“Confidence is about bringing your best work ethic, being in the best shape and having a good attitude.”
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In episode #264, we had the honour of being joined by Gardiner MacDougall, live and in person at TCS Live 2024.
MacDougall presented on "Creating the WOW Factor from Your First Team Meeting" and also stopped by our Overtime event at the Circ Bar in downtown Ann Arbor.
MacDougall is coming off an unprecedented three year run, which saw him capture back to back USports National Championships with the UNB Varsity Reds, the second of which included an undefeated 43-0 season, a Gold Medal leading Canada at the U18 Championships, a Gold Medal at the FISU World University Games and a Memorial Cup Championship with the Saint John Sea Dogs.
After 24 seasons leading the University of New Brunswick, which included nine National Championships, Gardiner is moving on to coach the QMJHL’s Moncton Wildcats. He'll be working alongside his son Taylor, who will be the club’s General Manager.
Listen as he shares why losing can be necessary for overall team success, how to build a players confidence, and why simplicity is key to an effective practice plan.
AUDIO TIMESTAMPS:
- 5:50 Recapping his past three years
- 8:00 Influence of routine
- 10:20 Dealing with losses
- 14:50 Always bringing postive energy
- 19:00 Getting players focused for a big game
- 22:30 Philosphy for practice
- 29:10 Introdcuing competition to practice
- 30:45 Working with Andy O'Brien
- 34:15 Motivating players
- 39:50 Growing up in Bedeque
- 43:30 Carving your career path
