Voodoo Power Building Better Athletes: Hunter Haralson Culture, & Coaching Success at Collinsville
In this episode, Head Strength & Conditioning Coach Hunter Haralson of Collinsville Public Schools sits down with Steven to talk about the evolution of high school strength training, athlete development, and what it truly takes to build a winning culture.
Hunter shares his journey from Lawrence, Kansas, to wrestling at Lindenwood University, to becoming a sixth-year Head S&C Coach and leader in one of the most respected programs in Oklahoma. With certifications in CSCS, USAW L1, and a teaching license in Oklahoma, Hunter brings both expertise and passion to his athletes every day.
We dive into:
🔥 His background—from NCAA DII wrestling to internships at Clemson
🔥 How he and his wife Maddie built summer strength camps with 60+ junior high athletes
🔥 Coaching today’s athlete: explaining the “why,” building trust, and keeping training fun
🔥 Using tier systems, 5-3-1, and APRE to train multi-sport athletes
🔥 Adapting for wrestling, basketball, and sport-specific needs
🔥 Coaching philosophy: effort, toughness, character
🔥 Using velocity trackers, XBE concepts, outdoor speed work, and agility training
🔥 Improving female athlete engagement and performance
🔥 Halftime nutrition, athlete recovery, and coaching staff collaboration
🔥 Balancing family life with coaching demands
🔥 How to implement advanced training safely at the high school level
Hunter also opens up about mentorship, delegating to his assistant coach, and how his weight room design has reshaped his coaching style. From foundational lifts to high-level movement prep, this episode is a complete blueprint for coaches looking to elevate their program.
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