S. 3 E. 13 - Kicking Confidence and Coaching Champions: Unveiling the Secrets of AZ Kicking

On this episode of the Iceman Podcast, get ready for an exhilarating journey into the world of coaching and kicking. In this episode, Brett dives deep into the minds of extraordinary athletes and experts, uncovering the secrets behind their success. Join us as we kick off the show with Alex Zendajas Sr. and Jr., the dynamic duo of coaches. They share their incredible journey, from working with legendary NFL players to coaching the first girl to earn a football scholarship, Becca Longo. Discover how they push athletes to their limits, both mentally and physically, and leave a lasting legacy in the sport. Brett Arkelian takes us behind the scenes, exploring the treatment of kickers in the football world and the resilience required after missed kicks. As a coach, he reveals his crucial role in helping specialists overcome challenges and reach their full potential. Don't miss the captivating stories of Alex Jr.'s trials and tribulations, as he faces the pressure of performing at the highest level. Learn how finding inner confidence becomes the key to success. Prepare to be amazed as our experts discuss coaching the mental game of kicking and the unique approach that sets AZ Kicking apart. From building strong connections with athletes to cross-training techniques, they share invaluable insights for aspiring kickers and coaches alike. Stay tuned for the rapid-fire section brought to you by The Kicker's Bible, where the Zendajas duo answers burning questions. Discover the most important fundamentals for kickers, how to handle misses, advice for ranking camps, and favorite workouts to boost explosiveness. 0:51 – Alex Zendajas Sr & Jr Introductions 1:25 – List of Specs They've Had 1:46 – Helping the First Girl to Earn a Scholarship in Football – Becca Longo 3:12 - Coaching Girls and How to Push Them and Her Legacy 4:42 – Coaching Men and Women 5:32 – Working with Mac Carrizosa & Marquette King 8:00 – Coaching NFL or Professional Specialists 9:32 – How Kickers Get Treated in the Football World 12:10 – Mentality After Missed Kicks 13:12 – Coach Arkelian's Role in Dealing with Specialists 13:57 – Alex Junior's Path Trials and Tribulations Through Football 16:32 – Alex Junior Dealing with Missing Extra Points – Find Your Inner Confidence 19:57 – Dealing with NFL Specialists 20:57 – Coaching the Mental Game of Kicking – What Sets AZ Kicking Apart 26:32 – Compete with Yourself / Process Oriented 29:42 – Keep Them Goal Oriented and Not Bored 36:19 – How AZ Builds Their Connection with Their Guys 40:11 – Cross Training Your Specialists 42:54 – The Key to a Good Kicking Session - Honest Feedback 44:09 – Rapid Fire Section Brought to You by The Kicker's Bible 45:21 – Most Important Fundamental for Kickers 45:21 – Best Way to Handle Misses 45:28 – Advice for Ranking Camps 47:59 – Favorite Workout to Increase Explosiveness 48:39 – Push Sprints 49:09 – Rapid Fire Reps – Save Yourself from Thinking 51:09 – Everyone Says They Want to Be Consistent? How Do You Do That 52:23 – Failure Is Temporary – Quitting Lasts Forever 1:01:44 – Zendajas Kicking Info