#95 Donnie Maib- Assistant AD Athletic Performance U. of Texas

Jul 29, 2020

In this episode, Sorinex's own Trey Zepeda sits down with one of his mentors, friends, and coaching legend, Donnie Maib.

Coach Maib is in his 23rd year of coaching and has been the Head Coach for Athletic Performance for Olympic Sports since 2011.  Maib oversees all aspects of athletic performance efforts for all sports at the University of Texas with the exception of Men’s/Women’s Basketball and Football. He directly works with women’s volleyball and men’s tennis.

This episode digs into culture building, adapting as our athletes, and the times evolve. Staying true to the craft, honoring commitments, and improving the self, by tirelessly uplifting those around us.

 

00:00- Intro

4:00- Finding the Weightroom

7:10- Young Coaches Path Today

13:00- Maib Gets His Chance

16:30- Be Patient

22:00- How Was Training Done Before I Got Here

25:30- Going To Texas

29:45- Rocky Transitions

35:00- Lessons Learned

43:00- Athlete Relationship Building/Navigation

48:00- Automobile University- Up Your Knowledge

52:00- Family First

57:00- Monk Self

1:04:30- 3-5 Year Windows

1:10:30- What Are Pitfalls for New Coaches?

1:16:00- Texas Athletic Performance

1:27:30- Sign Off, and Contact Info