Philosophy
By utlizing current written materials and gaining insight through visionary prowness, observation of the mechanical and technical skills of triathletes in motion, formulation of individual plans of achievement will be instituted. Training hard will not be emphasized; training right will be. Through Periodization, the right amount of mileage/time, the right amount of exposure to the elements, the right amount of energy output, at the right time, the right amount of nutrition, and the right amount of recovery and rest, will be emphasized and coached.

A highly technical computer program will be utilized to tweak the triathletes individual level of achievement and committment. The individual training plan will be evaluated, and updated, at strategic points on the calendar to insure all slated races are tracked, and training time, skills, intensity, and duration will be formulated to meet/exceed the athlete's goals and objectives.

My background includes working in billion-dollar corporation environments that are demanding and fast paced.  They push you to the limits and teach you stress levels that are world class, yet, manageable.  In more than one company I had the honor and privilege to be selected as the district/regional trainer.  In fact, if it were not for a family illness, I would have been the director of training and development for an extremely profitable division of a 20+ billion dollar corporation.  Plus, I have had the good fortune to be promoted to district and regional manager in these large companies. Because of my skills and achievements, I was selected manager of the year. And, my degree is in Mass Communications, sequence in advertising, from the University of South Florida.  So my experience gives you skills that are directed and honed to bring out the best in you.

In a short synopsis, read about some of my athletic, managerial, training, and leadership backgrounds.  Then you will make a stronger decision when you select me as your coach.

I am a USA Triathlon Certified Coach, Level II, which qualifies me to coach an Olympian. The USA Triathlon Coaching Certification Program is aligned with the United States Olympic Committee's goals for long range planning of athlete and coaching development.  USAT, also, abides by the USOC's Coaching Ethics Code.  We even have to be certified in first aid and CPR. So, am I qualified to be your coach?  Yes, I am.   

Continuing Education from USA Triathlon

USAT Certified Coaches are required to take 15 hours of continuing education units every two years for their certification. The following coarses were taken by Coach Bill for his certification.

TEAM in Training Smart Coaching: National Triathlon Coach Certification, by Dave Scott.

Bill signed on with TEAM in Training, affiliated with the Leukemia-Lymphoma Society for fundraising.  In Washington, D.C., Bill attended the TEAM in Training National Certification Clinic.  He was trained and coached at the clinic by Dave Scott, six time winner of the Hawaiian Ironman. He brings this high level of training for coaching to all of his clients along with his USA Triathlon Certification, Level II. He has been  responsible for training the triathletes for St. Anthony's International Distance Triathlon, Florida 1/2 Ironman, and the Disney World International Distance Triathlon  You can check out the TEAM in Training website by clicking this logo , or go to the Sponsor/Links page and click on with that icon.

ATHLETIC BACKGROUND As you read a few of my athletic achievements, please note that my experience in endurance competition is broad while also shown are those with a high degree of skill and agility.  The reason you are given these is so you will know the quality of athleticism, and what you can expect from your coach.  I have competed in triathlons since 1988. 

TRIATHLONS 

SAILING/CANOE RACING  winner of the World's Longest River Regatta (1978),  2^nd in the World's Longest River Regatta (1977), winner of the Rudder Club's Fall Series Races (1977),  3^rd in the Founder's Day Regatta (1977), participant in many other sailing races, winner of 17 mile Citrus County Canoe Race (1974), 4^th in 1^st  Annual Tampa Naval Reserve Canoe Race (1974),  3^rd in Treasure Island Canoe Race (1974)

TENNIS Rated 5.5 on pro scale to 7, winner of doubles National Sales Meeting for Bausch & Lomb, winner of singles at National Sales Meeting for Ciba Vision Care, winner of doubles round robin tournament at National Sales Meeting for Ciba Vision Care

BASEBALL/SOFTBALL  Little League All Star - 2 years, Babe Ruth All Star, letterman high school baseball, City League All Star  - fast pitch softball

MANAGERIAL/TRAINING BACKGROUND A background in sports is vital for an on hands experience, however, to coach effectively, experience in managing and leading is the important ingredient to draw out of the athlete his best, at the right time, in the conditions given, with the attitude of accomplishing our agreed upon goals and objectives.  While I can not list all of my accomplishments, these will give you the background needed to make a conscientious decision on my becoming your coach.

STORE MANAGER Temple Terrace Schwinn, directs annual triathlon seminar for beginning to immediate triathletes, responsible for sales, training of personnel, merchandising and assisting in product selection, operations of the facility

REGIONAL/DISTRICT MANAGER/TRAINER  For both Ciba Vision Care and Bausch & Lomb, the hiring of sales representatives, sales development through representatives growth plans, dollars achieved, administration of representatives tracking systems, and promotional opportunities. With Bausch & Lomb -  2 time Pinnacle Club winner, Southeastern Salesperson of the Year, With Ciba Vision - 2 time winner of the Distinquished Performance Award in sales, winner of the Distinquished Performance Award in sales management, District Trainer - Hallmark Cards (Ambassador Division), District Trainer - Bausch & Lomb, Regional Trainer - Ciba Vision Care

OTHER LEADERSHIP AREAS Den Leader/Cub Scouts, President of church youth groups, selected as one of the Outstanding Young Christians in Tampa, 1967, president of homeroom classes, Chaplain of Collegiate Civitan Club, Student Council, guest speaker at the University of Tampa on marketing, originated and implemented the 1^st Annual Tampa Naval Reserve Canoe Race, member of the Board of Governors/Rudder Club (public relations) - Jacksonville, Florida, Assistant Scoutmaster - responsible for 7 merit badges for counseling

CRITICAL CRITERIA FOR DECISION MAKING When you choose a coach a commitment is made of your time and money.  A great deal of your life will be devoted to the training for participating in the sport of triathlon.  The following is a list of criteria that is for your consideration when making that critical decision on who will be coaching you.  I would like to be your coach.  Call or email me if you have any questions.

• Experience in sports participation
• Years involved in triathlons
• Coaching philosophy
• USA Triathlon Certified Coach
• Computerized developmental training plans
• Availability and time with the coach
• Managerial experience and capability
• Professionalism
• Fee schedule

     If you are satisfied with selecting me as your coach, email or call me immediately.