Athletic Development – Defining the Field
Mach Sprint Drills – A Personal & Historical Perspective
I am going to lend a bit of a historical perspective on the Mach sprint drills. I must emphasize that this is my perspective and opinion based on discussion, observation as well as my coaching experie...
I Don’t Know
What is wrong with admitting you don't know something? I am put off by people who have all the answers. I have all the questions. I am always looking for answers. I have found through my experienc...
Characteristics of a Successful Program
These are some characteristics I have observed over the years that make up the winning programs and individuals I have seen. It is real pretty simple, but the lesser programs, the perennial also ran’s...
Kids Being Kids
Let get back to letting kids be kids, instead of making them into miniature adults and forcing them into sports and drills that are inappropriate and unnecessary. Turn them onto play, just old-fashion...
Catching Up & Catching My Breath
I left home on September 23 to do a seminar in Seattle and then go onto Australia. Since then it feels like I have been traveling nonstop. I certainly have accrued some significant frequent flier mile...
IFAC – Catching Up
I just returned late last night form a wonderful educational. motivational and uplifting four days in Glasgow Scotland at the IFAC (International Festival of Athletics Coaching http://tinyurl.c...
Learning and Professional Development
Yesterday I saw a resume’ where the person listed eight certifications beyond their maters degree. One of the certifications required four levels! This person could not have been over thirty years of ...
Announcing GAIN V Apprentorship June 12 to 17, 2012
It seems like just yesterday that we had our first GAIN Apprentorship now we are getting ready for the fifth. The program keeps growing and improving. GAIN is a network of professionals that are inter...
You Can’t Go Home Again
They say you can’t go home again, but every time I come back to California I know I am home. I love California. Every time I come to visit I wonder why I ever left. Had a great day yesterday. Started ...