Bryce Means

Basketball Coach| Westville Yellowjackets|
55pf Basketball

[Bryce Means @brycemeans]

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[Kevin Durant @KDTrey5]

I remember asking assistant coach Mo Cheeks, what’s harder to do? Workout after practice or before?? I only asked cuz by time I would get to the gym, Russ was already done in the morning and I usually got mine in after practice. Mo like, “coming in before practice is probably harder”…since then, it’s been my routine….a lot of people looked at the emotions on the court and thought Russ was loud, nah to me, he was quiet and methodical. He lead by example and once the lights were bright, he let everything out and experienced pure freedom. It was inspiring as his teammate and everywhere I went, I seen it inspire people from all walks of life, crazy thing is, he didn’t say much, he just showed up. For 18 years. This basketball life is sacred to us as professionals, what we put into that court means everything. Some of us wish we could go back and do things with a little more intent and some can just wipe their hands and be satisfied with the time spent. Who u gonna be? We know what zero was on…keep inspiring in the next phase of life champ. I don’t care what happens, can’t erase what it was…The first YNs, finals run in our early 20s, all star games, seeing each other get injured and bounce back, the bus rides, plane rides, card games, jokes and arguments, the whole thing, memorable!! …to the whole Westbrook family, Nina, the kids, mama Westbrook, big Russ, Ray, Donnell, everybody from luezinger high and ucla and many more that I’m forgettin, much love and Congratulations on a iconic career.

[MFFL @Mavs_FFL]

BREAKING: COOPER FLAGG IS HEADING TO DALLAS 🚨🚨

#MFFL

[Tyler Davis @TylerDavis93]

“Everyone put us in a coffin after 0-5…they just forgot the nails.” - Coach Cal

Inject it in my veins. #wps

[Brody Lusk @BrodyLusk247]

#Sooners freshman guard Dayton Forsythe shined in the three-point loss to Ole Miss.

— 25 PTS (Career High)
— 3 AST
— 2 REB
— 7-9 FG
— 4-5 3PT
— 7-7 FT
— 30 MIN

[Greg Berge @GregBerge]

TNT = Takes No Talent 🧨

- Effort
- Energy
- Hustle plays
- Being a great teammate
- Doing the little things right

Talent might get you noticed, but TNT gets you on the floor, keeps you in the lineup, and earns you respect.

Are you dominating the things that Take No Talent?

[Kyrie🤞🏾 @KyrieIrving]

Tribe, GOD first always🤞🏾♾🪶🤞🏾❤️

[Steve Dagostino @DagsBasketball]

YOU HAD A BAD GAME … GOOD

As parents, we want the best for our kids. We want them to crush it on the court. When they don’t, it’s easy to get mad, make excuses, blame other people.
Bad games are a blessing, bc of what we can learn from them. Players should be pissed at bad games… the more we embrace it and support them, the more they’ll use the adversity to grow and become stronger

[KJ @KJScouting]

Central Arkansas Guard Layne Taylor has been one of the top freshmen in the country. So far this season he’s averaging

18 PPG
4 RPG
4 APG
2 SPG
35% 3FG (10 attempts a game)

Taylor’s mix of shooting and playmaking for his age has been extremely impressive, he’s currently the only underclasmen to make at least 40 threes this season and have an AST% of 25. Taylor is a very creative player who has the ability to make shots from anywhere while also making impressive assists.

[Mid-Major Madness @mid_madness]

Layne Taylor. Remember the Name.

[Lee Taft @leetaft]

Do you really think playing 4, 5, 6 sometimes 8-bball games in a weekend at an AAU event is healthy at any level??

1-2 well played games w/ great intensity, concentration, effort is all that's needed. Enjoy rest of weekend as a kid w/ friends and family.

[Jamy Bechler @jamybechler]

HOW YOU PRACTICE IS WHO YOU ARE

"How you practice is who you are. Nobody wants a complainer. I want somebody smart, tough, fast, disciplined with character." @DeionSanders

[Coach Mac 🏀 @BballCoachMac]

"Shooting 100 game speed shots is more valuable than 500 lazy shots.

Lazy shooting is a waste of time"

- Jeff Hornacek

[Hoop Herald @TheHoopHerald]

Great stuff 👇

[NBACentral @TheDunkCentral]

Kyrie Irving
Klay Thompson
Luka Doncic
PJ Washington
Dereck Lively

What a starting 5 🔥

[Kyrie🤞🏾 @KyrieIrving]

Tribe, stay together no matter what. The mission is bigger than us. Continue to put God 1st through all endeavors.

Hélà🤞🏾🪶♾❤️

[Luka Dončić @lukadoncic]

Playoff time #mffl

[MavsMuse @MavsMuse]

Luka Dončić this season:

• 34/9/10
• 1st in points
• 2nd in assists
• 73 point game (4th highest ever)
• First 33/9/9 season in NBA history
• Most 30-PT TD’s since MVP Russ
• 1st in 25-point games
• 1st in 35-point games
• 1st in 40-point games
• 1st in 45-point games
• 2nd in 3’s made
• Top 10 in steals
• 61.7% TS
• Highest scoring season in Mavs history
• Most PPG + RPG + APG since the merger.
• Most consecutive 25 point triple-doubles ever
• Most consecutive 30 point triple-doubles ever
• Lifted Mavs from 11 seed to 5 seed
• Most games missed by teammates among all playoff teams
• Mavs 50+ wins
• Mavs 1st in clutch win%
• 6th best record in entire NBA

— One of the greatest seasons of all time. He is the MVP.

[Greg Berge @GregBerge]

Coaching isn't a job.

It is a calling.

One that few will ever understand.

Here are 10 Truths of Being a COACH.

1: Spousal Support is Crucial - Coaching can strain family life. A supportive spouse is a must. There is no other way.

2: It's a 24/7 Commitment - Coaching is more than a job; it's a way of life. You'll spend tons of time planning, analyzing, and strategizing. It will consume your mind and thinking. But when your team succeeds, it's all worth it!

3: Critics Will Come - It is unfortunate, but it is what it is. No matter how well you do, there will always be critics. Accept it; you know your team best.

4: There will be Highs and Lows - It is guaranteed. But the highs will be some of the best memories in your life. And the lows will be great learning opportunities for everyone. It prepares everyone for life.

5: Don’t do it for $$$ - High School Coaching doesn't pay much, but it's not about that. It's a calling, a lifestyle driven by love for the game and helping young athletes grow and develop to be their best. It is about building a TEAM.

6. Success Takes Time - Building a great team requires patience. There will be ups and downs, but stick with it, and you'll see results. Building a positive team culture is the #1 job of a coach. Do not forget this.

7: You Will be Humbled - I promise. Coaching is a very humbling profession. You will have very tough losses, and you will wonder how it happened. Never assume anything. Working with 16-17-year-old kids promises many surprises!

8: You Won't Please Everyone - Tough decisions come with the job. Not everyone will agree. Remember, you're working for the team's benefit, not just one person. Make yourself happy. Don't try to please others.

9. Players Need to Want It - As a coach, you can inspire and motivate, but players must want success. Encourage hard work, commitment, and goal-setting; let them own their success.

10. It is Always Worth It - Despite the challenges, coaching is incredibly rewarding. Seeing your players become strong, confident individuals is priceless. Watching your team win when the odds are stacked against you is inspiring. Winning a Championship is incredible!

Choose to Coach.

We need you!
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[Coach Phillip Small, CAA @PhillipSmall]

We are losing good coaches every day. The toll of unreasonable parents, lack of admin support, schools & leagues adding more (useless) trainings, unimaginable hours, & lack of being appreciated generally wins out. Hang in there, coaches, you make a difference in people’s lives!