Coach Bob Starkley of LSU had a great post today on Coach K's new book titled The Gold Standard. In this book, Coach K talks about the gameplan that it he used to form a tight-knit group in Team USA.
Gold Standards:
1.) No Excuses
-We have what it takes to win.
2.) Great Defense
-This is the key to winning the gold.
-We do the dirty work.
3.) Communication
-We look each other in the eye.
-We tell each other the truth.
4.) Trust
-We believe in each other.
5.) Collective Responsibility
-We are committed to each other.
-We win together.
6.) Care
-We have each other's back.
-We give aid to a teammate.
7.) Respect
-We respect each other and our opponents.
-We're always on time.
-We're always prepared
8.) Intelligence
-We take good shots.
-We're aware of team fouls.
-We know the scouting report.
9.) Poise
-We show no weaknesses
10.) Flexibility
-We can handle any situation
-We don't complain
11.) Unselfishness
-We're connected.
-We make the extra pass.
-Our value is not measured by playing time
12.) Aggressiveness
-We play hard every possession
13.) Enthusiasm
-This is fun.
14.) Performance
-We're hungry.
-We have no bad practices.
15.) Pride
-We are the best team in the world and we represent the best country.
