D1 Collegiate Rowing Career at Tennessee

Oct 10, 2025 1h 26m Transcript

What happens when a single Facebook message completely changes your life? For Sarah Abrams, a talented young rower from Australia's Hunter Valley, that message—which she initially suspected was a…

EP#63: From D‑1 Full Ride to Ineligible to NJCAA All American: Angus Alberts' DIY Roller Coaster Journey

Sep 11, 2025 56m Transcript

Imagine getting DM'd by an American coach, thinking it was a scam, realising it was not a scam, being offered a full ride scholarship, committing to an NCAA D1 program in New York, being weeks away…

EP#62: The Brainee Way: Revolutionising SAT Prep for International Student-Athletes

Aug 01, 2025 1h 4m Transcript

Navigating the path to US college sports can be complex, especially for international student-athletes who must balance intense training schedules with unfamiliar academic requirements like the SAT.…

EP#61: Tennis player Tayah Cross' journey from Kinesiology in the US to becoming a practicing physiotherapist in Australia

Jul 02, 2025 38m Transcript

Chris Bates sits down with former college tennis athlete Tayah Cross, to discuss one of our most requested topics: the process of studying in a US college and then returning back to Australia to…

EP#60: Beyond Warm Weather: Finding Your True Fit in College Swimming with NCAA D1 Coach George Eglesfield

Jun 03, 2025 41m Transcript

Coach George Eglesfield from NCAA D1 California State University at Bakersfield shares his journey from international student-athlete to recruiting coordinator and assistant coach, providing valuable…

EP#59: The World of East Coast Ivy League Water Polo with Brown University's Recruiting Coordinator Petar Momcilovic

May 05, 2025 49m Transcript

Today’s episode explores the intricate world of Ivy League water polo recruitment, featuring insights from Coach Petar Momcilovic of Brown University. Listeners will get to hear Coach Momcilovic…

EP#58: NPL Does Not Automatically Mean NCAA D1 with Indian Hills Men's Soccer Coach Zac Newton

Feb 14, 2025 44m Transcript

Prepare yourself for an eye-opening journey through the world of collegiate soccer with our special guest, Coach Zach Newton from Indian Hills Community College. Hailing from Australia, Coach…

EP#57: Take Division Out of It with Junior College Softball Coach Erin Sharpe at Northeast CC in Nebraska

Jan 20, 2025 28m Transcript

Unlock the secrets of junior college softball recruitment with our expert guest, Coach Erin Sharpe from Northeast Community College in Nebraska. Gain insights into what truly matters in the eyes of a…

EP#56: Junior College Tennis Beyond the Stereotypes with Jones College Coach Brooks Buffington

Dec 17, 2024 54m

Continuing with our junior college podcast series, Chris Bates sits down with Coach Brooks Buffington, the newly crowned 2024 National Women's Junior College Coach of the Year at Jones College in…

EP#55: The Customer vs The Explorer: College Recruitment with Cloud County Community College Track/XC Coach Drew Mahin

Nov 11, 2024 1h 8m Transcript

This podcast episode dives deep into one of our most frequently requested topics: Junior College, also known as JUCO or NJCAA.  Coach Drew Mahin from Cloud County describes the recruitment process in…

EP#54: Fuelling student-athletes for performance both at home and College with Sports Dietitian Lyss Koenan.

Sep 25, 2024 48m Transcript

How do you balance athletics and academics while ensuring proper nutrition?In this episode, Director Alexia Bates sits down with Sports Dietician Lyss Koenan to discuss nutritional choices for high…

S3E17 EP#53: Unpacking Junior College Basketball with Dodge City Community College Women's Basketball Coach Landon Steele

Sep 05, 2024 58m Transcript

In this episode, Claire sits down with Junior College Division 1 Women's Basketball coach Landon Steele, from Dodge City Community College. They discuss a wide range of topics from what Coach Steele…

S3E16 EP#52: From Golf Recruit To Recruiting Mentor: Introducing Our New Team Member, Jarrod Mann

Jul 19, 2024 17m Transcript

What if you could navigate the challenges of being a student-athlete in a foreign country while chasing your dreams of professional sports? Meet Jarrod Mann, our newest team member and recruiting…

S3E15 EP#51: Bridging High School and US Pathways: The Geelong College’s Approach To Connecting Sport & Academics

Jun 27, 2024 36m Transcript

Ever wondered how student-athletes juggle academic excellence with top-tier sports performance? Join us in this inspiring episode where we sit down with Nathan Brown, the Director of Sport and…

S3E14 EP#50 More than just running with NCAA Division 1 Women's Track/XC Coaches at St Mary's College of California

May 22, 2024 1h Transcript

Prepare to be propelled into the dynamic world of college athletics as we sit down with Marty Kinsey and Mark Kaiser from St. Mary's College of California. Discover the enduring bond between…

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How many episodes does In The Huddle have?

In The Huddle has published 65 episodes since May 2020, covering topics in Education, Sports.

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In The Huddle is currently highly active with new episodes monthly. Average episode length is 43m.

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