Breaking the Mold: A Wrestling Mindset Revolution with Garfield Gairy
12/21/24 • 25 min
In this hard-hitting and thought-provoking episode, Coach Geris continues his deep dive into the heart of competitive wrestling with special guest Garfield Gairy, a seasoned coach and advocate for change in the sport. Together, they tackle the mindset gap in Canadian wrestling, contrasting the aggressive, grind-it-out American style with the participation-focused approach often seen in Canada.
Garfield shares his candid insights on:
- Why mindset is the key to competing on the world stage.
- The lessons Canada must learn from American wrestling to remain competitive.
- The overlooked value of NCAA programs and grassroots efforts in athlete development.
- The crucial role of funding and how coaches can better advocate for their programs.
- The need to embrace duel meets and a spectator-friendly approach to revitalize interest in wrestling.
This episode is a must-listen for athletes, coaches, and anyone passionate about advancing the sport of wrestling. Are you ready to shift your perspective and be part of the change?
🔥 Download and listen now on your favorite podcast platform! Don't miss this insightful conversation that could shape the future of Canadian wrestling.
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In this hard-hitting and thought-provoking episode, Coach Geris continues his deep dive into the heart of competitive wrestling with special guest Garfield Gairy, a seasoned coach and advocate for change in the sport. Together, they tackle the mindset gap in Canadian wrestling, contrasting the aggressive, grind-it-out American style with the participation-focused approach often seen in Canada.
Garfield shares his candid insights on:
- Why mindset is the key to competing on the world stage.
- The lessons Canada must learn from American wrestling to remain competitive.
- The overlooked value of NCAA programs and grassroots efforts in athlete development.
- The crucial role of funding and how coaches can better advocate for their programs.
- The need to embrace duel meets and a spectator-friendly approach to revitalize interest in wrestling.
This episode is a must-listen for athletes, coaches, and anyone passionate about advancing the sport of wrestling. Are you ready to shift your perspective and be part of the change?
🔥 Download and listen now on your favorite podcast platform! Don't miss this insightful conversation that could shape the future of Canadian wrestling.
4o
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