About this episode

Shepard Vargo interviews Demetris Pringle about his journey in combat sports and the significance of mastering fundamental skills.

Shepard Vargo speaks to Demetris Pringle, director of programs and membership at the Reggie Lewis Track and Athletic Center and jiu jitsu coach at Level Ground MMA. Demetris shares how he got involved in combat sports, and discusses the importance of building your fundamental skills as you progress in a sport.

People in this episode

Host: Shepard Vargo

Guest: Demetris Pringle

Topics covered

• coaching
• mentoring
• combat sports
• fundamental skills
• athletics

Keywords

• coaching
• mentoring
• jiu jitsu
• athletics
• fundamental skills

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Reggie Lewis Track and Athletic Center, Level Ground MMA

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