Russell Westbrook had offers this offseason with the Sacramento Kings and Washington Wizards but chose to step away from the game on his own terms, sources told @ShamsCharania. https://t.co/LX6lRi0Cgc
Why do some sports parents sit alone?
- No drama.
- No complaining.
- They don’t want to hear ignorance.
- No badmouthing coaches or officials.
- They just want to relax & enjoy the game.
👉 Be part of the solution. Not the problem.
The Boston Celtics are expected to start Payton Pritchard and have Anfernee Simons come off the bench, per @GrantAfseth
“The Boston Celtics appear poised to elevate Payton Pritchard into the starting lineup while using Anfernee Simons as a high-scoring option off the bench for the 2025–26 season if he remains on the roster, sources informed https://t.co/TKhHnuE8ED…The Celtics believe Pritchard has earned the starting job through years of steady development. His familiarity with the system and readiness to handle expanded responsibilities have made him the preferred option to open games at point guard.”
(Via https://t.co/qpHorXxcwt)
The 8 Realities of a HS Coach
1. It will consume you
2. There will be critics
3. You are not in it for the $
4. There is no overnight success
5. You need a supportive spouse
6. You will not make everyone happy
7. You can’t want it more than the kids
8. It is always worth it!
I'm still trying to figure out who of our elected officials truly care about the state of education on Guam. It still isn't clear to me 2.5 years later.
"10 Ways to Be Uncommon:
1. Do the little things
2. Never cut corners
3. Always raise the bar
4. Have an attitude of gratitude
5. Never blame or complain
6. Always tell the truth
7. Lift up teammates
8. Listen to understand
9. Pursue excellence
10. Pay it forward".
Defense isn't a talent. It's a mindset. It's a commitment.
1. Be relentless
2. Be determined
3. Learn to communicate effectively
4. Show mental toughness
5. Help your teammates
Attack every game as if it’s your last.
- You won’t always have the opportunity to play.
- Don't just anticipate the win - EARN it.
- Give every ounce of your effort and leave no doubts.
The court is yours; own it.
You want to win more?
There are 2 steps:
1. Expose the frauds, lose the losers, and weed out the weak.
2. Find winners, sign winners, and develop winners.
14 players on the team
14-8 aren’t happy b/c they aren’t playing very much or at all
8-6 aren’t happy b/c they aren’t starting
5-3 aren’t happy b/c they aren’t getting as many shots as 1&2
2-1 aren’t happy b/c the rest of their team isn’t good
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