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"There are two types of people in this world: those that think they got IT and those that want to get IT. You define IT." - Red Grewe
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The Perfect Storm ~ The 2 Paths

In a previous blog post, I mentioned that only through the process of climbing the mountain and winning the final game - a national championship - can one truly know he secrets (if you will). However, there are two paths that must be taken to expose the truth (to the secrets). The first path is the climb to the top . . . 

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The Perfect Storm ~ Confidence Creates Freedom
Without confidence, an athlete's freedom is masked by repetitive failure. An athlete that is properly influenced builds confidence through beliefs and preparation. This confidence empowers them and creates freedom. And with freedom, players can perform beyond levels of expectations (check out this video - the story of Adam). Freedom enables an athlete to perform without fear. IT enables an athlete to play “in-the-zone” and experience being in the moment.

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The Greatest Leader of Em ALL
He was very determined. His top priority was to help others. He didn’t seek the attention. He helped the people at the bottom. He didn’t ask for anything in return. He asked that people not tell of his great deeds. He was very confident, yet extremely humble. He was the greatest leader the world has ever witnessed.

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The Perfect Storm ~ How a Natty Was Won
To win a National Championship a team (watch this video about the essence of TEAM) needs several things to happen. It starts with players who posses two fundamental qualities: great talent and great commitment. Then a dream needs to be transformed into a clear vision. Each and every player must buy into the vision and the plan that is created by the vision must be obtainable by the players and equivalent to their talent. Then you need a great amount of LUCK. This is just an overview, as there are many steps in between the start and the finish. In summary, it's very hard to win a National Championship and usually it's the perfect storm that delivers IT.

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The Ability to Walk Away - Dumb but Smart

All of us coaches have experienced extreme highs and extreme lows. That’s what separates coaches from other so-called experts. Perspective and truth is everything! Over my coaching career and specifically during my recruiting days, I experienced both the process, and the effects, of winning and losing at the highest level. I also witnessed the consequences that both have on the student-athletes.

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Why Would You Give Away A FREE Membership?
The title signifies a question I recently received when I performed a case study on this special promotion. A great number of responses came back positive and with overwhelming support. And they were the reasons why, we moved forward with this very exciting promotion . . . And so . . . if you are an athlete or coach who aspires to reach the next level - we help you create the plan (if you don't . . . then . . . watch this) in achieving FREEDOM during competition - ALL 4 FREE!

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10
Who is Coach Red Grewe
After calling the final pitch, resulting in a strikeout and a grand celebration of the 2009 College World Series title, I enjoyed that brief moment at the pinnacle. After a return trip back to Baton Rouge with the team and my family, and less than 12 hours after we landed, I was on another airplane to scout the next great player – the true sacrifice a coach must make for the program: the loss of family time. Through it all I am . . .

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At the end . . . is a surprise #PayItForward
Now before I start, I want to clear the air and let it be known that I do not claim to be the world’s greatest coach or know-it-all on any specific topic. On the contrary, I strongly believe that we never stop learning. And this is proven in the design and platform of our Online Leadership Institute. I also want to announce that I won’t make any false promises or share my opinion. It is my intent to present facts and truth.

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The ADReport Introduction via David Grewe
It is very difficult to accurately describe the depth and current landscape of college athletics. But one thing is true . . . it has changed dramatically over the last 15 years! Winning is everything and never before in the history of athletics has there been such a competitive undertone of business dealings.

The business of sport is real!

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Lance is the Reason We Started the OLI

Actually he’s not the sole reason, but the life Lance lived for the last 20 years explains the WHY of our Online Leadership Institute(OLI - Video Series Click Here). We transform lives with a specific focus on developing leadership skills and habits through a focus on mental skill awareness – non-physical player development. We present the “essential key” in unlocking the door to build the COMPLETE athlete. We prepare athletes to dominate the MOMENT during competition - proved in our FREE ADReport.


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Analyzing Lance: His Athletic Development Saga
As we now analyze this aspect of why, we know Lance admitted to falling victim to the evils of success in the sporting world.  He described his life and it’s image as being so perfect for so long. And he called the saga “momentum” and said "he got lost in it." And anyone who has lived in the world of sport (at an advanced level dominated by the 2 M’s – media and money) knows how REAL the elements of success (this momentum) can be.

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Legacy Through Choices - Lance Armstrong
There is one thing very clear – Lance Armstrong shaves in the shower! It’s amazing what people will do for societal rewards – namely fame, fortune, and celebrity status. But in the end, one’s LEGACY will always be judged: at times, publicly by others, and always by themselves when it matters most.

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11
Hall of Fame Legacy
I have been fortunate to be around some HOF guys in my short life. I also had the privilege to honor the former MLB HOF President, Dale Petroskey, with our Alumus-of-The-Year Award while I was the Head Coach at Michigan State University. But still I have a unique viewpoint of HOF status.

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Presenting The Online Leadership Institute

Today makes the official launch date of our Institute. The process of building the platform and finalizing the web construction is finished. Our website, www.onlineleadershipinstitute.com will be our members only hosting website. Designed for ALL athletes age 16-22 and coaches of ALL levels, our Online Leadership Institute is a proactive platform of leadership developing with a focus on mental skill awareness. We provide the most effective and efficient athletic development plan for athletes and coaches through a focus on the non-physical process to achieving championship moments. 

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The Passion 4 Coaching Athletes

The moment when commitment is altered by the lack of preparation is when a coach is guilty of cheating both their players and the game. And therefore, it becomes essential for all coaches to keep an open mind, a proper perspective, and learn from others to ensure the truth in athletic development. Usually, when a coach is asked why they first entered the profession, almost to a person, they will tell you it’s because they want to help develop the next generation. They want to influence the life of someone else. And for this reason alone, coaching is a very rewarding profession. 

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28
Nuff Said

I missed the first steps my daughter took; The time my son played Captain Hook in 'Peter Pan'; I was in New York, said 'Sorry son, Dad has to work'; I missed the father daughter dance; The first home run, no second chance; To be there when he crossed the plate; The moment's gone now it's too late; Fame and fortune come with a heavy price; Son, don't miss your life."

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Creation of Legacy?
Perspective and legacy go hand in hand. When people get caught up in success – they change. When people get trampled by failure – they lose faith. When perspective is lost – the day-to-day focus turns inward. Their ego starts to dominate their actions and failure becomes more consistent. Success doesn’t totally vanish. It still exists, but at the price of one’s true LEGACY. And when the tipping point appears, the “TRUTH” becomes reality.

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Jumpman23

“I’ve missed more than 9000 shots in my career. I’ve lost almost 300 games. 26 times, I’ve been trusted to take the game winning shot and missed. I’ve failed over and over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeed.” - Michael Jordan

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Olympic Glory?
I think it is safe to say; this hasn’t been the start that Phelps was looking for. He just lost the 400 IM, to a teammate who wants the limelight, and he looks very shaken in this post race interview. He just lost out of a medal and the status of “best ever” might be in jeopardy. He looks timid and full of fear. He just experienced failure for the entire world to see. This is a spot he hasn’t seen before. Phelps has not experienced much failure in his career.

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