With many high schools across the US about to begin their playoffs, and March Madness right around the corner, I thought it fitting to post some quick motivation as you aim to capitalize on all of the hard work you’ve put in over the past year.
At DeMatha, we have two regular season games left and then our conference playoffs begin next week. It is always our goal to be playing our best basketball at the end of February. We hold ourselves to a Championship standard 365 days a year, so that when the playoffs arrive, we are prepared.
You got up early. He slept in.
You trained with a purpose. He did a few push-ups.
You made 500 shots a day. He played H-O-R-S-E.
You watched your diet. He went to Burger King.
You worked on your weaknesses. He ignored his.
You studied film. He watched Family Guy.
You went to bed early. He stayed up all night.
You took notes. He just doodled.
You worked on your game. He worked on his tan.
You got to practice 30 minutes early. He came 2 minutes late.
You studied your playbook. He played Xbox.
You went the extra mile. He took the shortcut.
You craved the uncomfortable. He enjoyed the warm & fuzzy.
You put your heart into everything you did. He just did enough to get by.
You dreamed of success. He feared failure.
You wanted it. He didn't.
You won. He lost.
You are a champion. He is not.
You left a legacy. He is left with regret.
NOTE: even though I used the pronoun 'he' - this message is equally applicable to females!
This concept makes me think of Jeremy Lin. Yes, I am just as enamored and impressed with Linsanity as everyone else!
Why?
Because Jeremy Lin worked his tail off behind the scenes… waiting for his chance… and when the opportunity finally happened… he took full advantage! And even more impressive than his stats is his humility. Jeremy Lin, and the Linsanity craze, represents everything that is right with professional sports.
But there is no secret. This is why Linsanity happened: http://www.twitpic.com/8k4e1e
Lastly, with the help of www.Twitter.com/JayGrayGraphics, I have revamped the Stronger Team Facebook Page (www.Facebook.com/StrongerTeam).
I would love your feedback! If you need help with your social media presence, please email jeremy@jaygraygraphics.com.
If you need help with anything related to basketball strength & conditioning, email me at Alan@StrongerTeam.com.
I wish you the best as your season comes to a close,
Alan Stein
www.Twitter.com/AlanStein
PS: Here is an extremely motivational video with secrets from the best: http://youtu.be/IHjc70m4ugY