#011 – Behind the Veil of Professional Sports: Insights from an Assistant Coach
Welcome to another episode of Speaking to Stacy. This was a fascinating episode for me. Getting a look behind the veil of professional sports from an assistant coach’s perspective was intriguing. My guest shares how to be successful in professional sports.
My Guest:
Welcome to another episode of Speaking to Stacy. In this episode, we take a closer look at the world of professional sports from the perspective of an assistant coach. My guest, CJ De Wet, holds a master’s degree in Strength and Conditioning from Springfield College, and he was both the Technical Analyst and Assistant Coach at the now-defunct Austin Gilgronis (formerly known as the Austin Elite). He is also on the Board of Directors at the Austin Huns Rugby Club.
During our conversation, CJ shares his journey in sports and his current work. He provides valuable insights on how to help players transition from amateur sports into the professional arena, a physically and mentally demanding leap for many athletes.
Key Takeaways for the listeners:
Having spent time playing rugby from a young age, and being involved in the game from the coaching side makes CJ uniquely positioned to share his insights into what it takes to develop into a successful sportsperson. Below are the three key takeaways that I think will benefit prospective and current athletes.
- Understanding the realities of professional sports is crucial.
- Player buy-in is essential, and it can be achieved through various means.
- What happens when your passion or hobby becomes your job?
Conclusion:
I hope that our conversation provides you with fresh perspectives that can add value to your life, regardless of your profession or calling.
If you liked this episode I suggest you also listen to the chats I had with former professional rugby players Nic Köster, Nic Groom and Kyle Brown.
