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A podcast by swim coaches, for swim coaches, helping you each and every day to become Better Than Yesterday. Powered by the AP Race Coaches Community, this channel is dedicated to producing content for our community of swim coaches worldwide. We are part of the AP Race organisation co-founded by Adam Peaty OBE and Ed Baxter, committed to revolutionising the sport of swimming, to maximise the experience for everyone involved in the sport. Feedback on the show here: https://forms.gle/FuvJdMrtXbibvcDU9

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July 10, 2026

E36 Simon Richards. Enjoy it, work hard and listen to your coach - A swimming parent perspective!

In this episode of The Coaches Lane, we explore the swimming journey through the lens of the swimming parent. Simon Richards shares his journey as a swimming dad, detailing the highs and lows of supporting his son, 2x Olympic Gold Medalist Matt Richards, on his path to becoming an Olympic champion. Simon emphasises the importance of enjoyment, hard work, and listening to coaches in youth sports. He reflects on the relationships with various coaches throughout Matt's career and discusses the challenges of managing transitions between clubs and programmes. Additionally, Simon offers insights on parental support and the significance of intrinsic motivation in young athletes. We delve into the complexities of swimming as a sport, focusing on the roles of motivation, parental support, and the long-term development of young athletes. We discuss the emotional challenges faced by parents, the importance of communication between coaches and parents, and the impact of coaching on the personal growth of athletes. Simon emphasises the need for a balanced approach to athlete development, highlighting that the journey is as important if not more so than the outcomes. Connect with Simon here: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/s1monrichards/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.instagram.com/s1monrichards/</a> Don't forget we have a wide range of resources on our coaching website including recommend books, podcasts and links to our CPDs. You can also sign up for our free wellbeing check in there too. ⁠⁠<a href="https://aprace.club/pages/coaches-community" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://aprace.club/pages/coaches-community</a>⁠⁠For coaches looking to explore AP Race Plus, our club support platform that offers digital access to world class information for swimmers, parents and coaches, please email the team via ⁠⁠and we will be able to help support club, big or small, wherever you are located. You can also get a feel for the platform via our website here: ⁠⁠<a href="https://plus.aprace.club/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://plus.aprace.club/</a>Contact us directly via <a href="coaches@aprace.club" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">coaches@aprace.club</a>

June 26, 2026

E35 Katie Baxa. From Summer League to International Coaching

In this episode, we are joined by Katie Baxa, from Nations Capital Swim Club in the USA, one of the biggest and most prolific programmes in America. She shares with her inspiring journey from summer league swimming in the US to coaching at the highest levels internationally at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. She discusses her coaching philosophy, the importance of athlete development, and insights into coaching across different cultures. It is a wonderful conversation and Katie is so honest and humble in her reflections. You can connect with Katie via her instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/coach_kdbaxa/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.instagram.com/coach_kdbaxa/</a>Don't forget we have a wide range of resources on our coaching website including recommend books, podcasts and links to our CPDs. You can also sign up for our free wellbeing check in there too. ⁠⁠<a href="https://aprace.club/pages/coaches-community⁠⁠" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://aprace.club/pages/coaches-community⁠⁠</a>For coaches looking to explore AP Race Plus, our club support platform that offers digital access to world class information for swimmers, parents and coaches, please email the team via ⁠⁠and we will be able to help support club, big or small, wherever you are located. You can also get a feel for the platform via our website here: ⁠⁠<a href="https://plus.aprace.club/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://plus.aprace.club/</a>Contact us directly via <a href="coaches@aprace.club" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">coaches@aprace.club</a>

June 15, 2026

E34 Andy Hailey. Embracing curiosity and exploring learnings from the global swimming community

In this conversation, Andy shares his extensive coaching journey, highlighting the influences that shaped his coaching philosophy and approach. He discusses the importance of integrating safeguarding with coaching practices, the need for resourcefulness in coaching, and the value of learner-centred coaching. Andy also reflects on global coaching perspectives and the significance of peer coaching in athlete development, emphasising the need for a supportive and safe coaching environment. We explore the importance of guided discovery in coaching, emphasising the need for coaches to allow learners the freedom to explore and express themselves. We also dive into insights on individualising coaching for diverse swimmers, the significance of building relationships, and the journey of self-discovery as a coach. Andy also reflects on defining success in coaching and offers valuable advice for new coaches, encouraging them to embrace curiosity and foster community.The book Andy mentions by Jeanne Dekerle can be found here: <a href="https://amzn.eu/d/06Y27jgF" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://amzn.eu/d/06Y27jgF</a> You can connect with Andy on Linked-in here: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/andy-hailey-766b30212/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.linkedin.com/in/andy-hailey-766b30212/</a> Don't forget we have a wide range of resources on our coaching website including recommend books, podcasts and links to our CPDs. You can also sign up for our free wellbeing check in there too. <a href="⁠⁠https://aprace.club/pages/coaches-community⁠⁠" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">⁠⁠https://aprace.club/pages/coaches-community⁠⁠</a>For coaches looking to explore AP Race Plus, our club support platform that offers digital access to world class information for swimmers, parents and coaches, please email the team via ⁠⁠and we will be able to help support club, big or small, wherever you are located. You can also get a feel for the platform via our website here: ⁠⁠<a href="https://plus.aprace.club/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://plus.aprace.club/</a>Contact us directly via <a href="coaches@aprace.club" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">coaches@aprace.club</a>

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What is The Coaches Lane?: A podcast by swim coaches, for swim coaches, helping you each and every day to become Better Than Yesterday.

Powered by the AP Race Coaches Community, this channel is dedicated to producing content for our community of swim coaches worldwide.

We are part of the AP Race organisation co-founded by Adam Peaty OBE and Ed Baxter, committed to revolutionising the sport of swimming, to maximise the experience for everyone involved in the sport.

Feedback on the show here: https://forms.gle/FuvJdMrtXbibvcDU9
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates daily.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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