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The difference between winning and losing; the difference between teaching and learning; the difference between a good practice and a bad practice; the difference between good execution and bad execution; Is in the quality of communication. Often failure is the result of the players hearing, but not really listening. For some players the message goes in one ear and right out the other ear.  Winning teams are actively listening. To listen, you need to bring your body and mind to training. You have to stand up straight or sit up straight. Make eye contact with the coach. Nod your head in agreement, when you understand the instruction. Ask the coach questions. Coaches need to set up the ideal situation for players to listen and learn. Coaches should ask players questions; make sure they are listening; ask players to repeat what was said. Coaches should have players stand up in front of the group and explain the system; make players draw a drill or a play on the board. Coaches that, make sure their players are listening - will have success. Coaches who do not insure players are listening - will lose.


This photo, is practice of Turkey, preparing for the Continental Cup. The players could not execute the drill the coach outlining on the board. It's said that a picture is worth a thousand words. What does this picture tell us? This picture tells us, that the players were not listening to the coach. From this photo, you could predict that Turkey would not be successful.


''Let the wise hear and increase in learning, and the one who understands obtain guidance,'' - Proverbs 1:5  

''Hear, my son, your father's instruction, and forsake not your mother's teaching, for they are a graceful garland for your head and pendants for your neck.''               - Proverbs 1:8-9 

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Teaching Points: 

Coaching Tips: Always Make First Contact

Too often when a problem occurs with a team member; people tend to stay mad or become bitter. Instead of remaining angry,  make the first contact; Make communication happen! Make it your personal philosophy when you're facing a problem with a family member, friend, business associate, coach or teammate; you'll always take the first step to make things right. Decide you will always take the high road by initiating positive communications. It does not matter whose fault it is; take the first step to resolve the conflict. By making this a habit -  you'll see a big difference in your personal relationships and in the success of the group. 


''A soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.'' ~ Proverbs 15:1

 “If you don’t have something nice to say, don’t say anything at all” ~ Thumper from Bambi

Positive Thought:

Coaching is not just about winning a championship or a medal; It about inspiring, lifting up and empowering others.
-Keith McAdams

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Sports Psychology Tips: Be More Disciplined

Dan Gable is known as one of the greatest athletes and coaches in the world. His records as an athlete and coach speak for themselves. In an interview with ABC Sports, He was asked if he had to do it all over again, what would he change? Gable responded, ''I would be more disciplined.'' Gable throughout his career has always been considered one of the most disciplined performer in the world. But Gable said, '' Be more disciplined.'' If we want to succeed, we can always improve our approach to the game and be more discipline in everyday life.


I’m a big believer in starting with high standards and raising them. We make progress only when we push ourselves to the highest level. If we don’t progress, we backslide into bad habits, laziness and poor attitude."
-Dan Gable

“Train up a child in the way he should go [and in keeping with his individual gift], and when he is old he will not depart from it” Proverb 22:6

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Do What is Right!
"Championship teams know the difference between what is right and wrong. They do the right things and avoid the bad things. The first sign of a championship team losing the edge; is the players knowing start doing things that will not help them win."
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"The truth of the matter is that
you always know the right thing to do.
The hard part is doing it."
- Norman Schwarzkoff 

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Amazing True Story About the Power of Positive Words


Shaquille O'Neal at 13 years old was cut from his high school basketball team. The coach said. ''he was too big, clumsy and slow." Fortunately for Shaq, he had met legionary college coach Dale Brown from LSU.  Brown told Shaq, " keep working out and being the best you can be." Dale Brown provided Shaq  with encouragement and a training program to follow. Sometimes we all need some inspiring words and a good training manual.   Where would Shaquille O'Neal be today without the help of coach Dale Brown?  Today go the extra mile  to say a kind word and inspire  someone.

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