Derek Van Blarcom

BSN SPORTS | Former 7-12 AD & College Strength Coach | CSCS & USAW-1 | Iowa State & SEMO Alumnus | Matthew 19:26

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Leadership is not about a title or a designation. It's about impact, influence, and inspiration.

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IOWA TAKES THE LEAD LATE!

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@JoshPateCFB Kirk Ferentz and Jimmy Rogers

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Not many better humans in S&C then Kurt! Smart, Genuine, Fighter

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"Death is undefeated, but I'll take it to three overtimes. That's strength."

Houston strength coach Kurt Hester was diagnosed with Stage IV melanoma. Six months later, he may have lost his hair, but not his indomitable spirit.

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Barta is the undisputed 🐐 and you won’t find a better teacher or coach in the state of Iowa. Best of luck on the next chapter, Coach!

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4️⃣3️⃣9️⃣ CAREER WINS
7️⃣8️⃣% WIN PERCENTAGE
1️⃣1️⃣ STRAIGHT CIML TITLES
1️⃣0️⃣ STRAIGHT STATE TRIPS 1️⃣2️⃣ TOTAL
7️⃣ STATE TITLE APPEARANCES
5️⃣ STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS
8️⃣0️⃣+ COLLEGE BASEBALL PLAYERS

THANK YOU FOR REPRESENTING THE J! GOOD LUCK BACK HOME COACH!

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Wyatt Hendrickson with the takedown in the 3rd to pull off the upset and defeat Gable Steveson to win the heavyweight title #NCAAWrestling #wrestling

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Champion men on and off the field 🔷⚔️🔶 @kiser_rollin https://t.co/YvqkEH46aN

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A MONUMENTAL upset in the men’s 1500m final as AMERICAN COLE HOCKER takes down the favorites to win GOLD! 🥇 #ParisOlympics

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"If we're going to win at a high level, we have to win off the field at a high level. You have to become a better person."

Awesome answer to @EthWestNWA's question by Director of Strength & Conditioning Ben Sowders.

Pittman says this was the best summer the Hogs have had. #WPS

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Jack Boyz! @DBCoachSmith

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"To become a pro, you must be prepped to be one!!!!"

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#7 ➡️ New Orleans 🫣
#FeelinRowdy x #WHODAT

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Refreshing take on S&C. Consistency and Emotional stability.

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Chargers Executive Director of Player Performance Ben Herbert’s intensity is exactly what we need. His answer to this question about his philosophy is so intense. Already a huge fan. Let’s go!

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"Come here and let's carry on your father's legacy."
- Kevin Dresser

The rest is history.

Carr and his father Nate combined for eight All-American awards and five national titles at Iowa State.

Beautiful.

@Carrchamp

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What you permit, you promote. Don’t watch it happen, coach it,

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Gold Gang verified

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AGTG ✝️

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This is quite possibly the best response I’ve heard to this question ever. Refreshing really. So much breadth and depth here. And plenty to cross-polinate over to when you’re interviewing/hiring staff members.

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@jontificate Like poker, A chip and a chair means you always have a chance. Hawks are there, despite the mediocrity on offense

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Had a great Hero’s game on Friday night at Clarke! Was a tremendous privilege to honor these individuals. Looking forward to homecoming this week! #ONETRIBE

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John Wooden said, “You can’t let praise or criticism get to you. It’s a weakness to get caught up in either one.”

Criticism and praise are distractions if you let them be.

Your focus is what drives results.

Positive and negative events will always happen, but your ability to stay focused is what will determine your future.

Praise and criticism can influence your self-talk, beliefs, and actions.

There is no magic, just the decision on where to focus.

How to Deal with Praise and Criticism:
1. Stay Grounded With Humility
Embrace humility and stay grounded. You are never as good as your best performance and never as bad as your worst performance. Recognize that your worth is not defined by others' opinions.

2. Stay True To Yourself
Set your standard for performance and live to that standard. Be true to yourself and your values. Use praise as motivation and criticism as opportunities for growth while not losing sight of your purpose and goals.

3. Remember Your "Why"
Let your deeper motivations guide your actions and decisions. Praise and criticism don't define you as a person. When you know what you stand for then everything else becomes a distraction and noise.

4. Eliminate Distractions
Stay focused on what matters and who matters in your life. Everyone will always give you an opinion, but that doesn't mean it aligns with your goals. Create a supportive environment for your growth by managing the people and content you consume.

5. Use A Growth-Mindset
View all feedback as a chance to learn and improve. If it's praise, build on it. If it's criticism then address it constructively and see how you can improve. When you have an open mind then you realize that growth never stops.

6. Take Time To Reflect
Take time to reflect on the feedback received. Evaluate its relevance and think about the intent behind the feedback. Make sure that you reflect and take action based on how it aligns with your personal standards and aspirations.

7. Do It For Yourself, Not The Praise
External validation will always come and go. Avoid seeking it as your main source of confidence. Confidence starts from within so rely on your own sense of accomplishment and growth for self-assurance.

"A creative life cannot be sustained by approval any more than it can be destroyed by criticism." - Will Self

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Super excited to announce that I’ve started my new career as the Activities & Athletics Director at Clarke Community schools! Amber and are so excited to be back in Iowa. Fired up to start making a difference in Osceola!

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