Mentor Through the Decades
The heat of July sees thousands of players and coaches start prepping for the Friday Night Lights of the fall, a perfect time to hit the archives and revisit our conversation with one of the giants of Kansas City high school football Tony Severino, winner of myriad state titles and inpactful in the lives of scores of young football players. Fascinating and inspirational!
Peaks, Valleys, Perseverance, and Outreach
The Kansas City native was a phenom from an early age and a high school legend at Rockhurst. His transition to college at Missouri on and off the field produced amazing high moments, and great challenges as well. Now his wellness business helps others along the way. A great conversation!
Striving Every Step of the Way
Born and raised in Kansas City, Seth had not only ability but a tenacious spirit that carried him through when obstacles were thrown in his way, which was often. He ended up carving out a more than decade long run in MLS, mostly in his hometown.
Relationships a Keynote to High-Level Coaching Success
Motivated and focused from an early age, Kelly has been a success story as a player and coach at every level. A star quarterback at Harrisonville HS and then on to KU, he then took his leadership skills into coaching, where he has been a success at every stop.
Turning Tragedy Into a Mission
An emotional, compelling, and uplifting conversation with Jerry Anselmo, whose son Brian lost his life at 28, leaving behind grieving friends and family. But Jerry and his family quickly decided that fundraising in Brian's name would be their mission. Through a dance event and golf tournament they have assisted almost a dozen KC charities.
Rockhurst’s Likable Legend
Kansas City’s winningest high school football coach, Tony piled up state titles and great memories, while also creating great relationships and friendships in a half century of leadership.