Tatami Talk Podcast Episode 105: Robert Eriksson, US National Training Center Head Coach

On episode 105 of Tatami Talk, we chat with Robert Eriksson, Head coach for the US National Resident Training Center. We discuss his plans for team USA, his tour around the country, coaching, and what we could do going forward to prepare for the Los Angeles Olympics in 2028 Robert Eriksson's Instagram: @robert_eriksson_ Robert Eriksson's Email: [email protected] 0:00 - Intro / Juans Vacation02:35 - World Championship on an Olympic year (again?) 04:53 - Interview with Robert Eriksson 12:37 - Transitioning from being a competitor to coaching 20:30 - Growing Judo in Sweden and getting more funding for the national training program. 25:30 - Becoming the head coach for the National resident training center. 48:58 - Visiting clubs around the U.S. and scouting talent 01:01:12 - How we can prepare for 2028 LA Olympics and coaching 01:15:21 - French Judo Federation teachers training 01:17:56 - The meta of spamming drop throws 01:23:29 - How coaching methods and sports science has changed over the years 01:29:29 - Tips and advice for those aiming for 2028 LA Olympics ------------------------------------------- Email us: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram: @tatamitalk Juan: @thegr8_juan Anthony: @anthonythrowsIntro + Outro by Donald Rickert: @donaldrickertCover Art by Mas: @masproducePodcast Site: https://anchor.fm/tatamitalk Also listen on Apple iTunes, Google podcasts, Google Play Music and Spotify