Dennis McTaggart Episode 58

Send us Fan MailEpisode 58 — Dennis McTaggart: The Long Road to the 2026 Masters GamesDennis McTaggart set his sights on the Masters CrossFit Games years ago — a commitment he made as he stepped away from a demanding career as a Corrections Officer. After coming up just short of qualifying through the standard path, Dennis accepted an invite to the 2026 Latam In‑Person Semi‑Final, traveled to Colombia, and delivered the performance that finally punched his ticket in the 60–64 Age Group.In this conversation, Dennis reflects on the years of disciplined training that followed his retirement, the mindset shift required to chase the Games with full focus, and the pivotal decision to compete in Latam. He shares what he learned from the experience, how he’s approaching the final stretch before San Jose, and what he hopes to prove once he’s on the floor.Dennis also opens up about a couple of challenging questions around belonging — what it means to earn your place, how Masters athletes navigate doubt, and why the journey matters as much as the qualification itself.A grounded, honest, and motivating look at an athlete who refused to let the door close on his Games dream.