It’s that time of the year! We are hosting three amazing camps. Our advanced camp is July 17th-18th, and it is an overnight camp. July 19th is our all skills camp. And July 20th is our Lil Panther camp. We look forward to hosting you on our campus ! Link in our bio to sign up!!
"This thing about grit is real.
It is about competing.
It is about pushing yourself.
It is about striving to be at your best.
Nobody else controls this but you.
You have an opportunity to create your own value.
Let's get a little gritty." -Pete Carroll
Best under the radar coaching performance so far this season…
NAIA LSU Shreveport MBB head coach Kyle Blankenship took on additional duties as the WBB HC just days before the season started after a late change was made.
His men’s team is currently 13-3 and the women are 14-2 (27-5 on the season). The teams are also a combined 15-2 at home.
The women are in first place in the Red River Athletic Conference (10-0) have ripped off 12 W’s in a row.
The men are 8-2 in the RRAC and tied in the loss column for first.
He’s got it rollin’ in Shreveport
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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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As a coach I would LOVE to see a defensive highlight tape! Diving on the floor, taking charges, keeping the ball in front, showing help side defense. RECRUITS: drop the film below!