In episode 44, Dean and the Old School Strength Coach sit down with MMA fighter Gerald Meerschaert. Gerald is from Racine Wisconsin and has been in over 40 fights. 

Topics

1 Gerald discusses the importance of having a performance coach on his team

2 He talks about the importance of discipline within his training

3 We discuss letting kids learn on their own vs being a helicopter parent at the young ages and the value of facing adversity

4 Gerald talks about the incredible group of coaches and his team and the impact the have made on him

We also share some of our speaking dates and clinics we are speaking at!

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Gerald Meerschaert

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This SHARPENING YOUR EDGE version of our podcast focuses on topics from Laura Phelps and Frankie Wurtz and their messages.

Topics Covered

1- The importance of building a routine

2- The basics of the Conjugate Method and common mistakes

3- Transferring to a new school and how to build relationships

4- Coaching your own kids and communication tips

We also share some of our speaking dates and clinics we are speaking at!

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In Episode 42 Brian and Dean chat with professional basketball player Frankie Wurtz

Topics Covered

1- Frankie discusses growing up in a BASKETBALL family

2- We talk about playing up and against tougher competition

3- Frankie discusses overcoming and dealing with injuries 

4- Frankie shares the differences in high school to college and college to pro and how FAST you need to adjust

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FRANKIE WURTZ CONTACT

Twitter- @Frankie_Wurtz

Instagram-@francescawurtz3

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Todays episode we chat with one the strongest women walking the planet Laura Phelps. Laura is a multiple world record holder and has revolutionized strength training for many years. She lifted at and with Westside barbell and shares her insight on this podcast!

Topics Covered

1- Laura Talks about her journey INTO powerlifting

2- We discuss training at Westside Barbell and her relationship with Louis Simmons

3- Laura gives great insight on the conjugate method, basic emphasis and some common mistakes.

4- She discusses Queen Bee Power / her one day training seminars and how female athletes need strength training!

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Laura Phelps Contact

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This SHARPENING YOUR EDGE version of our podcast focuses on topics from Collin Wilder and Lauren Barnes and their messages.

Topics Covered

1- As an athlete knowing your strengths and weaknesses

2- Building relationships in the locker room with all teammates

3-Why the best programs have the most competitive practices

4- Understanding coaching with confidence for your athletes

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Lauren Barnes the libero and All American for the 2021 National Champion Wisconsin Badger Volleyball joins our show today. Lauren is a fierce competitor who plays with unmatched energy and emotion. Coming off their semi final win vs undefeated Louisville and finals win vs Nebraska, Lauren shares some incredible information on what it was like to win a championship at Wisconsin!

Topics Covered

1- Lauren talks about how competitive practices are at UW

2- We spend some time talking about coach Sheffields coaching style and how perfect it is in big time moments

3- Wins vs Louisville and the Huskers

4- We also discuss how exciting of a time this is for women sports and volleyball in particular

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LAUREN BARNES CONTACT

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In Episode 38 Brian and Dean chat with Wisconsin Badger safety Collin Wilder founder of "The GRIT FACTORY"

Topics Covered

1- We discuss playing high school football in Katy Texas

2- Collin discusses how the passing of a former teammate has taught him to appreciate every moment.

3- Collin shares his relationship with Badger defensive coordinator Jim Leonhard

4- We learn about THE GRIT FACTORY

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COLLIN WILDER CONTACT

Instagram-@collin_wilder

Twitter- @WilderCollin

Grit Factory hat Twitter-@TheGritFactory

Information on Grit Factory gear can be found on the Twitter site!

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This sharpening the edge version of our podcast focuses on Matt Gifford and Travis Diener and their messages.

First and foremost Brian and Dean want to congratulate to all our fall coaches and the championships they won. Coaches you are difference makers in kids lives!

Topics Covered

1- What college coaches are looking for

2- Changing and accepting your role as an athlete

3- The effect youth coaches have long term on athletes

4- Becoming curious as an athlete and coach

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In Episode 36 Brian and Dean chat with Ethic Sports Performance Director Matt Gifford

Topics Covered

1- We discuss Matts incredible experience as an athlete

2- Matt shares when and how he decided to be a performance coach

3- Listeners get an inside look at what training with Matt at Ethic is like and what they can expect

4- Matt share great tips for coaches and athletes to get a COMPETITIVE ADVANTEDGE!

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MATT GIFFORD CONTACT

EMAIL- [email protected]

Twitter- @GiffUsStrength

Instagram-@coachgiff

#speedmafia

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In this episode Brian and Dean chat with former Marquette basketball standout Travis Diener 

Topics Covered

1- Developing mental toughness at an early age

2- Levels of basketball he enjoyed the most

3-How the game has changed at various levels

4- Travis shares his current coaching and training business opportunities for athletes

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LAURA PHELPS SEMINAR ANNOUNCED AT SPORTS ADVANTEDGE WAUNAKEE DECEMBER 4

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Travis Diener Contact

Twitter- @DienerTravis

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