Coach Shawn
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Team Culture Pillar #3: The Flow State Environment Is Protected
Standards that protect focus and support growth‑oriented goals create a flow state environment where teams consistently lock in as a part of their strong team culture.
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Team Culture Pillar #2: Compassionate Communication Is the Norm
Compassion under pressure defines strong team culture. When honest feedback flows with respect, players grow fearless and connected.
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10 Things Captains Do to Build Strong Team Culture
Great captains build strong team culture through daily habits like arriving early, listening actively, and competing hard.
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Wankah Award: Coaches of Females Who Don’t Use ACL Prevention Exercises
This Wankah Award goes to all coaches who skip ACL prevention exercises for female athletes! My 15-min routine: 7 yrs, 200+ players, zero ACL tears.
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Team Culture Award #3: Emma Hayes
Emma Hayes, our 3rd Team Culture Award winner, transforms every coaching environment she sets her managing boots in.
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Team Culture Pillar #1: Everyone Feels Highly Valued
When everyone feels highly valued, roles gain meaning, effort skyrockets, and team culture becomes the engine behind performance.
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Top 10 Reasons Why I Coach College Soccer
I like to remind myself why I coach college soccer—because when the grind gets tough, remembering my “why” pulls me back to the heart of the job.
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Wankah Award: The GK Coach Who Forgot Tomorrow’s Game
Volunteer GK Coach Shawn wins this Wankah for a reckless pre-game dive drill that injured his star keeper, costing her a shot vs. Jesuit powerhouse—proving old drills aren’t always smart.
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The Composure vs. Intensity Thermostat
Whether consciously or not, every coach decides the setpoint of the Composure vs. Intensity thermostat. So, how can you dial up the best thermostat setting for your team?
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Playing Time: If and When to Talk About It
Ever found yourself in an unwinnable debate over playing time?