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Daan De Marrée is back to back European Champion with Mooncatchers and the 3 time reigning European Player of the Year. Now, after a run to finals with Machine, he is also the US Club Player of the Year, and the first player to be awarded POTY by Ultiworld in both Europe and the US. His stat line at US Nationals: 20 goals, 24 assists, and 4 blocks without turning the disc over a single time. A 20/20 Nationals performance is unheard of. To do it without a single turnover on a finals team is just mind boggling.At just 24 years old, Daan has a lot of pressure on his shoulders. He's already has more experience dealing with pressure than most 15 year veterans. Now, being widely considered the best player in the world, the spotlight on him is that much bigger.We talk to Daan about what that pressure feels like, how he deals with it, and what makes him so unique as a player.Since recording the episode he also helped lead Belgium to a silver medal finish at WBUC.More from Pod Practice:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podpractice_podYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@podpractice_podEmail: show@podpracticepod.comUltimate Mobility Membership: https://www.skool.com/ultimate-mobility/about?ref=1ac6179a76464cf892a7347232df540eBuy Tokay Cleats: https://tokay-ultimate.com/podpracticePod Practice Store: https://ko-fi.com/podpractice/shopGreatest Bags: https://www.greatestbag.com/Use promo code: PODPRACTICE10 for 10% off your Greatest Bag OrderPod Practice BE Ultimate Store: https://shop.beultimate.com/collections/pod-practice-podcastDownload The Playbook: https://betterthanever.beultimate.com/the-playbook-infoShop BE Ultimate: https://beultimate.com/Kikko Socks: https://kikkosocks.com/Use discount code: POD15 for 15% off your next order.

Today we share our Nationals perspective from the lens of this r/ultimate thread:https://www.reddit.com/r/ultimate/comments/1ohkf9n/national_championships_2025_posttournament/We also answer a listener question, give a recap of our Nationals experiences, the party at Mavericks (hosted by LP, Ben, and Ders), and touch on our futures heading into 2026.More from Pod Practice:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podpractice_podYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@podpractice_podEmail: show@podpracticepod.comUltimate Mobility Membership: https://www.skool.com/ultimate-mobility/about?ref=1ac6179a76464cf892a7347232df540eBuy Tokay Cleats: https://tokay-ultimate.com/podpracticePod Practice Store: https://ko-fi.com/podpractice/shopGreatest Bags: https://www.greatestbag.com/Use promo code: PODPRACTICE10 for 10% off your Greatest Bag OrderPod Practice BE Ultimate Store: https://shop.beultimate.com/collections/pod-practice-podcastDownload The Playbook: https://betterthanever.beultimate.com/the-playbook-infoShop BE Ultimate: https://beultimate.com/Kikko Socks: https://kikkosocks.com/Use discount code: POD15 for 15% off your next order.

Mac Hecht, a high-level ultimate player and self-described 'throwbot,' discusses his journey with Revolver to clinch a national championship. He reflects on the team's chemistry and the tactical nuances of pull plays that aided their success. Mac shares insights into his strategic mindset and how he adapts during high-pressure moments. He also delves into the unique skills that elite players, like Walker, bring to the game, and offers a glimpse into the culture that fuels Revolver’s strong team dynamics.

Levke Walczak joins to talk about upsetting an undefeated Fury team to win her second USAU National Championship with Boston Brute Squad. Levke was one of the first European players we've seen having sustained dominance in the US Club scene. In her first season with Brute it was far less common to see European players with big roles on US teams. Today it wouldn't be surprising to see multiple Europeans on the podium for Player of the Year across all divisions. She talks about the importance of believing, especially when you're down, her teammates, the emotions of competition, and we even breakdown a little film.More from Pod Practice:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podpractice_podYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@podpractice_podEmail: show@podpracticepod.comUltimate Mobility Membership: https://www.skool.com/ultimate-mobility/about?ref=1ac6179a76464cf892a7347232df540eBuy Tokay Cleats: https://tokay-ultimate.com/podpracticePod Practice Store: https://ko-fi.com/podpractice/shopGreatest Bags: https://www.greatestbag.com/Use promo code: PODPRACTICE10 for 10% off your Greatest Bag OrderPod Practice BE Ultimate Store: https://shop.beultimate.com/collections/pod-practice-podcastDownload The Playbook: https://betterthanever.beultimate.com/the-playbook-infoShop BE Ultimate: https://beultimate.com/Kikko Socks: https://kikkosocks.com/Use discount code: POD15 for 15% off your next order.

Zeke has made a name for himself as the best defender in college for 2 straight seasons. He's now making a reputation as a star offensive player in the club division. We talk to Zeke about preparing for Club Nationals with Bravo while kicking off the Mamabird season as a captain. We also talk about Quinn and Zeke's experiences as homegrown Colorado talent, the experience of gaining perspective away from Colorado, and the mentality shift between club vs college and defense vs offense.More from Pod Practice:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podpractice_podYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@podpractice_podEmail: show@podpracticepod.comUltimate Mobility Membership: https://www.skool.com/ultimate-mobility/about?ref=1ac6179a76464cf892a7347232df540eBuy Tokay Cleats: https://tokay-ultimate.com/podpracticePod Practice Store: https://ko-fi.com/podpractice/shopGreatest Bags: https://www.greatestbag.com/Use promo code: PODPRACTICE10 for 10% off your Greatest Bag OrderPod Practice BE Ultimate Store: https://shop.beultimate.com/collections/pod-practice-podcastDownload The Playbook: https://betterthanever.beultimate.com/the-playbook-infoShop BE Ultimate: https://beultimate.com/Kikko Socks: https://kikkosocks.com/Use discount code: POD15 for 15% off your next order.

The hosts dive into their thrilling experiences from Regionals, highlighting amusing stories and key game dynamics. They react to the UFA Awards and discuss the impressive talent of the Pacmen, who qualify for Nationals for the first time. A standout moment includes a clip of Bodhi from Portland Red Tide showcasing his skills. Mikey shares insights from coaching the Mooncatchers at the EUCF, discussing their challenges against top European teams and memorable game moments in the final. Get ready for a lively look ahead to U.S. Nationals!

Brian Nevison, a strength and conditioning coach specializing in ultimate, returns to discuss specific training strategies for athletes. He shares insights on in-season priorities, emphasizing strength maintenance over personal records. Brian highlights the importance of heat acclimation, effective mobility for recovery, and individualized training protocols. He also dives into the significance of deceleration techniques for injury prevention and the balance between speed and conditioning in training. A must-listen for ultimate players and coaches!

Molica Anderson, an experienced coach for San Francisco Revolver and Team Colombia, chats about her unique journey from team doctor to head coach. She reveals the secrets behind Revolver's winning culture and emphasizes the importance of joy and player contribution. Molica discusses her coaching philosophy, the challenges of leading a men's team as a woman, and the strategies that make Revolver a 2025 favorite. She also shares memorable coaching moments with Team Colombia, highlighting the strong bonds and colorful experiences that fuel her passion.

Thomas Edmonds comes back on the show to talk about his experience at World Games with Team Canada. Canada was up 10-8 over Team USA with a chance to go up 11-8 in one of the most thrilling Gold Medal Games of all time. He shares perspective on what it's like to get so close to toppling the juggernaut that is Team USA.We also recap a little bit of Truck Stop's Pro Champs performance as they prepare for the postseason.More from Pod Practice:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podpractice_podYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@podpractice_podEmail: show@podpracticepod.comUltimate Mobility Membership: https://www.skool.com/ultimate-mobility/about?ref=1ac6179a76464cf892a7347232df540eBuy Tokay Cleats: https://tokay-ultimate.com/podpracticePod Practice Store: https://ko-fi.com/podpractice/shopGreatest Bags: https://www.greatestbag.com/Use promo code: PODPRACTICE10 for 10% off your Greatest Bag OrderPod Practice BE Ultimate Store: https://shop.beultimate.com/collections/pod-practice-podcastDownload The Playbook: https://betterthanever.beultimate.com/the-playbook-infoShop BE Ultimate: https://beultimate.com/Kikko Socks: https://kikkosocks.com/Use discount code: POD15 for 15% off your next order.

We recorded this episode on August 25th before Pro Champs. Grant's back. Megamind. The Mediocre Monk. Now in his second year playing with Johnny Bravo... oh and a 3x World Games Gold Medalist. In this episode Grant talks about the experience of playing in his 3rd World Games. We dive into teammates, preparation, and the thrilling final against Canada. We even dive into complexities of rooting for Team USA. More from Pod Practice:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podpractice_podYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@podpractice_podEmail: show@podpracticepod.comUltimate Mobility Membership: https://www.skool.com/ultimate-mobility/about?ref=1ac6179a76464cf892a7347232df540eBuy Tokay Cleats: https://tokay-ultimate.com/podpracticePod Practice Store: https://ko-fi.com/podpractice/shopGreatest Bags: https://www.greatestbag.com/Use promo code: PODPRACTICE10 for 10% off your Greatest Bag OrderPod Practice BE Ultimate Store: https://shop.beultimate.com/collections/pod-practice-podcastDownload The Playbook: https://betterthanever.beultimate.com/the-playbook-infoShop BE Ultimate: https://beultimate.com/Kikko Socks: https://kikkosocks.com/Use discount code: POD15 for 15% off your next order.