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Heavy Hitter Sports

Mark Hochgesang
Nike
ADHD
Multiple Sclerosis
Gary Patterson
Baseball
Athletic Coaching
Executive Functioning
Youth Sports
USC
Women's Sports
Education
Parenting
Peak Power Adventures

Heavy Hitter Sports educates, entertains & inspires by spotlighting sports game-changers. Athletes and sports business leaders share their remarkable stories and provide valuable advice on how to tackle challenges on and off the field of play. Host Mark Hochgesang's commentary is shaped by his deep love and knowledge of sports and 30 years of management experience at Nike, adidas and Easton.

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Latest Episodes

Alyx Wynn, master marketeer, has led brand efforts at Nike, U.S. Soccer & now Dallas Trinity FC. She & host Mark Hochgesang discuss the World Cup, the women's sports explosion and their favorite soccer stars. Alyx also talks about the power of repres... more

Gene McCarthy, former elite miler & Nike executive, shares hard-earned lessons from leading some of the most iconic brands in sports. Drawing from his experiences at Nike, Brand Jordan, Under Armour, & ASICS, Gene offers a candid & insightful look in... more

Charley Stobbs, the sports marketing leader of baseball & softball at adidas, delivers more than just baseball insight. He shares a championship mindset built upon hard work, authenticity, trust, and relationships. Charley reveals what’s happening in... more

Guest Ellen Bain shares how she pivoted from a successful Nike career to a life built around yoga, adventure, and community - and the lessons that team sports teach us about resilience, teamwork & leadership. And yes, she did share a roller coaster r... more

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Recent Guests

Alyx Wynn
Soccer marketer with Nike US Soccer and Dallas Trinity FC
Dallas Trinity FC; Nike US Soccer
Episode: Alyx Wynn: The Power of Representation
Gene McCarthy
former Nike executive, author
Episode: Gene McCarthy: Leadership Lessons
Charley Stobbs
Leads baseball and softball sports marketing at Adidas
Adidas
Episode: Charley Stobbs: The Natural
Ellen Bain
Athlete, coach, founder of Peak Power Adventures
Peak Power Adventures
Episode: Ellen Bain: Adventure Seeker
Danny van Leeuwen
Former nurse, healthcare executive, musician, adaptive athlete living with MS
Episode: Danny van Leeuwen: Resilient Athlete
John Gassner
ADHD life coach, former D1 athlete, sports industry veteran
Order Out of Chaos (ADHD Athlete Coaching Academy)
Episode: ADHD & Sports

Host

Mark Hochgesang
Host with a deep background in management at Nike, Adidas, and Easton; focuses on sports business leadership and meaningful storytelling.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 28 ratings
  • Interesting & insightful listening

    I have found Mark’s topics very interesting, & insightful to boot. Keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    olsonrep
    United States2 years ago
  • Genius

    Authentic storytelling comes naturally for Mark. An openly biased USC/SF Giants homer does a good job of spanning sports, geographies, genders, etc. Go Mark!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cbondpdx1
    United States5 years ago
  • Great Listen for Avid and Casual Fans Alike

    Awesome guests, great stories, solid research, fun interviewer! Great new podcast to follow!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chris Hogie
    United States5 years ago
  • meaningful sports stories

    Mark helps people share their meaningful sports stories and has a soothing great voice. I’m so excited to hear these real stories about good people!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Morgan Fielder (SIG)
    United States5 years ago
  • Great Podcast to follow

    Mark does a great job of letting information flow whether it be from the person interviewed or his take on a subject. Time flies by which is always a good sign 👍

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    soccer/golf nut
    United States5 years ago

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Guests are described as authentic and knowledgeable, spanning sports and brands.
Listeners highlight insightful topics and strong storytelling from a well-prepared host.
The show is praised for great guests, research, and engaging conversations.

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#28
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Apple Podcasts
#51
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Alyx Wynn: The Power of Representation
Q: What key factors do you see driving the current momentum in women's sports, and what's needed to sustain it?
Community and consistent investment are crucial, with ongoing broadcast exposure and strong media visibility to maintain momentum and drive long-term growth.
Alyx Wynn: The Power of Representation
Q: How did your early experiences at Nike shape your approach to building teams and campaigns later in your career?
She highlights a team-oriented, hands-on leadership style, the importance of leveraging individual strengths, and learning to navigate a complex corporate environment while staying mission-driven.
Alyx Wynn: The Power of Representation
Q: What motivates you to pursue leadership roles in sports marketing and representation for women?
Alyx discusses the responsibility of representation, the need for role models who reflect diverse backgrounds, and the belief that visibility enables future generations to see possibilities for themselves.
Gene McCarthy: Leadership Lessons
Q: What were the defining leadership lessons you learned during your time at Nike?
There was freedom with discipline, the idea that strategy is a verb, and the importance of teamwork and humility—recognizing you work for the people you lead and believing in the collective over individual glory.
Gene McCarthy: Leadership Lessons
Q: How did growing up in the Bronx shape your approach to leadership and perseverance?
It instilled a sense of grit and scarcity that made me value hard work, humility, and making the most of limited resources while keeping family and community at the center of what I do.

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This show centers on sports leadership, marketing, and athlete stories, often featuring former executives, brand leaders, and industry experts who discuss representation, resilience, and the business of sports. Episodes highlight the evolution of women in sport, leadership lessons from iconic brands, strategic partnerships in athlete marketing, and personal reinvention through movement and coaching. A notable edge is the host's deep corporate sports background, which informs thoughtful, behind-the-scenes insights and practical takeaways for listeners aiming to break into or advance in sports business and representation.

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1. Alyx Wynn
2. Gene McCarthy
3. Charley Stobbs
4. Ellen Bain
5. Danny van Leeuwen
6. John Gassner

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