Owen Dawkins
Head Coach
| Years of Coaching | 20 years |
| Currently Studying, Graduate in and/or and Career Goals |
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| Coaching Philosophy | First I want to say that my coaching philosophy is one that is always evolving, however, I think creating an environment that is relaxed and conducive to learning is important. In addition the athlete needs to be aware of the standards and behaviors that all of the coaches and athletes are prepared to accept to help create the optimal learning environment.
The athlete needs to be given the opportunity to develop his/her skill level in a structured learning environment that constantly challenges the athlete whilst providing both encouragement and support. Each athlete needs to develop their core skills constantly to provide them with a solid base as they progress in their sport. The athlete will benefit when exposed to challenging drills that require effective decision making and precise execution under pressure. The repetitiveness of these varied drills during practice helps develop competency and confidence in the athlete. When dealing with highly motivated and committed athletes the level of individual communication is of most importance, giving your athletes the opportunity to provide input to help deliver the program that is specific to their Needs. I believe if you can set some short term goals in consultation with the athlete, this will provide them with direction and motivation that will help to keep them on task. Finally, the coach needs to demonstrate effective leadership by maintaining the desired standards of behavior within the group that will instill confidence in all athletes knowing that their welfare and development is most critical. |
| Notable Wrestling Accomplishments | Wrestling Accomplishments
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Antigone Oreopoulos
Lead Coach (4-5 year olds)
| Years of Coaching | 5 years in trampoline, gymnastics, diving and swimming |
| Currently Studying, Graduate in and/or and Career Goals | Data scientist at a public health informatics company |
| Coaching Philosophy | I’d have to say that coaching sport to children is what provides the most inspiration and meaning to my life. I try to help build the self-esteem of the kids I coach. I do that the same way any informed parent would do – by accepting the child for who he or she is. That is the baseline, and from there I build on their unique strengths and work to support the areas that are not as strong.
Participation in sport as a child provides an opportunity to help create a positive, confident self-image (and it is these kids with a strong, positive self-image who go on to achieve great things both in and outside the gym). I believe that a person will seldom, if ever, outperform his or her self-image. Therefore, helping to shape a child’s view of themselves is an enormous privilege and responsibility of a coach. I also try to teach my athletes that failures are a normal part of the road to success and not something to be feared or avoided, that winning is not the reason to participate, to have fun with the experience and to build supportive friendships with their teammates. |
| Notable Wrestling Accomplishments | Canada West Champion 1999 Silver at Alberta Open 1999 |
Haley Heffel
Lead Coach (6-8 year olds)
| Years of Coaching | 4 years |
| Currently Studying, Graduate in and/or and Career Goals | Bachelor of Kinesiology |
| Coaching Philosophy | Fundamentals are key to success! Without a foundation, you can’t build the temple. |
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Amar Dhother
Lead Coach (9-12 year olds)
| Years of Coaching | 5 years |
| Currently Studying, Graduate in and/or and Career Goals | Owns and operates a spray foam insulation business |
| Coaching Philosophy | I began my wrestling career back in 2007 after my dad pushed me into training at the Rebels Wrestling Club in Calgary, Alberta. As a coach, my goal is to push my athletes to be the best version of themselves while still keeping the love for the sport real and fun. |
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Melvin Arciaga
Lead Coach (9-12 year olds)
| Years of Coaching | 5 years |
| Currently Studying, Graduate in and/or and Career Goals | Currently in my last year of Bachelor of Kinesiology majoring in Sport Performance |
| Coaching Philosophy | My philosophy involves having athletes enjoy the sport by creating a positive work environment so they can reach their full potential and be willing to do what it takes to succeed. I believe that developing athletes work ethic in sport can transfer on to other areas of life. I value respecting my athletes so they can learn to respect myself, their peers/teammates and most importantly themselves. |
| Notable Wrestling Accomplishments | 3 x Canada West Champion 3 x CIS National Medallist Golden Bears Wrestling MVP 2016/17 2 x Most Outstanding Junior Male Wrestler Canada West’s Rookie of the Year 2014 |
Michael Asselstine
Lead Coach (13-18 year olds)
| Years of Coaching | 9 years with the Edmonton Wrestling Club |
| Currently Studying, Graduate in and/or and Career Goals |
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| Coaching Philosophy | I believe if you put in the work, good things will happen. I can’t make you work hard, but I will certainly try my best to get the most out of you when you do. |
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Shawn Daye-Finley
Lead Coach (13-18 year olds)
| Years of Coaching | 9 years |
| Currently Studying, Graduate in and/or and Career Goals | Graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology |
| Coaching Philosophy | Technical |
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