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"You Don’t Have to Write the Workout — Stephanie Juncker" is an episode of The Swim Brief. Runtime 48 min. Published November 9, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.
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You don’t have to write the workout to be a hell of a coach.
Louisville associate head coach Stephanie Juncker joins Chris to discuss how coaches make an impact through relationships, trust, and what they bring to the pool deck every day.
Stephanie shares why she has stayed at Louisville, how she has learned to pick her battles, and why a successful coaching career doesn’t have to mean becoming a head coach. They also explore the barriers women face in the profession, how informal networks shape opportunities, and what coaches can do within their own circles to help things change.
For young assistants looking for more autonomy, Stephanie’s advice is direct: coach your ass off in the role you have.
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