“I love watching you play.”. That’s it. No stats. No critiques. No car ride commentary. Just presence. Just support. Just love. It’s the phrase every kid needs. And too few ever hear.

COACHES: Coaching isn't just a job or paycheck. It’s a 24/7/365 commitment to positively impact people, make a difference, and change lives forever. It's a way of life that leads to improving other lives. It's taking someone from where they are to where they need to be.

Basketball isn’t about the highlight plays or stat lines—it’s about the *little things*. - Setting a solid screen. - Diving for a loose ball. - Talking on defense. These are the habits that separate good teams from championship teams. Build winning habits first.

Basketball is simple: .- Play hard. - Play together. - Play smart. But coaching? Coaching is about balance: .- Push them, but don’t break them. - Critique them, but don’t crush them. - Love them, but hold them accountable. That’s how you.

If the coaching staff isn’t leading by example, if they aren’t living out the values they expect from their players, the culture won’t stick. A coach can’t preach hard work.but show up late. He can’t demand discipline but allow little things to slide. He can’t expect players to.

THIS is the energy you need as an Assistant Coach . Can never be an energy vampire in that role… there’s no time to do anything but get better . Love it . (Via @WakeMBB 🎥).

Winning happens once. Being a winner? That’s a decision you make every day. It’s not about the scoreboard — it’s about showing up, doing the work, and building habits that last. It’s not about moments. It’s about mindset. That’s what separates champions from contenders.

Ten days to tee off! Looking forward to another great event. Foursome slots still available. Come join us for a day of golf and support our Senior Scholarships. Contact Coach Osborn for more details. 2025 Carmel Basketball Golf Outing presented by @UNRNKDhoops and @tidlsport

STOP DRIBBLING IN ONE SPOT. Playing off the catch is simple. On the catch it’s Shot, DRIVE, or pass. If you see space and choose to drive- that drive is downhill towards the rim. If you can’t shoot it or drive, then move the ball and keep the offense moving.

Cignetti on BTN on what gives him the most satisfaction as a coach: . "Beating somebody's ass. Playing hard from the first play to the last play, then going into the locker room, and singing that song." #iufb.

When anyone 💩 on D3, it’s because they’ve never played/coached at the college level. They have NO clue how good you have to be to play at that level. So know the D3 offer you got is a little more impressive than Joe in his basement thinks😉 #WeAreD3.

Judi Warren, the first Miss Basketball in Indiana history, joins the IBJ Podcast this week to discuss the evolution of women's basketball, the WNBA and Caitlin Clark.