Nick Saban literally gave one of the best explanations of teamwork and commitment

My 5 favorite planning & organization initiatives to grow your program's culture 1\ Student Section Work with a small group of influential students to create excitement about the games w/ themes: ▪️Beach, toga, camo Organize by 🗣️ & social media… create energy & enthusiasm

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. - In your 40's - you don't care what others think. - In your 60's - you realize no one was thinking of you, to begin with! The earlier you learn this as a coach, the better off you will be. 2: Simplicity Wins Can you explain your "O" philosophy in 8 words or less? Can you explain your "D" philosophy in 8 words or less? You should. And your players should. Offense: Spacing, Inside-Out, Shot Selection, Defense: No Paint, Contest, Rebound. Less is more. Simple wins. 3: Play the Long Game Culture Wins. Culture is a long game, but culture is fragile. Culture is: - What you allow. - What you emphasize? - Every Day. Focus on your Culture EVERY DAY. Every decision you make defines your culture. 4: Relationships First Coaching is about managing and leading people. And leading people is always about relationships. Don't lose sight of this. Focus on people. 5: Players not Plays In pressure situations, do NOT worry about plays. Focus on Players. This is still a challenge for me. It is so easy to worry about a "play." In reality, players win. Get the ball in the "player's hand who will make the right "play." 6: Give up Control As a young coach, I tried to control how we played. I coached BB like I coached FB. Play by Play. I have since learned. Teach kids how to play. Don't teach them what to do. It is much more enjoyable for everyone. A nd success has followed. 7: Find a Great Mentor I was lucky. I had a 30-year coaching legend as my assistant coach. His wisdom was priceless. One time, I had a sticky decision with a player/parent. I was grounded on principle. I was lucky to have my mentor. 8: Connect with Coaching Colleagues Coaching is hard. The skill set needed to do a good job is incredible. You are also on an island at times. Connect with your coaching colleagues on a personal level. The relationships are lifelong and priceless. 9: Family Time Don't lose sight of your time. Don't lose sight of your commitment. Always make time for your kids and family. Done right, raising kids in a coaching household has incredible rewards!

Dan Hurley said, “You better get us now. Because it's coming." He was right. Coach Dan Hurley and the UConn Huskies are rewriting the playbook for modern college basketball dominance. What fuels this success? Here are nine reasons behind their success: @dhurley15 @UConnMBB

“If you see a teammate do something that’s really good, TELL them! If you see something he can do better, BUILD him up and HELP him with that!” Love the message from Scheyer here.. they can deny he’s a baby K all they want but it’s coming out more and more with time.

Israel U20 using a 1-1-3 amoeba-like zone, same one they used last summer to beat Spain. Good find by @utar1234. Check the comments for more details.

Let's Plan Out the Week - Sun - Red Day, focus on mistakes from last week Mon - Yellow , work on multiple facets Tue - Game Day Wed - Yellow, focus on core elements. Thu - Green, shorter practice, get them in more live special situations. Fri - Game Day Sat - Day Off

My daughter is set up to be a millionaire by the time she’s 30  - she’s not even 3 and is worth $22,855 already. But the real challenge is keeping her a millionaire. That’s why I’m teaching her these finance principles:

“The most urgent person usually wins” 🔥 🔥 🔥

If used correctly, the Run and Jump Press can be a nightmare for opponents! The constant pressure will help you gain a physical/psychological advantage over them and its difficult to prepare for in practice! 8 KEYS TO TEACH THE RUN AND JUMP! A #GetBetterBasketball THREAD 🧵⬇️

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