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WHY? by Chris Flegler

The single most important word in the English language. “Why” facilitates learning. “Why” gives comfort and clarity that leads to confidence. “Why” is a compass that helps you navigate choppy waters. “Why” is the foundational building block that sustains you on your journey. So, as cliche as the statement, “KNOW YOUR WHY!” is, it’s imperative,…

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RELATIONSHIPS MATTER by Ravon Justice

IDENTIFY YOUR PLAYERS Most first time head coaches are excited and thrilled to take on their new responsibility. My first head coaching positon was at Prairie View A&M University. Like many, I was excited and motivated to be great and prove I was ready for this challenge. Prairie View had a rich women’s basketball tradition, but sometimes…

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COACHES MATTER by Rob Lanier

“Do you love them?” In the wake of the protests across the country over racism, social justice and police brutality, I’ve had two extensive discussions with white colleagues that I have great respect for. They want to have an effective dialogue with their team, and their prevailing concern is this: “How can I best and most effectively…

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WON and 28 by Amir Abdur-Rahim

As I sit here reflecting on my first season as a head coach, there were a ton of positives even though we ended up winning only one game. If not for the for the self-confidence and perseverance my parents instilled in my siblings and I at a young age it would have rattled me pretty good. Now, I would be lying…

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MENTORSHIP by Kevin Sutton

A good teacher can teach students anything. A great teacher helps students discover it within themselves. I think this philosophy exemplifies the definition of a mentor. Throughout my coaching career of 30+ years, I often reflect and take inventory of the people who have served as mentors to me. Each poured into me as a…

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