Kim Heremans shares his experiences and insights from winning the 1vs1 European Kubb Championships (EKC'26) and the US National Kubb Championships. He is discussing the differences in playing styles between Europe and America, the atmosphere of tournaments, and the importance of teamwork. He reflects on his own journey and on the future of Kubb, including the upcoming open US Nationals and changes in the World Championship, while also addressing personal goals and the balance between competition and enjoyment in the Kubb sport.

Chapters

(00:00 ) Introduction to Kim Heremans

(01:43 ) Kim's Kubb Journey and Recent Tournaments

(04:12 ) The Evolution of Kim's Kubb Skills

(06:44 ) Competitive Spirit and Team Dynamics

(09:35 ) Reflections on Past Tournaments

(12:24 ) Mental Game and Focus in Kubb

(15:14 ) Recent Performances and Future Aspirations

(17:42 ) The Role of Strategy and Tactics in Kubb

(20:27 ) Controversies and Lessons Learned

(23:00 ) Conclusion and Future of Kubb

(26:02 ) The Importance of a Straight Throw

(27:57 ) Staying Calm Under Pressure

(29:52 ) Overcoming Challenges in Tournaments

(31:32 ) The Mental Game of Kubb

(33:27 ) The Final Throw: Pressure and Focus

(34:53 ) Reflections on Winning and Team Dynamics

(37:12 ) Experiences at the US National Cup Championships

(40:28 ) Comparing Kubb Cultures: Europe vs. US

(45:30 ) Atmosphere and Competition in Tournaments

(49:04 ) The Value of Team Effort in Kubb

(54:00 ) The Evolution of Kubb Championships

(56:19 ) Changes in World Championship Dynamics

(58:46 ) Personal Aspirations in Kubb

(01:02:52 ) The Balance of Competition and Enjoyment

(01:07:42 ) Rapid Fire Questions and Fun Insights

(01:14:29 ) A new Chapter

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