An Important Speech Last week I had the privilege of being the keynote speaker for Metrolina Christian Academy’s athletic kick-off for the 2023-2024 school year. First let me say how impressed I am with athletic director Ronnie Plyler, his coaches, and the parents and student-athletes of this incredible organization. They have created as healthy a […]
Reporter Paul Domowitch of The33rdTeam.com conducted this interview with Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid. One of the many subjects they covered was what makes his superstar quarterback Patrick Mahomes special. 7 Things That Make Patrick Mahomes Special (Other Than His Physical Gifts) From Coach Reid, we learn the following seven things which make […]
In 1999, Manchester United won what is known as “The Treble.” It is the triple crown of Premier League soccer. This historic team won the Premier League, FA Cup, and League Cup. An Unusual Request As the following season approached, striker Dwight Yorke approached the team’s legendary manager Sir Alex Ferguson with an unusual request. […]
One of the books I am looking most forward to reading this fall is John Harris’s Tomlin: The Soul of a Football Coach. Click HERE of on the image provided to pre-order. For those of you who do not know, Tomlin is Pittsburgh Steelers’ head coach Mike Tomlin and one of my favorite leaders. Coach […]
On the first snap of the Las Vegas Raiders and San Francisco 49ers joint practice on Friday, August 11th, Raiders wide receiver Davante Adams and was hit by 49ers cornerback Charvarius Ward. Raiders coaches and players were concerned as Adams laid on the field for several moments before limping off. Fortunately, the injury appears minor. […]
Here is a little history lesson which gives us lessons for today: On July 10, 2010, the Seattle Mariners traded pitcher Cliff Lee to the Texas Rangers. At the time, Lee was considered the best pitcher in baseball. As I was listened to ESPN Radio’s analysis of the trade at the time, it was noted […]
Life and leadership are a series of choices. First, you make your choices. Then, your choices make you. Though you want both options in each case, the following are three distinct choices the most successful leaders make when required to: 1. Character Over Competence The number one thing successful leaders should value more than anything […]
