Testimonials
“Dave has become a part of our family! He did mental performance coaching for our son last year and now does the same for our daughter. The language we’ve learned from Dave has become part of our every day vernacular.
Our son, Drew, with Dave’s guidance, overcame some tough injuries and surgeries en route to an all-state designation in shot-put and discus. Now, in college, serving in various leadership roles as a student, Drew employs the lessons learned from Dave all the time. The mental performance process has been huge for Drew’s personal development and confidence.
Our daughter, Molly, is in 9th grade. Before she even had her first track meet, she met with Dave and began the mental performance journey. She’s a pole vaulter. And, she has already discovered a wonderful balance between competitive fire and absolute peace in the journey. She’s not stressed. She’s having fun! And, she’s finding success. She doesn’t beat herself up when she fails… and she’s not finding her self-worth in her successes. She knows, absolutely, who she is (regardless of performance) and Dave has given her the tools to live there. Interestingly, with the pressures of performance removed, she’s already competing at a high level in her first season of competition (top 2 in the state). I believe Molly has been able to unlock new goals and improved performances because she established a solid mental foundation before her first PR.
Bottom line: Dave meets my kids exactly where they are, cares for them as they are, sees the gold, unlocks potential, customizes an intentional plan and encourages them into their best in a loving way. It’s truly fascinating. Also, he has been equally as successful with my son as with my daughter. He raised two beautiful, confident daughters and speaks life into young women and young men with the same effectiveness.
I recommend Dave to all of my friends who’re raising kids in athletics. If the young person shows some work ethic and seeks to be their best, Dave can help unlock potential that they didn’t even know was there. As a parent, I could not recommend Dave and his process more highly.”
Dr. Ben Daniel
Our son, Drew, with Dave’s guidance, overcame some tough injuries and surgeries en route to an all-state designation in shot-put and discus. Now, in college, serving in various leadership roles as a student, Drew employs the lessons learned from Dave all the time. The mental performance process has been huge for Drew’s personal development and confidence.
Our daughter, Molly, is in 9th grade. Before she even had her first track meet, she met with Dave and began the mental performance journey. She’s a pole vaulter. And, she has already discovered a wonderful balance between competitive fire and absolute peace in the journey. She’s not stressed. She’s having fun! And, she’s finding success. She doesn’t beat herself up when she fails… and she’s not finding her self-worth in her successes. She knows, absolutely, who she is (regardless of performance) and Dave has given her the tools to live there. Interestingly, with the pressures of performance removed, she’s already competing at a high level in her first season of competition (top 2 in the state). I believe Molly has been able to unlock new goals and improved performances because she established a solid mental foundation before her first PR.
Bottom line: Dave meets my kids exactly where they are, cares for them as they are, sees the gold, unlocks potential, customizes an intentional plan and encourages them into their best in a loving way. It’s truly fascinating. Also, he has been equally as successful with my son as with my daughter. He raised two beautiful, confident daughters and speaks life into young women and young men with the same effectiveness.
I recommend Dave to all of my friends who’re raising kids in athletics. If the young person shows some work ethic and seeks to be their best, Dave can help unlock potential that they didn’t even know was there. As a parent, I could not recommend Dave and his process more highly.”
Dr. Ben Daniel
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“Through Coach Dave’s mental performance training, my mental approach to sports and everyday life underwent a complete transformation for the better. I went from competing with anxiety and timidity to crushing my goals and becoming radically confident and successful once my mental game was sharpened. Coach Dave provided me with actionable tools tailored to my needs, including controlled breathing, building my presence (“10ft Tall and Bulletproof”), three keys to keep it simple, mental imagery (shadow throwing), neutral thinking, and so much more. These are techniques that not only amplified my performance in sports, but I also use them in everyday life. If you want to take that next step to be the best you can be, Coach Dave is the person you need to call!
Drew Daniel
2025 High School Graduate
All State Discus and Shot Put Thrower
Current Student at Samford University
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"Coach Dave’s mental performance training and overall mentorship was instrumental in my journey of becoming a US Army Ranger. Both Ranger School and the Ranger Assessment and Selection Program(RASP) are among the most physically and mentally demanding courses in the military. Coach Dave’s mental performance techniques helped me successfully complete both of those courses and perform to a high level in Ranger Battalion. Coach Dave’s performance coaching will make you successful in whatever you choose to do."
David Schroder
2nd Ranger Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment 2020-2024
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"Dave is the best! Using his mental performance techniques has seriously helped me on and off the tennis court. From 6-2-8 breathing to recognize, release, and refocus, he truly has made a difference in my playing. He provided me with the tools to overcome my overthinking and thoughts when I was struggling on the court. Tennis is a very “mental” sport so having these techniques at my disposal is very helpful and great. He is an amazing guy who cares so much about your sport. Dave is the guy you want to help you!"
Clara Hocker
Emporia State (Division II Collegiate) Tennis Player