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Developing Mental Toughness
By Kevin Marks, Kinesiology and Health Science Professor School of Health Science Solano College It’s intriguing to see individuals who have the ability to stretch themse…
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Old School Leadership for the 21st Century
Are you tired of the mumbo jumbo/ big word leadership phrases of the 21st century? Would you like to see a return to the old school values of character, toughness, and se…
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The Military Analogy and Developing Football Leadership
As we embark upon the "battles" of November that will determine the champions and the standings for future championship pursuits, the opportunities for those involved in …
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Trusting God and Doing What You Do
I’ve never personally met Coach Tony Dungy but, along with my dad, he has helped me to change for the better so that my wife, Stephanie, hasn’t kicked me out of the house…
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Trust Them
Last Saturday, our team played in the ECAC North Atlantic Bowl. This was our fifth consecutive postseason appearance, which is a heck of an achievement for our players. A…
Building Relationships Beyond the Players
By James Housdan, Head Football Coach Parkers Chapel High School (AR) With the start of high school football practice about to begin, coaching staffs are putting the fina…
Time to ENDURE
Character Matters Timeout: ENDURE Coach “Do not grow tired of doing well, for at the proper time you will receive the rewards if you do not give up.” It has been said “It…
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Quality: NOBLE
Quality: NOBLE To be noble is to be outstanding. The best and excellent, all of which make up the “ Inside Stuff ” that is necessary for greatness. To be noble is to poss…
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Character Matters TIMEOUT: Gratitude
Coach The Quality " Gratitude " is something we need to demonstrate more consistently beside just Thanksgiving! The definition is " to make known to others in what ways t…
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Character Matters Timeout: ENERGY
For all activities in life, energy is needed. Energy is the fuel behind your efforts, driving you to your goals. Energy puts the human will into action. Energy in sport c…
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Character Matters Timeout: Stay Balanced
In order to have a well-functioning unit, it is always necessary to maintain balance. All parts working in unison. The same goes for sports. The foundation for any sport …