Erik Bell

Assistant Coach Boys Basketball/Boys Golf - De Soto High School

[Jon Beck @CoachJonBeck]

It’s great to post “blessed to receive an offer” or make a college commitment, but don’t dare be satisfied or think you are already good enough. You’re not. It’s only the very beginning. It’s very competitive, not to mention an entirely different level than what you’re used to!

[Jon Beck @CoachJonBeck]

Parents get mad at school coaches when their kids don’t play as much as they think they should. They feel they’ve invested so much time & money that their kid should be playing more when reality is they’ve thrown money away for the last decade on pointless training & AAU teams.🤷🏻‍♂️

[Shawn Siemers @Siemers_XC_TF]

Kid showed up 10 minutes late to practice last Thursday.
Freshman.
Third week on the team.
Still learning how everything works.

I didn't say anything.
Just moved the practice forward without him.

He jogged up, quiet, and slid into the back of the group.
Everyone kept moving.

During the cool-down, I saw two of our leaders pull him aside by the fence.

Couldn't hear what they said.
Didn't need to.

Just watched them talk — calm, serious, no raised voices.
The kid nodding.
Listening.

Thursday afternoon, 4:47 PM, my phone buzzes:
"Won't happen again, Coach. My bad."

I never tell new coaches this is what's possible because they don't believe me.

They think you have to enforce everything.
Make the call on every situation.
Be the one who holds the line.

But when your architecture is clear — when everyone understands what the goal demands — the team regulates itself.

Those leaders weren't doing me a favor.
They were protecting something they built.

I don't police alignment.
The standard does.

[Joel Thaemert @soonerj25]

@CruitsCoachDW This guy has worked through tough times and is better for it. From D1 to JUCO now to the powerhouse CMU. So proud of him. De Soto kid that grinded through adversity.

[Sports Psychology @SportPsychTips]

Attention to detail is what separates the great from the good. While most athletes ignore the small details, the best athletes leave nothing to chance when it comes to their training, preparation, and performance.

[Erik Bell @ebjhawk3]

Don’t think you get to do this everyday…I do. Work with my best friend and do this. Love it. 🏀👊

[Jon Beck @CoachJonBeck]

Parents: Your kids have a .000001% of playing a professional sport

Yet through sports done the right way, your kids have a 100% chance of building resiliency, learning life lessons, developing relationships & gaining confidence

Sports done the right way are the ultimate teacher

[Hoop Herald @TheHoopHerald]

For HS Players trying to earn a spot on a Mid Major Roster - These are the types of dudes that you are competing with for spots

• 6th season
• Played at Kentucky, Xavier, Florida State
• 23 Years Old
• Averaging 17 and 9 at High Point

https://t.co/D9Wz3B0PTe

[Hoop Herald @TheHoopHerald]

Young Hoopers

Learn to play off two feet

It will take your game to another level

[DHS Football @Football_DeSoto]

DHS football game at Blue Valley Southwest tonight has an adjusted kick off time of 6pm due to incoming weather. Football players need to check the band app for an updated schedule for team meal. Spread the word! #OTP

[Eric O’Flaherty @EOF34]

5 total college offers between two cy young winners. Probably not a big deal if your 12 yr old has a rough tournament.

[DHS Football @Football_DeSoto]

Wildcat Nation we are up for the KPreps game of the week! Get out and vote!

[DHS Football @Football_DeSoto]

Wildcat Nation, we are up for the Team of the Week! Please get out and vote! Go Wildcats!

[DHS Football @Football_DeSoto]

What a privelege to have @Shwatts32 speak to our team today! Shane had a great message about the value of consistency & enjoying the HS football experience! Thank you Shane for your time & example! We are so proud of you & wish you the best! Once a Wildcat, always a Wildcat!

[DHS Football @Football_DeSoto]

Wildcat Nation,
We would greatly appreciate your support as we get ready for our upcoming fall season! Please consider donating if you are able. Thank you in advance for your support throughout the season! https://t.co/8A0fbJUHFm

[De Soto Wildcats @DeSotoWildcats]

Fall sports start tomorrow! Please note some updated times because of the heat forecasted. See today’s Growl for more information.

[Kansas Sports Central @KSSCentral]

#20 – De Soto Wildcats 🐾

The Wildcats take the 20th spot in our Kansas High School Football Preseason Top 25. De Soto will face a competitive United Kansas League schedule.

[Kansas Sports Central @KSSCentral]

Some of the best green high school football helmets in the state 🟢

Who has the best green helmet in Kansas? 🟩