Brian Smith

Brian Smith, the head coach of Mizzou wrestling and author of Tiger Style, shares his insights on building a winning culture. He discusses the core values of 'Tiger Style' and how he sets a vision from day one, recruiting key leaders like Ben Askren. Smith emphasizes mental toughness through initiatives like Mental Mondays and Tough Talk Thursdays. He also details the importance of variety in training to prevent burnout, reflecting on athletes' journeys, such as Mark Ellis, to highlight the impact beyond just winning.