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Lessons from Legends: Timeless Wisdom from John Wooden, Applicable to Every Coach

Beyond the Pyramid: 4 Foundational Lessons from John Wooden That Still Win Today 🏆 The Coach's Modern Dilemma We all know the pressures of modern coaching are intense. We’re measured by wins and losses, tasked with managing a diverse group of personalities, and expected to navigate a cultural landscape that grows more complex every year, driven by forces like social media, the Transfer Portal, and NIL . It’s easy to get lost in the noise, chasing the latest trend or the next big recruit. In moments of overwhelm, it's worth looking back—not for nostalgia, but for foundational clarity . No figure offers more clarity than John Wooden. His record at UCLA is legendary, but his true genius wasn't just in winning; it was in the timeless, unshakable principles that he built his program upon. Beyond the 10 national championships, what were the core principles that forged the greatest dynasty in college basketball, and what can they teach us today about coaching in this new era? 1. ...