He is well-known for being high-minded in his approach to team concepts, emphasizing PASSION, UNITY, SERVANTHOOD, HUMILITY, and THANKFULNESS to his players.
He also realizes and confronts the human element in a quote from a set of his coaching clinic notes from Mensbasketballhoopscoop.com where I am an occasional contributor.
Here's the quote:
"Don't try to make people happy. Take the heat - kids want consistency. Starters need continuity. In the end everyone will accept what you decide...if you are consistent."
Team sports is a meritocracy. Everyone on the team adds value, but sometimes the value comes from being an uncomplaining competitor in practice, from being a supportive teammate, and accepting a lesser role to be a bigger person. As a parent, I've seen the successes and frustrations that come with the experience and appreciate the emotional roller coaster that families ride.
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