The word "Line" is used so often in football.. Touch the “Line”, Toes on the “Line”, Run past the “Line”, Win the “Line”, Defend our Goal-“Line”, and the call every day to get in your "Stretch Lines".... The question is why is it important to recognize the word "Line"? This post was written during our bye week. … Continue reading The Purpose of “Stretch Lines”
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That Game Day “Feeling”
That Feeling, when you first walked through a stadium tunnel. The sight of emerald green grass widens your eyes with excitement. The mere size of the stadium overwhelms you and the sound of the drums sets your heart in rhythm. Gladiator like figures roam the sideline in perfectly manicured uniforms. During warm ups, you are … Continue reading That Game Day “Feeling”
The Time Is Now
The Time Is Now, we are in fall camp, and less than 3 weeks until the first game. The time when you develop an immunity to constant heat, the aroma of cut grass heightens awareness, constant sweat is the norm, 3 pair of shoes are under the desk, grass in the hallway is always present, … Continue reading The Time Is Now
Picture Day
Picture day.... the day in the preseason that breaks up the routine of developing for the start of football season. I am like most coaches worrying that this day will bring lack of focus and unstructured time when building discipline is at the forefront. The process of getting so many new faces dressed, teaching them … Continue reading Picture Day
“Train the Brain”
Coach Ronnie McClurg, my mentor, would say often, “Train The Brain Men!!” He always illustrated mental toughness and how powerful your thoughts were daily. The saying,"Your body can withstand anything, it is your mind you have to convince", could have never been more true. Coach was a firm believer that one could extend their capacity for greatness … Continue reading “Train the Brain”
Water Bottles
I have four children that have different interests from dance, basketball, running, football, horseback riding, soccer, to theatre. I am very thankful to have a diverse family and get to watch them enjoy all of their activities. My son had decided to play football last year for his middle school team. This simple picture defines … Continue reading Water Bottles
The Mirror Test
Remember The Titans..What a Classic Movie With So Many Great Lines: “Split Veer, Like Novacaine, Give It Time Always Works” “Jump On That Ball Like A Starving Man On A Christmas Hen” “If We Don't Come Together, Right Here..., We Too Will Be Destroyed” “What Is Fatigue?? Army Clothes!!” “Water Is For Washing Blood Off That … Continue reading The Mirror Test
3 C’s of Inspiring Stories
We all love an inspiring speaker or movie... I love the dull knot in my stomach when challenged, the painful lump in my throat, the tear down my cheek, and the rush of adrenaline. But Once all the “Emotional Dust” settles in all great impactful stories there are 3 C’s always present: 1) Circumstance of … Continue reading 3 C’s of Inspiring Stories
Lessons from “In-N-Out Burger”
Love this picture taken from the "In-N-Out Burger" right on the UCLA campus. Our staff visited UCLA this Spring and needed a quick bite in between morning practice and our next meeting. When I first met my wife, she lived in California, I loved eating here when visiting her family. I couldn't recall the menu … Continue reading Lessons from “In-N-Out Burger”
Field of Dreams
"Is this Heaven"- John Kinsella "It's Iowa"- Ray Kinsella "I could have sworn this was Heaven"- John Kinsella..... From the Movie "Field of Dreams" Obviously this picture is not from Iowa but is so poetic in the love for coaching this game. A good friend of mine says only you know the feeling when living … Continue reading Field of Dreams
LESSONS FROM THE GOALPOST 