Alan “The Bulldog” Hill
How long have you been involved in BMX Racing?
Alan: Thirty-seven years.
How long have you been coaching BMX Racing?
Alan: This is my first official year of certified coaching, I helped host a lot of clinics in the 90’s at Countryside BMX in the NBL days. I also want to thank Scott Towne and his father Vern for being a huge influence on my early days in the sport. Scott worked with a couple of us as a mentor and I remember the inspiration I felt and try to inspire others in that way.
If you had to describe yourself as having a coaching style or being a certain type of coach, what would it be?
Alan: I think the people I coach would say I am a hands on and positive reassurance type coach. Not only do I explain how to do something, I also ride with them and alongside them to help them achieve it. I am also huge on positive reassurance. Praise a rider for what they are doing right, then describe what went wrong and help them to figure out how to correct it. Then more praise!
Describe the weekly coaching program at your track?
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