Discover this podcast and so much more

Podcasts are free to enjoy without a subscription. We also offer ebooks, audiobooks, and so much more for just $11.99/month.

Behind The Scenes & What It Takes to Win At The Final Four with Villanova Strength Coach John Shackleton

Behind The Scenes & What It Takes to Win At The Final Four with Villanova Strength Coach John Shackleton

FromThe Basketball Strong Podcast


Behind The Scenes & What It Takes to Win At The Final Four with Villanova Strength Coach John Shackleton

FromThe Basketball Strong Podcast

ratings:
Length:
23 minutes
Released:
Apr 2, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

When the Villanova Wildcats square off against the Kansas Jayhawks in the 2022 Final Four in front of thousands of fans in the stands and millions watching on TV, all eyes will be on star players Collin Gillespie and Justin Moore and head coach Jay Wright. Yet behind the scenes, there’s a world-class group of professionals getting the players ready to give their best as they chase a national championship. And the role of longtime performance coach John Shackleton is vital. Joining us live from New Orleans just hours before tipoff, John (aka Shack) shares:Why being detail-oriented sets Villanova up for deep runs into the NCAA Tournament every yearWhich workouts are most effective in the week leading up to the Final FourHow the performance staff helps players make solid nutrition and hydration choicesWhat it takes to eliminate Final Four distractions and lock in mentallyWhy getting outdoors in sunlight is crucial to players’ sleep patterns in New OrleansFollow John on Instagram and learn more about his coaching on his website
Released:
Apr 2, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

The Basketball Strong Podcast is not just for basketball junkies, this podcast is for anyone who loves to hear the human stories behind great people!The Basketball Strong Podcast brings experts, legends, and hidden gems of the game to one place to share their stories and insight. By asking the questions that haven’t been asked, we will share the stories behind the game of basketball, including the trials & tribulations, setbacks, wins & losses, and lessons learned by those in and around the game.