Measuring Hustle Changes Athlete Behaviors

Measuring Hustle Changes Athlete Behaviors

A men’s basketball coach in the Mid-American Conference asked me to do a Focus evaluation on rebounding for their team. He wanted me to track two hustle stats: if players blocked off and if designated players stepped hard to the offensive glass. I evaluated...
Why you need Focus when you’re Losing

Why you need Focus when you’re Losing

As coaches and leaders, how do we sustain our team’s hope and energy in times of struggle and defeat? Unfortunately, this is easier said than done as making a mistake and/or losing a game often results in discouraged athletes, which in turn, creates a cycle of...
Happy Holidays from The Coach & The Geek

Happy Holidays from The Coach & The Geek

It has been a wonderful year for our families, Lighthouse Technologies, and The Coach and The Geek.  We hope it has been for you too. From Jeff (The Geek) I spent this year learning more about myself, my internal paradigm (as Stephen Covey would call it), and getting...
Inspire your team to see their potential

Inspire your team to see their potential

As leaders, we have an opportunity to help improve the lives of those surrounding us. Whether we are business leaders, community leaders, athletic directors, or coaches, we can and do impact those on our “team.” Whether you are intentional or not, you are making an...