In this episode of The Better Athletes Podcast, host Coach Jordan Bledsoe engaged in a conversation that could easily take place on the sidelines of a lacrosse field, anywhere along the east coast, on any given weekend. Deemer Class, the owner & operator of First Class Lacrosse & its numerous remarkable sub-brands, shared their insight on various topics, including coaching philosophy, the complexity of multi-sport vs early specialization, the influence of play-up culture, & the importance of cultivating a giving mentality to build a strong brand. Additionally, they discussed the experiences that have shaped their career in sports. This episode is an invaluable resource for lacrosse players, parents, & young coaches seeking to navigate the competitive lacrosse landscape and achieve their goals.

Email: deemer@1stclasslax.com

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In this episode of The Better Athletes Podcast, host Coach Jordan Bledsoe sits down with Coach Andrew Pyke to explore the mindset, methods, & strategies that help athletes reach their peak performance. From training philosophies, what the ASCA is doing to prep for the 2032 Olympics, to some buy-in tactics that crushed in the weight room but flopped in the adjacent neighborhood - Coach Pyke shares insights that every athlete, parent, & strength coach - whether amateur or elite - can apply to their athletic journey.

Email: Andrewpyke_sc@hotmail.com

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In this episode, we're joined by Jordan Bledsoe, owner & director of performance at Velocity Sports Performance.

Jordan breaks down the PAR Model - "Pyramid of Advantage & Reality" - a powerful model for navigating youth sports - & shares insights on everything from pressure and entitlement to physical prep and personal growth.

Lets dive in!