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Season 3 Episode 7

Unfiltered Game Plan Podcast Takeover – Hannah and Preston 

What happens when the VSA Baseball and Softball Development and Operations Directors “Take Over”?

They talk about exactly that, Baseball and Softball!

Listen in on the discussion about how VSA impacts through the program. Then they share the 3 Pillars of Good Coaching for their sport specifically.

 
 

Season 3 Episode 6

“Let’s Play Hockey…Outdoors” Hockey Day WI 2026

Chase and Phil discuss and share information about the very first Hockey Day WI in existence.

The event will be a twist on the Outdoor Hockey Classic, with Collegiate, High School, and Youth Hockey games over a 3-day weekend.

3 Years in the Making! The location is St Croix Falls, WI. The weekend is January 9th, 1ot,h and 11th, 2026.

All proceeds go to support hockey associations and organizations in the state of Wisconsin

 
 

Season 3 Episode 5

“UP your game” VSA’s FOunder Story – Non Profit Vision

In November of 2025, Valley Sports Academy became a Non-Profit Entity to ensure the long-term strategy of giving back to the community. VSA’s Founder, Brian Seubert, sits down with Chase and Phil to share the WHY and the reasons behind the Non-Profit status.

If every community “Upped its Game,” most Communities would thrive in the long-term development of their youth.

It is a great share, and one that is passionate and forthright.

 

Season 3 Episode 4

“Change is a Journey” Guest Tanner Kohlhepp – Pro Baseball Pitcher

Sometimes the Sports Journey is not always what it seems!

Trevor Kohlhepp joins Chase and Phil for a chat about his journey, and how he ended up with the Detroit Tigers organization after a few steps in change and vision. Tanner grew up in the Chippewa Valley.

It is a great lesson in patience and perseverance. Listen in on Tanner’s rise from playing infielder to pitcher.

To follow Tanner, here is his updated info:

https://www.milb.com/player/tanner-kohlhepp-681289

Season 3 Episode 3

Expenses and Attitudes” The cost of sports and challenging teammates

Join us for the 3rd Season, 3rd Episode, where Chase and Phil discuss two main topics, as well as bring in a guest!

Recorded on FB Live 11/5/25

Are Sports getting too expensive, and does the equipment actually help or hurt the development of an athlete?

Welcome our Guest, Hannah Ritter, who is an All-American Softball player ( UW Oshkosh). Hannah is on staff at VSA now!

And finally, we discuss teammates and coaches with whom we did not get along and how we handled the situation.

Season 3 Episode 2

So you think you want to coach?

Chase and Phil chat about three major youth sports topics while on their 2nd Facebook LIVE Feed from 10/14.

1. What does it cost these days, and how do you balance that

2. Player BURNOUT, is it real, and how do you handle it?

3. SO YOU want to Coach?

We get on our Soap Boxes a few times! Listen in.

Season 3 Episode 1

Podcast Review and 3rd Season Kick Off

We had fun talking about our top episodes over the past 2 years, as well as what the Past, Present, and Future look like in Youth Athletics. We definitely get on our Soap Boxes for a few topics!

Season 2 Episode 24

Be your own BEST Coach – Baseball Philosophies and More

Meet Preston Benedict, VSA’s Newly Appointed Director of Baseball Player Development.

In this episode, we chat about everything baseball. From what Batters might be thinking at the plate…to how fast Preston’s fastest pitch was.

He provides a little insight into his vision of how VSA will be going forward with our Baseball Program.

Season 2 Episode 23

“Partnerships Matter” Meet VSA Investment Partner Tyler Sperry

What does it take to hold up our Community and its Kids? We welcome Tyler Sperry – President and Owner of Mower Sperry Insurance based in Chippewa Falls WI.

Tyler is a Community Leader that is dedicated to giving back. As a 4th Generation Business Owner, he shares his story and his passion. He shares WHY he supports community initiatives like VSA ( and he supports others)

A great and insightful listen, at the end of the day we need all of us to create a great Community!

Season 2 Episode 22

“I Believe in You” VSA Golf Outing Recap and Leadership Thoughts

IN this Episode, Chase and Phil share their 2nd Annual VSA Celebrity Golf Outing Recap Thoughts. For the recap, it is a must-listen!

What is happening next at VSA? Tune in and listen to find out.

We dive into the last part of this episode with a reflection and deep discussion on the topic of Leadership. A much-needed discussion these days with all that goes into staff development, personal development, and learning.

Season 2 Episode 21

State Fair Episode

For the 1st time in The Unfiltered Game Plan with VSA Podcast History, Chase and Phil record the podcast offsite at the Northern WI State Fair located in Chippewa Falls.

The Topic, How VSA can accommodate more than its core sports. Chase shares some awesome insight as to how we can serve the community on many levels.

We stumble thru background noise, technical difficulties, tasty fair food and we even host a walk-up guest, Joe from RANDS Trucking!

You may even hear some corn hole “thumbs” as people play and hit the boards while we record!

Season 2 Episode 20

“The Baseball Journey” – Origins from Little League to College

In this Podcast we talk with Sawyer Stein, A local Baseball Player that started training at VSA when we opened in June of 2022. Chase and Phil chat with Sawyer about his journey playing baseball as a kid, having a great high school career, and then deciding to play collegiately at Iowa Central Junior College, where he earned a starting position as a freshman. His team made the Juco World Series!

This takes work. We chat with him about this journey and what the future may hold.

Season 2 Episode 19

“The VSA Way” – A Reflective Perspective on 3 Years of VSA

Welcome to a Special Episode of The Unfiltered Game Plan with Chase and Phil. In this episode, they reflect on 3 years of VSA and an overview of this Podcast. There is no guest on the Podcast. Just the two hosts sharing and caring.

3 years go fast when you are growing a Community Haven for the area. Chase shares his story as to how he ended up at VSA, it is an incredible journey.

Looking forward to what the future holds at VSA? Listen in…

With over 1,000 streams already this year, the Podcast is being listened to, and we thank everyone who has supported this Podcast.

As the saying goes… “It Takes a Village”….

Season 2 Episode 18

“Fail Forward” – 715 Rentals Dumpster Dom

The balance of life is a tricky one! Chase and Phil chatted with Dumpster Dom ( Dominic Berlin), the owner of 715Rentals, a local business in the Chippewa Valley.

715Rentals is the Title Sponsor for our 2nd Annual Celebrity Golf Classic slated for 7/31/25 at Lake Wissota Golf and Events. Registration is now open for that event.

The Podcast has some great insights, discussing topics like business partnerships, sports, hobbies, and the tie that binds to these things together!

Spoiler ALERT = Relationships!

Dumpster Dom shares his origins, ideas that lead to the Dumpster Business, and if you would have told him 2.5 years ago that he would be in this business…well…listen in!

 

Season 2 Episode 17

“Interning is External” – A Chat with our VSA Intern Parker

Chase and Phil sit down with Parker, our VSA Intern. Parker is graduating with a Business Marketing Applied Sciences Degree from CVTC here in the Chippewa Valley. What is it like to intern at VSA? What has he learned? If he had to choose one meal on a deserted Island, what would it be?

As you listen in, you realize what it takes to balance school and a working life. Parker asks Chase this question, and the answer might surprise you.

We also share some news regarding VSA and its future.

 

Season 2 Episode 16

“On the Field, Off the Field” – New VSA Soccer Program Leaders

Podcast hosts Chase and Phil chat with the newly appointed VSA Soccer Program Leaders – Josh and Jack. We kick around many topics like their backgrounds, leadership styles, program goals, and how they measure success!

One thing we ALL agree on is how we can impact the soccer athletes both on the field and off the field.

It is a compelling listen as we navigate through a lot of passion!

 

Season 2 Episode 15

“The River” High School Softball Careers and the Future with Mo and Roz

What happens when Chase and Phil sit down and chat with Senior Softball Players, Mo and Roz, about their VSA Guardian and High School Softball Careers?

What is their walk-up song? Where are they headed after High School? Favorite place to eat?

Listen in as we discuss these topics. This is a fun and energetic podcast you do not want to miss!

 
 

Season 2 Episode 14

14U Guardians Baseball PLayers

What happens when 6 – 14U VSA Guardian Boys Baseball Players chat with our hosts – Chase and Phil. Listen and find out. Some hard-hitting questions are asked…and they answer.

Chase shares a nice overview of the VSA Baseball program at the end.

Enjoy this Episode.

 
 

Season 2 Episode 13

10U Guardians Soccer Players

What happens when Chase and Phil host 5 -10U VSA Guardian Soccer players?

It’s a hilarious yet insightful episode that includes conversations about favorite foods, soccer super skills, and favorite players.

The kids are unedited, truthful, and downright funny.

 
 

Season 2 Episode 12

13O Tier 1 Junior Guardians

What happens when Chase and Phil invite the 13O Tier 1 Junior Guardians Hockey team to the Podcast?

Listen and find out.

We now know that the highlight of the year was beating Honey Baked Ham in Michigan, that they listen to Rap Music, and a few players like to “Chirp” the other team!

Listen in for more fun and interesting details about their 1st year playing a National Schedule!

 
 

Season 2 Episode 11

CJ Koehler

Chase and Phil continue their VSA Director updates year in review with VSA Director of Baseball and Softball – CJ Koehler.

We have a discussion with CJ about the VSA Baseball and Softball programs.

2024 was a year of growth and development. 2025 promises to be a great year. Tune and and find out some information about both of those topics.

 
 

Season 2 Episode 10

Nate Custer

VSA Strength and Conditioning Coach Nate Custer can assist if your young athlete needs development with both the physical and mental side of conditioning.

Chase and Phil sit down with Nate, as he frames his experience helping Youth, High School, and D1 College Athletes. Consistency is KEY. Hard work DOES indeed, pay off.

Young Athletes heed his advice and develop that conditioning plan earlier than later. It will lay the foundation for the future!

 

Season 2 Episode 9

Liam Nevin

Chase and Phil sit with Liam Nevin, The Valley Sports Academy Soccer Director. What did 2024 look like for the VSA Soccer program, and what does 2025 hold for the future?

Liam has been with VSA for over a year and shares his insights and philosophies, as well as a little bit about the differences in soccer overseas versus here in the USA.

Season 2 Episode 8

Charlotte Akervik

It’s not every day that you get to sit down and chat with a Local Women’s Pro Hockey Player… Chase and Phil have a chat with Charlotte Akervik, who is now on the Minnesota FROSTS Women’s Pro Hockey team. The PWHL is a new women’s pro team out of St Paul Minnesota. Charlotte talks with us on her journey, the sacrifices it takes to play D1 sports, and how she looks up to her parents and brothers. All young players that aspire to play at this level should listen in!

Season 2 Episode 7

Shelby Acker

We chat with Shelby Acker, Founder of Acker Mental Performance, about the importance of the mental mindset of playing sports. This is a great discussion touching on vulnerable subjects like injuries, confidence, and self-esteem.

Season 2 Episode 6

Chad Hable

The cost of playing Sports seems to increase every decade. At the High School Level, Booster Clubs are providing supplemental funds…

In this episode, Chase and Phil chat with Chad Hable, the tireless Chippewa Falls Booster Board member and the Lead Person for their Annual Fundraising Event, The Extravaganza!

The Three of them discuss all the revenue sources it takes to fund these athletes.

It may surprise you, take a listen and find out!

 

Season 2 Episode 5

Chase Hoople

Phil is your host in this gripping episode as Chase Hoople, VSA Tier 1 Hockey Coach (also the VSA GM) sits down to discuss what it takes to Coach at a High Level. It is a great discussion on how much coaches should “care” less about wins and losses to measure success. We also talk about the mentality of coaching kids versus managing adults in the workplace…is it so different? Listen to see what the outcome is on this fun subject.
 

Season 2 Episode 4

Mikayla Hogan

How does a First-Time Head High School Girls’ Hockey Coach Prepare for a Season as a Legacy Athlete from the same School? Mikayla Hogan, the new Chippewa Falls Girls’ High School Hockey Coach, sits down with Chase and Phil to discuss the preparation, the time invested, and the culture she wants to establish. It is a great listen, we even chat about the refs at the end, check it out!
 

Season 2 Episode 3

Director Panel

Listen to this compelling episode as your hosts, Chase and Phil, ask 6 questions to a VSA Director Panel. The directors discuss their philosophies, challenges, and WHY they do what they do!
 

Season 2 Episode 2

Guest Stephen Scatassa

Your hosts sit down with VSA Baseball Instructor Stephen Scatassa, and chat about his upbringing in Chicago. We also talk about what it takes to become a Major League Player, make World Series predictions, and coaching philosophies. Listen to the fun part where we ask Stephen to choose the most influential and famous person in his phone contacts. It’s a fun and informative discussion. Enjoy!!!
 

Season 2 Episode 1

Guest Jonathan Garcia

2 Time Speed Skating Olympian Athlete Jonathan Garcia joins Chase and Phil for a discussion about the journey he had to be an Olympian, and all the hard work that is needed to be in the Olympics as well as what happens after.