David Smart

social studies teacher, basketball coach, Minnesota sports fan Dad to two beautiful daughters

[Greg Berge @GregBerge]

Marcus Freeman said, “You don’t need to be a captain to be a leader.”

100% Truth -> Leadership is influence.

And everyone has influence on their team.

Being a “Captain” is simply a title.

Remember: Collective leadership WINS.

How are you helping lead your team?

[Greg Berge @GregBerge]

This is Excellent.

Accountability is a cornerstone of team sports.

Parents…

- Remember, it is your child’s experience
- Accept the struggle of team sports
- Allow accountability to occur
- Know your role

Coaches…

- Be clear, concise, & confident
- Over-communicate roles

[Jamy Bechler @CoachBechler]

PLAYERS: There will come a time when your season asks you what you did all summer. Every day is a chance to get better. You don't have to tell anyone how committed you are - just show them!.

[David Smart @david_smarty]

@KevinKochmann @SRuebke I’m getting ready for the season— “damn Darnold cost us the game again”
@SRuebke @KevinKochmann

[David Smart @david_smarty]

@bheintzskol Justin Jefferson

[Kevin Kochmann @KevinKochmann]

Wolves in 5 #Howl @SRuebke @david_smarty @davecpeterson

[Kevin @krruud1]

How many games have these two done over the years. @BirkemeyerJim @david_smarty

[MN BB Coaches Assoc @MN_BCA]

The MBCA extends deepest condolences to the family of Carl Pierson upon his passing. His legacy as an outstanding educator, Coach, community leader, author, MGBCA leader, and family man will have lasting impact on all those he taught, coached, mentored, led, and loved. 🥲

[Jamy Bechler @CoachBechler]

DO YOUR JOB

"You can have all the talent in the world but if you’re not going to listen and be in the right spot every time and be accountable to do your job properly then you’re not going to play." (Julio Jones)

~ via Alabama Football #BamaCuts

[David Smart @david_smarty]

@DrBradJohnson @Breannemarshall Have you not coached?

[Coach Mac 🏀 @BballCoachMac]

Don’t complain about your playing time this season if you weren’t working on your game in the off-season.

[Jon Beck @CoachJonBeck]

Let your kids struggle, fail & lose. Experiencing loss is essential for growth, maturity & learning. Kids aren’t supposed to win all the time. Fake trophies are meaningless. Let them feel & accept failure sometimes. It’s a part of life. You can either prepare them or pamper them!

[David Smart @david_smarty]

@Brink_Thinker McDonalds fries!

[Jon Beck @CoachJonBeck]

Coaches should never have to question your work ethic, commitment, desire, attitude & preparation. It should be 100% obvious. You have total control of these things. There’s no special gene, talent or skill required. Prepare to be your absolute best. Control your control-ables!

[Jon Beck @CoachJonBeck]

Know this: extra work will always be OPTIONAL. Whether it’s HS/College/Pro, no one is going to hold your hand to make you get better. It’s on you. You have to want to be great more than others ever want it for you. Take responsibility for yourself, your game & your improvement!

[David Smart @david_smarty]

@MadScientistFF Eddie Murphy. Axel Foley

[Jon Beck @CoachJonBeck]

Being great is not for everyone. As a player, you truly need to fall in love with a consistent, daily routine. That’s what it takes to be great. Everyone wants to tweet & talk about how hard they want to work to achieve their dreams. Very few follow through with those statements!

[David Smart @david_smarty]

@MNBoy50 @MadScientistFF You’re gonna need a bigger boat