My friend and our College Tennis Chaplain, Chad Simpson is launching on October 1st! Chad played Division I Tennis at Liberty University and was a top coach at an NAIA school before pioneering Athletes in Action’s tennis ministry. I’ve been blessed to be a leader in...
I often compare athletes to animals. For example, certain people display lion like courage while others seem to have more in common with calming pets. We attach certain characteristics with different species. Well known shark species such as the tiger, hammerhead, and great white are...
Hard Comes First will help you live a rich life by challenging the common belief that comfort and ease are the goals. Instead, you will be encouraged to pursue purpose and faith. Possessions or accomplishments do not measure life's richness; it is found in joy,...
The college landscape has changed, but that doesn't mean anything when it comes to what's most important. In fact, young people need coaching more than ever. Please listen as I share what's so important. Listen Here! ...
Out of high school, Max had no scholarship offers and walked on at Western Kentucky, where he saw no action as a freshman. During his sophomore season, he recorded just one tackle. With limited opportunities, Max transferred to Wofford, worked relentlessly, and the rest is...
Robert Sullivan and I have been friends for many years. We’ve laughed together, cried together, and shared honest conversations about life. At one point, I even tried to talk him out of going into the restaurant business. Thankfully for both of us, Robert had...
On Saturday, I attended an incredible music performance. I spend a lot of time with outstanding athletes, and I once again realized that excellence is excellence, no matter the chosen craft. There's much to learn from anyone who pours their heart into their field. High...
You will make a choice about who you are. Not in some grand way, but in the way you respond to pressure, doubt, other people, and to yourself. You pick your side. On one side, there’s the version of you that is courageous, intelligent, faithful, driven, and loving....
I work with top-level tennis players who are intelligent, athletic, and highly driven individuals with big goals. These players work hard. During a particularly tough training session, one of my players suddenly snapped, saying, "Shut up. Watch who you’re talking to.” Nearby players immediately looked...
Tennis is a great teacher. A good friend just told me it feels better to get blown out than it does to lose close. I’m not so sure about that statement. Truth be told, losing doesn’t feel good. The more important point isn’t which feels...