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Your Team Isn't Your Family, But Your Workplace Might Feel Like A Family Reunion
We've all heard it before: "We're like family here." It's the rallying cry of teams everywhere, usually delivered with the best of...

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Jun 102 min read


7 Leadership Lessons From the Small-Market NBA Finals: What the New Era of Teams Looks Like
The 2025 NBA Finals don’t feature a “superteam”. No major-market dynasty. No sideline antics. Instead, we’ve got two small-market squads...

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Jun 82 min read


Coaching with pride: why passive leadership doesn't work in 2025
What was once silenced is now celebrated. But for many coaches, Pride still feels complicated—especially in locker rooms, on sidelines,...

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Jun 32 min read


Get Tougher How?: Why generational views on mental health matter
In locker rooms, film sessions, and coaches’ meetings, we’ve all heard it: “They need to toughen up.” “Back in my day, we just pushed...

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May 283 min read


"Coach, you good?": the quiet toll of leadership
It was a question I was often asked. I usually answered half-heartedly because the reality didn't seem as important as the work that...

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May 253 min read


Season's Over, Now What? : Re-imagining post-season development
Season has ended. Wins and losses are no longer being tallied. Players are tired, their eyes are on summer. Rosters are shifting or being...

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May 42 min read


Cliches Give Me "the Ick": How to Avoid Cliches in Coaching
Ohio State beats Notre Dame to win the College Football National Championship! As a former athlete and coach, I undoubtedly appreciate...

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May 22 min read


The Transfer Portal: Gen Z's Default Setting
The transfer portal has become one of the hottest topics in college sports, reshaping the landscape like never before. With more...

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Apr 34 min read


What Maryland's Derik Queen Taught Us About Gen Z Athletes
Derik Queen's recent buzzer-beater, propelling the Maryland Terrapins into the Sweet 16, serves as a prime example of how Gen Z athletes...

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Mar 262 min read


March madness: Master End of Game Situations
As we prepare for March Madness, I can’t help but to envision players, coaches and fans sitting in front of televisions across the...

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Mar 32 min read


Mid to Late Season Adjustments: 5 women's basketball tournament tips for coaches
This article focuses on 5 areas to help maximize your time and talent to best prepare for a reputable tournament run. 1. Prioritize...

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Feb 112 min read
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