Kevin Self

Tech-Minded, Growth-Mindset, Assist. Principal and Ath. Director at Kepley MS for USD 214, Former Biology Teacher, Former Football Coach, Father, and Husband.

[Kevin Self @KevinSelf67]

School sports aren’t just about developing better athletes.

They’re about developing better PEOPLE with character and integrity for LIFE.

This is why we #ChooseSchoolSports!

Encourage students you know to talk to us about participating!

https://t.co/l4LAeoOvpI

[Jamy Bechler @CoachBechler]

LEADERSHIP IS LONELY

"If you are going to be a leader, you’re not going to please everybody. You have to hold people accountable. Even if you have that moment of being uncomfortable." (Kobe Bryant)

~ via @ChambersHoops

[Greg Berge @GregBerge]

Raising an Athlete is Hard.

Your approach matters.

Here are 5 Critical Lessons for Sports Parents.

1. It is your child’s experience, not yours.
You must remember that this athletic journey is your child's, not yours. Allow them to own their successes AND failures. Support them without dictating their path.

2. Team Focus
As much as you love your child, remember it is a TEAM sport. It's all about the team, not just your child. Teach them the value of teamwork and collective success. Show them how to sacrifice ME for WE. Celebrate their teammates' Successes! Do not compare.

3. Embrace the Struggle
Accept the struggle of team sports. Embrace the highs and lows. Help your child understand the value of perseverance and resilience. Struggles are part of growth and character building.

4. Navigate, Don't Plow
Be there for support, not to clear all obstacles. Allow them to navigate challenges and learn resilience. Being a snowplow parent denies them the chance to grow.

5. Find Joy in the Journey
Find happiness in the entire sports experience. Celebrate the small victories and lessons learned. The journey’s highs and lows are equally valuable. Teach your child to cherish every moment, win or lose.

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[Jamy Bechler @CoachBechler]

Excuses are for people who don't want it bad enough.

[Scott Goodheart @goody_scott]

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Want to be a soccer official?!

If you are interested in becoming a soccer official or just want to become more comfortable on the pitch!

Please consider joining one of four FREE officiating clinics on Saturday, March 2nd.

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[Alan Stein, Jr. @AlanSteinJr]

You need to work to star in your role to the best of your ability. You star in the role you have. You work for the role you want.

[Jamy Bechler @CoachBechler]

PLAYERS: Whether you are starting or sitting on the bench, your team is YOUR TEAM. It's 'we', 'us', and 'ours', not 'they', 'them', or 'their'. Win or lose, playing or sitting, you are responsible for being a good teammate, positive leader, energy-giver, and verbal encourager.

[Proactive Coach @Proactivecoach]

No matter how much experience or success you have had... keep growing!!

[Aspen Institute Sports & Society @AspenInstSports]

"Sport is a game and we are stealing it from our children." Powerful video from @fundaciobrafa.

[Scott Garvis C.M.A.A. @PocketAD_]

Attention Parents: Love ❤️ the Education Based Athletics Journey! It’s about the journey! Our students learn so much through their participation in education based athletics. It’s not about starting, it’s not about recognition, trophies 🏆 it’s not about college scholarships… it’s truly about learning life lessons!

[Jay Hammes @SafeJay]

Any Athletic Director could learn more leadership techniques by reading this book. ⁦@NIAAA9100⁩ ⁦@NFHS_Org⁩ #leadership

[The Coaches' Journal @TheCoachJournal]

Reliable: "I want to get there early."
Unreliable: "I forgot to set my alarm."

Reliable: "Let's get some extra reps."
Unreliable: "Let's get this over with."

Reliable: "That's not how we do things."
Unreliable: "They won't even know."

Show up. Do the work. Lead the way.

[Champions 101 @Champions_101]

Champions 101 for Sports Parents...

"Struggling builds the perseverance required for us – and for our kids – to finish the race we've set out to run. It's part of the process of becoming our best."

Read "Don't Skip the Struggle" here: https://t.co/AfHn8CJnk3

[Scott Garvis C.M.A.A. @PocketAD_]

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of a good friend to many of us in the AD profession @NIAAA9100 Bill Fitzgerald @billyfitz54 a true legend in the world of athletic administration. Bill served as the Executive Director of the @Nsiaaa1Nsiaaa His contributions to the sports world will never be forgotten, & his legacy will continue to inspire generations to come. Rest in peace, Bill Fitzgerald." #BillFitzgerald #AthleticDirector #Legacy #RIP

[Jamy Bechler @CoachBechler]

10 SHIPS BEFORE A CHAMPIONSHIP

~ via @JR_Sandlin

[Champions 101 @Champions_101]

Champions 101 for Athletes…

“When you make the difficult choice to focus your time, your energy, and your attention on the controllable, you’re choosing the way of the champion.”

Read “The Power You Possess” here: https://t.co/bwgzKjZWn1

[Kaleb Stoppel @DrKalebStoppel]

.@PocketAD_ Scott Garvis, CMAA joining Kansas ADs today at our @KIAAAks Spring Conference. Excellent learning opportunity ahead! Thank you, Scott!

[Jamy Bechler @CoachBechler]

A team's culture becomes stronger when a player reminds a teammate....

"THAT'S NOT HOW WE DO THINGS HERE"

[Trafford Hannon @TraffordHannon]

Unconditional commitment to this team!

Playing time
Starting
Bad game
Bad call
Tired
Frustrated at coach
Foul trouble

☝️☝️☝️☝️

Unconditional commitment doesn’t allow any of the above to change your focus, energy, engagement, or commitment to yourself or the TEAM!

[Rich Barton @RichfieldRich]

-Average age of high school officials nation-wide is 53 years old. 57% of officials indicated that sportsmanship is getting worse post pandemic.

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