The Class Athlete

It's hard to beat a team that never quits - Interviewing DJ Ward from the Class Athlete

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Summary
In this episode of the Class of the Week podcast, co-host Patrick Sirmeyer interviews DJ Ward, a coach in the Class Athlete League. DJ shares his background as a firefighter and his passion for coaching kids. He discusses his coaching philosophy, the importance of honesty and accountability, and the impact he has seen on his players. DJ also talks about the characteristics he looks for in young athletes and the role of parents in their development. The conversation concludes with a trivia question about the longest field goal kick in NFL history.
 
Keywords
 
Class Athlete League, coaching philosophy, honesty, accountability, player development, parenting, field goal kick, NFL
 
Takeaways
  • Coaches in the Class Athlete League prioritize the development and positive experience of young athletes.
  • Honesty and accountability are important aspects of coaching, and players appreciate coaches who treat them like athletes rather than princesses.
  • Younger siblings often show more resilience and grit in sports, which can contribute to their success.
  • The impact of a coach can extend beyond the field, helping to build better humans and leaders.
  • The longest field goal kick in NFL history was made by Justin Tucker of the Baltimore Ravens, with a length of 66 yards.
    • Titles
    • Trivia: The Longest Field Goal Kick in NFL History
  • Building Better Humans and Leaders Through Coaching
    • Sound Bites
    • "I just love coaching kids. I love seeing them as they grow up."
  • "It's hard to beat a team that never quits."
  • "Cherish the time you have with people, because it's limited."
    • Chapters
    00:00Introduction and Background
    05:27Identifying Future College Players
    10:36The Role of Parents in Sports
    15:51Coaching Experience in Other Leagues
    ...more
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    The Class AthleteBy Patrick Sirmeyer