Beyond the Blocks is a track & field podcast built on real experience, real coaching, and real conversations.
Hosted by experienced coaches, the show is designed to educate, challenge, and guide athletes, parents, and coaches through the world of track & field—from youth development to elite performance.
Through honest conversations, guest interviews, and behind-the-scenes insights, we give you the knowledge to make better decisions and maximize your potential.
Whether chasing championships, scholarships, or long-term development—this podcast is your inside look at what it really takes!
The Truth About Tarleton Track: Coach Bobby Carter Joins Beyond The Blocks
In episode 31 of Beyond the Blocks we are joined by Bobby Carter, Head Track and Field/Cross Country Coach at Tarleton State University. Coach Carter talks to us about how he shaped team and culture into his vision of what could be successful at Tarleton State. We discuss how he turned them into a powerhouse as a mid-major that continually gets athletes to national championship meet and how he and his coaching staff evaluates and develops talent.
28 Sept 2026
Michale Ford - Baylor University Track and Field - Beyond the Blocks Ep. 30
In episode 30 of Beyond the Blocks we are joined by Michael Ford, Director of Men's and Women's Track & Field at Baylor University. An alumnus and former standout student-athlete for the school, Ford has spent over two decades coaching within the legendary Baylor Track & Field program. Throughout his tenure, Ford has mentored top-tier athletic talent, including Olympic gold medalists Jeremy Wariner and Darold Williamson, two-time NCAA champion Trayvon Bromell, and 17-time All-American Tiffany Townsend. Ford has built a prominent reputation on the global stage. Most notably, he was appointed by USA Track & Field as the Men's Sprints and Hurdles Coach for Team USA at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games.
14 Sept 2026
Learn how USC sprint coach Karl Goodman helped build a championship culture for the women of Troy on episode 29 of Beyond the Blocks.
In this installment, we sit down with one of the most successful figures in collegiate track and field to discuss his approach to training and athlete development. Karl Goodman shares his insights on what it takes to lead a top-tier program to back-to-back success, offering a rare look behind the scenes at the strategies that keep USC track and field at the top of the podium.
Whether you are an aspiring athlete, a fellow coach, or simply a fan of the sport, this conversation provides a practical look at high-performance sprinting. We break down the philosophy that has defined his tenure and the specific standards required to compete at the highest level.
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