Newark Tech Lady Terriers

Social media is filled with motivational quotes, but the world severely lacks truly motivated people. Talk is talk. It’s easy to say the words, much harder to do it. True motivation is internal. Find yours & use it to fuel purposeful actions that make a difference in your life.

Coaching is a service industry. How kids experience coaching does more good or more damage than most people can imagine. How coaches make kids feel impacts many areas of their lives: how they learn/grow, their perception of authority & in turn, their futures. Serve your kids well

What’s the intent of HS sports? That’s up to the player. Maybe it’s a scholarship; maybe it’s being part of a team. Regardless of a player’s goal, it’s also about life lessons & sportsmanship. It’s about teaching kids to be productive adults & helping them reach their potential.

Players: Treat everyone with respect. That D2 coach you just blew off could be at your dream school next year. Be grateful that any coach is reaching out. Lots of players would love to be in your shoes. Talent is one thing, but an athlete who’s humble & respectful is next level.

Players: You don't realize that your body language is like a neon sign. It screams everything you’re not saying. Primarily, it shows your attitude, intention & ability to handle adversity. Keep positive body language, especially when things are hard. It shows you can overcome!

Parents: Let your kids be coached. Let them get used to coaches holding them accountable. If you save your children from discomfort, you often keep them from realizing their own strength & ability. Let them grow their character so they can become confident, independent adults.