education
Crafting Success Through “The Four S System”
Read at your own risk In the realm of competitive swimming—and arguably, life itself—the concept of a “system” is often touted as the bedrock of success. Systems orchestrate organizations,...
What is Dryland???
Read at your own risk Dryland training, as conceptualized by Coach Gambetta, transcends mere additional workload for swimmers; it’s a nuanced, integral component of a swimmer’s training re...
Culture
Read at your own risk Culture, in its broadest sense, encapsulates the collective way of life, encompassing the behaviors, beliefs, values, and practices shared within a community. When we zoom into t...
Musings
Read at your own risk This collection of notes and musings, transcribed over the last year, represents a tapestry of thoughts, reflections, and principles—some personal and others inspired by various ...
Reflecting on My Coaching Philosophy: The Essence of Youth Sports and Beyond
Read at your own risk Recently, I was prompted to distill my coaching philosophy into a few succinct thoughts. What emerged is a reflection on the profound impact of youth sports, the intricacies of l...
Beyond the Titles: The Reality of High-Performance Teams in Sports
Read at your own risk In the world of sports, especially swimming, we often encounter teams labeled with grand titles such as High Performance, National Team, or Elite groups. These names carry a cert...
Embracing the Struggle for Growth
Read at your own risk “This is a culture of hard work, struggle, encouragement, and change…” This profound tagline, crafted by athletes, has resonated with me for over a decade, shaping th...
Just Good Coaching Maybe??
Read at your own risk Navigating the Intersection of Coaching and the Biopsychosocial Model: A Revolutionary Approach or Just Good Coaching? In 1977, George L. Engel and Jon Romano from the University...