The Goal is Clear

Week 3 in the Stunners gym was spent building additional confidence with the ball.  We have about 12 different ball handling fundamental drills.  We explored a couple more this week to work on a different aspect and to keep things new and fresh.  We also added our secondary option on the sideline break. Further our shooting campaign continues.  We already have a couple kids that have taken over 2000 shots in just 3 weeks.  We introduced the 11 man drill.  It was a big hit.  The kids always enjoy it. 

The majority of the kids in the program are coming multiple times to the skills camps each week. They are bringing great enthusiasm and a desire to play. The competitions are the biggest hit. They are also very drawn by the positive reinforcement given as they work hard. Some have commented that they have never had a coach compliment them. 

Our theme this week was goals; otherwise known as dreams with a date.  We emphasized how goals are important in that they take a general long term target like a dream and break it down into small stepping stones that are easy to see and achieve.  We touched on the idea of both short term and long term goals.  Charactistics of goals are they must be specific, challenging, and realistic.  In addition, a goal can increase in power when written down.  Finally, goals don't really matter unless you take action.  The kids were again given the example of how each skills camp or 30 minute home workout is one more stepping stone towards the dream of being a great basketball player.   
To highlite the themes of the last three weeks on Thursday we focused on the simplest of ideas to bring it all together.  Our message was to stay true to your values and allow them to help you make good decisions, dream big, and be goal driven.  This process gives you a plan and helps develop some motivation to work hard and engage it.

For the Stunners our goal or target is our mission.  The strategy is clear.  To continue to provide our kids a structured workout that builds skill, mix in some competitions, and give alot of positive reinforcement. 

Cannot wait to get in the gym this coming week.