Tony Overton

Sports Nut, Former Stetson University Basketball Player, Family Man

[Tony Overton @OriginalCoachO]

If you have or know of a player interested in playing Traveling AAU BASKETBALL next season, give Midwest Explosion a look. Grades 5-10 are currently being put together. The next tryout is 9/14. If the player is not able to make tryouts, please reach out. Starts late March.

[Tony Overton @OriginalCoachO]

Our morning numbers are growing! Can’t wait to see the work and dedication payoff! Don’t be the guy that gets left behind! SOME is better than NONE! #getsome #family

[Tony Overton @OriginalCoachO]

@DonnieJones @StetsonMBB Coach…. The Hatters represented well! After seeing UCONN steamroll through every game it was apparent they were by far the best team in the tournament. The start of the second half versus UCONN from @StetsonMBB was impressive. Keep grinding!

[Tony Overton @OriginalCoachO]

Not many from Purdue entering the Portal! Parents of High School athletes should listen to this. Character building and winning environment is guaranteed if players buy in. #winner

[Tri-Village High School Boys Basketball @TriVillageHoops]

GOLD!!!!!

[Tony Overton @OriginalCoachO]

@ehoff23 Enjoy E! I Couldn’t make the trip to Brooklyn. I was hoping for a Midwest Bracket. It’s been a long time coming. Tony Overton

[Tony Overton @OriginalCoachO]

First time EVER! @StetsonMBB going to the Dance!

[Atlantic Sun Conference @ASUNSports]

🏆Dancing in DeLand! 🏆

@StetsonMBB is heading to the Big Dance after defeating Austin Peay in the #ASUNMBB Championship Final! 💯

#ASUNBuilt | #GoHatters 🤠

[Josh Smith @josh_11_smith]

STEPHAN D. SWENSON‼️‼️‼️

[Tony Overton @OriginalCoachO]

Congratulations @DonnieJones @StetsonMBB on an outstanding season. One more before the dance! See ya Sunday!

[Tony Overton @OriginalCoachO]

Congratulations to Ethan, Matt snd Trevor. Way to represent the Ansonia community! #family

[WOAC Sports @WOACSports]

The WOAC announces the 2023-24 Boys Basketball All-League Honors.

Preble Shawnee Senior wing player Mason Shrout repeats as Conference Player of the Year & Arrows Coach Jake Turner was "Coach of the Year" winning the WOAC with an 11-0 record.

Story at https://t.co/3bopgnEV8y

[Tony Overton @OriginalCoachO]

We appreciate these ladies! #family

[Ansonia Athletics @AnsoniaTigersAD]

🚨State Bound! Our Dance teams qualify for State in both the Large Kick Division and Small Hip-Hop Division!

[The Winning Difference @thewinningdiff1]

"Run hard when it gets hard to run.
Everything starts with discipline.
Practice until you can’t get it wrong - not just until you get it right.
If you don’t respect it enough to do it right-when it’s the right way to do it, how can you be trusted in a game?"
- Nick Saban

[Tony Overton @OriginalCoachO]

Everyone has the ability ,few have the courage.

[Greg Berge @GregBerge]

Being a Head Coach is Hard.

Most people have no idea.

Unless you have done the job, you don't know.

Here are the 8 Realities of Being a HEAD COACH:

1: It will consume you - Coaching is more than just a job - it's a way of life. You'll spend countless hours planning practices, analyzing game footage, and strategizing for the next big game. But when your team succeeds, it makes it all worth it!

2: There will be critics - No matter how well you perform or do your job, there will always be people who criticize your decisions and strategies. Know and Accept this. Remember, you know your team better than anyone.

3: You are not in it for the money - High School Coaching is not a job that pays well, but it's not about the money. It is a calling. It is a lifestyle. It's about the love of the game and the desire to help young athletes grow and develop into their full potential.

4: There is no overnight success - Building a successful team takes time, patience, and dedication. There will be ups and downs, but if you stay the course and keep pushing forward, you'll see the results. The #1 job of a coach is to Build Culture.

5: You need a supportive spouse - This should be #1 on the list for many! Coaching can strain your family. Having a spouse who understands and supports your passion is CRITICAL. Make sure to take the time to show your appreciation and give back.

6: You will not make everyone happy - As a coach, you will make tough decisions that not everyone will agree with. This happens a lot. But remember, you're in it for the team’s benefit, not just one individual. You will never make everyone happy. So make you happy.

7: You can't want it more than the kids - As a coach, you can inspire & motivate your players, but ultimately, they must want it. This can be hard for a younger coach. Encourage them to work hard & set goals. Let them take ownership of their success.

8: It is still WORTH it! - Despite the challenges, being a coach is incredibly rewarding! Watching your players grow & develop into strong, confident young adults is one of the best feelings in the world.

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[Tony Overton @OriginalCoachO]

Happy New Year!

[Tony Overton @OriginalCoachO]

Mental toughness is pushing yourself or being pushed to the brink of quitting, but choosing not to…… achieving something you didn’t think you could = PROGRESS! “Chip away at the stone”. #family

[97.5FM WTGR @WTGR975]

@WOACSports @mvhoopvault @ArcanumAHS

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[Tony Overton @OriginalCoachO]

Great win for our 8th graders! Fought through some adversity. Way to grind! Got some! #family

[Tony Overton @OriginalCoachO]

2-0! Great job ladies!

[Ansonia Athletics @AnsoniaTigersAD]

What a game! Our Tigers defeat Union City in OT!

[WOAC Sports @WOACSports]

As boys basketball season kicks off we preview all 12 teams in the WOAC Conference.

Story at https://t.co/3bopgnEV8y

[PressProsMagazine @PressProsMag]

Join us in recognizing the 13-0 Ansonia Tigers, this week's 'Who's Hot' honorees on Press Pros. Read their story: https://t.co/0FOhvtufqh