Greg Berge
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Being a Head Coach is HARD Work. Many parents do not understand the work it takes. I have talked to MANY coaches over my career. Here are 9 Things Coaches Want Parents to Understand. [THREAD] 🧵.
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“Hear Me…”. Mike Tomlin GOLD 🥇. “It’s not what you are capable of; it’s what you are willing to do. Plenty of people are capable. Fewer people are willing.”. This message is the ultimate TRUTH in sports. No Deposit - No Return.
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Why do some sports parents sit alone?. - No Drama.- No Complaining .- They do not like Hearing Ignorance. - No Badmouthing Coaches & Officials. - They often just want to relax & Enjoy the Game!. Be a part of the solution. Not the problem.
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Kooper Cupp has Never Arrived. - He was counted out in HS.- He was counted out in College.- He was counted out in the NFL. He has the mindset of a Champion. His approach?. "I just worked really freaking hard.". No Deposit - No Return 🏆.
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Gregg Popovich said, “It’s your job to make me play you.”. Playing time is earned. A victim mindset says…I didn’t play because coach doesn’t like me. A winning mindset says…I didn’t play because I haven’t earned it yet. Don’t be a victim.
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Peyton Manning on Leadership. "It is not just about you…the best teams I played on, the best players practiced the hardest.". Winning FOR each other is contagious. It is what being a great TEAMMATE is all about. 🎥 Peyton Manning/Notre Dame Football.
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Mike Tomlin said, “This is a man versus himself battle.”. Great players know this truth…. The ultimate competitive battle you have is always with yourself. The great ones get better every day. They WIN the day.
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Coach K once said, "You can either lower your goals to match your effort, or you can raise your effort to match your goals.". No Deposit - No Return. Everything is earned.
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Why do some sports parents sit alone?. - No Drama.- No Complaining .- They do not like Hearing Ignorance. - No Badmouthing Coaches & Officials. - They often just want to relax & Enjoy the Game!. Be a part of the solution. Not the problem.
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Being a High School Head Coach is Hard. Unless you have done it, you do not understand. Here are 8 Realities that All Head Coaches Face. [THREAD] 🧵.
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🎥 Ted Lasso Leadership GOLD. One of my all-time favorites. "Be curious, not judgmental.". A great lesson for life.
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Being an Athlete today is hard. How you talk to your son or daughter matters. Here are 10 Phrases All Athletes Need to Hear.
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Dan Campbell said …”belief comes from the work that you put in.”. There are no other secrets to success. - Success is about Grit. - Success is about Work Ethic. - Success is about Consistency. “No Deposit - No Return.”. 🎥 The Winning Difference.
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Peyton Manning on Leadership. "It is not just about you.". "The best teams I played on, the best players practiced the hardest.". Winning FOR each other is contagious. It is what being a great TEAMMATE is all about. 🎥 credit -> Peyton Manning/Notre Dame Football
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Nick Saban is the GOAT of college football. His success is no accident—it’s a product of relentless standards, a refusal to accept mediocrity, and an intense focus on the process. Here are 10 Reasons that made Saban the GOAT. 1. STANDARDS - Standards Matter. They set the bar
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11 Things Great Teammates DON’T Do:. 1. Quit.2. Blame.3. Complain.4. Bring Drama.5. Point Fingers.6. Show Up Late.7. Make Excuses.8. Make Poor Choices.9. Run From a Challenge.10. Bring Negative Energy.11. Badmouth Teammates. Be a Great Teammate. #LeadershipMatters.#CultureWins.
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Being a Head Coach is HARD Work. I have talked to MANY coaches over my long career. Here are 9 Things Coaches Want Parents to Understand. 1: We CARE about your Child.Even if your child doesn’t get much varsity playing time, we care about them. Nothing is ever personal. We.
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Saban says, “Mediocre people don’t like high achievers and high achievers don’t like mediocre people.”. Fact. Standards matter. - Do you raise the standard?.- Do you maintain the standard?.- Do you lower the standard?. Champions Raise the Bar.
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“Hear Me…”. Mike Tomlin GOLD 🥇. “It’s not what you are capable of; it’s what you are willing to do. Plenty of people are capable. Fewer people are willing.”. This quote is pure truth - not just in sports, but in life. No Deposit - No Return!.
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Nick Saban said, "If you want to make everybody happy, sell ice cream, don't be a leader.". Saban was a great leader. And he may be the GOAT of college football coaching. What makes Saban the GOAT? 👇
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Being a Head Coach is HARD Work. Many parents do not understand the work it takes. I have talked to MANY coaches over my career. Here are 9 Things Coaches Want Parents to Understand. [THREAD] 🧵.
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Great Head Coaches have Great Assistant Coaches!. What do Great Assistants do?. Here is a list…[THREAD] 🧵.
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Life is about CHOICES. Here are 8 of them. 1. Attitude is a Choice.2. Character is a Choice.3. Work Ethic is a Choice.4. Leadership is a Choice.5. Consistency is a Choice.6. Commitment is a Choice.7. Daily Habits are a Choice.8. Encouragement is a Choice. SUCCESS is a Choice.
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Assistant Coaches are CRITICAL to Team Success. Here are 7 Things Great Assistant Coaches Do. [THREAD] 🧵.
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Nick Saban GOLD 🥇. “Negative experiences without teaching kills morale.”. Read that again. This is what being a “transformational” coach is all about. Are you about winning or are you about teaching?. Are you about transactions or about relationships?.
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What does being “Coachable” look like?. ▪️Eye contact.▪️Nodding when listening.▪️Good body language.▪️Always looking to improve.▪️Seek feedback from coach.▪️Growth mindset.▪️No excuses.▪️Leave ego at the door.▪️Being humble.▪️Accept criticism . #CultureWins.
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Ted Lasso isn’t just a coach; he’s a playbook on leadership. His infectious positivity and authenticity are a winning formula for any coach. He reminds us to stay curious, use humor to connect, and always be true to ourselves. Here are 7 Leadership Lessons from Ted Lasso.
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11 things Great Teammates DON'T Do:. 1. Quit.2. Blame.3. Complain.4. Bring Drama.5. Point Fingers.6. Show Up Late.7. Make Excuses.8. Make Poor Choices.9. Run From a Challenge.10. Bring Negative Energy.11. Badmouth Their Teammates. Be a GREAT Teammate.
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Kobe said, “Confidence comes from preparation.”. You don’t just show up and become good. - It takes hard work and preparation. - It takes relentless consistency. Confidence is earned! 💪.
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What does being “Coachable” look like?. ▪️No excuses.▪️Being humble.▪️Accept criticism .▪️Growth mindset.▪️Listen with your eyes.▪️Good body language.▪️Nodding when listening.▪️Always looking to improve.▪️Leave your ego at the door.▪️Seek feedback from the coach. What else?.
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Being a Head Coach is HARD Work. Many parents do not understand the work it takes. I have talked to MANY coaches over my career. Here are 9 Things Coaches Want Parents to Understand. [THREAD] 🧵.
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Being a Head Coach is Hard. Most people have no idea. Unless you have done the job, you don't know. Here are the 8 Realities of Being a HEAD COACH:. 1: It will consume you - Coaching is more than just a job - it's a way of life. You'll spend countless hours planning.
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Sports Parents, this is for you. How you talk to your child matters. Here are 10 Phrases that All Athletes Need to Hear. 1: “I LOVE WATCHING YOU PLAY".This is a powerful statement to a child. There is no judgment or criticism. Ultimately, this is all you really need to say.
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Nick Saban said, "To be a good player on your team, you have to affect someone else on the team. You have to cause them to play better by the way you play.". The best players make their teammates better. How do you make your teammates better?.
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See a ‘Sports Parent’ sitting alone?. There is a reason. - No drama. - No negativity. - No ignorance. - No complaining. - No badmouthing coaches or refs. They just want to enjoy watching their child play. Be a part of the solution. Not the problem.
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10 WAYS TO EARN PLAYING TIME. 1. Be the hardest worker in the room.2. Encourage your teammates.3. Be a relentless competitor.4. Make the hustle plays.5. Have a great attitude.6. Be a great teammate.7. Do the little things.8. Know your role.9. Be coachable.10. Be a leader. Earn It.
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8 Realities of a High School Coach. 1. It will consume you.2. There will be critics.3. You are not in it for the $.4. There is no overnight success.5. You need a supportive spouse.6. You will not make everyone happy.7. You can’t want it more than the kids.8. It is still WORTH it!.
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11 Things Great Teammates DON’T Do:. 1. Quit.2. Blame.3. Complain.4. Bring Drama.5. Point Fingers.6. Show Up Late.7. Make Excuses.8. Make Poor Choices.9. Run From a Challenge.10. Bring Negative Energy.11. Badmouth Teammates. Be a Great Teammate.
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Some WISDOM for Young Coaches. I was a Head Coach at 26. A Principal at 33. I have been doing both for the last 11. I have learned a lot about coaching and leadership. Here are 9 of the most important things I have learned. 1: PLAYERS NOT PLAYS.In pressure situations, do.
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Being a High School Head Coach is Hard. Unless you have done it, you do not understand. Here are 8 Realities that All Head Coaches Face. [THREAD] 🧵.
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Guess what?. ▪️Getting up for a 6:00 am practice is Hard.▪️Great effort when you are tired is Hard.▪️Challenging your teammates is Hard.▪️Positive energy is Hard.▪️Being vocal in practice is Hard. Do you know what else is Hard? . WINNING. Choose wisely. #CultureWins.
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8 Realities of a High School Coach. 1. It will consume you.2. There will be critics.3. You are not in it for the $.4. There is no overnight success.5. You need a supportive spouse.6. You will not make everyone happy.7. You can’t want it more than the kids.8. It is still WORTH it!.
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🎥 Kobe on Toughness. "The biggest battle you have is with yourself.". - Be Tough. - Be Persistent. - Be Purposeful. - Compete each day with yourself. “Don’t talk to yourself in a negative way.” . Video Credit -> Kobe Bryant Highlight
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Jay Wright (Villanova) was a Culture KING. Why? . Here are 5 Jay Wright quotes that shed some light💡. 1: “We have a saying that everyone’s role is different, but everyone’s status is the same. It’s a reminder that no matter how bright the spotlight gets, we are all part of.
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Patrick Mahomes discussing Travis Kelce, “When you see the Hall of Fame tight end and he is working the hardest, he raises the standard.”. How do you raise the bar?. You model the behavior you want to see and others. You set a new standard. You LEAD.
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Assistant coaches are the ROCKS of a program. What do they do?. - Build great relationships w/players.- Lighten the mood when needed.- Bring positive energy every day.- Support the head coach.- Keep the team focused.- Set the tone. Celebrate your Assistant Coaches! 🙌.
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Nick Saban GOLD 🥇. What is the key to Team Chemistry?. "Get the right players on the bus and get the wrong players off the bus.". - Mediocre people do not like high achievers. - High achievers do not like mediocre people. Team Chemistry Matters. 🎥 Nick Saban
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Tom Brady said, "To be great at something, you don't need to be special. You just need to be what most people aren't. Consistent. Determined. Willing to work for it. No shortcuts.". Most people don’t have it. - Determination.- Consistency.- Work Ethic. No Deposit - No Return!
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What do PLAYERS want in a COACH?. Just ask them. This is what my team told me a while back. 8 Things that Players Want in a Coach. [THREAD] 🧵.
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Holding others ACCOUNTABLE is hard for team leaders. What do you say?. Below are 9 statements team leaders can use to help hold their teammates ACCOUNTABLE. [THREAD] 🧵.
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Coaching is hard, but being a coach's spouse is often harder. They’re the emotional rock, the cheerleader, and the anchor in the storm. They put up with a lot. They are the true MVP in the life of a coach!.
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📣 Coach K said, "You can either lower your goals to match your effort, or you can raise your effort to match your goals." . Everything starts with your commitment level. Are you willing to put in the time and effort needed to succeed?. NO Deposit - NO Return!
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Jay Wright (Villanova) was a Culture KING. Why?. Here are 5 quotes from Jay Wright that shed some light💡 🧵 [Thread].
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How do you Kill a Team Culture?. Drip by Drip…. - Skip reps.- Show up late.- Blame others.- Take-off plays.- Negative energy.- No accountability.- Sloppy in practice.- No team cohesion.- No communication.- Bad body language.- Complain about calls. Don't be a culture killer.
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See a ‘Sports Parent’ sitting alone?. There is a reason. - No drama. - No negativity. - No ignorance. - No complaining. - No badmouthing coaches or refs. They just want to enjoy watching their child play. Be a part of the solution this fall sports season.
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11 Things Great Teammates DON’T Do:. 1. Quit.2. Blame.3. Complain.4. Bring Drama.5. Point Fingers.6. Show Up Late.7. Make Excuses.8. Make Poor Choices.9. Run From a Challenge.10. Bring Negative Energy.11. Badmouth Teammates. Be a Great Teammate.
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What do PLAYERS want in a COACH?. I asked my team this question at practice yesterday. Here is what they came up with…. [THREAD] 🧵.
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"I am a huge believer in being coached." - Peyton Manning. Coaching is about feedback, growth, and improvement. - The great ones are coachable. - They want to be coached.- They want to be challenged.- They want to learn. Be Coachable!. 🎥 Credit: Tennessee Football
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Marcus Freeman said, “You don’t need to be a captain to be a leader.”. 100% Truth -> Leadership is influence. And everyone has influence on their team. Being a “Captain” is simply a title. Remember: Collective leadership WINS. How are you helping lead your team?
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11 Things Great Teammates DON’T Do:. 1. Quit.2. Blame.3. Complain.4. Bring Drama.5. Point Fingers.6. Show Up Late.7. Make Excuses.8. Make Poor Choices.9. Run From a Challenge.10. Bring Negative Energy.11. Badmouth Teammates. Be a Great Teammate.
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5 Questions to Ask your Child After a Game. 1. Did you have fun?.2. Did you do your best?.3. Did you support your teammates?.4. Were you a positive leader?.5. What did you learn?. And wrap it up by telling them…. “I Love Watching You Play!”. #LeadershipMatters.#CultureWins.
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What is the Cost of Leadership?. It costs $0 to say “hello.”.It costs $0 to pick up trash.It costs $0 to say “please.”.It costs $0 to be kind.It costs $0 to say “thank you.”.It costs $0 to encourage others .It costs $0 to smile. Lead by Example. It costs nothing.
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🎥 Peyton Manning on being a Leader. - Lead by example. - Be the 1st in and last to leave. - Be the hardest worker on the team. - Be accountable to your teammates. - Blame yourself before you blame others. All Leadership begins with Self-Leadership.
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PARENTS: You are your child’s most important teacher. - If you Blame others, your child will. - If you Complain, your child will. - If you Make Excuses, your child will. - If you Point Fingers, your child will. If you Accept Responsibility, your child will.
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Saban GOLD🥇. The best players make their teammates better. Do you?. "To be a good player on your team, you have to affect someone else on the team. You have to cause them to play better by the way you play.". - Nick Saban
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What is the Cost of Leadership?. It costs $0 to say “hello.”.It costs $0 to pick up trash.It costs $0 to say “please.”.It costs $0 to be kind.It costs $0 to say “thank you.”.It costs $0 to encourage others .It costs $0 to smile. Lead by Example. It costs nothing.
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John Wooden said, “Talent is God-given. Be humble. Fame is man-given. Be grateful. Conceit is self-given. Be careful.” . The wisdom of John Wooden is second to none. He is the best of the best. Here are the 10 best "Words of Wisdom" from the Wizard of Westwood.
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Why is Coach Saban the GOAT? 📣. His approach to Excellence. "Get the right players on the bus and get the wrong players off the bus." . - Mediocre people do not like high achievers. - High achievers do not like mediocre people. Team Chemistry Matters. 🎥-> Nick Saban
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Adversity is guaranteed. How do you regulate your emotions when it happens?. Your ability to “get out of the bucket” quickly ultimately determines your success. This is a great tool to use with athletes. Stephen Gonzalez video GOLD 🥇.
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“Nothing” by Nick Saban. If you wake up in the morning and you feel entitled, what would that get you?. Nothing. If you think somebody owes you something, what would that get you?. Nothing. If you lose your discipline and your work ethic, what would that get you?. Nothing. If
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8 Realities of a High School Coach. 1. It will consume you.2. There will be critics.3. You are not in it for the $.4. There is no overnight success.5. You need a supportive spouse.6. You will not make everyone happy.7. You can’t want it more than the kids.8. It is still WORTH it!.
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Dan Hurley said, “We have this culture of playing incredibly hard. We never lose because of our effort.”. Culture is: . 1. What you allow. 2. What you emphasize. 3. Every day. If you emphasize and demand hard work every day, you get it. Culture Wins.
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You only get one chance to play High School Sports. Make the moments matter. Make memories and play with "No Regrets.". Here are 7 Ways to Do It. [THREAD] 🧵.
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John Harbaugh on Failure 🥇. “You are never a failure if you get back up. The only person who can make you quit is yourself.”. Everyone faces setbacks. The question is: Do you let them define you, or do you use them to grow?. Get back up.
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Saban GOLD 🥇. Truth. Honesty. Success. “If you’re an average player, you want to be left alone because you want to be able to slide by. If you’re a good player, you want to be coached. If you’re a great player, you want the coach to tell you the truth every day.". - Nick Saban.
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Mindset Matters. “You better bring your heart, you better bring your guts, you better put it on the line. You better give max effort.”. Success demands more than effort. Half-hearted effort doesn’t win games. Heart and guts do. Bring it every day. Sean McDermott GOLD 🥇
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Wooden’s Famous Two Sets of Threes from Bill Walton…. 1. Don’t lie.2. Don’t cheat.3. Don’t steal. And . 1. Don’t whine.2. Don’t complain.3. Don’t make excuses. It is really pretty simple, isn’t it?. RIP Bill Walton 🙏.
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Assistant coaches are the ROCKS of a program. What do they do? . 1. Build great relationships w/players .2. Lighten the mood when needed .3. Bring positive energy every day .4. Support the head coach .5. Keep the team focused .6. Set the tone . Celebrate your Assistant.
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Committed Players: . - Practice with a purpose.- Listen with their eyes.- Do the little things.- Are energy givers.- Accept coaching.- Show up early.- Give 100%.- Stay late.- Work.- WIN!. Are you Committed?.
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Doug Collins Gold 🥇. “Too many kids today are afraid of failure.”. - Failure is growth. - Failure is a mindset. - Failure is part of the process.
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Being a Head Coach is HARD Work. I have talked to MANY coaches over my long career. Here are 9 Things Coaches Want Parents to Understand.
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It only takes ONE. - One Teammate can set the Tone.- One Teammate can be the Leader .- One Teammate can be the Anchor.- One Teammate can Set the Standard.- One Teammate can be the Missing Link.- One Teammate can make ALL the Difference. Be this person for your team.
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Leaders vs. Captains. There is a big difference. “It is such a privilege to be named a captain, but you don’t need to be a captain to be a leader.”. How do you lead?. Marcus Freeman Leadership GOLD 🥇
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🎥 Brad Stevens said, “You got a choice - you either come in & let your circumstances control your attitude - or you let your attitude control your circumstances.”. - Attitude matters. - Mindset Matters. -Your choices matter. This is why Attitude Matters. Master Your Mind.
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How many DAWG’s do you have on your team?. D - Disciplined.A - Athlete.W - With.G - Grit. DAWGs don’t just show up, they show out. They bring:. - Relentless focus. - Unshakable work ethic. - The grit to win when it’s hard. Here’s the challenge:. 1. Identify your DAWGs. 2.
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Great Programs Have Great Assistant Coaches. We often celebrate the incredible athletes and head coaches in sports. We also need to also recognize the value of the Assistant Coach. Here are 5 Attributes of Great Assistant Coaches. 1: The GLUE - Assistant coaches are the.
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Guess what?. ▪️Getting up for a 6:00 am practice is Hard.▪️Great effort when you are tired is Hard.▪️Challenging your teammates is Hard.▪️Positive energy is Hard.▪️Being vocal in practice is Hard. Do you know what else is Hard? . WINNING. Choose wisely.
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Coaches are getting harder to find. And the role of the Assistant Coach is more important than ever. They are often the GLUE of the program. Celebrate, develop, and thank your assistant coaches!
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Athletes make CHOICES every day that impact Winning. What are they?. Here are 9 of them!. [THREAD] 🧵.
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I was a Head Coach at age 26 and a Principal at 33. I spent the last two decades living and learning the hard truths of leadership. Here are the 9 lessons I wish I’d known when I started. 1: Learn the 20-40-60 Rule ASAP. - In your 20's - you worry about what others think. -
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How do you Kill a Team Culture?. Drip by Drip…. ▪️Skip reps.▪️Show up late.▪️Blame others.▪️Take-off plays.▪️Negative energy.▪️No accountability.▪️Sloppy in practice.▪️No communication.▪️Bad body language.▪️Complain about calls. What else?.
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Why does UCONN Win?. Talent? Sure. However, it is more about Coach Dan Hurley's standards and expectations for his team. Here are 9 of them.
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🎥 Tom Brady GOLD. "I was a backup quarterback on a 0-8 Freshman football team!". - Never Give Up.- Lead by Example.- Believe in Yourself .- Be Confident in What you Do. The best players always play with a "chip" on their shoulders. What is your chip?
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Why do some programs WIN year after year?. Been fortunate to be a part of a few…. Here are 5 Reasons Why Successful Programs Win Year after Year…. [🧵 thread].
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What do Mentally TOUGH Players do?. ▪️They are never a victim.▪️They never feel sorry for themselves.▪️They are NOT entitled.▪️They do not complain.▪️They do not cast blame.▪️They are not afraid to confront or challenge.▪️They celebrate their teammates successes.
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🎥 Nick Saban says, "How many guys on the team need to be led?". Player Led Teams WIN. The more guys you have on a team that do not NEED to be led, the better. This is the power of "Collective Leadership.". Be a Leader by Example. Set the TONE.
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It only takes ONE. - One Teammate can be the Glue.- One Teammate can set the Tone.- One Teammate can be the Leader .- One Teammate can Set the Standard.- One Teammate can be the Missing Link.- One Teammate can make ALL the Difference. Be the ONE for your Team!.
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