Dave Nelson

BC. Volleyball and golf coach. Canucks fan. Tweets and posts are my own

[Dave Nelson @mrdnelson]

@GregBerge Pre game smiles and laughter. Post game smiles and laughter.

[UBC Thunderbirds @ubctbirds]

👟 TF | Sonya Urbanowicz made NAIA history to lead a fantastic opening day for @ubctrack at the NAIA National Championships in North Carolina 🦅

Day 1 Recap 👇

https://t.co/BgaIcRpTHv

[Dave Nelson @mrdnelson]

@GoldenKnights @RyanCoghlan Atta guy

[CanucksArmy @CanucksArmy]

Thanks for the memories, Jim 💙 💚

(🎥: Canucks094 | YouTube)

[Patti Bacchus @pattibacchus]

I can't think of a better time to stop giving BC's private schools *hundreds of millions* of public funding a year, and redirect that to BC's cash-strapped public school districts. #bcpoli #bced

[Dave Nelson @mrdnelson]

@justBlakePrice Need a sub for Woolen. Hawks 3-1 despite his bad penalties late in games.

[Sportsnet 650 @Sportsnet650]

The @abbycanucks are the 2025 Calder Cup Champions!!

@SatiarShah and @danriccio_ have the post game show next!!

Get your calls and texts in!!

LISTEN: https://t.co/mDLZc4FsGl

[Abbotsford Canucks @abbycanucks]

YOUR ABBOTSFORD CANUCKS ARE THE 2025 CALDER CUP CHAMPIONS! 🏆

[Dave Nelson @mrdnelson]

@TaylorMadeCA @GolfTalkCanada ❤️

[Dave Nelson @mrdnelson]

@justBlakePrice This team knows they won’t make the playoffs. Quittin time

[Darren Laur - White Hatter Team 🇨🇦 @DarrenLaur]

Ditch The Ban & Embrace The Plan - Intentional Tech Use For Schools https://t.co/JLTr9qvYbb #digitalliteracy #onlinesafety #schools

[Dave Nelson @mrdnelson]

@FarhanLaljiTSN Need a new video team. Challenges have been questionable all season.

[Dave Nelson @mrdnelson]

@educationweek May never stop cell phones. Need to ban social media like Australia did.

[Greg Berge @GregBerge]

How do you DESTROY a Team Culture?

Drip by Drip…

1. Skip reps
2. Show up late
3. Blame others
4. Take-off plays
5. Negative energy
6. No accountability
7. Sloppy in practice
8. No team cohesion
9. No communication
10. Bad body language
11. Complain about calls

How do I define Culture?

- Culture is what you allow.
- Culture is what you emphasize.
- Culture is EVERY DAY.

Protect Your Culture.

Culture WINS🏆

[Greg Berge @GregBerge]

Peyton Manning once said, "I am a huge believer in being coached.”

Great players embrace coachability - it’s the key to growth and success.

So, what does being coachable really look like?

Here are 6 ways players show coachability:

1. Active Listening: Coachable players pay close attention to their coach's instructions and feedback. They listen attentively, demonstrating respect for the coach's expertise and a willingness to learn.

2. Open to Feedback: Coachable players welcome constructive criticism and use it for improvement. They don't take feedback personally; they see it as valuable information to enhance their skills.

3. Implementing Feedback: Coachable players take the feedback they receive and actively work to apply it in their practice and performance. They're proactive in making the necessary adjustments based on the coach's guidance.

4. Adaptability: These players are flexible and open to trying new techniques or strategies the coach suggests. They understand that adaptation is essential for growth and success in their sport.

5. Respect for the Coach: Respect is fundamental to coachability. Players who respect their coach's authority and experience are willing to learn and trust the coach's guidance.

6. Positive Attitude: Coachable athletes maintain a positive and enthusiastic attitude. They approach practices and games with a willingness to learn, even when faced with challenges, and they inspire their teammates with dedication.
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[Greg Berge @GregBerge]

Being a Head Coach is Hard Work.

After 30 years of conversations with coaches, here are…

9 Things Coaches Want Parents to Understand:

1️⃣ We CARE about your child.
Even if they don’t get much playing time, we value them. Everyone has a role, and every role matters. Help us celebrate their contributions.

2️⃣ Coaching takes TIME.
Only coaches and their spouses truly understand the commitment. We sacrifice family time for your child. We don’t need applause - just respect.

3️⃣ We LOVE what we do.
But it’s a tough job. Please help us keep our joy. Coaches are leaving the profession too often. Support us, don’t tear us down.

4️⃣ We want to WIN more than you do.
We’re deeply competitive. We see your child at every practice and base decisions on what’s best for the team. Trust us.

5️⃣ Everything is EARNED.
Playing time isn’t given - it’s earned. Encourage your child to work harder: hit the gym, practice, and commit.

6️⃣ Trust the PROCESS.
Sports are the ultimate lab setting for life. Challenges are part of the journey. The life lessons will last far longer than the scoreboard.

7️⃣ Winning is HARD.
Other teams work hard too. Winning isn’t guaranteed. Learning to win, and lose, with grace is critical.

8️⃣ Your child GETS it.
They understand their role better than you might think. Don’t feed insecurities by questioning the coach - it hurts your child and the team.

9️⃣ This is YOUR CHILD’S experience, not yours.
Let them enjoy it with your full support. Be positive. Be a fan. Tell them you LOVE watching them play.

Let’s work together to create the best experience for your child and the team!

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[The Vancouver Sun @VancouverSun]

B.C. Election: Conservative education plan would reinstate provincial exams, end SOGI 123 https://t.co/oz63WXNZhL

[Old Canada Series @oldcanadaseries]

The Dieppe Raid happened 82 years ago today. At dawn on August 19th, 1942, nearly 5000 Canadian troops supported by British commandos assaulted the port and the neighbouring villages of Puys and Pourville. The raid was a disaster: the German defences were fully alerted and stronger than expected and the Canadians lacked adequate naval and air support.

It was Canada’s worst single-day loss of the war, 807 died and 1946 were captured. Another 100 Canadians died in captivity, many of battle wounds. Only 2110 returned to Britain. Some historians insist that the lessons learned at Dieppe contributed to the success of later Allied landings; others argue the raid was just a poorly-planned blunder.

[Dave Nelson @mrdnelson]

@Super70sSports Not to mention the carnage left in the hallway running over kids who wouldn’t get out of the way…

[Dave Nelson @mrdnelson]

@FriedgeHNIC wondering how often a team signs a player that they trade for the rights of? I.e. Tanev and Guentzel. Can’t be 100% can it?