Texas State Track &amp; Field just made history — and we’re going BELLY TO BELLY with the man behind it.<br /><br />On Episode 445 of Airey Bros Radio, we’re joined by John Frazier, Director of Track &amp; Field &amp; Cross Country at Texas State University, fresh off a historic Sun Belt Indoor Championship sweep — winning both the men’s and women’s titles for the first time in program history.Coach Frazier brings 30+ years of elite coaching experience, with stops at UCLA, Tennessee, Arizona, and Florida, coaching Olympians, NCAA Champions, and All-Americans — and now building a national contender in San Marcos, Texas.💥 In this episode, we dive into:<ul><li>Building a championship culture at Texas State</li><li>The Bobcats’ rise to national relevance</li><li>Recruiting philosophy + international recruiting strategy</li><li>What it takes to compete at the NCAA level</li><li>Coaching elite throwers and multi-event athletes</li><li>Staff culture, leadership, and program development</li><li>The future of college track &amp; field (dual meets, team scoring, NIL era)</li></ul>🎯 Whether you're a recruit, coach, parent, or track &amp; field fan, this is a must-listen conversation on how elite programs are built from the ground up.<br /><br />🎧 Listen Now on All Platforms:<br />Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube🏃‍♂️<br />Follow Airey Bros Radio: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@Aireybros" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">YouTube / </a><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/61TKhMCXCfmfZRYb22saFe" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Spotify</a><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/61TKhMCXCfmfZRYb22saFe" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><br /></a>Instagram: @aireybrosradio<br /><a href="https://buymeacoffee.com/aireybros" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">☕ Support the Show (Value for Value)</a><br />🔥 Fueled by Black Sheep Endurance<br /><br /><b>⏱️ Show Notes </b><b></b><br /><b>0:00 — ABR Origins &amp; Mission</b><ul><li>JUCO All-American backgrounds (XC &amp; Wrestling)</li><li>Why ABR exists: spotlight overlooked programs + recruiting transparency</li></ul><b>1:20 — Helping Athletes Find the Right Fit</b><ul><li>Goal: connect athletes (especially NJ) with college opportunities</li><li>“There’s a place for everyone” mindset</li></ul><b>2:23 — Show Intro + Guest Announcement</b><ul><li>John Frazier joins ABR</li><li>Texas State historic Sun Belt Indoor sweep</li></ul><b>3:16 — Coach Frazier Background</b><ul><li>30+ years coaching</li><li>UCLA, Tennessee, Arizona, Florida</li><li>Olympians + NCAA Champions coached</li></ul><b>4:00 — Why Texas State Works</b><ul><li>Administrative support + coaching freedom</li><li>Building culture without “red tape”</li></ul><b>5:30 — Setting Recruiting Standards</b><ul><li>Rejecting average talent expectations</li><li>Adopting elite standards (Georgia model)</li></ul><b>6:50 — Recruiting Philosophy</b><ul><li>Find your level: JUCO, NAIA, NCAA</li><li>Focus on NCAA scorers, not just conference depth</li></ul><b>8:00 — Branding Texas State</b><ul><li>Identity shift (black uniforms, culture change)</li><li>Creating a recognizable program image</li></ul><b>10:00 — What Recruits Should Look For</b><ul><li>Academics first</li><li>Location, environment, coaching staff</li><li>Fit over hype</li></ul><b>13:20 — Coach Frazier Origin Story</b><ul><li>From middle school shot put to UCLA</li><li>“Track nerd” mentality + studying programs</li></ul><b>17:00 — Coaching Journey</b><ul><li>UC Irvine → Humboldt → Tennessee → UCLA → Texas State</li><li>Family decisions shaping career path</li></ul><b>23:00 — Becoming a Director</b><ul><li>Why Texas State was the right fit</li><li>Leadership + program control evolution</li></ul><b>25:00 — Building a Staff Culture</b><ul><li>Hiring former athletes</li><li>Alignment in coaching philosophy</li><li>Competitive but collaborative staff</li></ul><b>30:00 — Director Role in Cross Country</b><ul><li>Supporting distance program</li><li>Developing walk-ons into scholarship athletes</li></ul><b>34:00 — Dual Meets vs Modern Track</b><ul><li>Importance of head-to-head competition</li><li>Future of team-based championships</li></ul><b>37:00 — Sun Belt Championship Breakthrough</b><ul><li>Building depth across events</li><li>Athletes stepping up in key moments</li></ul><b>40:00 — Recruiting Strategy</b><ul><li>Texas talent + international athletes</li><li>Competing with Texas A&amp;M / Texas pipelines</li></ul><b>43:30 — Throwers Training Philosophy</b><ul><li>4–5 days/week structure</li><li>Individualized sessions + event-specific focus</li></ul><b>48:00 — Coaching Philosophy</b><ul><li>Knowing every athlete</li><li>Building trust + presence at meets</li></ul><b>50:00 — Multi-Event Strategy</b><ul><li>Maximizing scoring potential</li><li>Event crossover when beneficial</li></ul><b>52:30 — Coffee + Daily Habits</b><ul><li>Strong black coffee ☕</li><li>Faith, organization, and preparation mindset</li></ul>