Next Level Connections

When you’re on the lookout for a quick read that makes you think about the role of a Coach, take a look at 3D Coach by Jeff Duke.  Jeff’s heart comes through as you read about his personal journey as a Coach, coupled with a number of practical steps that...

Reality Check

  Yesterday most of us watched Super Bowl 50.  In the week leading up to the big game, we heard story after story debating Cam Newton’s so-called “lack of class”.  Much of the controversy surrounded Cam’s handling of the “12th Man”...

Notes

Here in middle America this story has gotten plenty of run, so you might be familiar with it already.  Kansas State Head Football Coach Bill Snyder makes it a habit to write notes to others – opposing players, supporters of the Kansas State program, jazz musicians,...

Heart Health

Last month our CFC team was introduced to David Kuluva and Eric Schroeder of Athletic Testing Solutions, an organization that provides heart screenings, primarily for youth athletes.  We were impressed and wanted to use this week’s blog space to help promote ATS...

Bad Math

In the past we’ve linked to posts written by John O’Sullivan of the Changing the Game Project.  John has written yet another post that nails it.  As a Coach, I will file this one away not only for my own benefit, but potentially to share with parents.  The...

Bonds That Last

At CFC we talk all the time about Coaching With Purpose.  As a coach, I want to understand and live into my purpose for coaching.  When I’m doing it right, my purpose is athlete-focused.  My role as a coach exists to help take young people to a place they could...