What You Say First After the Game Changes Everything
The first thing you say after your athlete’s game matters more than you think. A simple shift backed by psychology can build confidence, reduce pressure, and strengthen your relationship.
Six Core Values That Built a Championship Culture at Bethel University
When Jason Lewkowicz arrived at Bethel University as Athletic Director in fall 2024, he inherited programs on the verge of something special. By season’s end, the Pilots had stacked national championships, NCAA tournament appearances, and individual athletes competing at the highest levels. But the wins weren’t the story – the way they won was. In his first…
Kyle Mangas – Walking Into the Spurs Facility as a Peer
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Confessions of a Youth Basketball Coach – Part One
The clock expired, sadly, and despite two “well-drawn up” game winning plays, we failed to execute and lost the game by a point. I walked off the court, dejected, wondering where I went wrong. It crossed my mind, the parents sitting in the stands questioning my call. It crossed my mind that I hadn’t preprepared our team well enough. It crossed my mind that I could have, SHOULD have, done better.