People Get Ready
People get ready, there's a train a'comin'
Pickin' up passengers from coast to coast.
- Curtis Mayfield (1964)
The tragedy in Blacksburg recently has brought
a soberness to most of us. Sports lost it's
significance at Virginia Tech for awhile as it
should, but now we should recognize it can also
be part of the healing process.
What we know to be darkness can always lead
us to a deeper appreciation of the light. In fact,
it's almost impossible to know success without
tasting adversity, and often failure, first. I think
that's what Coach John Wooden had in mind
when he said the following:
'Webster indicates that success is the accumulation
of material possessions. I don't think so. I think
success is a peace of mind which can only be
attained through self-satisfaction...knowing you've
made the effort to do the best of which you're
capable.
We have no control over an opponent, but we
should have control over ourselves. All we can
do is live up to our potential.
It takes hard work and enthusiasm. You need to
be conditioned and know what you're doing. You
need good skills. You must have consideration for
others and lastly, You need a competitive spirit.
You can't be afraid of a tough situation.
You must enjoy it.
And realize the most difficult tasks bring the most
satisfaction.'
Maybe the Rolling Stones 'Can't Get No Satisfaction',
but you CAN, if you learn how to handle adversity.
Shoot For The Stars,
Coach Dean - The Dean of Shooting Hoops
P.S. I met a new friend last week in Vick Sfera. Vick
says he doesn't like my Gators, but you can tell he
does respect them :)
If you want a wealth of information about basketball,
leadership, character, and the game of life become a
reader of Vick's 'Triple Threat Basketball' blog. Vick
is a real giver, and you will always be able to find
something that will help you grow as a shooter and a
person at:
http://triplethreatbball.blogspot.com
P.S.S. In training and conditioning you put your
body and mind through adversity on purpose so
you can get stronger, quicker, faster, more
explosive, and better able to endure the rigors of
competition and come out a winner.
As the old commercial about changing your oil
used to say, 'Pay me now or pay me later'. Train
now, and your body won't give out on you later.
But to get the most out of your training you need
to know how to do it right. Too much, too little, or
the wrong kind of training will put your progress
in reverse.
Coach Tony Alfonso had all that in mind when he
created 'The Complete Basketball Strength and
Speed Program'.
If you want to be sure you're getting the most
out of your conditioning grab up Tony's revealing
ebook today at:
http://www.deandelker.com/alfonso_order.html
Note: This email is protected by copyright, but I
encourage you copy and share it freely. Please
just include the whole message including links and
my contact information. Thanks a ton.
Copyright 2006,2007
Delker Enterprises, Inc.
Coach Dean Delker
8413 SW 4th Place
Gainesville, FL 32607
352-494-6572
dean@deandelker.com
www.deandelker.com
Pickin' up passengers from coast to coast.
- Curtis Mayfield (1964)
The tragedy in Blacksburg recently has brought
a soberness to most of us. Sports lost it's
significance at Virginia Tech for awhile as it
should, but now we should recognize it can also
be part of the healing process.
What we know to be darkness can always lead
us to a deeper appreciation of the light. In fact,
it's almost impossible to know success without
tasting adversity, and often failure, first. I think
that's what Coach John Wooden had in mind
when he said the following:
'Webster indicates that success is the accumulation
of material possessions. I don't think so. I think
success is a peace of mind which can only be
attained through self-satisfaction...knowing you've
made the effort to do the best of which you're
capable.
We have no control over an opponent, but we
should have control over ourselves. All we can
do is live up to our potential.
It takes hard work and enthusiasm. You need to
be conditioned and know what you're doing. You
need good skills. You must have consideration for
others and lastly, You need a competitive spirit.
You can't be afraid of a tough situation.
You must enjoy it.
And realize the most difficult tasks bring the most
satisfaction.'
Maybe the Rolling Stones 'Can't Get No Satisfaction',
but you CAN, if you learn how to handle adversity.
Shoot For The Stars,
Coach Dean - The Dean of Shooting Hoops
P.S. I met a new friend last week in Vick Sfera. Vick
says he doesn't like my Gators, but you can tell he
does respect them :)
If you want a wealth of information about basketball,
leadership, character, and the game of life become a
reader of Vick's 'Triple Threat Basketball' blog. Vick
is a real giver, and you will always be able to find
something that will help you grow as a shooter and a
person at:
http://triplethreatbball.blogspot.com
P.S.S. In training and conditioning you put your
body and mind through adversity on purpose so
you can get stronger, quicker, faster, more
explosive, and better able to endure the rigors of
competition and come out a winner.
As the old commercial about changing your oil
used to say, 'Pay me now or pay me later'. Train
now, and your body won't give out on you later.
But to get the most out of your training you need
to know how to do it right. Too much, too little, or
the wrong kind of training will put your progress
in reverse.
Coach Tony Alfonso had all that in mind when he
created 'The Complete Basketball Strength and
Speed Program'.
If you want to be sure you're getting the most
out of your conditioning grab up Tony's revealing
ebook today at:
http://www.deandelker.com/alfonso_order.html
Note: This email is protected by copyright, but I
encourage you copy and share it freely. Please
just include the whole message including links and
my contact information. Thanks a ton.
Copyright 2006,2007
Delker Enterprises, Inc.
Coach Dean Delker
8413 SW 4th Place
Gainesville, FL 32607
352-494-6572
dean@deandelker.com
www.deandelker.com
Labels: adversity, basketball, character, hoops, John Wooden, success
