Jeremy Schroeder

Director of Athletics/Activities, Standing Bear HS- Lincoln, Nebraska -Patience & Faith-#servantleadership -my views are my own-

[Jeremy Schroeder @jschroed77]

Life is hard, life is not fair- learn to handle the hard things! #Gritwins
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[Greg Berge @GregBerge]

Talent is overrated.

Tom Brady, a 6th-round pick who became the GOAT, said it:

“You don’t have to be special. You just have to be what most people aren’t. Consistent. Determined. Willing to work for it. No shortcuts.”

Standards win.

Watch🔥.
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[Matt Schick @ESPN_Schick]

Nebrasketball:

[cody mroczek @CodyMroczek]

High school athletes, this is a must listen!! Skills in one sport translate to other sports, but more importantly translate to life skills!! #multisport

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[Dallas Sweet, CAA @DallasSweet]

High school girls remember….when someone tells you that you only need to play one sport, the head coach of the best volleyball team in the land won ✌🏽 basketball 🏀 championships in high school in the same gym she will now coach volleyball 🏐 in daily!

Being a multi sport athlete is important for your development as an athlete, you’ll make memories that last a lifetime, and you’ll be a big part of your community! #nebpreps

[The Winning Difference @thewinningdiff1]

"Do we have show dogs on the team or do we have hunting dogs?

Hunting dogs are focused on discipline, commitment, accountability, doing the right things - getting better.

Show dogs - they are worried about what's my playing time."

Winners don’t just show up; they hunt.

[Lincoln Standing Bear Athletics @LSBGrizzlies]

Varsity 🥎. First official pitch for Grizzlies Varsity Softball! #GoGrizz #ClawsOut

[Greg Berge @GregBerge]

ATHLETES: As you start your fall sports season, ask yourself...

What role can you bring to your team that will help your team succeed?

Here is one thing you can do...

Be a Spark Plug for your TEAM.

How do you do it?

Here are 6 Ways...

1: BE VERBAL
Winning teams Communicate on the court or field! “A quiet gym is a losing gym.” Be verbal. Talk for your teammates. Communication is contagious. It builds energy and Fuels a team!

2: TOUCHES, HIGH-FIVES, FIST BUMPS
The NBA once did a study on “touches.” Steve Nash led the NBA in “touches”…239 per game. He was the MVP. His team WON. In the NBA…Winning teams had the MOST Touches! Spark your team with Positive touches.

3: BE AN ENERGY GIVER
Winning teams have energy givers. They bring Positive Energy to every practice and every game. These players are critical to team success. Be an energy giver and be a Spark Plug for your team!

4: ➕ BODY LANGUAGE
Body Language Screams! Make eye contact. Sit up. Be alert. Nod in affirmation. Smile. Be confident. Positive body language creates positive energy! It is Contagious!

5: CHALLENGE A TEAMMATE
Sometimes, your teammates are not bringing the spark. They may not be playing Hard! Sometimes they need to be challenged. Leaders Challenge when needed. Be this Leader!

6: MAKE A HUSTLE PLAY
Want to get your team going? Dive for a loose ball! Take a charge! Make an extra pass! Set a great screen! Make a hustle play. Hustle plays are selfless. They show the team what is needed to win. They bring a SPARK!
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[Lincoln Standing Bear Athletics @LSBGrizzlies]

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[Greg Berge @GregBerge]

6 Rules for Sports Parents:

1. It’s your child’s experience, not yours
2. Accept the struggle of team sports
3. Don’t ruin the ‘car ride home’
4. Be a good role model
5. Celebrate the team
6. Make memories

Be a Sports Parent your child can be proud of.

[Lincoln Standing Bear Athletics @LSBGrizzlies]

Get signed up for Standing Bear Summer clinics! Keep checking, Volleyball clinics coming soon!

[Greg Berge @GregBerge]

Everything starts with commitment.

Committed players create committed teams.

Committed teams WIN 🏆.

[Derrick Walker @derric__k]

This is for all of us!! Let’s go Huskers!! Make History!! GBR!!

[Kevin DeShazo @KevinDeShazo]

Mental toughness is not just needed in high-pressure situations or extreme circumstances.

In reality, it's a daily practice of self-discipline, focus, and resilience that helps you handle any challenge life throws your way.

Make your mindset your advantage.

[Greg Berge @GregBerge]

Team Culture is Fragile.

It takes daily attention.

Here are 10 things that can HURT a Team Culture

Drip by Drip.

1: Showing up Late

Being late tells your team that ME > WE. This is a dangerous place to go. Respect your teammates time. Respect your coaches time. Be on time.

2: Skipping Reps

Every rep creates a habit. Skipping reps is how you get worse as a player. This is how you get worse as a team. This is a culture killer.

3: Not Holding others Accountable

All teams need leaders. If leaders don’t hold others accountable. The team culture loses. The team loses.

4: Bad Body Language

Body Language screams. Want to destroy a culture. Bring negative energy with bad body language.

5: Taking Plays Off

Can I Trust you as my teammate? Not if you take plays off. If you play when you want to play. You will kill your culture.

6: Complaining about your Role

Not happy at about your role? Want to hurt the team? Complain about your role. This will eat away at your culture and hurt your team.

7: Bad Mouthing your Teammates

Easy way to hurt your team and kill your culture. Talk bad about your teammates. It will eat at your culture every time.

8: Sloppy Practices

Sloppy practices = sloppy games. They create bad habits. They eat away at culture. Mediocrity follows.

9: Not focused on Details

Details win games. Not focusing on details loses games. Skip details and impact your culture.

10: No Eye Contact

Tells the coach you don’t care. Tells your teammates you don’t care. Tells the team it is all about you. Note: there are some cultures where this is accepted. Know your players.

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[Lincoln Standing Bear Athletics @LSBGrizzlies]

Come and see what all the excitement is about, & find out why you should be a Grizzly! All sports will compete at Varsity & lower levels next year. So many exciting opportunities! #ClawsOut #GoGrizz #BuildingTraditions

[Greg Berge @GregBerge]

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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[Lincoln Standing Bear Athletics @LSBGrizzlies]

Standing Bear is Looking for an energetic & knowledgeable coach to lead the Inaugural Girls Wrestling Program This is an opportunity to build a program in one of the fastest growing sports around!
Contact the Standing Bear Athletic office for information 402-436-1315
#GoGrizz

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Early Break w/ Sip, Jake & Bill Busch: September 11th, 2023 https://t.co/uyxDsHWJSG

[Jeremy Schroeder @jschroed77]

Sportsmanship & keeping the important things 1st!
#GoGrizz

[Coach Vint @coachvint]

🚨Everyone needs to give this a listen!

Randall Zimmerman from Junction City, Kansas gives coaching 101.

💥 “7.6% of kids will play college sports, but 100% of them will be adults.”

How are we using our platform to prepare them for adulthood?