Zack Esposito, Oklahoma St. Wrestling Coach, keeping it fun long-term, developing your style, teaching kids, creativity and faith

About this episode

Zack Esposito discusses his wrestling journey and coaching philosophy.

In this wide ranging interview/ conversation Zack Esposito and I talk about his wrestling journey from starting as a youth in NJ and at Blair academy, to being a standout competitor, NCAA DI champion, and on to his coaching career....

People in this episode

Guest: Zack Esposito

Topics covered

• wrestling
• coaching
• youth sports
• creativity
• faith

Keywords

• wrestling
• coaching
• NCAA champion
• youth development
• creativity
• faith

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Oklahoma St. Wrestling

Places: NJ, Blair academy

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