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CIAC Glory Days

CIAC Glory Days

Written by: Glenn Lungarini
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The CIAC Glory Days podcast immerses listeners into the world of high school athletics. Explore the purpose and impact of interscholastic athletics on student-athletes as administrators, coaches, players, officials, parents, and State Athletic Association staff take listeners on a journey from tryouts to championships.

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Episodes
  • Glory Days Podcast - S3:E5 - Sports Psychology and Mental Health in Student Athletes
    Jan 20 2026

    Three Hartford HealthCare physicians join Jada Mirabelle on the CIAC Glory Days Podcast to discuss the critical role of sports psychology and mental health in young athletes. Dr. Peter Lucchio, PsyD, Dr. Ralph Dodd, PsyD, and Dr. Viana Turcios-Cotto, PhD share expert insights on performance, resilience, and supporting student-athletes both on and off the field. A valuable conversation for coaches, parents, educators, and athletes alike.

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    53 mins
  • Glory Days Podcast - S3:E4 Coginchaug Girls Soccer
    Oct 26 2025

    On this episode of the CIAC Glory Days Podcast, host Jada Mirabelle is joined by Coginchaug Girls Soccer, the 2024 CIAC Class S State Champions! Head Coach Liam Isleib and standout players Allison Booth and Kaelyn Connell reflect on their historic journey to the program’s first-ever state championship last season. They share insights into the team’s culture, and the structure that helped turn a dream season into reality.

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    25 mins
  • Glory Days Podcast S3:E3 – Inside the CT High School Football Alliance 🏈
    Sep 24 2025

    On this episode of the CIAC Glory Days Podcast, host Jada Mirabelle sits down with Al Carbone and James Buonocore to dive into the world of the Connecticut High School Football Alliance. They discuss how the Alliance got started, how matchups are set, its goals, the responses to critics, and the impact it’s having on high school football across Connecticut. A must-listen for fans, players, and anyone curious about the CT high school football!

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    44 mins
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