If you don’t want to be coached, there is no way you get to the highest level you’re capable of playing.

When someone holds you accountable, thank them. They’re helping you get better and preventing you from doing things that undermine your influence and your performance. If they speak the truth, it’s because they care. Humility is the key.

“Leadership is Lonely — If you are going to be a leader, you are not going to please everybody. You have to hold people accountable. Even if you have that moment of being uncomfortable." - Kobe Bryant

Sources: #Browns free agent RB Nick Chubb, one of the most decorated players available, is expected to sign with the #Texans on Monday if all goes well with his physical, sources say. Chubb’s 2024 ended prematurely with an injury, but now he could return for more in Houston.

Nick Chubb is a perfect SWARM fit: “I was questioning why they wanted me. Then I came here and saw a bunch of guys who like to work & not talk & I realized I’m a perfect fit.” 🗣️

Exact same as KD, calf injury lead to Achilles tear. No worse feeling than a grueling season and you get to the pinnacle and sustain a major injury in a game 7. Still pulling for the Pacers to rally

Ray Lewis said, "That's why kids have a problem finishing things today. Because as soon as they feel a small bit of discomfort...they're gone." "The greatest pain of my life is the reason I'm standing here today." To overcome adversity, you have to be willing to face it.

"I'd say this to any coach...If your job is your identity, you're really going to struggle." This was part of Rick Barnes’ response to being asked what advice he’d give Lady Vols’ head coach, Kim Caldwell, following the birth of her son last year. He emphasized the importance

Charles Barkley: “In my day, when a coach criticized you, it was called good coaching. When people criticize players today, it's called hating. And that’s why these bums be driving me crazy.” (via NBA on ESPN)

Mike Tomlin keeps a notecard on the corner of his desk that reads: “Listening is a skill.” He says he keeps it there to remind himself that, like any skill, you can intentionally get better at it. “One of the number one tools we have is listening…I try to treat listening with

Bill Self talks about squeezing every ounce of effort out of his group “It’s up to you (as a coach) to hold (your players) to their bar” (Via Eli Fitzgerald 🎥)

“We’re not going to recruit selfish guys, I guys, or guys who don’t want to pay the price.” - Curt Cignetti That line should be printed on every locker room wall in America. Talent matters. But mindset, toughness, and team-first habits matter more.

I asked what was an infuriated Will Wade postgame about some of the concerns he has with his roster despite defeating Texas Southern tonight by 36: "This is beyond concerning, it's becoming a major problem. This isn't kindergarten anymore." The full response is an all-timer 😳

Tom Brady explains his mental edge and why practice (not gameday) creates separation. "There was a part of me that was a psychopath out there. I was extremely hypercompetitive every day. I didn't feel like let's get to Sunday and now it's the time...Every day is the time to

I remember when Coach Smart use to say… “no one hates a discipline person more than someone who likes to cut corners.” greatness and mediocrity can’t co-exist

Why Coaching Is Harder Than People Think (A Holiday Reminder)… Because coaching isn’t just about plays, drills, or game nights. It’s about people. It’s about walking into practice every day and managing emotions you didn’t create but are responsible for. Your own. Your

HOT TAKE Coaches who avoid teaching details usually don’t know them.

Ben McCollum on “going back to his D2 days”: He explains that because he didn’t pull the largest crowds at the D2 level, he’s used to supplying energy for his team. “Be the change you want to see in others. If you want your guys to fight, you got to fight.” Energy is

This is GOLD “You aren’t always going to be liked as a head coach but if you are always honest, and tell the truth, you will always have their respect”

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