In many domains, sustainability defines both success and legacy. New 'technology' outcompetes old. Capital (think minutes, role, and recognition) flows to the most efficient sources of 'production'.
Coach Scott Celli uses a version of "draft and develop" in roster building. Young players emerge as freshmen or sophomores to contribute to team success.
There's a cost to that, Pietra versus Paola. When a ninth or tenth grader excels, that pressures upperclassmen to 'raise their game' or lose playing time. That's reality, the numbers game of competitive sports.
On another site, Coach Brian Williams says, "this is not a union job."
At the banquet each year, Coach Celli reminds players that all jobs are open. He means it. Even during the season, lineup changes in both personnel or position happen. Alyssa DiRaffaela relocated from the front to the back row and ultimately helped get the 2011 club to the finals.
I don't know which rising freshmen will compete for roster spots or whether a sophomore like Anna Burns can kick down the metaphorical door to earn a back row role.
What is certain is that Coach Celli understands sustainability and player development.
The other message is that truths 'transfer' to your home, school, and employment life. David Mamet says, "do something every day for your craft and for your business."
Lagniappe.
Brad Stevens is keeping the future in mind as he makes moves today:
— Noa Dalzell 🏀 (@NoaDalzellNBA) June 28, 2024
“One of my main objectives is to not have this be anything but sustainable — keep finding a way to be sustainable, keep finding a way to sustainably keep yourself in the mix for years and years and years.” pic.twitter.com/n3k7v4Qkbt
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