The Sufis have a saying, “Before you kill the cat, make arrangements for the mice.” There’s been quite a bit of buzz around Kobe’s – then LeBron’s – comments on the state of youth basketball in America and the AAU’s role in it. “Kobe Bryant believes European basketball players are more skillful than American basketball players, …
One of the things that I enjoy about FIBA basketball is how skilled the players are. Since beginning to study and learn more about international basketball, the differences in style of play, rules, and player development structure, the one thing that jumps out is how the shot clock impacts how the game is taught, played …
I get around — (ahem!) all in the name of ball, of course. This beautiful game has given me the opportunity to travel and coach/observe all around the world. As I do, I’m continually reminded about the importance of being concise and efficient with your words when teaching. This is especially true when working with athletes who …
I eagerly and excitedly write this post to you. It feels like an inordinate amount of time has passed since I last wrote. And, in looking back, there has been. For good reason though… I took some time with ‘my better half’ to travel. London with the fam did not disappoint; good times that included …
Who will win the Oscar for ‘Best Producer’ at the upcoming awards? Who won it last year? Don’t know…? Well, you shouldn’t because there is no such category. That doesn’t mean that the producer and many other behind-the-scenes people are not integral contributors to the success of any project. They are. Those in the industry …
Day 15 on my Euro trip… I take back what I wrote earlier about Bratislava. I spoke to soon. As it turns out, we’re staying in what could be considered the ‘suburbs’ relative to downtown Bratislava where the action is taking place. For my Canadian peeps, think Mississauga relative to downtown Toronto. Where we are …