The Only Way

"Each one of those days begins with a question. “How can we win this day?” Be it a practice, a game, or a day of rest, the goal is to end the day ahead of where they started it. Championship habits are built this way." - from Boston Sports Journal, article by John Karalis on the Celtics 

Expecting teens to develop professional habits is a big ask. And yet, that's the road to success. Challenge ourselves to “win the day.” What does that mean for you?

Be a great daughter or son, sister or brother. Be the best student, the best athlete, the best employee. Those able to bring their best daily to life's arena reap the most laurels. 

“That’s a lot of work.” Would you have it any other way?

I’ve heard your coaches ask themselves what they can do better. None of us has immunity against underperformance.

Return to The Four Agreements:

"Be impeccable with your word."

"Don’t take anything personally."

"Don’t make assumptions."

"Always do your best."

These translate to MVB. 

- Don’t dismiss others or yourself.

- Coaching is not criticism.

- Your achievement last year guarantees nothing for this season.

- “Win today.”

Be grateful for the chance to challenge yourself to perform at a championship level today. 

Lagniappe. In basketball, while expecting the screen, we teach "wait, wait, wait." See the analogy. Just as the cheetah doesn't go too early...