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[DeChon Burns @dburns26]

Think b4 you speak...you words paint a picture of what you think about yourself. DON'T BE that guy, be THAT GUY! #MakeADifference

[CoachJay_4 @thakidjay4]

@mattlasker Hey coach you got a link to the newb7vs7 playbook from YouTube?!

[CoachJay_4 @thakidjay4]

#JustCoach

[Greg Berge @GregBerge]

Some WISDOM for Young Coaches.

I was a Head Coach at 26. A Principal at 33. I have been doing both for the last 11.

I have learned a lot about coaching and leadership.

Here are 9 of the most important things I have learned...

1: PLAYERS NOT PLAYS
In pressure situations, do not worry about plays. Focus on players. It is so easy to worry about a "play." In reality, players win. Get the ball in the "player's hand who will make the right "play."

2: LEARN the 20-40-60 RULE ASAP
The earlier you learn this as a coach, the better off you will be.

- In your 20's - you worry about what others think.
- In your 40's - you don't care what others think.
- In your 60's - you realize no one was thinking of you to begin with!

3: PLAY THE LONG GAME WITH CULTURE
Culture Wins. Culture is a long game, but culture is fragile. Culture is...

- What you Allow.
- What you Emphasize.
- Every Day.

Focus on your culture every day. Every decision you make defines your culture.

4: RELATIONSHIPS FIRST
Coaching is about managing and leading people. And leading people is always about relationships. Don't ever lose sight of this. Focus on people.

5: SIMPLICITY WINS
Can you explain your offensive or defensive philosophy in 8 words or less? You should. And your players should, too. Simple wins.

6: GIVE UP SOME CONTROL
As a young coach, I tried to control how we played. I coached BB like I coached FB, play-by-play. I have since learned to teach kids how to play and not try to control every movement. It is much more enjoyable for everyone, and success has followed.

7: FIND A GREAT MENTOR
I was lucky. I had a 30-year coaching legend as my assistant coach. His wisdom was priceless. One time, I had a sticky decision with a player/parent. I was grounded on principle. I was lucky to have my mentor.

8: CONNECT WITH COACHING COLLEAGUES
Coaching is hard. The skill set needed to do a good job is incredible. You are also on an island at times. Connect with your coaching colleagues on a personal level. The relationships are lifelong and priceless.

9: FAMILY FIRST
Don't lose sight of your time. Don't lose sight of your commitment. Always make time for your kids and family. Done right, raising kids in a coaching household has incredible rewards!

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[Greg Berge @GregBerge]

The Best Coaches Build Relationships.

How do you Build Relationships with your Players?

- Love them
- Push them
- Be genuine
- Talk to them
- Listen to them
- Believe in them
- Encourage them
- Laugh with them
- Hold them accountable

What would you add?

[Greg Berge @GregBerge]

What do Coaches Love in a Player?

Here are 11 of them...

1. Hustle
2. Stay late
3. Work Hard
4. Be committed
5. Be coachable
6. Show up early
7. Lead by example
8. Encourage others
9. Bring positive energy
10. Be a good teammate
11. Have an optimistic attitude

[Coach Vint @coachvint]

🔥Every coach should watch this!

‼️This is championship mentality in practice.

⁉️Are you “living and dying by that moment in practice,” or are you just getting a rep?

🔑Make it matter in practice by creating pressure through intense competition.

[Linda smith @lindasmith_X]

Head Coach
Coordinators
Position Coaches

Coaches don’t forget there’s a “totem pole” to a staff.

Whether you agree w/ what’s done by the guy at the top or above you, your job is to DO YOUR JOB!

If you can’t get in line with that, you should part ways.

It’s That Simple.

[Coach Dan Casey @CoachDanCasey]

Advice for Young Play Callers:

Install less than you think you need. Rep it more than you think you need to.

[Chris Cauley @ckaullee]

@thakidjay4

[CoachJay_4 @thakidjay4]

I need to be on here more....🍊

[CoachJay_4 @thakidjay4]

Woke up still stoked for Izzy!!! Bit down on his mouthpiece and knocked bruh out 👊🏾

[CoachJay_4 @thakidjay4]

They fell for the ol school naked bootleg?!? Come on defense

[bruce eien @bruceeien]

Last night Bruce passed away into the arms of his Savior.

[CoachJay_4 @thakidjay4]

@bruceeien Rest easy coach. Thank you for sharing your FAT formation 🙏🏾💙

[CoachJay_4 @thakidjay4]

Niiinnneeeeerrrrs!!!!!!!!

[Coach Hines 🇺🇸 @CoachKurtHines]

Underclassmen – Do yourself a favor, and ask to sit down (1 on 1), with the senior that you have the greatest respect for.

Ask them what their greatest regrets are over the past four years, ask them what they would do differently, ask what they’re most proud of, & TRULY LISTEN!

[University of Redlands @UofRedlands]

George is the first official Bulldog mascot with chocolate brown fur. He likes that about himself. Don't forget to vote on his middle name at
https://t.co/yCvActpRjW #mascot

[CoachJay_4 @thakidjay4]

@mattlasker You at Glazier in Los Angeles this weekend?!

[CoachJay_4 @thakidjay4]

Wooooow!!!! #NightNight