Benefits of Teamwork in Sports

Resources below provide coaches, parents and athletes with resources on the importance of teamwork. Discover how your team will improve athletic performance and learn life lessons if it works together and forms a collaborative environment.

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  George Karl On His Favorite Player To Coach, Nate McMillan

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  Long-time NBA Coach George Karl says Nate McMillan's leadership and commitment to team made him a favorite.

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  George Karl: We Basketball, Not Me Basketball

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  Long-time NBA Coach George Karl on lessons from his mentor Dean Smith and how coaches use these principles.

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  Dealing With Overly Critical Teammates

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  If the coaches aren't doing a good job with team-building, it may be time for you to step in.

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  Herm Edwards On What Makes A Great Player

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  Former NFL player and coach shares what quality he thinks makes athletes great.

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  Back To School Tips And Tools

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  Use our printable back-to-school guide to help you make this your best sports season ever!

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  Even In Individual Sports, Leadership Means Thinking About Others

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  Golfer Kevin Blue says leading by impacting others helped him improve on the course and as a sports executive.

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  The Benefits Of Unstructured Play

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  Shellie Pfohl, head of the President's Council on Fitness, Sports and Nutrition, on the importance of play.

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  Dacher Keltner: High-Fives And The Science Of Emotion In Sport

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  Interview of Dacher Keltner, a psychologist whose research of NBA teams explores the role of emotion in sports

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  Tim Duncan's Humility, Respect For Coaches Are Lessons For Any Athlete

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  Duncan's former agent Lon Babby describes what made Duncan not just a great person, but also a great athlete.

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  Shane Battier's All-Star Leadership As A Lesson For Youth

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  Battier's former agent, Lon Babby, describes unique leadership qualities of the no-stats all-star.