#280: Brett Halter-University of Missouri

#280: Brett Halter-University of Missouri

In this episode of the Gill Athletics Connections Podcast, we dive deep into the incredible journey of Brett Halter, head coach of the University of Missouri Track & Field team 🐯. From his unexpected start in coaching—after being asked by former Missouri head coach Dr. Rick McGuire, "You want to be a throws coach?"—to leading a powerhouse program, Halter's story is filled with insights and surprises.


Discover how a distance runner became a world-class throws coach, hear his thoughts on the SEC's ever-evolving challenges, and learn about his approach to building not just athletes, but leaders. We also explore some behind-the-scenes moments with standout athletes like Christian Cantwell and Karissa Schweitzer, and discuss the future of Missouri's track and field program with its new world-class facilities.


Coach Halter shares wisdom on coaching philosophy, program development, and the values that drive him and his team toward success. Whether you're a coach, athlete, or track and field enthusiast, this episode is packed with valuable lessons and inspiring stories. 🏃‍♂️💥


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#15: DJ Hicks-Houston Baptist University

#15: DJ Hicks-Houston Baptist University

DJ is the assistant coach at his alma mater Houston Baptist University in charge of sprints, hurdles, and relays.  He is really ingrained into the Houston track scene as he ran high school track in th...

25 Maalis 202058min

#14: Houston Franks-LSU

#14: Houston Franks-LSU

Houston is in his first year at LSU as the head cross country coach after coaching several years at his alma mater Mississippi State. Success has followed Houston at every stop of his career and it's...

24 Maalis 20201h 6min

#13: Chris Parno-Minnesota State

#13: Chris Parno-Minnesota State

One of the many benefits to doing a podcast such as this is learning about the lives of new and interesting people. Chris fits this category perfectly. You'll see quickly this young coach has a long p...

23 Maalis 20201h 3min

#12: Dave Anderson-Bentonville West High School

#12: Dave Anderson-Bentonville West High School

Great time with a great coach who has spent 39 years coaching high school athletes and continues to do so today. You'll enjoy learning Dave's career journey and even his personal athletic experiences.

22 Maalis 20201h 2min

#11: Andrew Craycraft-Millikin University

#11: Andrew Craycraft-Millikin University

So interesting to sit down with Andrew and discuss his athletic background, coaching background and even learn that he was a practicing attorney early in his career. Even the mighty Wu-Tang Clan gets ...

20 Maalis 20201h 10min

#10: Chad Gunnelson-Univ of Dubuque

#10: Chad Gunnelson-Univ of Dubuque

Wonderful time sitting down with Chad on the phone to talk about coaching and life. Think you'll appreciate Chad's unique journey to becoming a track coach and specifically as the head coach of the U...

18 Maalis 20201h 23min

#9: Stephen Madrid-City of Albuquerque

#9: Stephen Madrid-City of Albuquerque

While most of our guests are going to be current or former track coaches, from time to time we'd like to connect you with someone you might not know of in the track world yet plays a vital role. This ...

15 Maalis 20201h 7min

#8: Zac Ball-Towson University

#8: Zac Ball-Towson University

Mixed it up with Zac in Albuquerque at the NCAA indoor championships. He was gracious enough to spend time with me while he prepared his athlete for their first indoor national championships. It was g...

14 Maalis 20201h 5min

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