Kevin D. White

“𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐰𝐢𝐧 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐟𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐬, 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐚𝐬 𝐚 𝐜𝐨𝐚𝐜𝐡, 𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐟𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐅𝐔𝐍” Tony Dungy was head coach for 13 seasons in the National Football League (NFL) with Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Indianapolis Colts. In this video he provides some guidance for coaches about the importance of fundamentals and keeping sport fun for athletes of all levels: 🏈 “��𝑜𝑛’𝑡 𝑡𝑎𝑘𝑒 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑓𝑢𝑛 𝑜𝑢𝑡 𝑖𝑡, 𝑜𝑟 𝑦𝑜𝑢’𝑙𝑙 𝑟𝑢𝑖𝑛 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑓𝑢𝑛𝑑𝑎𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡𝑎𝑙𝑠” Coach Dungy also spoke about youth coaches: 🏈 “𝐼 𝑤𝑜𝑢𝑙𝑑 𝑠𝑒𝑒 𝑡ℎ𝑒𝑠𝑒 𝑦𝑜𝑢𝑡ℎ 𝑐𝑜𝑎𝑐ℎ𝑒𝑠 𝑤ℎ𝑜 𝑡ℎ𝑒𝑦 𝑡ℎ𝑖𝑛𝑘 𝑡ℎ𝑒𝑦’𝑟𝑒 ℎ𝑒𝑙𝑝𝑖𝑛𝑔, 𝑏𝑢𝑡 𝑡ℎ𝑒𝑦 𝑎𝑟𝑒 𝑗𝑢𝑠𝑡 𝑠𝑜 𝑑𝑒𝑚𝑎𝑛𝑑𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑡ℎ𝑒𝑦 𝑡𝑎𝑘𝑒 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑓𝑢𝑛 𝑜𝑢𝑡 𝑜𝑓 𝑖𝑡 – 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑡ℎ𝑎𝑡 𝑖𝑠 𝑛𝑜𝑡 ℎ𝑒𝑙𝑝𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑡ℎ𝑜𝑠𝑒 𝑦𝑜𝑢𝑛𝑔 𝑘𝑖𝑑𝑠 𝑎𝑡 𝑎𝑙𝑙. 𝑬𝒏𝒉𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑷𝒐𝒔𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒗𝒆 𝑬𝒙𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆𝒔: 𝑭𝒖𝒏 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑬𝒏𝒋𝒐𝒚𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕 The main reasons young play sports is because it is fun and enjoyable (Crocker et al. 2004; Atkins et al., 2015). One of the main reasons why child cease participating in a sport is because it makes them unhappy (Cary, 2004). Scanlan and Lewthaite (1986) developed a model to explain the sources of fun and enjoyment among children. Maximising the outcomes in each of the four categories has the potential to make sport more fun and enjoyable for children (McPhail et al., 2008). The model proposed by Scanlan and Lewthwaite contains four elements: 1️⃣Intrinsic Achievement – refers to a child’s perception of his or competence. It is related to the amount of improvement made, whether a skill has been successfully mastered or not, and perceptions of ability.   2️⃣ Extrinsic Achievement – relates to perceptions of competence achieved through feedback from a coach or achieving recognition from a coach.    3️⃣Intrinsic Non-achievement – includes both competition and movement factors. For example, participating in competitions can be very exciting, and the movement sensations that a person experiences when playing sport can be very satisfying. 4️⃣Extrinsic Non-achievement – involves non-performance sources of fun, such as a child making friends through playing sport, spending time with their friends through playing sport, or even the feeling of being affiliated with a particular team. According to Dommville et al. (2020) a coach can maximise the enjoyment of a child by: ✅Creating tasks that promote feelings of competence ✅ Providing feedback that denotes competence ✅ Providing children with an element of competition ✅ Telling children they're an important members of the team or club ✅ Reduce arguments between children during  ✅ Ensure fairness ✅ Show enthusiasm

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One of the goals for my book is to get it as a recommended text in all S&C University programs. One of the best things about this book is how I use foundational principles effectively over and over again to get real results. I believe it’s one way we can start driving the speed training for team sport conversation. Can anyone help me start these initial conversations? Daniel Cleather Phil Price Jamie Tallent

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Your mindset impacts your performance, and the people you surround yourself with matters. We help coaches understand the mindsets of their athletes so they can be more effective.

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Flo-Ops simplifies the balancing act for student-athletes, managing class schedules, travel, and more in one user-friendly platform. From peak performance to staying connected on the go, Flo-Ops is here to help students turn potential into performance. Learn more about how Flo-Ops supports success both on and off the field! Read more below! #StudentAthletes #Education #FloOps #PeakPerformance

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To clarify why to chose an LPGA or PGA Professional when looking for golf instruction … Not only the lengthy process to attain those titles but the qualifications and credibility that come with it and our values and mission statements sum it up … LPGA VALUES: L - Leadership We lead by example through our sportsmanship, integrity and respect for the game. We lead by demonstrating the highest performance standards for others to follow. We lead by being role models in golf, in business and in life. P - Passion We love golf. We believe in our vision and mission. We are determined to grow everyday. We are proud and positive about what we do. We embrace our passion and share it with others. G - Giving We care. We know we are very fortunate. We believe it is important to give back to the game. We embody the spirit of those who came before us; we uphold their standards of excellence. We know that a life worth living encompasses a life that's giving. A - Approachability We embrace our fans, sponsors and students. We recognize the value of interacting with them. We strive to always exceed their expectations. This is what sets us apart from others in the world of sports. And PGA Proressionals DEDICATED TO THE IDEAL THAT THE NAME GOLF PROFESSIONAL SHALL BE A SYNONYM AND PLEDGE OF HONOR, SERVICE AND FAIR DEALING AND THAT THEIR PROFESSIONAL INTEGRITY, FIDELITY TO THE GAME OF GOLF, AND A SENSE OF GREAT RESPONSIBILITY TO EMPLOYERS, EMPLOYEES, MANUFACTURERS, GOLFERS AND FELLOW GOLF PROFESSIONALS TRANSCENDS THOUGHT OF MATERIAL GAIN IN THE MOTIVES OF THIE TRUE GOLF PROFESSIONAL. DONT SETTLE FOR ANYTHING LESS ! ⛳️

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We are opening up this session to all female junior, collegiate and young pros!!! This topic is particularly relevant these days. #annikafoundation #morethangolf

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An all-time NCAA wins leader, and the main architect of the "Messiah Method" - a book that describes his record-breaking work at Messiah College. Dave Brandt is the greatest culture creator in the history of our sport... And he values the learnings within the course "Culture Creation Mastery". ⚽ ⚽ ⚽ "Culture Creation Mastery" is a FREE course that will put a dent in our current coaching education landscape. It will educate more and more coaches on what it looks like to create, build and sustain an elite culture, but more than that... It further clarifies what development truly is. Check the testimonial within the image, This is a strong statement from some of the very best Developers in our country. But we can't forget who this is really for... The players. I dream of a future where it doesn't matter where you live, your socio-economic status, level of infrastructure, or any other detail outside a player's control. That any player with a passion or a curiosity can walk on to a field in their community, and meet coaches who know how to create and sustain a culture that meets the people in front of them. That every player has an opportunity to be developed. So Culture Creation Mastery is for the coaches. It's years of work compressed into 5 valuable lessons (plus a bonus email with additional exclusive resources). But it's really for the players. All our players have potential. This course gives us the opportunity to honor that and help guide them towards it. Take Coach Brandt's word for it, and get started today! ⚽ Register for Culture Creation Mastery (on my LinkedIn bio's featured section) and Lesson 1 will be in your inbox before you can say "Culture Rep"! ♻️ Please share with your communities Thanks again for your support!

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In Episode 7, Mark and Patrick discuss their recent pickleball activities and share updates from their club. They also talk about training tips, a ladies-only DUPR night, and the importance of endurance in tournaments. They mention the DUPR rating system and its benefits for fair competition. Additionally, they discuss various paddle brands and the discounts available on their website as well as paddle options and price ranges   In this conversation, Patrick Batty and Mark Bittorf discuss various topics related to pickleball equipment and strategies.   The conversation then shifts to the topic of handling lobs in pickleball and the strategies behind it. They discuss the importance of communication with your partner and the need to hit soft and controlled shots when running forward. The conversation ends with a discussion about upcoming plans for the Canada Day long weekend.     Keywordspickleball, training, duper night, endurance, tournaments, Dupre rating system, paddle brands, discounts, pickleball, equipment, paddles, prices, Rev Aria, Rev Platinum, Tyrol shoes, gear bags, lobs, strategies, communication, soft shots, Canada Day Takeaways Pickleball players can improve their game by focusing on training and practicing specific shots, such as the volley shot. Hosting ladies-only DUPR nights can provide a competitive and enjoyable experience for female players. The DUPR rating system helps ensure fair competition in tournaments by placing players in appropriate skill categories based on their ratings. Endurance is important in pickleball tournaments, and participating in longer playing sessions can help build stamina. There are various paddle brands available, and players can take advantage of discounts offered on the Pickleball Today website. There are various paddle options available for pickleball, price ranges go from about $69 to over $300 and all paddles have a minimum discount. When handling lobs in pickleball, it is important to communicate with your partner and decide who will go for the lobs. The recommended shots to use when returning lobs are drop shots into the kitchen or returning the lob with another lob. When running forward to hit a ball, try to hit it soft and controlled to allow more time to get back into position. The Canada Day long weekend is a popular time for boating and enjoying the water. Titles Building Endurance for Tournaments Training Tips and Ladies-Only Duper Night Enjoying the Canada Day Long Weekend Exploring Pickleball Equipment and Prices Sound Bites "When you're in ready position, holding that paddle at 11 o'clock, if you're right-handed, it'd be one o'clock. If you're left-handed slightly to that backhand, just easier to defend your body and your shots on the backhand." "Some ladies wanted to just play against themselves and enjoy those type of games." "If you sign up for a tournament in DUPR, then it's based on your rating, you will be put into the category that you belong instead of just assigning y

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Injury Case Study: LHP, John Means, Baltimore Orioles Since the start of the 2022 season, John Means has earned approximately $102,778 per inning pitched, totaling $9.25 million for 90 innings of work, and will now join a growing list of MLB Pitchers with two Tommy John Surgeries. From the footage I collected in preparation for this article, Means demonstrated a similar pitching delivery from 2021 to 2024. I write this article to shed light on two main points. You have to make adjustments to your mechanics. Implementing corrective measures in John Means' delivery sequence can help extend his career and the careers of pitchers like him. Recognize and respond to early signs of impending major arm injuries. These signals act as a "check elbow" warning light, indicating the need for immediate adjustments to prevent further damage. Career Innings Breakdown 401 MLB Innings Pitched 671 Minor League Inning Pitched 183.4 Amateur Innings 1254 Total Innings Contract Breakdown 3/5/2019 - Signed one year $555,500 3/5/2020 - Signed one year $580,000 3/5/2021 - Signed one year $593,500 3/21/2022 - Signed 2-year 5.925 million (avoiding arbitration) 1/11/2024 - Signed one year 3.325 million contract (arbitration) IL History 6/20/2019 - Left shoulder strain 7/26/2019 - Left bicep strain 7/22/2020 - Arm Fatigue 6/6/2021 - Left shoulder strain 4/4/2022 - Tommy John Surgery 3/28/2024 - Left forearm strain 5/23/2024 - Tommy John Surgery The video clip opens up with an image of Means during Arm Acceleration, highlighting the closed orientation of his right foot and knee while the throwing arm is close to max external rotation. The closed orientation of the front leg (with the knee facing 1st base) during this phase of the delivery restricts arm impulse by preventing the upper body's mass from continuing its momentum toward the plate. This forces the throwing arm into early pronation, increasing torsion levels on the elbow. In addition, Means recoils the throwing arm too soon, prohibiting full deceleration of the throwing arm. I've added a clip of Roger Clemens at the end of the attached video to demonstrate an efficient yet powerful display of the front leg opening, which facilitates optimal upper-body mass transfer thus helping the throwing arm to decelerate fully. John Means pitched 83 innings between Tommy John Surgeries and will now miss the 2025 season. In 2021, Means was so close to securing another high-dollar contract if he stayed healthy through arbitration. Imagine if Means made a simple adjustment to open his pelvis and help disperse the force through the throwing arm more efficiently on each pitch. He could still pitch, and his bank account could be even more significant. Either way, it was a blow for the Orioles, who also lost Tyler Wells to Tommy John Surgery in the same week.

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𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐀 𝐏𝐮𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐂𝐥𝐮𝐛 𝐄𝐱𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞? 𝙒𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙞𝙨 𝙔𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝘿𝙚𝙛𝙞𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙤𝙛 𝙎𝙪𝙘𝙘𝙚𝙨𝙨? In the world of club leadership, success is often measured in tangible terms: participation growth, increased revenue or budget achievement, and even facility upgrades. While these external indicators are important, a sustainable sense of personal fulfillment may require a broader view of success. Chasing the next metric (or even the next 'like' on social media) might result in a quick sense of a 'win', but can only end with the frustration of 'what's next'? What if each of us added to our Performance Dashboards, columns that measured our commitment to continuous personal growth; the development of our positive thinking skills, and the number of times each day we stopped with a thought of gratitude for all the blessings in our life? Investing in yourself as a leader is important. Investing in yourself as a person produces a two-for-one outcome. Your leadership skills will improve because your thinking will expand and your sense of personal fulfillment will expand because you will begin to think about the things that matter to you as a person. A better leader and a better person. Your best possible self. This outcome is not only beneficial for your personal well-being but will also create a ripple effect throughout your organization. 𝙔𝙤𝙪 𝙗𝙚𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙚 𝙖 𝙗𝙚𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙧 𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙚𝙧 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙖 𝙗𝙚𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙧 𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙤𝙣. 𝙔𝙤𝙪 𝙩𝙖𝙠𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙤𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧 𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙥 𝙩𝙤𝙬𝙖𝙧𝙙𝙨 𝙗𝙚𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙗𝙚𝙨𝙩 𝙥𝙤𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙗𝙡𝙚 𝙎𝙚𝙡𝙛. https://lnkd.in/e-EZFYhQ #pcce #uspta #cmaa

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HUGE changes for #CollegeSoccer ahead. This is my ‘take’ but I may be wrong. - Lots of NCAA ‘lesser’ schools will drop Men’s Soccer (over the next few years - not immediate) - Which means the top end ones will get stronger talent pools - Other divisions (NAIA, NJCAA etc) will become stronger because of better talent available to them - But because of less teams it’ll be tougher to get onto a roster as a whole - Which will increase the overall levels in College Soccer - This above will create a rise in non traditional set ups, where the NPSL and UPSL may get involved and tie in with education institutes. Which they are starting to already but a more formal setup. - Club soccer in College should also start to get a better standard. I’m split whether to think it’s a good thing or bad thing for the industry and/or 🇺🇸 soccer development as a whole. See the full article about the news here https://lnkd.in/e7kSYx8x

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