The Sporting Mind: Proteas Performance Coach Tom Dawson-Squibb

This week on Diet Starts Monday, we sit down with Tom Dawson-Squibb, aka The Sporting Mind, to explore the art of performance coaching. From his early passion for sports to working with South Africa’s top teams and athletes, Tom shares his journey of turning a love for the game into a career empowering individuals and teams to excel. We discuss his path from studying organizational psychology to starting his own performance coaching business, his big break with Western Province U21, and his impactful work with teams like the Stormers, Proteas, and UCT Ikey Tigers. Tom reveals key insights into performance coaching, including self-awareness, team dynamics, visualization techniques, and building mental resilience. He also reflects on the pressures of elite sports, the Proteas’ World Cup challenges, and his mantra, curiosity over judgment. Packed with wisdom and inspiration, this episode offers valuable lessons for athletes and anyone striving for success. Tune in for an enlightening conversation you won’t want to miss!