My last post talked about my time with the Stat Crew at the Dallas game.  Fabulous experience.  But that was not the only eye opening experience that night.  I also had the privilege of receiving a “Media Pass” that allowed me to go anywhere the media went. 
Mr. Derek Garduno, who is a one of the […]

‘The 110% Coach’ (Jed Jacobsohn - NBAE/Getty Images)

Offense is changing. Defense has changed. The game is evolving away from the way it was when the stoic icon began his coaching career, even more so from the time he began playing in the association.
In recent years, contract talks with the coach have been drawn out. Not […]

‘Fes: Ready in a Flash’ (M. Majchrzak - NBAE/Getty Images)
Why do I think sports are such a powerful example to my girls??? Take a look at the lessons learned in the Jazz vs. Lakers game on Thursday!
Lesson #1 If you can’t start, BE READY: It is so easy for youth to get […]

Leader and/or Friend? (Melissa Majchrzak NBAE/Getty Images)
Every group needs a leader. Leadership is key for anything to be successful. A leader isn’t whoever is the most popular or who makes everyone feel good about themselves. A leader is someone who can motivate, inspire, and most importantly push a group or team towards a higher goal. […]

Watching all the players move along, It seems chaotic, but its orchestrated…Sloan knows just right where they belong.
Smears of sweat, reflections off their face.
The rookie seems panicked on offense,
Shouts from the sideline put him in his place.
From here I can’t hear a single word he’s said…
Just observe the point guard,
He’s running the play inside his […]