When it comes to my coaching philosophy. I am a big believer in the idea of how one's body feels, and what is going through one's mind before and after each race. Helping with ideas, race strategy and mental positivity is one of my biggest focus points as a coach.
When getting to the heart of the season in regards to racing, meets and practice there is no other place I would rather be than on the pool deck. Being able to coach everyday, talking to the team and getting to know them/what they want to work on throughout the practice, week or even the season really helps me focus on what should be prioritized when writing for practice groups. I have had the great fortune to work with wonderful athletes, and they are a huge reason why I love coaching. Being able to connect with them and just help when they are on and off the pool deck really helps make that connection stronger, and also helps build trust between myself and the team
Worked as the Age Group assistant coach to help build the programs senior/national level program
Drill and technique work daily with the younger swimmers to help build better knowledge of the strokes
Training with all groups ranging from the novice to national on a daily basis to help build fundamentals
Set goals for swimmers, keeping them focused on day to day workouts
Maintained focus on stroke work and overall progression through the season for all swimmers
Coached Individual training groups throughout the season (400 IM, 100/200 Back, 200 Stroke etc.)
Technique/Drill work as well as Speed work for our sprint group
Worked on year round recruiting for upcoming classes
Helped with on campus recruiting tours and meetings, attending meets and meeting families
Used Front Rush, Slate, NCSA, Collegeswimming for daily recruiting/seasonal recruiting
Managed equipment through the season (bags, warmups, workout clothing, towels, etc.)
Ran training groups throughout season (Distance/Mid/Stroke) and worked technique/drill work daily
Learned the set up/take down of swim meet equipment: computers, speakers, touch pads, electronics etc.
Learned how to set line-ups and invite lists for the season
Worked with meet manager/TeamUnify for a brief period
Learned how to set line-ups and invite lists for the season
Worked with meet manager/TeamUnify for a brief period
Lead a group 14 athletes to a 3rd place overall standing at state, also two state winners
Coached a team to three undefeated conference championships and section championships
Tracy Menzel - Professional
DePauw’s Head Men’s and Women’s Swimming Coach
317-752-7081
tracymenzel@depauw.edu
Y’relly Guillen- Professional
Former Novice/Senior Group Coach Velocity Swim Club & Head Foss Swim Instructor
yrellygc@gmail.com
952-221-1116
Steve Sullivan - Personal
Cardiovascular Technologist/Allina Health, Abbott Northwestern Hospital
Sully96@hotmail.com
612-306-3081