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John Wooden is a legend in the sport of Basketball. He was an All-American 3 times a s a player, he was the first person to inducted into the Hall of Fame as both a player and a coach and is largely regarded as one of the most successful sport coaches EVER.
John Wooden is a legend in the sport of Basketball. He was an All-American 3 times a s a player, he was the first person to inducted into the Hall of Fame as both a player and a coach and is largely regarded as one of the most successful sport coaches EVER. He won 10 NCAA championships in 12 years with UCLA. So, it’s fair to say he probably has a few good ideas on coaching…
I found this book hugely beneficial – so much so I read it twice!
November’s book has been one that popped up on my radar several times before I committed to reading it. I have to say I wish I read it earlier. After recommending it to a friend of mine he said, “Rob, I’m going to put it out there, Obstacle is the way is one of the best books I’ve ever read.” I have to say I probably agree…
Continue reading “The obstacle is the way – November Book Review”
October’s book came to me from a colleague who recommended it personally, so I thought it was worth reading. I wasn’t disappointed!
Here it is…
Continue reading “The score takes care of itself – October Book Review”
This month’s book is a Number 1 bestseller!
Firstly, apologies for the lack of a book review for August. In the mayhem of relocating from London to Edinburgh, I had a lapse and forgot to complete my usual review. So, moving swiftly on, here is the review for September’s book!
Continue reading “Extreme Ownership – September book review”
This month I review the autobiography of an international rugby legend…
I’ve always loved reading autobiographies of athletes. As it’s been a while since I have read one, I decided to change that this month. Dan Carter is an All Blacks legend with 112 tests for New Zealand and the highest point scorer in the history of test match rugby with 1,598 points.
This month I review a book discussing the numerous factors that contribute to the development of talent.
This month I decided to read a book that is more broadly related to talent development and general coaching etc.
Continue reading “The Genius in all of us – July Book Review”
Each month I review a book that I think will be helpful for those working with youth athletes.
This month I decided to revert back to a book on physical development. I selected a very popular book from a few years back…
