The question came from a coach in the back.I was in Texas doing an On-Campus Workshop, and this coach was really frustrated since he'd been recruiting a track and field prospect for two years. Now, getting ready for yet another phone call with the prospect, he was getting nervous."I've been …
Can Coaches Be Nice AND Firm?
Ever catch a glimpse of Tony Dungy sitting on the sidelines during a football game?Dungy, of course, is the coach of last year's Super Bowl champs, the Indianapolis Colts. It crossed my mind that rarely does a coach in professional sports have the majority of fans rooting more for him than for …
6 Things That Can Make or Break Home Visits
It's that time of year in college athletics. That's right...it's "home visit season".Sure, it's a lot like hunting. You've got your ammo, you've scouted out the best hunting ground, and now your sights are set on your prospect.But there's a big hurdle remaining. The home visit. The trip, …
How Did One Championship Coach Finally Find His Inspiration?
If you've been a part of one or our On-Campus Workshops, you know that I use examples from the life and coaching philosophy of USC Trojans' football coach Pete Carroll. He's a winner, and its always interesting to examine how they got to where they are now.For Pete Carroll, you can trace it all …
5 Recruiting Mistakes I Saw Last Week
Last week was "the week from hell". Not a bad week, just incredibly busy.Don't get me wrong, I like to be busy. But this was insane...Lots of phone calls with coaches. Two On-Campus Workshops that were booked for later in November. A trip to a college for some follow-up training. And, …