“A good coach can change a game. A great coach can change a life.”

—John Wooden, 20th Century American basketball coach and player

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John Wooden was the most remarkable coach in college basketball and perhaps any sport. His many accomplishments include:

• 10 NCAA national championships in 12 years
• 7 consecutive titles from 1967-1973
• Established an NCAA record of 88 consecutive wins
• Won 38 straight NCAA tournament games
• He was the first person inducted into the basketball hall of fame as both player and coach
• Was named “Coach of the Century” by ESPN
• Developed the famous” Pyramid of Success” leadership philosophy

Perhaps more than any of these accomplishments was his tremendous influence as a team leader and the remarkable character development he offered his players well beyond their playing days.

EXERCISE:

What lessons can you take from Wooden’s career/life to win more games and change more lives in your communities?