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Welcoming the MacKinnons
CMU Athletics Connection with Amy Folan
Published on 1/16/2025
CMU Athletics Connection with Amy Folan
Published on 1/16/2025
Dr. Neil MacKinnon took the reins of Central Michigan University as its 16th president in November 2024. CMU Director of Athletics Amy Folan sits down with Dr. MacKinnon and his wife, Leanne, as well as accomplished CMU track and field/cross country athletes Natalie Newcombe and Emily Paupore. They discuss the MacKinnons' first few months at CMU, Leanne's time as a collegiate athlete, share advice and much more.
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Adam heads to Max and Emily's in downtown Mount Pleasant to chat with their owner, Elmo Walton. Elmo has been a long time supporter of Central Michigan Athletics, the university and the entire Mount Pleasant community.
Published on 4/14/2026
In this episode, Amy Folan introduces us to two new Chippewa head coaches: Kelly Terwilliger of field hockey and James DeCosemo of women's soccer. Get to know a couple of the two newest members of the Central Michigan athletics family.
Published on 4/9/2026
This week Adam chats with senior defensive end Michael Heldman. He recently completed his pro day and is expected to get selected in a month during the NFL Draft. Heldman reflects on his time growing up, coming to Central Michigan and looks ahead to what's coming up next.
Published on 3/26/2026
Adam Jaksa catches up with softball head coach McCall Salmon on this episode. She gives her background on playing softball and coming up through NAIA to eventually get to Central Michigan. Coach Salmon has been influenced by her dad in more ways than one and she tells about how the start of the season is going so far.
Published on 3/11/2026