Welcome to A Valley of Neighbors, a place where culture, community, and connection come first. Join Coach Ray and Coach Stevenson as they explore what it means to build, strengthen, and Defend the Valley. From leadership and tradition to hard work and belonging, each episode explores what they’re doing, why they’re doing it, and who they’re doing it with. Because the Valley has never been about a place. It’s always been about the people.
In this episode of A Valley of Neighbors, Coach Ray and Coach Stevenson talk about facing fear — from childhood monsters and irrational worries to the pressure young athletes feel today. They share the things they wish they’d tried, discuss how parents and constant feedback can make failure feel bigger than it is, and encourage kids to take the first step, even when they’re afraid.
9 Oct 2026
Max Effort
In this episode of A Valley of Neighbors, Coach Ray and Coach Stevenson talk about max effort and the potential payout when giving it consistently.
2 Oct 2026
School Pride
In this episode of A Valley of Neighbors, Coach Ray and Coach Stevenson hit on school pride and some of the things that make the high school experience worth looking back on.
25 Sept 2026
Little Things
In this episode of A Valley of Neighbors, Coach Ray and Coach Stevenson talk about the transformational impact the little things can have on a program and the people in it.
18 Sept 2026
The Brand
In this episode of A Valley of Neighbors, Coach Ray and Coach Stevenson touch base on the Avon Oriole brand and the role all Orioles have in elevating it.
11 Sept 2026
Taking Attendance
In this episode of A Valley of Neighbors, Coach Ray and Coach Stevenson talk about taking attendance — something much bigger than just checking to see who is at school or not.
4 Sept 2026
Dare to be Different
In this episode of A Valley of Neighbors, Coach Ray and Coach Stevenson discuss ways they are different from the status quo and how they use those differences as a cudgel to create a unique weight room culture.
28 Aug 2026
Programming
In this episode of A Valley of Neighbors, Coach Ray and Coach Stevenson talk about programming for their Strength & Speed Program at Avon High School, a style they describe as being consistently inconsistent.
21 Aug 2026
Tough People Win
In this episode of A Valley of Neighbors, Coach Ray and Coach Stevenson talk about Tough People Win, a hashtag they use on social media and a saying that drives how they go about programming.
14 Aug 2026
Work Hard. Be Kind. Do Right.
In this episode of A Valley of Neighbors, Coach Ray and Coach Stevenson lay out their program expectations — 3 controllable things that transcend sports and are pathways to success.
7 Aug 2026
Defend the Valley
In this episode of A Valley of Neighbors, Coach Ray and Coach Stevenson discuss the significance of Defend the Valley, a rallying cry with roots from the early ‘90s.
31 Jul 2026
Relationships Drive Results
In this pilot episode of A Valley of Neighbors, Coach Ray and Coach Stevenson share how their partnership evolved and why relationships are the cornerstone of their program at Avon High School.
Reach and audience
Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.
Apple Podcasts (US)
5.0 / 5
5 ratings
Spotify
5.0 / 5
3 ratings
Contact A Valley of Neighbors
Guest appearances
Does not typically book guests
Based on episode analysis; this does not confirm that the show is currently accepting guests.
Host of A Valley of Neighbors?
Claim your podcast to manage its listing and keep your show details accurate.
Pod Engine is an independent podcast discovery and analytics service and is not affiliated with or endorsed by this podcast. Artwork and show content belong to their owners. Full legal notice.
Explore this show Podcast research with Pod Engine
