Be Uncommon

You are raised more or less with certain thoughts and morals compatible with your families thoughts and morals.  Yes, you are able to choose for yourself, but ultimately, they usually follow those who raised you.

John Wooden says "sports do not build character, they reveal it."  According to Mr. Wooden sports just provide you with the environment to test and express these teachings.  My goal for all of my players is for them to grow up to be men of character.  Be Uncommon. if what Mr. Wooden says is true and that sports reveal our character and that our character is built by those who are teaching us then it is fair to say that you reflect what I am teaching you on the field and what your parents are teaching you at home.  Again I am asking you and training you to Be Uncommon.  Be the player that characterizes what others strive to be.  You maybe asking yourself what does that mean?  For now that means control what you can control.  We can all control our effort (work hard, every time), and your attitude (be positive towards your teammates and yourself).  Put in work, don't complain about what is happening on or off the field.  Be in the moment and with a good attitude.  Understand that this is a game but everyone is watching you.  Be Uncommon, be the player that picks up his teammates when they feel the pressure of a play.  Be Uncommon, by not saying what someone else did wrong but by rising to the challenge of the moment and winning the next play.  Look down range not back.  Look for the next opportunity and not back at the last error.

Charter is defined as "the mental and moral qualities distinctive to an individual." The Uncommon man is the one who realizes that his character reflects more than who he is but those who support, train and build him up.  And his attitude and effort reflect how he has been training. Win with grace, lose with pride, carry on with clear eyes and full hearts.  

Now do you want  your individual qualities that pertain solely to you to be positive or negative?  I can not answer that for you nor can your parents but in the crucible of a game you will be tested.  Pass the test boys and that starts with knowing what the true test is and how to answer the question, and then practicing what you know.

Be Uncommon,

Coach Dan