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June 17, 2026

Study: College athletes report confidence in career readiness

This month, the NCAA released findings from two studies — the Growth, Opportunities, Aspirations and Learning of Students (GOALS) in College study and the Student-Athlete Needs, Aspirations and Perspectives (SNAP) study — examining student-athlet...


June 2, 2026

Preventing burnout amid the pressure of winning

Lou Holtz, the legendary former college football coach, once said, “It’s not the load that breaks you down, it’s the way you carry it.” He suggested it is one’s attitude toward work, rather than the sheer volume of the labor involved. ...


a spanish springs high school football coach points to a video replay screen and talks to a group of high school football players
May 15, 2026

In-game video replay is changing sideline coaching

Competitive football programs across the country have been hearing about in-game video replay technology for several seasons now. The pitch is straightforward: See the play faster, adjust sooner, win more. But there is a difference between a compe...


four-minute
March 30, 2021

Four-Minute Coaching Sessions

by Coach Dick Luther, assistant coach UW-Whitewater

As the season ends, coaches take stock and rebuild for what is next to come with the new season. This four-minute coaching gameplan and tips just might help players understand and grasp your program's concepts better. During practice or summer camps...


adjustment
March 9, 2021

Winning At Halftime Through Effective Adjustments

by Kevin Weigand, contributing writer

Legendary coach Mike Krzyzewski once stated “I have a plan of action, but the game is a game of adjustments. I believe all coaches go into a game with a well -thought out plan of attack. However, in order to win, they must adapt their strategy. Wh...


breakfast
February 8, 2021

Study: Breakfast Can Lead to Improved Shooting in Basketball

It's long been stated that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Now, after reading a recent study from Kansas University, basketball coaches may be reminding their players of that old adage more and more. The study by KU researchers show...


win the day
October 28, 2020

5 Tips to ‘Win the Day’ On & Off the Court

by Coach Dick Luther, assistant coach UW-Whitewater

Academic success is the top priority. The "Power of Attitude" must be with all of us every day. "Win the Day" has always been my belief. This high-level attitude in the classroom and on the court includes the following: Responsibility Commitmen...


winning edge
September 30, 2020

Change the Game with the Winning Edge

by Coach Dick Luther, assistant coach UW-Whitewater

"Change the Game" doesn't mean changing basketball. It means to change the team's game within the game itself. The "Winning Edge" is kindness, caring, and teaching the right way with positive attitudes are all investments that NEVER fail. Rebuildin...