Day in the Life: Midland University Swimming | Coach João Visits #5

SwimCoachJoao
Nov 18
2 min read

Updated: 4 days ago

In this vlog, I traveled out to Fremont, Nebraska to spend the day with Coach Wiktor and the Midland University Warriors — an NAIA program embracing a fresh chapter under new leadership and a renewed sense of direction.

From the moment I walked onto the pool deck, you could feel the momentum. Coach Wiktor brings a high-performance mindset paired with an honest, athlete-first coaching style. The Warriors are building something grounded in culture, accountability, and doing the little things right — and it shows in how they train.

What impressed me most was the attention to detail in every part of the session. Starts, turns, underwater focus, tempo work, technical feedback — nothing was rushed. Each athlete knew why they were doing a drill, not just how. That clarity creates confidence, and confidence creates speed.

There’s a pride within this group. A belief that Midland can rise, step by step, through consistent work and genuine collaboration between athletes and coaches. Programs grow fastest when everyone buys into the mission, and that’s exactly what’s happening here.

This visit reminded me that excellence comes from intentional training, strong culture, and a coach who believes in the athletes standing in front of them.

➡️ Watch the full episode on YouTube to see how Coach Wiktor and the Midland Warriors are shaping the next era of their program.

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