Warrior Steps Coaching
Testimonials from Athletes and Teams
Real Results, In Their Own Words
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"I used Warrior Steps for the entirety of my senior year, and in that season I was able to achieve my ultimate goal of becoming a New Jersey state champion. The work we did completely changed my mentality about the sport and taught me how to perform at my best consistently."
Blase Mele: New Jersey State Champion, 2x NJ State Placer, Princeton University
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"My first meeting with Joe felt real... He came to where I was and helped guide me towards my goal... leaving the weight slowing me down behind."
Andrew Olson: 2x Fargo AA, Folkstyle National Champion
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"Warrior Steps helped me become the wrestler that I always felt like I was capable of becoming. Joe seems to know all of the secrets regarding helping an athlete be truly free when they are competing."
Cody Walsh Wrestling 2026 NCAA Qualifier
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"Warrior Steps Mindset training has helped me focus on myself and what I am capable of, which has a huge impact on the outcome of your matches."
Quinton Gerstenacker: 2x State Champion, D1 Wrestler at Gardner-Webb University
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"This season was historic for our program, we had two individual state champions and qualified for state duals, and Warrior Steps played a major role in helping create the mindset and culture that made those accomplishments possible. His influence also helped us grow as coaches and leaders."
Jacob Dodson: Head Coach of Providence High School Wrestling, former DII wrestler
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"I participated in his online coaching workshops and also saw firsthand the impact of his work with some of my high school athletes. Whether you’re a coach or an athlete, I highly recommend Warrior Steps."
Randy Hanson: Head Coach of South Anchorage Wrestling, Team State Runners Up, Team State Champions, Fargo National Team Coach, Former DI Wrestler
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"The Warrior Steps coaching workshops focussed on relatable topics and day-to-day situations... It gave me the opportunity to learn and grow with other coaches."
Luke Mellmer: St. Mary’s Central Head Coach, ND-USA Wrestling’s Head Coach, and Director of Junior dual and Fargo National teams, Former DI Wrestler
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"Warrior Steps helped me gain clarity, motivation, and even deeper purpose in my role as a coach... to better connect with different types of athletes and lead in a more intentional way... This has been one of the most impactful experiences I’ve had in my coaching career."
Chris Dardanes: former DI coach & wrestler, Head Coach of Perry High School