2019 World Clinic Audio: Greg Meehan: The Highs and Lows in the Lead up to Success in Rio
Greg Meehan, head coach of Stanford's women's swimming team, discussed his journey and the paths of his athletes to the 2016 Rio Olympics. He highlighted Simone Manuel's historic win in the 100m freestyle, Maya DiRado's four medals, and Katie Ledecky's dominance. Meehan emphasized the importance of individualized coaching and managing stress. He shared insights on the unique challenges and successes of each athlete, including their mental and physical preparations. Meehan also reflected on his own experience as the head coach for Team USA at the 2019 World Championships and his excitement for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.