🎧 Quentin “Coach Q” Acree: The Art of Evaluating Character in Recruiting

🏀 In this week’s Significant Recruiting Podcast, Matt Rogers sits down with Quentin “Coach Q” Acree
— Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach at Christopher Newport University
— to talk about what really matters in the recruiting process.

Coach Q, one of the brightest young minds in college basketball, pulls back the curtain on how championship programs evaluate talent, toughness, and fit. He shares why character and IQ often outweigh statistics, what coaches look for during a bad game, and how parents can either help — or hurt — their child’s recruiting journey.

You’ll also hear Coach Q explain why film doesn’t lie, why toughness and consistency are non-negotiables, and why recruits must learn to play hard before they ever learn to play “perfect.” He even offers simple, powerful advice to 16-year-olds who dream of playing college basketball: compete relentlessly and know who you are.

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— Matt breaks down what NIL really means and how it’s reshaping families, coaches, and universities at every level.

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🎙 Quentin Acree: Toughness Together — The Christopher Newport Standard

This week on the Significant Coaching Podcast, Matt Rogers sits down with Quentin Acree, Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach at Christopher Newport University
— one of the premier programs in all of Division III basketball.

Coach Q shares how CNU’s championship culture is built on humility, accountability, and daily consistency. From practice habits to personal growth, he reminds coaches everywhere that great programs grow great people first.

Matt also gives a special shoutout to RIT Men’s Basketball Coach — and Significant Coaching family member — Dominic Parker for introducing him to Coach Q, highlighting how strong relationships within the coaching community create opportunities for learning and growth.

And don’t miss this week’s blog at CoachMattRogers.com, where Matt breaks down what NIL really means — and how it’s impacting families, coaches, and universities across every level of college sports.

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🎙️ Built for the Modern Game: Will Chavis on NIL, the Portal, and the Future of Recruiting 🏀

In this episode of The Significant Recruiting Podcast, host Matt Rogers sits down with Will Chavis, Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach at Drexel University, for a powerful and practical look at today’s ever-changing recruiting world.

From being Bobby Knight’s first recruit at Texas Tech to playing professionally across Europe and now mentoring Division I athletes, Coach Chavis has lived every corner of the basketball journey. What makes his story remarkable is not just his experience — it’s his perspective.

In this conversation, Will breaks down the realities of NIL and the transfer portal in a way few coaches can. He explains how both can serve athletes when handled with purpose and honesty — and why the best programs are the ones willing to adapt with integrity.

Whether you’re a recruit, a parent, or a coach, this episode is a must-listen for anyone trying to understand what it really takes to thrive in the modern era of college athletics.

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🎙️ From Bobby Knight to Drexel: The Humble Leadership of Will Chavis 🏀

In this episode of The Significant Coaching Podcast, host Matt Rogers sits down with Will Chavis, Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach at Drexel University — and one of the most grounded, inspiring voices in college basketball today.

From being Bobby Knight’s first recruit at Texas Tech to a decade-long professional career in Europe, to developing NBA players and leading young men at every level — Coach Chavis’s journey is a masterclass in humility, resilience, and purpose-driven leadership.

He opens up about what he learned from playing for legends, how his international experience shaped his coaching style, and why he believes the chaos of modern college athletics (NIL, transfer portal, player movement) is actually an opportunity to lead differently — with empathy, honesty, and hope.

If you love real conversations about coaching, culture, and character, this episode will hit home.

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In Part 2, Coach Vinny Barber—Head Men’s Wrestling Coach at the University of Lynchburg—gets practical about recruiting for high school athletes, parents, and coaches. Drawing from concrete examples in the conversation, Vinny shows what actually earns attention, builds trust, and moves you up a coach’s list—without the fluff.

You’ll hear:

• Communication that counts — how to reach out with purpose, follow up, and keep it concise
• Film that helps — what to include, what to skip, and the right length
• Social media that builds trust — what coaches notice (and what raises red flags)
• Academics as a separator — transcripts, test plans, and reliability over talk
• Reading “fit” — culture cues on visits, body language in the room, honest self-assessment
• Timelines & first-roster realities — how Lynchburg is building toward ODAC 2026–27 and what that means for recruits and families

Learn more about Coach Barber: https://lynchburgsports.com/staff-directory/vinny-barber/363

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What does it take to build a college program from zero—culture first, wins second, significance always? In this episode, Coach Vinny Barber returns (last seen in Episode 15) as the newly named Head Men’s Wrestling Coach at the University of Lynchburg to unpack the real work of starting something enduring. We talk through the vision for a state-of-the-art wrestling facility, the standards that shape day-one culture, and how to lead athletes through uncertainty with clarity, humility, and edge.

Vinny reflects on lessons from the University of the Ozarks—including NWCA Academic All-Americans, NCAA DIII qualifiers, conference champions, and a 2024 team title—and how those experiences inform everything from staff hiring to practice design to athlete development. We also explore his time with River Valley Wrestling Club and FloWrestling, and why storytelling and systems both matter when you’re building a program meant to last.

🎯 If you’re a coach, AD, or parent who cares about process over hype and character over shortcuts, this one’s for you.
👀 And don’t miss Part 2, where we go deep on recruiting: communication, evaluation, and building Lynchburg’s first roster.

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🎯 Luke Falk: Recruiting Lessons, Resilience, and the Power of Mind Strength 🏈

From overlooked recruit to Washington State record-breaker to NFL quarterback—Luke Falk’s journey is packed with lessons every athlete and parent can learn from. In this episode of the Significant Recruiting Podcast, Luke opens up about his unique recruiting path, the setbacks and breakthroughs that shaped him, and how “mind strength” is the real difference-maker in both sports and life.

We also dive into the heart behind his brand-new book, The Mind Strength Playbook 📘—a guide for athletes, parents, and coaches to master the mental side of performance. Luke’s story is raw, honest, and full of insights that go far beyond the stat sheet.

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🎙 Luke Falk: Mind Strength, Mental Health, and the Quarterback’s Journey 🏈

From walk-on to record-breaking quarterback at Washington State, to playing in the NFL, and now author of The Mind Strength Playbook—Luke Falk’s story is one of resilience, reinvention, and purpose. In this powerful episode of the Significant Coaching Podcast, Luke joins Matt Rogers to discuss the mental side of performance, the lessons he’s carried from his time with Coach Mike Leach, and how his own battles have shaped the way he now coaches and leads.

Luke also opens up about the tragic loss of his teammate and friend Tyler Hilinski, and how it forever changed the way he views mental health and wellness. He shares why returning to Washington State this October to honor Tyler’s life is such a meaningful step in raising awareness for athletes everywhere.

Finally, we dive into Luke’s new book, The Mind Strength Playbook—a guide for athletes, parents, and leaders to master the mindset that drives performance in sports, business, and life.

To connect with Luke Falk, learn more about his coaching, or pre-order The Mind Strength Playbook, head to CoachLukeFalk.com

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