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"Coach Paul Domenech: Elevating Wingate Cross Country to National Glory" In this episode, Jim and Rich sit down with Coach Pol Domenech, the Head Cross Country Coach at Wingate University,...
show moreIn this episode, Jim and Rich sit down with Coach Pol Domenech, the Head Cross Country Coach at Wingate University, who has played a pivotal role in transforming the program into a national powerhouse. Tune in as Coach Domenech shares his journey from Spain to the United States, his coaching philosophy, and the strategies behind Wingate's remarkable success.
Highlights:
- Introduction: Coach Domenech's background and achievements, including leading Wingate to national and regional championships.
- Coaching Journey: How Coach Domenech came to the U.S., his early days at Mount Olive, and his path to Wingate.
- Recruitment and Culture: Insights into recruiting international athletes and building a winning culture at Wingate.
- Training Philosophy: The importance of double threshold training, strength training, and the benefits of training in a humid environment.
- Team Success: Key factors behind Wingate's rise to prominence and the success of both the men's and women's teams.
- Personal Insights: Coach Domenech's personal routines, his love for espresso and dark chocolate, and his thoughts on continuous improvement in coaching.
- Final Thoughts: Looking ahead to the upcoming championships and the future of Wingate's cross country program.
- "The fastest doesn't always win, but the strongest wins."
- "It's not about how much funding you get or if your gear is Nike or Adidas. It's about the people and the culture you build."
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