Ep. 050 - Zack Esposito
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Episode 50 of the Athletor Podcast features an insightful conversation with Zack Esposito, whose impressive credentials include being a USA Wrestling Freestyle Developmental Coach and a former NCAA National Champion with three All-American titles. As a coach, Esposito has been instrumental in guiding wrestlers to a remarkable ten NCAA titles. In this episode, Zack delves into his ongoing journey of learning and growth, both in and out of the wrestling world. The discussion explores Zack's transition to his new role at USA Wrestling and his perspectives on the evolving landscape of the sport. He offers his insights on why children of successful wrestlers are increasingly finding success, attributing this phenomenon to a combination of factors including the RTC model and learning through osmosis. Zack also shares his thoughts on making wrestling a profitable venture and the impact of mentorship and environment on a wrestler's development. Additionally, he reveals who has impressed him the most in his coaching journey, shedding light on the qualities that make a wrestler stand out. This episode is a deep dive into the mind of a wrestling savant, exploring the nuances of coaching, learning, and the future of wrestling in the USA.
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