Krystal Dunn

On this episode we sit down with Krystal Dunn.  Krystal is a seemingly unlikely combination—part competitive shooter and part brow and skin care salon owner. Krystal grew up in a military family and spent her childhood all around the country shooting pistols with her dad, mom and uncles. However, she’d never even heard of competitive shooting until the fateful day her dad asked her to try it. After shooting an IDPA match, she quickly transitioned into USPSA and got into precision rifle competition. She’s now well established in her competitive shooting career, traveling to matches and events around the country, proudly promoting shooting sports and 2nd Amendment rights.

On this episode we sit down with Krystal Dunn.  Krystal is a seemingly unlikely combination—part competitive shooter and part brow and skin care salon owner. Krystal grew up in a military family and spent her childhood all around the country shooting pistols with her dad, mom and uncles. However, she’d never even heard of competitive shooting until the fateful day her dad asked her to try it. After shooting an IDPA match, she quickly transitioned into USPSA and got into precision rifle competition. She’s now well established in her competitive shooting career, traveling to matches and events around the country, proudly promoting shooting sports and 2nd Amendment rights.

Krystal Dunn "I'm the Captain Now"

On this episode we sit down with Mike Mihalski, Kyle Grouthes and Chuck Pressburg of Sons of Liberty Gun Works.Mike Mihalski is the co-owner and founder of Sons of Liberty Gun Works in San Antonio, Texas.In 2014, with just one workbench in the basement of a lumberyard, Mihalski founded Sons of Liberty Gun Works alongside current co-owner, Kyle Grouthes. Under Mihalski’s leadership, the company is considered the fastest-growing rifle manufacturer in the United States. Mihalski takes pride in supplying countless government entities and civilians with high-quality rifles. In addition to overseeing the expansion of the business, Mihalski has committed his career to education and fact-based advocacy for the Second Amendment. He travels the country training armorers and fervent firearms enthusiasts on rifle construction. Mihalski also provides counsel to federal, state and local officials on firearm policies.While many gun manufacturers shy away from debate and public comment on the firearm industry, Mihalski has, on many occasions, enthusiastically engaged in the public dialogue surrounding gun violence, mass shootings, and other firearm topics.https://sonsoflibertygw.com

On this episode we sit down with Mike Mihalski, Kyle Grouthes and Chuck Pressburg of Sons of Liberty Gun Works. Mike Mihalski is the co-owner and founder of Sons of Liberty Gun Works in San Antonio, Texas.In 2014, with just one workbench in the basement of a lumberyard, Mihalski founded Sons of Liberty Gun Works alongside current co-owner, Kyle Grouthes. Under Mihalski’s leadership, the company is considered the fastest-growing rifle manufacturer in the United States. Mihalski takes pride in supplying countless government entities and civilians with high-quality rifles. In addition to overseeing the expansion of the business, Mihalski has committed his career to education and fact-based advocacy for the Second Amendment. He travels the country training armorers and fervent firearms enthusiasts on rifle construction. Mihalski also provides counsel to federal, state and local officials on firearm policies.While many gun manufacturers shy away from debate and public comment on the firearm industry, Mihalski has, on many occasions, enthusiastically engaged in the public dialogue surrounding gun violence, mass shootings, and other firearm topics. <a href="https://sonsoflibertygw.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://sonsoflibertygw.com</a>

Sons of Liberty Gun Works  "I'm not a Customer, I'm a Competitor"

On this episode we sit down with “Sandy” Wall.  Sandy is a retired Master Peace Officer and a 28-year veteran of the Houston Police Department. He has worked in Patrol, Narcotics, and has served 22 years on the HPD SWAT Detail. He served as a Team Leader for more than 12 years.After Law Enforcement he worked for Safariland Group as Director of Training for 15 years.He co-authored, “Training the SWAT Trainer”. (Thomas publishing)He is a multi-patent owner and inventor of the WallBanger Tactical System. Owner and CEO of Less Lethal Options, LLC.He has been recognized in the U.S. Federal Courts as a subject matter expert in Less Lethal Munitions and Tactics. He serves on the Advisory Board of the Texas Tactical Police Officers Association and Tactical Response Magazine. He has instructed for the FBI, TTPOA, MSTOA, CATO, NTOA, LTPOA, ATOA, Florida SWAT Association, CATI, ALERRT and the US State Department.Check out his new book "The Long Ride Home" https://www.amazon.com/Long-Road-Home-Sandy-Wall/dp/B0B18N6M3KWhen Andy, a fresh-faced, naïve young man escapes his small town in Texas to embark on a career to become a big city cop, his life is changed forever. When he joins the Houston Police Department, his experiences, sometimes exciting, sometimes shocking force him to confront evils that most of us could never imagine, all while keeping his own demons at bay.  After ten years of service as a beat cop, and fighting crime in the dangerous world of narcotics in the nation's fourth-largest city, Andy accepts the ultimate challenge, joining the Houston SWAT Team. His limits are tested like never before and he finds himself living on the edge where he must face his greatest fears, and finally confront the adversaries who have taunted him along the way.

On this episode we sit down with “Sandy” Wall.  Sandy is a retired Master Peace Officer and a 28-year veteran of the Houston Police Department. He has worked in Patrol, Narcotics, and has served 22 years on the HPD SWAT Detail. He served as a Team Leader for more than 12 years.After Law Enforcement he worked for Safariland Group as Director of Training for 15 years.He co-authored, “Training the SWAT Trainer”. (Thomas publishing)He is a multi-patent owner and inventor of the WallBanger Tactical System. Owner and CEO of Less Lethal Options, LLC.He has been recognized in the U.S. Federal Courts as a subject matter expert in Less Lethal Munitions and Tactics. He serves on the Advisory Board of the Texas Tactical Police Officers Association and Tactical Response Magazine. He has instructed for the FBI, TTPOA, MSTOA, CATO, NTOA, LTPOA, ATOA, Florida SWAT Association, CATI, ALERRT and the US State Department. Check out his new book "The Long Ride Home" <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Long-Road-Home-Sandy-Wall/dp/B0B18N6M3K" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/Long-Road-Home-Sandy-Wall/dp/B0B18N6M3K</a> When Andy, a fresh-faced, naïve young man escapes his small town in Texas to embark on a career to become a big city cop, his life is changed forever. When he joins the Houston Police Department, his experiences, sometimes exciting, sometimes shocking force him to confront evils that most of us could never imagine, all while keeping his own demons at bay.   After ten years of service as a beat cop, and fighting crime in the dangerous world of narcotics in the nation's fourth-largest city, Andy accepts the ultimate challenge, joining the Houston SWAT Team. His limits are tested like never before and he finds himself living on the edge where he must face his greatest fears, and finally confront the adversaries who have taunted him along the way.

Sandy Wall "The Long Road Home"

On this episode we sit down with Sal Hernandez.  Sal is currently a full time SWAT Officer for a large agency in Texas. He is a firearms instructor and part of our sniper team. I’ve been a Police Officer for 9 years.Prior to LE, he played D-1 college baseball.He's competed in several SWAT competitions prior to The Tactical Games and he comes from a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu background.He first heard about The Tactical Games while competing at the Florida SWAT roundup in November 2018. Tim Burke was a guest speaker at the opening ceremonies and talked about The Tactical Games.  He was immediately interested and competed at my first event in March 2019 at Reveille Peak Ranch in Texas. He knew that competing at The Tactical Games would strongly improve my performance at TTPOA and Florida SWAT round up competition’s. Training for and competing at The Tactical Games has also helped my individual skills as a Police Officer.The men’s elite competitors have pushed me to another level. There were several times in 2020 I thought that I should drop down to the intermediate division. Several men’s elite competitors reached out to me and gave me advice on how to get stronger and improve my physical performance. You won’t get that camaraderie anywhere else.He is truly grateful for all of the people he has met throughout the 7 Tactical Games he as competed in. Training for The Tactical Games has become a lifestyle for him and my wife who just competed in her first event.

On this episode we sit down with Sal Hernandez.  Sal is currently a full time SWAT Officer for a large agency in Texas. He is a firearms instructor and part of our sniper team. I’ve been a Police Officer for 9 years.Prior to LE, he played D-1 college baseball. He's competed in several SWAT competitions prior to The Tactical Games and he comes from a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu background.He first heard about The Tactical Games while competing at the Florida SWAT roundup in November 2018. Tim Burke was a guest speaker at the opening ceremonies and talked about The Tactical Games.  He was immediately interested and competed at my first event in March 2019 at Reveille Peak Ranch in Texas. He knew that competing at The Tactical Games would strongly improve my performance at TTPOA and Florida SWAT round up competition’s. Training for and competing at The Tactical Games has also helped my individual skills as a Police Officer. The men’s elite competitors have pushed me to another level. There were several times in 2020 I thought that I should drop down to the intermediate division. Several men’s elite competitors reached out to me and gave me advice on how to get stronger and improve my physical performance. You won’t get that camaraderie anywhere else.He is truly grateful for all of the people he has met throughout the 7 Tactical Games he as competed in. Training for The Tactical Games has become a lifestyle for him and my wife who just competed in her first event.

Sal Hernandez "Man Bun & Guns"

On this episode we sit down with the TTPOA Sniper Cadre and discuss SNIPING and all things Sniper.  Mark Lang, Sean Harris, Mike Saxion and "The GOAT" Kelley Pirkle... These guys were a blast to sit down with and by far this was one of our favorite episodes to record.   

On this episode we sit down with the TTPOA Sniper Cadre and discuss SNIPING and all things Sniper.  Mark Lang, Sean Harris, Mike Saxion and "The GOAT" Kelley Pirkle... These guys were a blast to sit down with and by far this was one of our favorite episodes to record.

TTPOA Sniper Round Table "Math Disguised as Shooting"

On this episode we sit down with Matt Pranka and Ben Stoeger.....  You just got to listen to the "Shit Show"....   Seriously on this episode Matt and Ben dive into competitive shooting in the tactical community and why we should be doing it.   Enjoy..!!

On this episode we sit down with Matt Pranka and Ben Stoeger.....  You just got to listen to the "Shit Show"....   Seriously on this episode Matt and Ben dive into competitive shooting in the tactical community and why we should be doing it.   Enjoy..!!

Matt & Ben "What the Hell Just Happened"

Ironclad

Sean Coldiron, served 15 years of his 21 years with the United States Border Patrol as a key leader with the full-time tactical team (BORTAC) in Tucson, Arizona.  Sean served the latter years of his service with BORTAC as the Deputy Commander.  Prior to the U.S. Border Patrol, Sean is a veteran of 2nd Bn / 75th Ranger Regiment.https://www.ironclad-cs.com

Sean Coldiron, served 15 years of his 21 years with the United States Border Patrol as a key leader with the full-time tactical team (BORTAC) in Tucson, Arizona.  Sean served the latter years of his service with BORTAC as the Deputy Commander.  Prior to the U.S. Border Patrol, Sean is a veteran of 2nd Bn / 75th Ranger Regiment.<a href="https://www.ironclad-cs.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> https://www.ironclad-cs.com</a>

Sean Coldiron of IRONCLAD Concepts and Solutions "Acronyms Out the Ass"

Ben Stoeger

On this episode we sit down with Ben Stoeger and discuss shooting and life.  Practical Shooting is still his life. He travels, trains, competes, teaches and improves both his own skills and his training methods. Things change fast in the competitive shooting scene and he like to stay on top of the changes in order to shoot his best and teach his students to be the best.In 2005 he discovered the sport of Practical Shooting. This sport instantly became an addiction for him. He started training like it was his full time job and he got proficient quickly. He used dry-fire as his primary source of training and was able to make USPSA GM almost right away after starting competition.By 2007 h started attending USPSA Nationals in an effort to learn how to shoot better and improve his skills. This is the most challenging event in USPSA to win and it took him years more of training to do so.H began teaching other people to shoot in 2008. This started as a side gig at first but eventually it became his only occupation. In a few short years he was a traveling shooter/instructor and had published many of my ideas into a book series.

On this episode we sit down with Ben Stoeger and discuss shooting and life.  Practical Shooting is still his life. He travels, trains, competes, teaches and improves both his own skills and his training methods. Things change fast in the competitive shooting scene and he like to stay on top of the changes in order to shoot his best and teach his students to be the best.In 2005 he discovered the sport of Practical Shooting. This sport instantly became an addiction for him. He started training like it was his full time job and he got proficient quickly. He used dry-fire as his primary source of training and was able to make USPSA GM almost right away after starting competition.By 2007 h started attending USPSA Nationals in an effort to learn how to shoot better and improve his skills. This is the most challenging event in USPSA to win and it took him years more of training to do so.H began teaching other people to shoot in 2008. This started as a side gig at first but eventually it became his only occupation. In a few short years he was a traveling shooter/instructor and had published many of my ideas into a book series.

Ben Stoeger "You Can't Drink All Day If You Don't Start In the Morning"

Chris Reeves

https://www.triarcsystems.comOn this episode we sit down with the Chris Reeves from TriArc Systems.  With a fervent interest for American war and weapons history, Chris Reeves founded TRIARC in September of 2013. As a former paratrooper, unit 1/505PIR in the 82nd airborne division, Chris’ military service of 14 years included two one-year combat tours in Operation Iraqi Freedom. Chris was specifically trained and developed a strong talent for problem solving and working with mission specific equipment. Leadership skills were acquired during his deployments to Iraq as Chris was a squad leader and platoon sergeant in the 4th infantry division. Faced with battleground hardships, he had to ‘charlie mike’ (continue mission), many times when challenges seemed insurmountable.After being wounded overseas and receiving a Purple Heart, Chris retired from the military and remained in Texas to work in the firearms industry. He was finally able to converge all of his values to a specific task: fine tuning the modern AR weapon system. MANIFESTOA RIFLEMAN’S WORK GUN IS HIS CLOSEST COMPANION AND EXTENSION OF SELF— IT IS THE MAINSTAY OF PAST AND PRESENT WARS. AND THE GREAT MEN OF AMERICAN HISTORY REALIZED THAT IN WAR, THERE ARE NO RULES. ONE MUST GO INTO DEADLY GROUND WITH NO-HOLDS-BARRED IF HE WANTS TO COME OUT ALIVE. WHEN SEEMINGLY INSURMOUNTABLE FORCES STOOD IN THEIR WAY, THEY KNEW THERE WAS NO WHERE TO GO BUT FORWARD. TRIARC CONVERGES THESE TRADITIONS WITH EXTENSIVE TRIAL AND RESEARCH TO ARM USERS WITH FUNCTIONALLY INNOVATIVE WEAPON SYSTEMS. ULTIMATELY, TRIARC BUILDS TOOLS THAT EMPOWERS INDIVIDUALS TO KEEP PUSHING FORWARD.

<a href="https://www.triarcsystems.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.triarcsystems.com</a> On this episode we sit down with the Chris Reeves from TriArc Systems.  With a fervent interest for American war and weapons history, Chris Reeves founded TRIARC in September of 2013. As a former paratrooper, unit 1/505PIR in the 82nd airborne division, Chris’ military service of 14 years included two one-year combat tours in Operation Iraqi Freedom. Chris was specifically trained and developed a strong talent for problem solving and working with mission specific equipment. Leadership skills were acquired during his deployments to Iraq as Chris was a squad leader and platoon sergeant in the 4th infantry division. Faced with battleground hardships, he had to ‘charlie mike’ (continue mission), many times when challenges seemed insurmountable. After being wounded overseas and receiving a Purple Heart, Chris retired from the military and remained in Texas to work in the firearms industry. He was finally able to converge all of his values to a specific task: fine tuning the modern AR weapon system.  <h1>MANIFESTO</h1>A RIFLEMAN’S WORK GUN IS HIS CLOSEST COMPANION AND EXTENSION OF SELF— IT IS THE MAINSTAY OF PAST AND PRESENT WARS. AND THE GREAT MEN OF AMERICAN HISTORY REALIZED THAT IN WAR, THERE ARE NO RULES. ONE MUST GO INTO DEADLY GROUND WITH NO-HOLDS-BARRED IF HE WANTS TO COME OUT ALIVE. WHEN SEEMINGLY INSURMOUNTABLE FORCES STOOD IN THEIR WAY, THEY KNEW THERE WAS NO WHERE TO GO BUT FORWARD. TRIARC CONVERGES THESE TRADITIONS WITH EXTENSIVE TRIAL AND RESEARCH TO ARM USERS WITH FUNCTIONALLY INNOVATIVE WEAPON SYSTEMS. ULTIMATELY, TRIARC BUILDS TOOLS THAT EMPOWERS INDIVIDUALS TO KEEP PUSHING FORWARD.

Chris Reeves of TRIARC Systems

Graham Smith

On this episode we sit down with The Former TTPOA President Graham Smith and totally embarrass him.  Graham as been a mentor, brother and leader to so many people throughout his long TTPOA career.  Thank you for everything you've done for us and we love you...Graham has been with the Irving Police Department since 1990. He worked in the Patrol Div, Gang Unit and in 2001 he transferred to the Tactical Unit/SWAT where he served full-time for 18 years.  He is currently assigned as an academy training coordinator and serves as a Team Leader on SWAT.He holds a BSCJ from Texas A&amp;M Univ. Commerce, Master Peace Officer Certification. Completed TTPOA Basic and Advanced Swat Schools, FBI Basic SWAT School. Certified TTPOA Tactical Rifle Instructor, CRTC Urban Tactical Rifle Instructor, AR-15 &amp; M-16 Colt Armorer, TTPOA Explosive Breacher, TCOLE Instructor and Firearms Instructor, Wall Banger Instructor, Ballistic Shield Instructor, Def-Tec :Less Lethal, Chemical Munitions, NFDD, O.C. Instructor.PS....  Don't Be a Ding Dong

On this episode we sit down with The Former TTPOA President Graham Smith and totally embarrass him.  Graham as been a mentor, brother and leader to so many people throughout his long TTPOA career.  Thank you for everything you've done for us and we love you... Graham has been with the Irving Police Department since 1990. He worked in the Patrol Div, Gang Unit and in 2001 he transferred to the Tactical Unit/SWAT where he served full-time for 18 years.  He is currently assigned as an academy training coordinator and serves as a Team Leader on SWAT. He holds a BSCJ from Texas A&amp;M Univ. Commerce, Master Peace Officer Certification. Completed TTPOA Basic and Advanced Swat Schools, FBI Basic SWAT School. Certified TTPOA Tactical Rifle Instructor, CRTC Urban Tactical Rifle Instructor, AR-15 &amp; M-16 Colt Armorer, TTPOA Explosive Breacher, TCOLE Instructor and Firearms Instructor, Wall Banger Instructor, Ballistic Shield Instructor, Def-Tec :Less Lethal, Chemical Munitions, NFDD, O.C. Instructor. PS....  Don't Be a Ding Dong

Graham Smith "Ding Dongs....!!

The TTPOA Podcast is hosted by two active duty police officers who are serving as team leaders on SWAT teams in Texas. The podcast will cover tactics, training, leadership and whatever else comes up. The main goal of the podcast is to get information out to our first responders who are working on the front lines everyday. Stay Safe and Train Hard.

On this episode we sit down with new TTPOA board member Jake Labhart.  Jake is a former Army Infantryman, who upon leaving the military founded In Extremis Performance where he worked with law enforcement special operations units at the federal, state, and local level. Over the last 5 years he has worked exclusively with law enforcement special operations units to build human performance programs to optimize performance, readiness, and longevity.  He began developing research backed physical fitness tests and shooting assessments for operational units, as well as training pipelines.Jake holds a Doctorate from Campbell University, and has continued to work with prior and active-duty military and law enforcement special operations units in an effort to deliver science and human performance in a way that enhances the end user’s combat effectiveness. He continues to work alongside some of the leading experts in the tactical industry, as well as human performance, to educate and maximize potential in the special operations community. Jake is currently on the Training Advisory Board for the TTPOA, and is initiating a human performance initiative across the state of Texas. Human performance subject matter experts with backgrounds in strength and conditioning, physical therapy, recovery, and diet are being brought in to teach specific to the job function of a LE special operations officer. Please check out the links below for more information on the courses, the sponsors, and contact Jake for any other questions. Event: https://www.ttpoa.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1621074&amp;group=Sponsored by: HoistWebsite: https://drinkhoist.com/10% off: TTPOA10Instagram: @drinkhoistJake Labhart: Email: Jake.ttpoa@gmail.comInstagram: @inextperformance

On this episode we sit down with new TTPOA board member Jake Labhart.  Jake is a former Army Infantryman, who upon leaving the military founded In Extremis Performance where he worked with law enforcement special operations units at the federal, state, and local level. Over the last 5 years he has worked exclusively with law enforcement special operations units to build human performance programs to optimize performance, readiness, and longevity.  He began developing research backed physical fitness tests and shooting assessments for operational units, as well as training pipelines.Jake holds a Doctorate from Campbell University, and has continued to work with prior and active-duty military and law enforcement special operations units in an effort to deliver science and human performance in a way that enhances the end user’s combat effectiveness. He continues to work alongside some of the leading experts in the tactical industry, as well as human performance, to educate and maximize potential in the special operations community. Jake is currently on the Training Advisory Board for the TTPOA, and is initiating a human performance initiative across the state of Texas. Human performance subject matter experts with backgrounds in strength and conditioning, physical therapy, recovery, and diet are being brought in to teach specific to the job function of a LE special operations officer. Please check out the links below for more information on the courses, the sponsors, and contact Jake for any other questions.  Event: <a href="https://www.ttpoa.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1621074&amp;group=" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.ttpoa.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1621074&amp;group=</a> Sponsored by: HoistWebsite: <a href="https://drinkhoist.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://drinkhoist.com/</a>10% off: TTPOA10Instagram: @drinkhoist Jake Labhart: <a href="mailto:Jake.ttpoa@gmail.com">Email: Jake.ttpoa@gmail.com</a>Instagram: @inextperformance

Jake Labhart "Train Smarter, Not Harder"

On this episode we sit down with Matt Smith of Dallas SWAT and discuss "No Knock and Knock &amp; Announce" warrant service.  We understand that this is a hot topic in the current climate facing Law Enforcement and SWAT Teams across the country and we would like for you to make your own decision.Matt has been with DPD for 22 years and a part of Dallas SWAT for over 17 years.  Matt has taught Basic SWAT, Advanced SWAT, Hazardous Warrant Entry, Hostage Rescue CQB, Advanced Hostage Rescue CQB, Tactical Firearms Training for the TTPOA.  

On this episode we sit down with Matt Smith of Dallas SWAT and discuss "No Knock and Knock &amp; Announce" warrant service.  We understand that this is a hot topic in the current climate facing Law Enforcement and SWAT Teams across the country and we would like for you to make your own decision. Matt has been with DPD for 22 years and a part of Dallas SWAT for over 17 years.  Matt has taught Basic SWAT, Advanced SWAT, Hazardous Warrant Entry, Hostage Rescue CQB, Advanced Hostage Rescue CQB, Tactical Firearms Training for the TTPOA.

"Knock or No Knock... You Decide"

In this episode we sit down with husband and wife team Chase and Heather Twedell of F1RST (First Responder Stress and Trauma) and Nate from the Sports Academy at The Star.https://www.htwedell.orghttps://thestar.sportsacademy.usDr. Heather Twedell received her doctorate in forensic psychology from Alliant University in 2011.  She is a licensed psychologist in the states of Texas and California.  Dr. Twedell's work with first responders, along with her family ties to law enforcement, gives her a strong appreciation and understanding of the culture and stressors specific to first responders.Nate is one of the co-founding partners of Sports Academy and directs the elite performance programs in the facility. Nate also directly works with Sports Academy’s actor &amp; entertainer program to develop role transformations and facilitates on sight training. Groups such as Netflix and Warner Bros. have contracted Nate as an onsite trainer. Nate also oversees and Sports Academy Tennis performance program. Nate became the head performance coach for Maria Sharapova in 2019.

In this episode we sit down with husband and wife team Chase and Heather Twedell of F1RST (First Responder Stress and Trauma) and Nate from the Sports Academy at The Star. <a href="https://www.htwedell.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.htwedell.org</a> <a href="https://thestar.sportsacademy.us" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://thestar.sportsacademy.us</a> Dr. Heather Twedell received her doctorate in forensic psychology from Alliant University in 2011.  She is a licensed psychologist in the states of Texas and California.  Dr. Twedell's work with first responders, along with her family ties to law enforcement, gives her a strong appreciation and understanding of the culture and stressors specific to first responders. Nate is one of the co-founding partners of Sports Academy and directs the elite performance programs in the facility. Nate also directly works with Sports Academy’s actor &amp; entertainer program to develop role transformations and facilitates on sight training. Groups such as Netflix and Warner Bros. have contracted Nate as an onsite trainer. Nate also oversees and Sports Academy Tennis performance program. Nate became the head performance coach for Maria Sharapova in 2019.

F1RST and the Sports Academy at The Star "Just Walk Forward, Sighs and Cold Showers"

On this episode we sit down with current LE / SWAT Wives and discuss the realities of being married to an LEO.

On this episode we sit down with current LE / SWAT Wives and discuss the realities of being married to an LEO.

SWAT Wives "Hey Guys.... Don't be Douchebags"

We sit down with Scott Jedlinski of Modern Samurai Project and some guy named Russ.  Scott Jedlinski is a lifelong martial artist (TKD, Muay Thai, BJJ). He has received hundreds of hours of training from people considered to be the best in the industry ranging from tactical/self-defense to competition.​Scott is a Master class shooter in USPSA and is the 16th recipient of the F.A.S.T Drill (#15) coin along with being a four stripe BJJ Purple Belt under Charles Gomes of Gracie Barra.Russ is from Ohio....LOL. Russ is an assistant instructor with Jedi and part of the Ohio Tactical Officers Association...  Russ you know we love ya..!!!

We sit down with Scott Jedlinski of Modern Samurai Project and some guy named Russ.  Scott Jedlinski is a lifelong martial artist (TKD, Muay Thai, BJJ). He has received hundreds of hours of training from people considered to be the best in the industry ranging from tactical/self-defense to competition.​Scott is a Master class shooter in USPSA and is the 16th recipient of the F.A.S.T Drill (#15) coin along with being a four stripe BJJ Purple Belt under Charles Gomes of Gracie Barra. Russ is from Ohio....LOL. Russ is an assistant instructor with Jedi and part of the Ohio Tactical Officers Association...  Russ you know we love ya..!!!

Scott "Jedi" Jedlinski and some guy named Russ "If you ain't cheating, you ain't trying"

We talk with the new TTPOA President and the Vendor Coordinator to discuss the 2022 TTPOA SWAT Conference.  The conference this year will be held at the Kalahari Resort in Round Rock..  Guys check out TTPOA.org for more updates to come...!!!https://www.ttpoa.orghttps://www.kalahariresorts.com/texas/

We talk with the new TTPOA President and the Vendor Coordinator to discuss the 2022 TTPOA SWAT Conference.  The conference this year will be held at the Kalahari Resort in Round Rock..  Guys check out <a href="http://TTPOA.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TTPOA.org</a> for more updates to come...!!!<a href="https://www.kalahariresorts.com/texas/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> https://www.ttpoa.org</a> <a href="https://www.kalahariresorts.com/texas/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.kalahariresorts.com/texas/</a>

TTPOA 2022 Update

Matt Pranka

On this episode we sit down with Matt Pranka who is the owner of Xray Alpha, has 26 years of military experience in Special Operations and is a USPSA Grand Master in production Division.

On this episode we sit down with Matt Pranka who is the owner of Xray Alpha, has 26 years of military experience in Special Operations and is a USPSA Grand Master in production Division.

Matt Pranka "I bet your back yard looks like a used cargo net"

Day 3 is done and all that is left is the Obstacle Course.....!!!  We sit down with the Texas A&amp;M Marksman Team and the Team Leader from Brazos County SWAT and go over the events from Day 3 of the comp.

Day 3 is done and all that is left is the Obstacle Course.....!!!  We sit down with the Texas A&amp;M Marksman Team and the Team Leader from Brazos County SWAT and go over the events from Day 3 of the comp.

TTPOA Competition Day 3

Day 2 of the 2021 TTPOA SWAT Competition.....  We sit down and go over the events of the day and the overall standings. The Rocky Run, Hostage Rescue and the Jungle Run.  

Day 2 of the 2021 TTPOA SWAT Competition.....  We sit down and go over the events of the day and the overall standings.  The Rocky Run, Hostage Rescue and the Jungle Run.

TTPOA Competition Day 2

Today was the first day of the 2021 TTPOA Competition where all 33 teams ran the Sniper Challenge.....   We sit down with the Lubbock SWAT who took first place and with Neenah PD, WI who traveled 19 hours to get the the competition.  The 2021 competition is off and running boys...!!   Stay Safe and Train Hard 

Today was the first day of the 2021 TTPOA Competition where all 33 teams ran the Sniper Challenge.....   We sit down with the Lubbock SWAT who took first place and with Neenah PD, WI who traveled 19 hours to get the the competition.  The 2021 competition is off and running boys...!!   Stay Safe and Train Hard

TTPOA Competition Day 1

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