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IHSAA Student-Athlete Tip of the Week (5-24-21)

"Promoting Education Based Athletics in Indiana"

Professional golfer Max Homa describes himself as a happy person.  During the 2016/17 season he only made two cuts on the PGA tour.  That is a tough season, but he kept practicing and focusing on the things that could improve his game.  

He says there is not one single positive that comes from getting mad after a bad golf shot.  He says you must learn from your mistakes and avoid making the same mistake over and over.

Homa says what he does is focus on all the things he has in his life that he is thankful for, so that when he hits a bad shot, he thinks about all that is right in his life-not what is wrong.

Next time you are having a bad day or sub-par game, be thankful for all the things that you have to be thankful for in your life-your health, family, friends-just the fact that you can participate in high school sports!

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IHSAA Student-Athlete Tip of the Week ( 5-17-21)

"Promoting Education Based Athletics in Indiana"

As the school year draws to a close, it is no time to let up on your academics and final exams.  Treat these last few weeks as the most important weeks of the school year.

Academic excellence will give you more opportunities to pick the college of your choice, instead of having to settle for a school less desirable.  Final grades really count, as it affects your class rank and grade point average regardless of your year in school. 

These last few weeks of the school year are like the last period of a game, the final inning of a baseball/softball game or the finish line in a track or cross country meet.  You might have to make some sacrifices to win, but it will be worth the effort. 

Keep your focus on academics like the game is on the line.  In reality, it is!

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IHSAA Student-Athlete Tip of the Week (5-10-21)

"Promoting Education Based Athletics in Indiana"

A local scout for the Indianapolis Colts, Anthony Coughlan, was quoted in the Indianapolis Star this past week, about their sixth-round pick, Sam Ehlinger (Univ of Texas).

Coughlan said, "He was a no-brainer horseshoe fit.  His competitive spirit, work ethic, mental toughness.  He's just about everything we (Colts) are about.  How he conducts himself in warmups, how he leads the team, how he speaks to them, his body language.  I think the biggest thing with him is his poise and instincts under pressure."

Ehlinger was a sixth round pick who should make the roster because of these special qualities.  When you are trying out for a high school team, or dreaming of playing at the collegiate level, remember these qualities that are recognized by coaches and scouts. 

You can stand out and be noticed not just by your physical ability, but by the little things you do that separate you from those you are competing against!

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IHSAA Student-Athlete Tip of the Week (5-3-21)
    

“Promoting Education Based Athletics in Indiana”
 

When is the right time to acknowledge the people who have had a positive influence on you and your high school sports experience? Who might that be?  

A grade school teacher? Your parents? A junior high coach? A youth coach? One of your high school teachers or counselors?

It’s never too early or too late to say ‘thank you’. Reach out to those who have helped you and let them know how your relationship with them encouraged you and gave you the confidence to pursue your academic and athletic dreams.

Your success as a student-athlete is the result of more than just your hard work. Likely others around you have sacrificed time and money for you to be where you are.

So the right time is now. Don’t hesitate to approach those who have been a positive influence and thank them for what they have done for you!

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IHSAA Student-Athlete Tip of the Week (4-26-21)

“Promoting Education Based Athletics in Indiana”

Former Kentucky basketball player Terrence Clarke died following a car crash this past week.  He was only 19 years old with the dream of making it in the NBA.   He ran a red light at a high rate of speed and clipped a car in the intersection leading to his tragic death. 

In the classroom and on field of play, you often get second chances.  But not in an automobile.  As a driver, you must concentrate 100% on the task at hand.  As a passenger you also have the responsibility of speaking out if the driver is not doing his/her job. 

Don’t make a choice or decision you can’t take back!

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