Episode 3: Hamline University Head Gymnastics Coach Doug Byrnes
In Episode 3 Casey chats with Doug Byrnes, head acrobatics and tumbling coach at Hamline University. Listen below or on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast player.
Doug Byrnes
- Entering his 26th year as head gymnastics coach at Hamline University (2024-25 season).
- Coach Byrnes is a three-time WIAC Gymnastics Coach of the Year recipient.
- Coach Byrnes (in his previous life!) was a civil engineer!
Key Takeaways
In this episode, you’ll hear Coach Byrnes talk about:
- How the Division III recruiting timeline differs a bit from other divisions.
- How there are always exceptions to the recruiting timeline.
- How he likes both YouTube and Instagram to view athlete highlights.
- Why he says he only “actively recruits Level 10s”…but how there are always exceptions to this!
- The general practice schedule and how each practice is structured.
- Why self-efficacy/self-confidence, composure, self-motivation, and being adaptable are some of the most important skills a gymnast can have…on and off the mat.
Helpful Links
Hamline University Gymnastics: https://hamlineathletics.com/sports/womens-gymnastics
Hamline Gymnastics Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hugymnastics/
Luan Peszek (Jill Hicks Consulting/Recruiting): https://www.instagram.com/luanpeszek.jhconsulting/
We’d love to hear from you! Email us: discovercollegegymnastics@gmail.com
Transcript
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