Testimonials
What People Are Saying
Endorsements for The Journey of Janell by Mike Van Hoozer
"Mike is one of the most competent and genuine peak performance coaches I know. We have walked together through life for 25 years. This uplifting book is full of amazing wisdom and guidance that will inspire and equip you as you continue to seek your dreams on this grand sacred journey!"
— David L. Cook, PhD, Peak Performance Coach, Author Seven Days in Utopia and Greatness
"Mike Van Hoozer has spent a lifetime helping athletes understand that the most important battles in sports and in life are rarely physical – they are fought in the mind and won in the heart. True greatness isn't measured by trophies or scorecards, but by the character we build and the lives we lift along the way."
— Spencer Tillman, Super Bowl Champion, Collegiate National Champion, and College Football Analyst, FOX Sports
"A powerful testament to personal transformation through performance coaching. A moving story and an inspiring guide—I highly recommend it."
— Kevin P. Jackson, Ph.D., Executive Leadership Coach, Lead2XL Consulting and Former Vice President for Student Life, Baylor University
"The Journey of Janell is an in-depth look at the wisdom Mike has brought to my team and to so many others—wisdom that not only applies to growing athletes in sports, but to growing leaders in everyday life."
— Sydney Zimmerman, Head Volleyball Coach, Churchill Fulshear High School
"The idea of performance not being tied to their identity is so powerful to these young minds! This book allows us to embrace the process and the moments along the way."
— Shannon Heston, Head Boys' Basketball Coach, Seven Lakes High School
"Whatever your game, Mike's ability to distill life-changing principles will elevate your life and leadership. He's a great coach and storyteller."
— Roger Patterson, Senior Pastor, CityRise Church, Houston, TX, Author of 40 Days of Faith
"Thank you, Mike, for your faithfulness and utilizing your leadership and coaching gifts in such a necessary space that many of us often ignore."
— Mikado Hinson, Chaplain, Houston Texans
"Mike is a true leader who inspires everyone who comes across his path—kind, thoughtful, and purposeful with a story that will touch your heart and light your soul with passion."
— Keith Garvin, MAA, Emmy & Murrow Award-Winning Broadcast Journalist
"She was kind, intense, competitive, honest, and fun, and to know her was to be ensnared by a personality that drove you to be better tomorrow than you were today."
— Michael Whitehead, Former Rice University and Professional Golfer, Director of Player Development for Rice University Men's Golf
"Through a powerful and inspiring story, Mike brings those principles to life in a way that will encourage anyone striving to perform and live with purpose."
— Terrence Gee, Chief Information Officer, Rice University
"She simply could not be overrun because of the mental and emotional 'steel' that Mike had forged in her."
— Brad Barnett, Vice President, Operations, Callaway Golf
"Mike shared the 5 keys to a championship mindset and helped me discover that my value was in being a child of God before being an athlete. I was able to swing free with confidence knowing that the battle has already been won."
— Riley Patterson, NFL Kicker
"Mike is a joy to work with and this book shows the special relationships that he builds with his clientele to help them be their best."
— Catherine Kruppa, MS, RD, CSSD, LD, Registered Dietitian and Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics