Performance Matters Podcast

M & M are back for episode 11 and boy are they excited for the off-season of SUMMER!

The fellas discuss the purpose of training through an off-season and how to make the most out of the most flexible time of the year. Whether it's the methods themselves or the attitudes of high performing athletes, there is a synergy to being successful this summer.

Tune in on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or YouTube!

Wow, we're on episode 10! Today's guest is Jevon Balfour, former National Champion is Freestyle wrestling and now Assistant Coach at McMaster University.

Jevon chops up his journey into the sport and his transition into the coaching realm. He dives into his experience building an elite environment for his athletes; drawing on his own previous experiences competing in one of the top programs in the country to help shape excellence.

You can follow Jevon on Instagram @jevonbal4 or follow @mcmasterwrestling to learn more about their program!

On this week's episode, we're joined by Registered Massage Therapist Tyler Pearce!

Tyler dives into his journey of becoming a coach before switching gears to become a registered massage therapist. He provides insight into the profession as well as his own practice for helping athletes (and overall awesome humans) stay in the game and doing the things that matter to them!

You can learn more about Tyler by visiting his Instagram page @tylerpearcetherapy

On our 8th episode of the PMP, we chop it up with Dale Melnick, the founder of 6-Pack Recruiting!

Dale dives into her volleyball career as both an athlete and Team Canada Coach and relates it to her start in helping athletes streamline their recruitment process. She provides tremendous insight into a typical journey for a young athlete AND what coaches really look for when attempting to fill their roster.

You can learn more about Dale and 6-Pack Recruiting on Instagram at @6packrecruitingsports

We're pumped to have Coach Victor Raso join us on the PMP! Coach Raso is the GM and Head Coach of The Niagara River Lions and the Director of Basketball at Ridley College.

Tune in as we listen to Coach Raso's perspective on building an elite culture. From his own experience as an elite basketball player, Coach Raso breaks down what he prioritizes with his players and how he helps shape them to be turnkey ready for optimal performance on the court.

Follow Coach Raso at @coachvic_niagara to learn more!

On this episode of the PMP, we're joined by Brock University Men's Volleyball Assistant Coach Jenn Kelly!

Jenn dives into creating a culture at both the club and university level, what matters to her in creating a successful team and life beyond volleyball! Jenn also coaches multiple age groups for the Niagara Rapids Volleyball Club.

Follow Coach Jenn on Instagram @j2k_27 to learn more!

And we're back with Episode 5!

Who better to have as our first guest than longtime IPC Member and friend Anthony Federico?

Join us this week as Anthony discusses being more than just an 80%er, facing and overcoming adversity in his own path to the pros, how football translates to life, and more!

M & M are back for Episode 4!

In this episode, the fellas dive into the essential aspects of briefing and debriefing teams, particularly in the context of coaching and managing athletes. They explore the best practices for setting clear expectations and communicating effectively before and after lifts and competitions, as well as navigating tough conversations with athletes. This includes addressing performance issues, offering constructive feedback, and more!

Tune in for expert insights on building trust, fostering growth, and creating an environment where athletes can thrive—no matter the challenges. Perfect for coaches, team leaders, and anyone invested in athlete development.

M & M are back with episode 3 where they discuss optimal training dosage, the importance of capability and how to better collaborate with fellow support staff!

We're BACK with episode two of the Performance Matters Podcast! This week, Coach Matrixx and Coach Aidan sit down to discuss career paths, current projects, and more!