My mission is simple: to guide drivers in a way that truly fits who they are and who they want to become, on and off the track.
Debby Hanssen
FOUNDER OF DEBSPORTS
In 2023 I moved to the UAE and expanded Debsports internationally. That step opened new doors, brought new opportunities, and helped me grow personally and professionally. Today, I work with drivers and families around the world, supporting them in every stage of their career.
Outside of racing, I’m a proud mum to a fantastic daughter, and together with my loving partner we call Dubai our home base. With all the flights, racetracks, and last-minute schedules, I’m lucky to have a family that not only understands my lifestyle, but somehow still enjoys keeping up with it. Their support keeps me grounded, laughing, and fully charged so I can bring my best energy to every driver I work with.
Honest, energetic, experienced, and passionate that’s who I am, and that’s the heart behind Debsports.
My mission is simple: to guide drivers in a way that truly fits who they are and who they want to become, on and off the track.
Debsports - More Than Coaching
I’m Debby, the founder of Debsports and someone who simply loves helping drivers grow. What started as a passion quickly became my full-time world. I founded Debsports in 2014, and since 2017 I’ve thrown myself into it completely. Coaching, guiding, managing, supporting… it’s the kind of work that gives me energy every single day.
Racing has been part of my life from the very beginning. My father was a successful autospeedway driver, so I practically grew up at the track. At first, it was the speed and the sound that pulled me in. But over time, my focus shifted:
Why is one driver faster than another? What’s happening mentally? What creates the difference in preparation, mindset, talent, and the ability to develop?
That curiosity for the human side of performance is the foundation of my coaching style today.
Over the years, I’ve done it all, running a karting race team, supporting drivers in top racing programs, and coaching one-on-one across all levels. No matter where I work, my passion is the same: helping drivers understand themselves, grow with purpose, and build the mindset and skills they need for the journey they want to take in motorsport.
My coaching style is built on real connection.
To work together intensively, there has to be trust from both sides. The relationship with the driver is the foundation, and that “click” is something I value highly.
To start, I always do an intake or an observation weekend. This helps me get to know the driver, but also the parents and the team they race with. The dynamic between driver, mechanic and team is an important part of performance, so I want to understand the full picture before we begin.
During the intake, I like to hear why a driver races. What motivates them? What are their dream goals? And what realistic targets can we work toward this season, this race weekend or even a single training day? Every session should have a purpose. Driving laps without intention doesn’t make you a better driver. Working with clear tasks does.
I work with the Debsports JET System, shown in the airplane graphic. The idea is simple:
You have a goal, and the path you take toward that goal creates your results.
The airplane represents the journey we go through together from basic skills, to balance and coping, to control and ultimately performance. It’s a practical, structured way to help drivers understand where they are now, what they need next, and how we get them to where they want to be.
The Jet Sports Coaching System
This system focuses on six essential elements:
Results – Control – Coping – Core Balance – Basic – Goal
It helps you understand what drives your performance, how to maintain control under pressure, and how to manage the mental load of competition.
It’s a structured, evidence-based approach that supports long-term growth – not just faster laps, but smarter decision-making and consistency.
Ready to take the next step in your mental performance journey?
Let’s work together to help you find your focus, strengthen your mindset, and perform with confidence on and off the track.