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In this Just Go Play podcast episode, Daryl Devonish speaks with Derrell Levy on: In-Tech High Performance Training: Where Family Comes First.Derrell was considered 'late to the game' when he started playing hockey around 10 years old and was fortunate to have support and mentors in his life that paved the way for a positive experience in sport. This included being part of the first group at Skillz Hockey focused on exposing young players from diverse backgrounds to the highest level of professional instruction.Derrell's natural talent and work ethic helped him pave a career with hockey that included winning a National Hockey Championship in 2007 with Oswego State University, and playing several years of Minor Pro Hockey. While at Oswego, Derrell was working with his physiotherapist Jason Pratt who saw his ambition and drove him to creating a business plan for, what would be years later, In-Tech High Performance Training. Having achieved an academic background consisting of a Wellness Management Degree, a minor in Health Science and Coaching, as well as NSCA, CSCS, and PT Certifications, Derrell travelled extensively to mentor under top coaches and to continue his education. Derrell has over twelve years of on-ice coaching experience, as well as nearly a decade of creating strength and conditioning programs for nationally ranked basketball and hockey teams, and high profile athletes including those of the NHL, OHL, AHL, and CFL.Derrell ’s compassion and ability to mentor in both the gym and life has allowed In-Tech to grow into much more than simply a training facility. He has created a culture that gives elite athletes, youth, and adult fitness enthusiasts alike, the support, resources, and inspiration to reach their true potential.Hear the lessons learned and inspiration Derrell has behind building In-Tech to what it is today and where it will be in the future including:Teach kids the positive and negative they will experience in life and give them a safe and controlled environment where they can be challenged.Don't put expectations on kids - let them have fun and then, if they decide to pursue more competitively, feed the wolf.Baseline test so athletes know where they stand - strengths and weaknesses - and what they need to focus on to get better.As Derrell says everyday; 'I can. I will. I must.' #JustGoPlayYou can follow Derrell and In-Tech on Instagram @dlevs12 and @intechhpt and check out their website for information on programs they offer, including online to stay connectingFollow Just Go Play on Instagram @qualitycoaching to receive coaching insights and information. Just Go Play is the resource for parents, teachers, coaches, and athletes to understand how sports will help build skills for life. The mission is to help and encourage kids, parents, and coaches to enjoy sports and participate for life.