In this special episode of Coaching While Black, we’re taking a moment to thank our friends at Players Coalition. Because of our partnership, we’re here on Radio Row hosting Season Three! Their commitment to justice, equity, and access in sport is changing the game for athletes at every level.

Players Coalition is using its platform to drive real systemic change, focusing on four key areas: police and community relations, criminal justice reform, education, and economic advancement in low-income communities.

Follow Players Coalition on socials @playerscoalition to stay updated on their impact, and stay tuned for more conversations that move the game forward.

Sports have always been bigger than the game. In this episode, Pharlone Toussaint sits down with Tori Holloway and Trimaine Davis from Players Coalition to talk about how sports can drive social justice, youth development, and community change.

They break down why 70% of kids stop playing sports by age 13, how increasing costs and privatization are shutting young athletes out, and what it will take to make sports a right—not just a privilege. They also discuss how athletes have historically led social movements and why advocacy should be part of the playbook.

Tune in to learn how sports can be a force for change. Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Because Nothing Heals like Sport.

Help us build the healing-centered sport movement. Visit chjs.org to learn more or email us at team@chjs.org to join the movement.

Credits
Hosts: Alecia Ivery, Anthony Andino, and Armond Richards
Production: Players Coalition + Isis Roberts
Editor: Dan Epand
Director: Team CHJS

We’re kicking off Season 3 of Coaching While Black with a powerful conversation on the real barriers Black coaches face—especially in the NFL. In this episode, hosts Anthony Andino and Alecia Ivery break down the “qualification myth” and how Black coaches are often held to higher standards while being given fewer opportunities.

From personal experiences to systemic challenges, we explore why Black coaches must constantly prove themselves, the role of representation and what it takes to create real change in hiring and retention. Plus, we discuss the importance of patience—Black coaches need time to build programs, not just token opportunities.

Tune in to hear how we can move beyond performative policies and towards a more equitable future in coaching.

Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Because Nothing Heals like Sport.

Help us build the healing-centered sport movement. Visit chjs.org to learn more or email us at team@chjs.org to join the movement.

Credits

Hosts: Anthony Andino and Alecia Ivery

Production + Music: Dan Epand and Cameron Jordan

Director: Team CHJS + Players Coalition