Athletics
My Greatest Motivation as I Teach or Coach Students
Facebook Twitter Google+ Pinterest LinkedIn I was reviewing video of championship games and the interviews that took place afterward. This may not surprise you—but there was a pattern in the commentary coaches gave following the big game, and the season prior to it. Almost every time, the coaches said something like: I love these players.…
Continue ReadingWhy Every Team Needs a Four-Point Line
Facebook Twitter Google+ Pinterest LinkedIn Not long ago, my teammate, Cody Braun, told me about the strategy the Philadelphia 76ers have used to get to where they are today. Years ago, they began playing for the future—not so much for the moment. They sacrificed wins at the time, losing many games during those seasons to…
Continue ReadingA New Coaching Style That Could Be a Game Changer
Facebook Twitter Google+ Pinterest LinkedIn I spent two days recently at Indiana University. It was there I met Tim Hiller, who drove down from Michigan to join us. Tim played quarterback for Western Michigan University a decade ago and then played a year in the NFL with the Indianapolis Colts. Our conversation was rich as…
Continue ReadingLeadership Lessons from an NBA Champion Coach: Podcast #57
Facebook Twitter Google+ Pinterest LinkedIn Today, I’m excited to share with you a conversation with Brendan Suhr. Brendan is a former NBA basketball coach with several teams—including the Detroit Pistons—where he won two NBA Championships. He was also a coach at the University of Central Florida, Louisiana State University and more. Currently, he is the…
Continue ReadingWhat If You Let Players Coach Themselves?
Facebook Twitter Google+ Pinterest LinkedIn Did you hear what head coach Steve Kerr decided to do a few weeks ago? I had not seen a professional coach do this in decades. His Golden State Warriors were struggling to win, and Kerr felt he was struggling to reach his young players. So, did he bear down…
Continue ReadingThe New England Patriots’ Indispensable Role
Facebook Twitter Google+ Pinterest LinkedIn Jack Easterby has a unique role on the New England Patriots Football team. “His official title: Character Coach/Team Development, is as surprising to see in an NFL front office as his role has become indispensable for the longest-running dynasty in NFL history,” writes Lorenzo Reyes in the USA Today. Yes, you…
Continue ReadingDave Hart on the Best Culture for Today’s Athletic Departments: Podcast #55
Facebook Twitter Google+ Pinterest LinkedIn Today I’m excited to share with you a conversation with Dave Hart. He served as an administrator in collegiate athletics for over 35 years at several schools, including East Carolina University, Florida State University and the University of Alabama. Most recently, he was the Athletic Director at the University of…
Continue ReadingFive Qualities That Give Students POISE in Tough Times
Facebook Twitter Google+ Pinterest LinkedIn As I interfaced with Division 1 coaches this year, one word came up in conversation more than any other. It was a surprising word, since I usually don’t associate it with athletics. It was the word: poise. Many of the coaches I met with said they just don’t see much…
Continue ReadingFive Resilience Stories that Could Keep Your Students from Giving Up
Facebook Twitter Google+ Pinterest LinkedIn Today, we hear from Andrew McPeak. Andrew is a next gen researcher, speaker, and author for Growing Leaders. I have the honor of spending time with some of the premier athletes around our country in Division 1 athletic programs. It’s amazing to me how hard they work for success in their sport. Sadly,…
Continue ReadingTwo Stories of Resilience Every Student Should Hear: Podcast #54
Facebook Twitter Google+ Pinterest LinkedIn Today I’m excited to share with you a conversation with two specials guests, Sarah Clapper and Timothy Alexander. Sarah was recently crowned Miss Ohio 2017 after overcoming several obstacles to achieve her goal. The second guest is Timothy Alexander, who is serving as the Character Coach for the University of…
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