Tip of the Week

I ordered some eyeglasses online recently and a few days later received an email that assured me that “soon you will look even more fabulous!” After laughing to myself at this (I was not aware that I looked fabulous,) it reminded me of some experiences I have had. I have known people who were so…

The Code says, “I will give of my time, skills and money as I am able…” We all recognize the importance of giving back to make our schools, communities and world a better place. We believe that a great way to do this is as a team. It allows us to get to know our…

We are all role models – even if it is for a person we don’t know who observes our behavior. Who are your favorite role models? They can be in any sport, or in any walk of life. How would you describe them to someone who has never heard of them? We think this is…

There are “gray” areas in the rules of all sports. In football, basketball, and soccer, for example, when does an innocent hand check, to see where the opponent is, become holding?  The Code says that we “will compete within the spirit and the letter of the rules…” The “spirit” of the rule is the intent…

This is a time of the season when tensions can begin to arise between teammates. Some who are not starting may think they should be. Others, who may be starting, may think that others are not making sufficient effort. There are always some teammates who simply don’t like others. Further, if things aren’t going well,…

Tiger Woods’ victory on Sunday is the talk of the sports world.  Why?  Because few thought we would see this day again.  He has had four back surgeries in the past five years; he has undergone great personal difficulties, mistakes, physical and mental challenges.  And yet, he won.  His victory is worth saluting because of…

The Code says, “I will display caring and honorable behavior off the field and be a positive influence in my community and world.” This year was the 50th Anniversary of Arthur Ashe’s winning of the inaugural U. S. Open Men’s Tennis Championship, and at the same time being the first African-American to win a Grand…

Everyone in America knows that Colin Kaepernick “took a knee” two years ago to bring attention to racial injustice in our country.  Peaceful, non-violent protest was the driving force of the civil rights movement and it’s hard to imagine a more peaceful protest.  However, everyone also knows that many took offense at his doing that,…

John McCain is being remembered this week for many reasons.  How do you think his life reflected the Code?  He certainly gave his best effort, played by the rules, was a positive influence on others, and conducted himself with honor.  He put team goals ahead of personal goals; while a prisoner of war he was…

One of the challenging aspects of any team sport is developing the team as a unit that cares about each other and is committed to each other.  A team becomes a “team” as the result of the efforts of the coaches, captains and leadership of the team.  We believe that one of the best ways…