Good morning. CSCCa starts Monday, and if you're heading to Fort Worth, you already know what it means - three days of the best minds in college strength under one roof. Here's who's speaking, the parties worth staying up for, and the exhibitors to have on your radar. Let's get into it.
Mickey Marotti 🏈
Ohio State University
Four national championships. 39 years of coaching. Mickey Marotti is one of the most decorated strength coaches in college football history, and he's bringing that experience to Fort Worth. His session — Old School Principles, New School Innovations — covers how to integrate timeless training foundations with modern athlete development. Wednesday, 9:10am, Ballroom B.
Joe Kenn 🏠
Dynamic Fitness and Strength
"Big House" is back on the CSCCa stage. Joe Kenn — the only coach to win both the NSCA Collegiate and Professional Strength Coach of the Year — is presenting on strongman training as an alternative tool for developing athletic KPIs. Wednesday, 10:30am, Ballroom B.
Greg Werner 💪
Retired, Virginia Tech
Thirty-five years in the profession. Greg Werner is presenting his Keys to Longevity in the Profession, featuring insights from Boyd Epley, Ken Mannie, Jeff Madden, Andrea Hudy, and more. If you want to last in this business, show up. Tuesday, 8:00am, Ballroom B.
Justin Lima PhD 🎙️
Strength Coach Network
Dr. Justin Lima is hosting Real Talk with Real Coaches — a live podcast session on the Exhibit Hall Center Stage. Two sessions open to all attendees. Monday 5:00pm and Tuesday 11:00am, Exhibit Hall Center Stage.
Derek Hansen 🏃
SprintCoach.com
Derek Hansen is one of the sharpest minds in the room. Founder of SprintCoach.com and a go-to resource for coaches building faster athletes — catch his session in Fort Worth if speed work is on your radar. Tuesday, 3:30pm, Exhibit Hall D.
Stray Dog Strength - Booth 339/438
Stray Dog Strength Is Debuting a Custom Cavs-Branded Smith Machine at CSCCa 🔴
Stray Dog Strength is unveiling a brand-new Smith machine with an overcoming isometric attachment at CSCCa. The custom rack will be showcased in Cleveland Cavaliers branding - one of the first chances to see it in person. Check it out at booth 339/438.
DripDrop - Booth 328
Don’t Miss DripDrop in Your Welcome Bag 💧
You'll find DripDrop in your welcome bag this year — and their newest product is worth your attention. DripDrop 1K is built specifically for elite athletes: 1,000mg sodium, enhanced magnesium, no artificial sweeteners, and the same taste the brand is known for. High-output athletes need real electrolyte replacement — this is it. Stop by Booth 328 or reach out to Maggie at [email protected]
Samson Equipment - Booth 614/620
Samson Equipment Is Celebrating 50 Years at CSCCa — And Making It a Party 🎉
Samson Equipment is marking 50 years in the strength industry at this year's show. On night one, they're running a complimentary shuttle from downtown to the Stockyards. Day two, they're hosting the "Samson Hold" competition - $1,000 on the line for the longest hold, with separate prizes for male and female. Stop by Booths 614-620 to compete or catch up with the team.
ICON Group - Booth 415
Weight Room Floors Are Part of the Training System Now 🏋️♀️
Weight rooms aren’t just getting bigger — they’re getting smarter. Standard flooring isn’t built for today’s heavier, faster, year-round training demands. With 175+ collegiate installs, ICON’s Force55 (32mm / 1¼") delivers 55% force reduction while holding up under serious strength work. Visit ICON at CSCCa (Booth 415) or connect with a rep to request a sample.
Teambuildr - Booth 210
Ditch the Spreadsheets 📋
Designed by coaches, for coaches. Teambuildr helps you build individualized programming in minutes, track lifts and recovery in one place, and deliver workouts straight to your athletes' phones. Stop by Booth 210 to connect with the team.
Teambuildr · Hawkin Dynamics · Samson
The CSCCa Happy Hour You Don't Want to Miss 🍻
Teambuildr, Hawkin Dynamics, and Samson Equipment are hosting a Monday night happy hour at Second Rodeo Brewing (7–9pm). Samson is running a complimentary shuttle from the Omni Hotel to the Stockyards, and the first 50 through the door get drink tickets.
Samson Equipment
$1,000 on the Bar 💰
Samson Equipment is hosting the “Samson Hold” competition — $1,000 on the line for the longest hold, with separate male and female prizes. Stop by Booths 614–620 to compete or catch the action.
PLAE
PLAE Booth Challenge 🏋️♀️
PLAE is bringing the heat with its 2026 CSCCa Booth Challenge — 2 minutes, 3 movements: bench, pull-ups, and a sled push. Top score takes home $1,000. Stop by the booth and see where you stack up.
