Ricky Meeks

Today Coach Meeks dives into the pillars that changed the culture at Center High School taking them from 1-9 to 8-4 in just one season. We also discuss how to encourage your athletes in today's digital age. Email Address: ricky.meeks@centerisd.org Cell Phone: (903) 563-9784 Interested in connecting or taking the next step with us? Let us know! Colton@2words.tv

Today Coach Meeks dives into the pillars that changed the culture at Center High School taking them from 1-9 to 8-4 in just one season. We also discuss how to encourage your athletes in today's digital age. Email Address: <a href="mailto:ricky.meeks@centerisd.org">ricky.meeks@centerisd.org</a> Cell Phone: (903) 563-9784 Interested in connecting or taking the next step with us? Let us know! Colton@2words.tv

325. Be a Blessing to Each Other | Ricky Meeks | AD and Head Football Center ISD

Jamin Savell

Today Coach Savell shares an encouraging message with us about how to push our athletes in practice and help them experience failure in a controlled environment. He's in his first year as an AD but is already doing great things at Buffalo ISD! Twitter: @coach_j_savell Email Address: savellhb@buffaloisd.net Interested in connecting or taking the next step with us? Let us know! Colton@2words.tv

Today Coach Savell shares an encouraging message with us about how to push our athletes in practice and help them experience failure in a controlled environment. He's in his first year as an AD but is already doing great things at Buffalo ISD! Twitter: @coach_j_savell Email Address: <a href="mailto:savellhb@buffaloisd.net">savellhb@buffaloisd.net</a> Interested in connecting or taking the next step with us? Let us know! <a href="mailto:Colton@2words.tv">Colton@2words.tv</a>

324. Let's Go to Work | Jamin Savell | AD and Head Football Buffalo ISD

Samantha Rakowitz

Today we visit with Coach Sam Rakowitz from Sweeny High School. She grew up playing for Sweeny and is now coaching and raising her family there. She shares some of the valuable lessons her coaches instilled in her about being tough but fair and earning the respect of your athletes. Family is at the heart of everything they do in Sweeny. Email Address: srakowitz@sweenyisd.org Interested in connecting or taking the next step with us? Let us know! Colton@2words.tv

Today we visit with Coach Sam Rakowitz from Sweeny High School. She grew up playing for Sweeny and is now coaching and raising her family there. She shares some of the valuable lessons her coaches instilled in her about being tough but fair and earning the respect of your athletes. Family is at the heart of everything they do in Sweeny. Email Address: <a href="mailto:srakowitz@sweenyisd.org">srakowitz@sweenyisd.org</a> Interested in connecting or taking the next step with us? Let us know! <a href="mailto:Colton@2words.tv">Colton@2words.tv</a>

323. Family | Samantha Rakowitz | Girls AC at Sweeny HS

Today, Coach Region walks us through how he built the powerlifting program at Ballinger High School from 6 to 60 in just under 3 years. He shares with us the importance of building relationships and setting high expectations with his athletes. Connect with Coach on Twitter @coachregeon or by email at isaiah.regeon@ballingerisd.net Interested in connecting or taking the next step with us? Let us know! Colton@2words.tv

Today, Coach Region walks us through how he built the powerlifting program at Ballinger High School from 6 to 60 in just under 3 years. He shares with us the importance of building relationships and setting high expectations with his athletes. Connect with Coach on Twitter @coachregeon or by email at <a href="mailto:isaiah.regeon@ballingerisd.net">isaiah.regeon@ballingerisd.net</a> Interested in connecting or taking the next step with us? Let us know! <a href="mailto:Colton@2words.tv">Colton@2words.tv</a>

322. Relationships and High Expectations | Isaiah Region | Powerlifting Coach at Ballinger High School

Justin Crow

Today we are spending time with Coach Justin Crow. He took over in his first ever Athletic Director/ Head Football Coach role in 2022 at Elysian Fields ISD. Today Coach goes over some of the challenges he faced as a first year head coach, the lessons that the kids learned after a hard season, and what it looks like to build player-lead teams vs coach-lead teams. Connect with Coach at justin.crow@efisd.org Interested in connecting or taking the next step with us? Let us know! Colton@2words.tv

Today we are spending time with Coach Justin Crow. He took over in his first ever Athletic Director/ Head Football Coach role in 2022 at Elysian Fields ISD. Today Coach goes over some of the challenges he faced as a first year head coach, the lessons that the kids learned after a hard season, and what it looks like to build player-lead teams vs coach-lead teams. Connect with Coach at <a href="mailto:justin.crow@efisd.org">justin.crow@efisd.org</a> Interested in connecting or taking the next step with us? Let us know! <a href="mailto:Colton@2words.tv">Colton@2words.tv</a>

321. Player-Lead Teams | Justin Crow | AD at Elysian Fields ISD

Today Coach Will Bass shares with us the way Millsap ISD lives out their "Character First" mantra. One of the ways is with their offseason character program called Success Class. Listen in for more details on what this looks like and how they implement it. Catch up with Coach via Email at CoachB07@ymail.com or wbass@millsapisd.net Interested in connecting or taking the next step with us? Let us know! Colton@2words.tv

Today Coach Will Bass shares with us the way Millsap ISD lives out their "Character First" mantra. One of the ways is with their offseason character program called Success Class. Listen in for more details on what this looks like and how they implement it. Catch up with Coach via Email at <a href="mailto:CoachB07@ymail.com">CoachB07@ymail.com</a> or <a href="mailto:wbass@millsapisd.net">wbass@millsapisd.net</a> Interested in connecting or taking the next step with us? Let us know! <a href="mailto:Colton@2words.tv">Colton@2words.tv</a>

320. Success Class | Will Bass | Millsap HS

Dan Loyd

Today we hang out with Coach Dan Loyd. He is the head football Coach and Athletic director at Seymour ISD. Coach has a passion for coaching kids hard and showing them they are loved just as much. Coach walks us through how he instills toughness in his players and how he helps athletes connect this character trait to life. Connect with Coach at: dan.loyd@seymour-isd.net Interested in connecting or taking the next step with us? Let us know! Colton@2words.tv

Today we hang out with Coach Dan Loyd. He is the head football Coach and Athletic director at Seymour ISD. Coach has a passion for coaching kids hard and showing them they are loved just as much. Coach walks us through how he instills toughness in his players and how he helps athletes connect this character trait to life. Connect with Coach at: <a href="mailto:dan.loyd@seymour-isd.net">dan.loyd@seymour-isd.net</a> Interested in connecting or taking the next step with us? Let us know! Colton@2words.tv

319. Discipline = Love | Dan Loyd | AD at Seymour HS

Jarrick Farmer

Today we are hanging out with Coach Jarrick Farmer. He is the Head Football Coach and Athletic Director of Linden-Kildare High School. Coach shares with us the importance of stressing the details in your program and about their "Once a Tiger" mentorship program they have with community members and their athletes. Connect with Coach on Twitter: @coachjfarmer Interested in connecting or taking the next step with us? Let us know! Colton@2words.tv

Today we are hanging out with Coach Jarrick Farmer. He is the Head Football Coach and Athletic Director of Linden-Kildare High School. Coach shares with us the importance of stressing the details in your program and about their "Once a Tiger" mentorship program they have with community members and their athletes. Connect with Coach on Twitter: @coachjfarmer Interested in connecting or taking the next step with us? Let us know! <a href="mailto:Colton@2words.tv">Colton@2words.tv</a>

318. Picking Up Pennies | Jarrick Farmer | AD at Linden-Kildare High School

John King

Today we interview Coach John King, Head football Coach of the Longview Lobos. Coach shares with us the Lobo's mentality that has lead to the programs success over the years along with some of the lessons he learned from his mentor Coach Pat Collins. He also gives us a brief update on what is going on at the Texas High School Coaches Association. To learn more visit: www.Thsca.com Interested in connecting or taking the next step with us? Let us know! Colton@2words.tv

Today we interview Coach John King, Head football Coach of the Longview Lobos. Coach shares with us the Lobo's mentality that has lead to the programs success over the years along with some of the lessons he learned from his mentor Coach Pat Collins. He also gives us a brief update on what is going on at the Texas High School Coaches Association. To learn more visit: <a href="http://www.thsca.com/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer ugc" target="_blank">www.Thsca.com</a> Interested in connecting or taking the next step with us? Let us know! <a href="mailto:Colton@2words.tv">Colton@2words.tv</a>

317. It's Always 4th & 1 | John King | AD at Longview ISD

Chad Tutle

First year Athletic Director and Head Football Coach Chad Tutle joins us on the podcast today to talk through his journey to Eldorado High School. Coach emphasis the importance of a family environment and sacrificing for your neighbor. Connect with Coach Tuttle at: chad.tutle@scisd.net or on Twitter @chadtutle Interested in connecting or taking the next step with us? Let us know! Colton@2words.tv

First year Athletic Director and Head Football Coach Chad Tutle joins us on the podcast today to talk through his journey to Eldorado High School. Coach emphasis the importance of a family environment and sacrificing for your neighbor. Connect with Coach Tuttle at: <a href="mailto:chad.tutle@scisd.net">chad.tutle@scisd.net</a> or on Twitter @chadtutle Interested in connecting or taking the next step with us? Let us know! <a href="mailto:Colton@2words.tv">Colton@2words.tv</a>

316. Leave Them Better Than How You Found Them | Chad Tutle | AD/HFC Eldorado HS

Coach 360 is a podcast dedicated to helping high school coaches take their leadership to the next level.In each episode, we'll talk to high school coaches and athletic directors about topics like: developing culture, locker room management, character development, hiring staff, mental toughness, anger management, practice and preparation techniques, and more.

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Coach 360 is a podcast dedicated to helping high school coaches take their leadership to the next level. In each episode, we'll talk to high school coaches and athletic directors about topics like: developing culture, locker room management, character development, hiring staff, mental toughness, anger management, practice and preparation techniques, and more.

Coach 360

Our newest episode hits home for the 2Words fam. In this episode, Mackey visits Central JH to talk about making your next mistake, your best mistake. Mistakes are going to happen, in the game of life and in sports, and you have two options after making a mistake, you can either learn from it or be crushed by it. So many people try to live in such a way that they never make a mistake, but that's just not realistic. How can you use that mistake to your advantage and not your advantage? Make it 1,000 mph. When you go into that mistake, you cannot let that mistake be an effort mistake. It's time to fail fast and realize what you DON'T need quicker so you can get what you DO need sooner! Social Media Handles: @mackeyspeaks @fullcurlcolton @2wordstv

Our newest episode hits home for the 2Words fam. In this episode, Mackey visits Central JH to talk about making your next mistake, your best mistake. Mistakes are going to happen, in the game of life and in sports, and you have two options after making a mistake, you can either learn from it or be crushed by it. So many people try to live in such a way that they never make a mistake, but that's just not realistic. How can you use that mistake to your advantage and not your advantage? Make it 1,000 mph. When you go into that mistake, you cannot let that mistake be an effort mistake. It's time to fail fast and realize what you DON'T need quicker so you can get what you DO need sooner! Social Media Handles: @mackeyspeaks @fullcurlcolton @2wordstv

56. Make your Next Mistake, Your Best Mistake | Live at Central Jr. High School

Brian Kight

In this episode talk to Brian Kight, CEO of Focus3. You can connect with Brian on Twitter here: @TBrianKight. You can learn more about the work that Brian does at Focus3.com.

In this episode talk to Brian Kight, CEO of Focus3. You can connect with Brian on Twitter here: @TBrianKight. You can learn more about the work that Brian does at <a href="http://Focus3.com" rel="noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Focus3.com</a>.

9: How Every Coach Can Use E+R=O w/ Brian Kight

In our latest episode, we're bringing you a mashup from some of the most powerful lessons from Mackey's live talks around the state of Texas and beyond. Mackey is live at Georgetown HS, Clark HS, Wimberley HS, and Prosper HS sharing powerful messages about dealing with pride, embracing discipline, and becoming a servant leader. Key takeaways  Discipline is doing what you don't want to do today, so you can do what you want tomorrow. Your goals and dreams will require you to embrace discipline. You will have to say no to some things you don't want to say no to. The measure of the greatness of a program will first be defined by how you serve those around you. You have value because you have breath in your lungs. You are worth the fight that your future will demand. You are worth more than you past would tell you you are.  Follow us on social: @2wordstv @mackeyspeaks @fullcurlcolton To bring Mackey to YOUR school: Email support@2words.tv or http://www.mackeyspeaks.com/contact/ YouTube: www.youtube.com/mackeyspeaks www.2words.tv

In our latest episode, we're bringing you a mashup from some of the most powerful lessons from Mackey's live talks around the state of Texas and beyond. Mackey is live at Georgetown HS, Clark HS, Wimberley HS, and Prosper HS sharing powerful messages about dealing with pride, embracing discipline, and becoming a servant leader. Key takeaways <ul> <li>Discipline is doing what you don't want to do today, so you can do what you want tomorrow. Your goals and dreams will require you to embrace discipline. You will have to say no to some things you don't want to say no to.</li> <li>The measure of the greatness of a program will first be defined by how you serve those around you.</li> <li>You have value because you have breath in your lungs. You are worth the fight that your future will demand. You are worth more than you past would tell you you are.</li> </ul> Follow us on social: @2wordstv @mackeyspeaks @fullcurlcolton To bring Mackey to YOUR school: Email support@2words.tv or <a href="http://www.mackeyspeaks.com/contact/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.mackeyspeaks.com/contact/</a> YouTube: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/mackeyspeaks" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/mackeyspeaks</a> <a href="http://www.2words.tv" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.2words.tv</a>

147. YOU Are in Control | Mashup

Kyle Abshire

Carrizo Springs HS

Carrizo Springs

Your family isn't just your blood relatives or your spouse. Your family is also your friends, your co-workers, and, your athletes. Having a team that acts like a family means that everyone is valued, and everyone has a place in the program. When we focus on inclusion and togetherness, other values like hard work and competition are easier to drive home. In this episode, head football coach Kyle Abshire of Carizo Springs High School talks us through building a family atmosphere where everyone is valued, as well as providing other great advice about learning from mentors and modeling mistakes. Key Takeaways: -Build a family atmosphere where everyone is valued and everyone has a place. -Model owning your mistakes so your athletes will see it and do the same. -Don't try to be the coach who mentored you. Be the coach you are.   To learn more about the 2Words Character Development Curriculum, email Colton at Colton@2words.tv or visit www.2words.tv/gameplan

Your family isn't just your blood relatives or your spouse. Your family is also your friends, your co-workers, and, your athletes. Having a team that acts like a family means that everyone is valued, and everyone has a place in the program. When we focus on inclusion and togetherness, other values like hard work and competition are easier to drive home. In this episode, head football coach Kyle Abshire of Carizo Springs High School talks us through building a family atmosphere where everyone is valued, as well as providing other great advice about learning from mentors and modeling mistakes. Key Takeaways: -Build a family atmosphere where everyone is valued and everyone has a place. -Model owning your mistakes so your athletes will see it and do the same. -Don't try to be the coach who mentored you. Be the coach you are. To learn more about the 2Words Character Development Curriculum, email Colton at <a href="mailto:Colton@2words.tv">Colton@2words.tv</a> or visit <a href="http://www.2words.tv/gameplan" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.2words.tv/gameplan</a>

231. Athletes Model What They See | Kyle Abshire | Carrizo Springs HS

Chris Castillo

Dallas Sunset

In our latest Coach 360 episode, Colton is live with Coach Chris Castillo, Head Football Coach and Athletic Coordinator from Dallas Sunset High School. Coach took over at sunset 2 years ago and has since been on a mission to take Sunset to the next level. With an open enrollment district and a tough few seasons coach had 12 guys show up his first day of practice. Coach talks about the importance of positivity in his locker room and the idea that leaders will always be followers in times throughout their lives. He encourages his players to be the best version on themselves every single day, from the locker room to the classroom, Coach Castillo pushes and encourages them.

In our latest Coach 360 episode, Colton is live with Coach Chris Castillo, Head Football Coach and Athletic Coordinator from Dallas Sunset High School. Coach took over at sunset 2 years ago and has since been on a mission to take Sunset to the next level. With an open enrollment district and a tough few seasons coach had 12 guys show up his first day of practice. Coach talks about the importance of positivity in his locker room and the idea that leaders will always be followers in times throughout their lives. He encourages his players to be the best version on themselves every single day, from the locker room to the classroom, Coach Castillo pushes and encourages them.

115. Taking a Program to the Next Level | Chris Castillo | Dallas Sunset high school

In our latest episode, we decided to share with you a favored Mackey Speaks Leadership Journal episode. Mackey (IG: @mackeyspeaks) shares three quotes with us about time management that helps shift our perspective on how we spend our time. Download the leadership guide at http://www.mackeyspeaks.com/podcast/117 “Time is a created thing. To say 'I don't have time,' is like saying, 'I don't want to.” Lao Tzu We have a choice. We choose how we spend our time. Even if you are required to be somewhere at a specific time for a specific time frame, you still have the ability to decide what you do with those hours. You can either spend those hours effectively or very ineffectively. If you find yourself saying, "I just don't have the time." The reality is probably that you just don't want to. You can prioritize and use things in a different way; therefore, making more time than you thought you had. “A man who dares to waste one hour of time has not discovered the value of life.” Charles Darwin When we waste time it's because we think we have enough time. We live in a world where we think time will always keep turning. We have bought the idea of the circular clock. When we realize that we don't necessarily always have time. The day and time will come when we run out of time. “You can have it all. Just not all at once.” Oprah This quote shows us the importance of prioritization. We can't say yes to everything, we have to say no to things. Rarely, we explicitly say no. Most of the time when we are saying no to something, we are saying yes to something else.

In our latest episode, we decided to share with you a favored Mackey Speaks Leadership Journal episode. Mackey (IG: @mackeyspeaks) shares three quotes with us about time management that helps shift our perspective on how we spend our time. Download the leadership guide at <a href="http://www.mackeyspeaks.com/podcast/117" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.mackeyspeaks.com/podcast/117</a> “Time is a created thing. To say 'I don't have time,' is like saying, 'I don't want to.” Lao Tzu We have a choice. We choose how we spend our time. Even if you are required to be somewhere at a specific time for a specific time frame, you still have the ability to decide what you do with those hours. You can either spend those hours effectively or very ineffectively. If you find yourself saying, "I just don't have the time." The reality is probably that you just don't want to. You can prioritize and use things in a different way; therefore, making more time than you thought you had. “A man who dares to waste one hour of time has not discovered the value of life.” Charles Darwin When we waste time it's because we think we have enough time. We live in a world where we think time will always keep turning. We have bought the idea of the circular clock. When we realize that we don't necessarily always have time. The day and time will come when we run out of time. “You can have it all. Just not all at once.” Oprah This quote shows us the importance of prioritization. We can't say yes to everything, we have to say no to things. Rarely, we explicitly say no. Most of the time when we are saying no to something, we are saying yes to something else.

87. You Don't Want It | MSLJ Episode 117

Chris Soza

In our latest episode, Colton is live with Head Football Coach and Athletic Director Chris Soza from Medina Valley ISD. Coach shares the importance in being a positive role model in your athletes lives. Key takeaways from this podcast:  When coaches share their experiences, they build trust within their athletes Coach for the right reasons You don’t have to be a position coach to develop a deep relationship with your athletes    Follow us on social: @2wordstv @mackeyspeaks @fullcurlcolton   Download a FREE week of curriculum: www.2words.tv/gameplan

In our latest episode, Colton is live with Head Football Coach and Athletic Director Chris Soza from Medina Valley ISD. Coach shares the importance in being a positive role model in your athletes lives. Key takeaways from this podcast: <ul> <li>When coaches share their experiences, they build trust within their athletes</li> <li>Coach for the right reasons</li> <li>You don’t have to be a position coach to develop a deep relationship with your athletes</li> </ul> Follow us on social: @2wordstv @mackeyspeaks @fullcurlcolton Download a FREE week of curriculum: <a href="http://www.2words.tv/gameplan" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.2words.tv/gameplan</a>

161. Becoming a Positive Role Model | Chris Soza | Medina Valley ISD

Sam Harrell

Team values that aren't put into practice are just words. That said, having an easy-to-remember acronym to consistently remind athletes of our team values can help athletes to turn those words into action. In this episode, Coach Sam Harrell breaks down the acronym FAST, which they use at Ennis High School to talk about their team values. FAST stands for: Faith, All in, Selfless, and Toughness. They put this acronym on t-shirts, encourage each other to be a FAST team, and talk about the values everyday. FAST reminds athletes to have faith in each other and something greater than themselves, to be all in with their effort, to be selfless and giving, and to be both mentally and physically tough.  Key Takeaways: -It's amazing how much you can accomplish when no one cares who gets the credit. -Instill the values in athletes today so they will keep that mentality when they leave. -FAST: Faith, All in, Selfless, Toughness   To learn more about our 2Words Character Development Curriculum and our current e-learning resources, please email Colton at colton@2words.tv or visit www.2words.tv/gamplan3

Team values that aren't put into practice are just words. That said, having an easy-to-remember acronym to consistently remind athletes of our team values can help athletes to turn those words into action. In this episode, Coach Sam Harrell breaks down the acronym FAST, which they use at Ennis High School to talk about their team values. FAST stands for: Faith, All in, Selfless, and Toughness. They put this acronym on t-shirts, encourage each other to be a FAST team, and talk about the values everyday. FAST reminds athletes to have faith in each other and something greater than themselves, to be all in with their effort, to be selfless and giving, and to be both mentally and physically tough.  Key Takeaways: -It's amazing how much you can accomplish when no one cares who gets the credit. -Instill the values in athletes today so they will keep that mentality when they leave. -FAST: Faith, All in, Selfless, Toughness To learn more about our 2Words Character Development Curriculum and our current e-learning resources, please email Colton at <a href="mailto:colton@2words.tv">colton@2words.tv</a> or visit <a href="http://www.2words.tv/gamplan3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.2words.tv/gamplan3</a>

242. FAST: Faith, All in, Selfless, Toughness | Sam Harrell | Ennis HS

Todd Rodgers

In our latest episode, we're live with Coach Todd Rodgers Athletic Director and Head Football Coach at Argyle ISD. He shares more about the Argyle community and how it expects and demands excellence, and he shares how this mentality all throughout the community has helped develop the students as well as put them in the best possible position to succeed. He also goes on to talk about his one percent better mentality and how the program has developed over time by building it from the ground up, starting in middle school. Key Takeaways from this episode:  Ask more from your coaches, athletes, and parents Every kid has a starting point and an excellent point, and they're all different. Coach them where they're at. As a coach you have to realize it's never as good as it is and it's never as bad as it is  Coach shares a little bit about the expectations every coach has for their players and how to use those expectations to continually point them in the direction of their personal excellence both on and off the field. Follow on social: @2wordstv @mackeyspeaks @FullCurlColton @toddrodgers13 www.2words.tv

In our latest episode, we're live with Coach Todd Rodgers Athletic Director and Head Football Coach at Argyle ISD. He shares more about the Argyle community and how it expects and demands excellence, and he shares how this mentality all throughout the community has helped develop the students as well as put them in the best possible position to succeed. He also goes on to talk about his one percent better mentality and how the program has developed over time by building it from the ground up, starting in middle school. Key Takeaways from this episode: <ul> <li>Ask more from your coaches, athletes, and parents</li> <li>Every kid has a starting point and an excellent point, and they're all different. Coach them where they're at.</li> <li>As a coach you have to realize it's never as good as it is and it's never as bad as it is</li> </ul> Coach shares a little bit about the expectations every coach has for their players and how to use those expectations to continually point them in the direction of their personal excellence both on and off the field. Follow on social: @2wordstv @mackeyspeaks @FullCurlColton @toddrodgers13 <a href="http://www.2words.tv" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.2words.tv</a>

128. Pursuing Excellence in Your Program | Todd Rodgers | Argyle ISD

Kevin Hall

In our latest episode, Colton is live with Head Football Coach and Assistant Athletic Director at Manvel HS. Coach talks about the importance of having a servant heart. It's important to recognize that we have to die to our own selfish needs and selfish desires and to do what's best for the community around you. Key takeaways from this podcast:  The team pays both the negative and positive consequences of the actions of each individual Lead with the right intentions "None of us is as smart as all of us."    Follow us on social: @2wordstv @fullcurlcolton @mackeyspeaks Download a FREE week of curriculum: www.2words.tv/gameplan

In our latest episode, Colton is live with Head Football Coach and Assistant Athletic Director at Manvel HS. Coach talks about the importance of having a servant heart. It's important to recognize that we have to die to our own selfish needs and selfish desires and to do what's best for the community around you. Key takeaways from this podcast: <ul> <li>The team pays both the negative and positive consequences of the actions of each individual</li> <li>Lead with the right intentions</li> <li>"None of us is as smart as all of us."</li> </ul> Follow us on social: @2wordstv @fullcurlcolton @mackeyspeaks Download a FREE week of curriculum: <a href="http://www.2words.tv/gameplan" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.2words.tv/gameplan</a>

155. The Hokahey Mindset | Kevin Hall | Manvel HS

In our latest episode, Mackey is live from the Texas High School Coaches Association Coaching School talking about the 8 pillars of a culture of character. Key takeaways from this podcast:  Athletics teach skillsets that will NEVER expire Integrity will not ONLY be learned by example. You have to MODEL and TEACH. Intentionality comes when you have a culture that values character     Download Mackey’s Talk Handouts: www.2words.tv/coachingschool   Bring Mackey to YOUR school: www.mackeyspeaks.com/contact   Get a FREE WEEK of curriculum: www.2words.tv/gameplan   Follow us on social: @2wordstv @mackeyspeaks

In our latest episode, Mackey is live from the Texas High School Coaches Association Coaching School talking about the 8 pillars of a culture of character. Key takeaways from this podcast: <ul> <li>Athletics teach skillsets that will NEVER expire</li> <li>Integrity will not ONLY be learned by example. You have to MODEL and TEACH.</li> <li>Intentionality comes when you have a culture that values character</li> </ul> Download Mackey’s Talk Handouts: <a href="http://www.2words.tv/coachingschool" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.2words.tv/coachingschool</a> Bring Mackey to YOUR school: <a href="http://www.mackeyspeaks.com/contact" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.mackeyspeaks.com/contact</a> Get a FREE WEEK of curriculum: <a href="http://www.2words.tv/gameplan" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.2words.tv/gameplan</a> Follow us on social: @2wordstv @mackeyspeaks

197. The Eight Pillars of a Culture of Character | Live at the THSCA Coaching School

Larry Hill

Colton is joined by Coach Larry Hill from Smithson Valley High School. Coach Hill shares a little bit about how they view rivals, or lack thereof. He also peels back the curtain on the service him and his team does for the community and the reason behind it. Service is crucial in developing players, but as a coach, you have to instill the reason behind doing it and do it without personal recognition.

Colton is joined by Coach Larry Hill from Smithson Valley High School. Coach Hill shares a little bit about how they view rivals, or lack thereof. He also peels back the curtain on the service him and his team does for the community and the reason behind it. Service is crucial in developing players, but as a coach, you have to instill the reason behind doing it and do it without personal recognition.

65. Serve Without Recognition | Larry Hill | Smithson Valley High School

Colton and Mackey catch us up on what's happening in the 2W world as they're traveling to 12 different schools in the San Antonio area. Mackey digs a little deeper this week as he talks about creating a legacy and the way he was able to change the course of his family name through hard work and sacrifice. Most students and athletes don't think about the fact that they have been given their family name to invest in and improve.  Social Media Handles: @mackeyspeaks @fullcurlcolton @2wordstv

Colton and Mackey catch us up on what's happening in the 2W world as they're traveling to 12 different schools in the San Antonio area. Mackey digs a little deeper this week as he talks about creating a legacy and the way he was able to change the course of his family name through hard work and sacrifice. Most students and athletes don't think about the fact that they have been given their family name to invest in and improve. Social Media Handles: @mackeyspeaks @fullcurlcolton @2wordstv

66. Invest in Your Name | Colton and Mackey Live Interview

Chris Feris

In our latest episode, Colton is spending time with Birdville ISD's Athletic Director Chris Feris. Coach Feris was awarded Texas High School Athletic Directors Association Director of the year and has been with Birdville since 2013. Key Takeaways for this week's podcast:  Each individual kid cannot be coached the same Be present with your students and athletes Focus on developing both the player and the athlete through personal interactions with each player.  Coach shares about his time playing and coaching at Rice and how that has helped shape him into the Coach and AD he is today. Coach also shares the importance him and his coaches place on continually building up and encouraging each athlete to excel in academics. Coach also shares a quotes he gives to his coaches that really rings true to him and his program. "There's nobody that can ever keep you from doing the best you can." Lou Holtz Coach ends the podcast discussing the idea of choice and how as a coach, you made the decision to be about kids and making a difference. You can always learn from your athletes, and you can always help someone learn. It is your job to be a facilitator and give your athletes the tools they need to be successful both on and off the field. Follow us on social: @2wordstv @MackeySpeaks @FullCurlColton www.2words.tv/gameplan Youtube: www.youtube.com/mackeyspeaks

In our latest episode, Colton is spending time with Birdville ISD's Athletic Director Chris Feris. Coach Feris was awarded Texas High School Athletic Directors Association Director of the year and has been with Birdville since 2013. Key Takeaways for this week's podcast: <ul> <li>Each individual kid cannot be coached the same</li> <li>Be present with your students and athletes</li> <li>Focus on developing both the player and the athlete through personal interactions with each player.</li> </ul> Coach shares about his time playing and coaching at Rice and how that has helped shape him into the Coach and AD he is today. Coach also shares the importance him and his coaches place on continually building up and encouraging each athlete to excel in academics. Coach also shares a quotes he gives to his coaches that really rings true to him and his program. "There's nobody that can ever keep you from doing the best you can." Lou Holtz Coach ends the podcast discussing the idea of choice and how as a coach, you made the decision to be about kids and making a difference. You can always learn from your athletes, and you can always help someone learn. It is your job to be a facilitator and give your athletes the tools they need to be successful both on and off the field. Follow us on social: @2wordstv @MackeySpeaks @FullCurlColton <a href="http://www.2words.tv/gameplan" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.2words.tv/gameplan</a> Youtube: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/mackeyspeaks" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/mackeyspeaks</a>

124. Coaching is a Choice | Chris Feris | Birdville ISD

In our latest episode, Colton and Mackey catch up after some down time after a busy season. They talk about taking time to rest, but not for long, as Mackey will soon be visiting the University of Houston to speak at a coaching clinic. If you're in the Houston area, Mackey invites you to listen to him speak March 23rd at the University of Houston. He will be speaking about treating others right and continuously pursing the idea of being your best self while making other people your MVPs. Mackey recently spent some time speaking with Green Mountain HS, and he spoke about amplifying your impact. When you are willing to work harder and go longer, your impact will be amplified. You've got to go the extra mile. Mackey talks about the ways in which Coach German of Green Mountain, has been going the extra mile by turning his football program into a leadership academy. He's not been building leaders only on his team, but in his school as well. As coaches, when we look beyond ourselves, beyond our four walls and ask how we can serve our community, when we begin to open our scope and our perspective, then our impact can be amplified. Mackey talks about the challenges that Coach German deals with on a daily basis. From smaller staff sizes, to the inability to work with junior high students, he has taken on those challenges to create his program and allow it to go the extra mile.

In our latest episode, Colton and Mackey catch up after some down time after a busy season. They talk about taking time to rest, but not for long, as Mackey will soon be visiting the University of Houston to speak at a coaching clinic. If you're in the Houston area, Mackey invites you to listen to him speak March 23rd at the University of Houston. He will be speaking about treating others right and continuously pursing the idea of being your best self while making other people your MVPs. Mackey recently spent some time speaking with Green Mountain HS, and he spoke about amplifying your impact. When you are willing to work harder and go longer, your impact will be amplified. You've got to go the extra mile. Mackey talks about the ways in which Coach German of Green Mountain, has been going the extra mile by turning his football program into a leadership academy. He's not been building leaders only on his team, but in his school as well. As coaches, when we look beyond ourselves, beyond our four walls and ask how we can serve our community, when we begin to open our scope and our perspective, then our impact can be amplified. Mackey talks about the challenges that Coach German deals with on a daily basis. From smaller staff sizes, to the inability to work with junior high students, he has taken on those challenges to create his program and allow it to go the extra mile.

84. Harder Work, Greater Impact | Mackey + Colton Interview

In our latest episode, Mackey shares more on what it looks like to be 5 star in life.   In last week’s episode, we shared the danger of compartmentalizing everything in your life, and the roadblock it adds to your growth. We shared the importance of monitoring what you put into your life because what you put in, is what you’ll get out.   We continue the conversation and equip you with practical tools on how to be aware when your blocking growth and how to keep persisting.   Key takeaways:  Decisions that go against our integrity were made because we tried to be someone we were not. When you know who you are, you don’t have to prove who you are. Work harder to be better today than you were yesterday    Follow us on social: @2wordstv @mackeyspeaks   Bring Mackey to YOUR school: www.mackeyspeaks.com/contact or Email Colton at colton@2words.tv

In our latest episode, Mackey shares more on what it looks like to be 5 star in life. In last week’s episode, we shared the danger of compartmentalizing everything in your life, and the roadblock it adds to your growth. We shared the importance of monitoring what you put into your life because what you put in, is what you’ll get out. We continue the conversation and equip you with practical tools on how to be aware when your blocking growth and how to keep persisting. Key takeaways: <ul> <li>Decisions that go against our integrity were made because we tried to be someone we were not.</li> <li>When you know who you are, you don’t have to prove who you are.</li> <li>Work harder to be better today than you were yesterday</li> </ul> Follow us on social: @2wordstv @mackeyspeaks Bring Mackey to YOUR school: <a href="http://www.mackeyspeaks.com/contact" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.mackeyspeaks.com/contact</a> or Email Colton at colton@2words.tv

174. Be Better Today Than You Were Yesterday | Mackey Live

In our latest episode, Mackey is bringing us a solo cast on a recent conversation he had with Coach Aaron Manous talking about the idea of showing up every single day both in sports and in life. Coach shared with Mackey a slogan on a shirt he gave him, which read, KSUED: Keep Showing Up Every Day Mackey talks about showing up and how no matter what you did on THIS day, you still have to show up tomorrow for THAT day. There will be days where we make bad decisions, but we have to keep showing up every single day. Key takeaways from this podcast:  Just because today didn't go well doesn't mean that you are disqualified from your responsibility tomorrow. As coaches, you gift your athletes the reality that they have to keep showing up Always give total effort.  Follow us on social: @2wordstv @mackeyspeaks @fullcurlcolton YouTube: www.youtube.com/mackeyspeaks Get one FREE week of curriculum here: www.2words.tv/gameplan

In our latest episode, Mackey is bringing us a solo cast on a recent conversation he had with Coach Aaron Manous talking about the idea of showing up every single day both in sports and in life. Coach shared with Mackey a slogan on a shirt he gave him, which read, KSUED: Keep Showing Up Every Day Mackey talks about showing up and how no matter what you did on THIS day, you still have to show up tomorrow for THAT day. There will be days where we make bad decisions, but we have to keep showing up every single day. Key takeaways from this podcast: <ul> <li>Just because today didn't go well doesn't mean that you are disqualified from your responsibility tomorrow.</li> <li>As coaches, you gift your athletes the reality that they have to keep showing up</li> <li>Always give total effort.</li> </ul> Follow us on social: @2wordstv @mackeyspeaks @fullcurlcolton YouTube: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/mackeyspeaks" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/mackeyspeaks</a> Get one FREE week of curriculum here: <a href="http://www.2words.tv/gameplan" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.2words.tv/gameplan</a>

151. Keep Showing Up Everyday | Mackey Live

In our latest episode, we pieced together some of our favorite "coaching moments" we've had so far. During this episode, you will hear leaders from the military, professional sports, and high school coaching and how they continually stay focused on one goal: developing and enriching the lives of those they lead. Key takeaways from this podcast:  Be transformational, not transactional You CHOSE to be a coach Coaching is showing athletes how they can develop their own skills themselves  This is a special episode as we dive deep and narrow into the world of coaching, the different types of coaching, and how you too can implement what they teach. Follow us on social: @2wordstv @mackeyspeaks @fullcurlcolton YouTube: www.youtube.com/mackeyspeaks www.2words.tv

In our latest episode, we pieced together some of our favorite "coaching moments" we've had so far. During this episode, you will hear leaders from the military, professional sports, and high school coaching and how they continually stay focused on one goal: developing and enriching the lives of those they lead. Key takeaways from this podcast: <ul> <li>Be transformational, not transactional</li> <li>You CHOSE to be a coach</li> <li>Coaching is showing athletes how they can develop their own skills themselves</li> </ul> This is a special episode as we dive deep and narrow into the world of coaching, the different types of coaching, and how you too can implement what they teach. Follow us on social: @2wordstv @mackeyspeaks @fullcurlcolton YouTube: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/mackeyspeaks" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/mackeyspeaks</a> <a href="http://www.2words.tv" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.2words.tv</a>

135. How Leaders Coach | A Coach's Mashup

John Fish

We love talking to coaches like Head Football Coach John Fish of Bonham high school about the values of their program, their ideas about the most important skills for coaches and athletes, and good, sound advice. In this episode, Coach Fish shares his program values, including discipline, relating to peers, and responding to our emotions. He tells us why being detail-oriented is a valuable skill for coaches and players. He also gives advice such as the importance of learning a team’s identity when you start with a new program. Key Takeaways: -Be driven by the process, not the results. -Both coaches and athletes should learn to be detail-oriented. -Understand the team identity before anything else.   Learn more about the 2Words Character Development Program at www.2words.tv/gameplan or email Colton at colton@2words.tv

We love talking to coaches like Head Football Coach John Fish of Bonham high school about the values of their program, their ideas about the most important skills for coaches and athletes, and good, sound advice. In this episode, Coach Fish shares his program values, including discipline, relating to peers, and responding to our emotions. He tells us why being detail-oriented is a valuable skill for coaches and players. He also gives advice such as the importance of learning a team’s identity when you start with a new program. Key Takeaways: -Be driven by the process, not the results. -Both coaches and athletes should learn to be detail-oriented. -Understand the team identity before anything else. Learn more about the 2Words Character Development Program at <a href="http://www.2words.tv/gameplan" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.2words.tv/gameplan</a> or email Colton at colton@2words.tv

208. Who Are We? | John Fish | Bonham High School

Joe Hubbard

In our latest episode, Colton is live with Coach Joe Hubbard of East Central High School talking about the importance of focusing on building relationships with athletes in your program. Coach explains how the initial goal he has as new players join the team is to invest time and love into each athlete. Another mentality that they focus on is becoming the best they can be, whether that be in the classroom, at home, or in school, they continually instill the "work hard, play hard" mentality. Coach Hubbard challenges and raises the level for each of his players to see how they respond to a challenge with the hope of creating good habits and a powerful work ethic in life. Coach continues to communicate the idea that as athletes, as coaches, as parents, we cannot change the hand we've been dealt in life, but we can control the way we play them.

In our latest episode, Colton is live with Coach Joe Hubbard of East Central High School talking about the importance of focusing on building relationships with athletes in your program. Coach explains how the initial goal he has as new players join the team is to invest time and love into each athlete. Another mentality that they focus on is becoming the best they can be, whether that be in the classroom, at home, or in school, they continually instill the "work hard, play hard" mentality. Coach Hubbard challenges and raises the level for each of his players to see how they respond to a challenge with the hope of creating good habits and a powerful work ethic in life. Coach continues to communicate the idea that as athletes, as coaches, as parents, we cannot change the hand we've been dealt in life, but we can control the way we play them.

89. Challenge the Limit | Joe Hubbard | East Central High School

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