🎁Three Christmas Presents Every Recruit Should Give
As a student-athlete, Christmas break can feel like a pause button—no games, fewer practices, and a little space to breathe. But recruiting doesn’t slow down just because the calendar does.…
Be Thankful for the Journey
“Appreciate what you have, because someone else is wishing for it.” ― Karon Waddell In all my years as an athlete and a coach, the one thing I wish I could…
The Butterfly Effect
A young man I thought I’d lost recently reminded me what the butterfly effect truly looks like in coaching and mentorship. Sometimes growth goes quiet, sometimes it cocoons, and sometimes it emerges more beautiful than we imagined. Alex’s journey is teaching me that the smallest moments — a conversation, a spark, a second chance — can change everything. Here’s why I’m more proud of him today than ever.
NIL, the NCAA, and the 99% Reality Check
NIL was supposed to empower athletes. Instead, it’s become a recruiting arms race — fueled by booster collectives and donor money, not branding deals. This post breaks down what NIL really is, how it’s reshaping college athletics, and why 99% of families should focus on growth and development, not cash and contracts. Learn the truth about NIL, collectives, and what matters most for your athlete’s future.
Why Your First College Aid Letter Isn’t the Last: 5 Ways Families Can Lower the Real Cost
"You must gain control over your money, or the lack of it will forever control you". — Dave Ramsey For most families, paying for college is scary. The numbers on…
There’s Always More Rope
In faith, there is enough light for those who want to believe and enough shadows to blind those who don't" - Blaise Pascal Every athlete thinks they know the game.…
Shut Up. Suit Up. Show Up.
“Shut up. Suit up. Show up.” – Dr. James Hollis When professor and author, Dr. James Hollis published his book, What Matters Most, Oliver Burkeman of The Guardian noted that…
Why Coaches Lose Their Locker Room
"Success is not final; failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts." -Winston Churchill On the blog and on the podcast, I often talk with guests…
Use Me
"The most successful people aren't those with the most resources, but those who are the most resourceful" — Tony Robbins Half my recruits are knocking it out of the park…
