Team Over Individual with Billy Smith

Gene Zannetti talks with High Point Head Coach Billy Smith about overcoming nerves through deep breathing and relaxation, why team wrestling prepares athletes for individual success, and keeping fundamentals basic for 50+ years of program success. Timestamps: 0:46 - Struggling with nerves despite confident preparation 3:53 - The moment deep breathing beat the nerves 5:13 - Kids need structure and guidance with checklists 6:28 - Overthinking as a cerebral wrestler 10:17 - Love winning but more than just a competitor 14:00 - Team goals prepare you for individual goals 18:01 - Being part of something bigger than yourself 22:15 - Managing personalities harder than coaching technique 🎯 This episode is sponsored by: 🥗 Eat Clean Bro – eatcleanbro.com Use code MINDSET for 15% off your order 💪 Champion Athletes Sports Nutrition – champion-athletes.com Use code MINDSET25 for a special discount Please LIKE and

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Team Over Individual with Billy Smith is an episode from Wrestling Mindset by Jeffrey Zannetti.

This episode is 28:54 long.

This episode was published on Nov 20, 2025.

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