The Coach's Cut: 30 Years on the Mats
CultureJun 10, 2026 · 12 min

The Coach's Cut: 30 Years on the Mats

By Marcus Vela

A career-spanning conversation about teaching the game, building champions and the changing soul of the gym.

He's coached four world champions and built a school from a garage. This is what he's learned.

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