About Our Podcast
From Valet Stand to Podcast Booth:
The On and Off da Field Story
This podcast is more than just sports talk. It's about the battles we face on and off
the field. It's about finding your purpose, your faith, and the strength to keep going.
It all started on the valet drive of the Riverview Plaza Hotel in Mobile, AL, 14 years ago.
Here's me, Lance Boston, driving cars for a local limo company, and there's Coach Rick Hesley, keeping the building next door running smoothly.
Through casual chit-chat, I discovered Coach Rick was also a Pastor. Turns out, his sermons
were so powerful, I joined his church – you might even hear a snippet about that in
Episode 3's "Yoda Moment."
Life took a brutal turn in 2016 when I lost my daughter, Mary. Coach Rick, true to his calling,
delivered her eulogy. It was a rough time, but our conversations – sometimes funny, sometimes deeply inspiring – became a lifeline for me.
One day, it hit us: "People NEED to hear this!" These talks were adding value to our lives, why
not share them with the world? A month later, "On and Off da Field" was born, kicking things off
with Episode 1: Memphis, The Marcus Thomas Story.
This podcast is a journey through our lives, our families, a gumbo pot of sports, faith, laughter,
and the lessons learned along the way. We talk mistakes, temptations, travel, relationships,
nutrition & exercise, sports and we even interview some fascinating guests for good measure.
Rest assured, On and Off da Field is more than just a podcast – It’s a podcast with a purpose.
Satisfy God and add value to someone’s day.
So, come laugh, learn and be inspired!
Our Hosts
On and Off da Field is brought to you by these awesome coaches:
Host
Coach Lance Boston
Son of NFL legend McKinley Boston
and a former three-sport athlete
who earned a football scholarship to the University of Maine.
I've worked with the Minnesota Twins,
Tulane University Athletics,
and the Sun Belt Conference,
while coaching
championship-winning youth teams
and mentoring young athletes.
An entrepreneur, lifelong Steelers fan, and proud New Jerseyan,
I'm inspired every day
by the memory of
my late daughter, Mary Alexis.
When I'm not coaching
or building new ventures,
you'll find me playing chess,
teaching beginners, or cooking.
Host
Coach Rick Hesley
AKA
Mr. You. Betta. Live.
Coach Hesley isn't your average preacher.
This Mobile, AL native and
LeFlore alumnus brings a unique blend of experience to the table.
As a former Navy man,
Rick understands discipline and resilience.
As a Pastor and Life Coach,
he guides others with a blend of spiritual
wisdom and practical know-how.
Think of Coach Rick as your own personal spiritual and soulful Yoda,
who’s message is simple yet powerful:
You. Betta. Live.
It's a call to action,
urging you to embrace
your full potential
and live your best life.
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