
Episode #237
Episode 237: 237. Interview with Meagan Vota (Part Two)
Meagan Vota is a Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Wichita Wind Surge, the Double-A affiliate of the Minnesota Twins. She is currently in her second season in this role which happens to be her first experience in professional baseball. Previously, she spent 2.5 years at IMG Academy, specializing in long-term athletic development for their 11 baseball teams from middle school through post-graduate levels. Meagan holds both Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Exercise Physiology from the University of Louisville (2016 - 2022) and is certified through the NSCA (CSCS) and USA Weightlifting (L1). With experience ranging from youth and private sector to collegiate and professional sports, she is passionate about helping athletes maximize their performance while developing confidence, discipline, and leadership skills that extend into everyday life. Topics covered in this episode: -Coaching at IMG Academy -Finding success and advice for others -Continuing education resources Quotes: -"That's why I love Spring Training so much and having everyone around you for a few months, you just get that social aspect a little bit more" (8:03) -"I think at the end of the day I'm probably meant for youth athletics a little bit more than I am pro ball, but I am, again, loving where I'm at right now" (13:29) -"I think you can be great at your job and still leave it at the field" (26:25) If you would like to learn more from Meagan, you can connect with her on social media: Instagram: @meagan_vota

