Dennis Janzen

Motivation Mistakes: Pitfalls of Using Fear and Punishment as a Coaching Method Unleashing the full potential of your athletes involves more than just rigorous training regimens and skill-building exercises; it requires a deep understanding of motivation and psychological development. Fear and punishment are often used as training methods for a variety of reasons.  Looking more

Words That Win: How the Pregame Coaching Talk Can Build Champions The pregame coach’s talk in the locker room is a pivotal moment where strategies are shared, motivation is sharpened, and team unity is fortified. As athletes gather, coaches’ step forward delivering words that can set the tone for resilience and victory. This nearly sacred

Performing Under Pressure: The Transformative Influence of a ‘Next Play’ Coaching Emphasis Being able to mentally reset for the next play is an extremely important skill for athletes. It’s at the heart of resilience. Coaches play a pivotal role in how effective an athlete’s “Next Play” mental reset skills are, especially after the athlete makes

The Winning Edge: 10 Ways Pre-Skill Mental Routines Can Transform an Athlete’s Game Having a strong pre-skill mental routine is essential for athletes. Strong pre-skill mental routines will significantly impact their immediate performance and will make a lot of difference between victory and defeat. While physical prowess, strategic training, and technical skills are undoubtedly crucial,

Data-Driven Victory: When Old School Wisdom Meets New Age Coaching Tools Successful coaching is still a blend of art and science. High performance is still driven by trust, relationships and program culture. Embracing data analytics and technology can clearly offer numerous benefits to high school coaches by strengthening their coaching strategies and overall team performance.