How We Know Coaching Works for Law Enforcement
Jerrod Hardy • February 25, 2022

Invest in the process of creating winning outcomes for your students.

In this picture you see me getting ready to enter the cage for a mixed martial arts fight and with me is one of the best coaches I have ever met, Ryan Schultz.  Former world champion of the International Fight League, Division 1 wrestler at the University of Nebraska and one of the most mentally tough people I've ever been around. 

He is a great coach not because he told me what I wanted to hear, or let me do only what I wanted to do, but because he challenged me to be better.

Ryan invested himself in the outcome of my fights and in such he was deeply invested in the process of the preparation, the training.

At the time of this photo, I had been a police officer for 15 years and not one law enforcement training session resembled or felt like a "practice". Training sessions were focused on presenting the information and the lesson plan, not creating winning performances.

This experience became a foundational principle for the training program and company I wanted to create.

A place where law enforcement professionals were coached to believe not fear, to win not survive, and to know we were invested in the process AND the outcome.

"Giving Cops Confidence to Win"

By Jerrod Hardy August 6, 2026
You Don't Finish Alone - A 100 Mile Journey | Copper Kings 100 Ultra Marathon Copper Kings 100 is a documentary following a father and son as they take on one of Montana’s toughest 100‑mile ultramarathons. Set in Butte, Montana, this ultra running film explores what happens when a race doesn’t go according to plan—and how unexpected acts of kindness can change everything. In June 2026, Jerrod and Trey Hardy arrived at the start line of the Copper Kings 100 with one goal: finish together. With nearly 14,000 feet of elevation gain across the Continental Divide Trail, the course pushes every runner to their physical and mental limits. But not every race unfolds the way we imagine. When injury forces Trey to make the heartbreaking decision to end his race early, Jerrod is left to face the toughest miles alone. What follows isn’t just a story about endurance—it’s a story about friendship, resilience, and the people who step in when someone needs them most. From long nights on rugged Montana trails to unforgettable moments at remote aid stations, this film captures the highs, lows, and quiet moments that define ultrarunning. More importantly, it’s a reminder that while we may start our journeys with a plan, it’s often the people we meet along the way who shape how the story ends. Why this story matters: Because ultrarunning isn’t just about finishing—it’s about who helps you keep going. Watch the full documentary on YouTube. Link below.
Desert sunrise trail with golden light and saguaro cacti, symbolizing clarity, peace, and movement
By Jerrod Hardy April 13, 2026
A leadership reflection inspired by Desiderata, reminding us to find clarity, steadiness, and purpose in the noise — and to keep peace in our soul as we lead.