Over the past 18 months, Mackey and the 2Words team have been asking students athletes from across the state of Texas about their experience with mental health, racial injustice, COVID frustrations, and the pressures facing teens today. In this THSCA Coaching School Session, Mackey speaks on 5 Things Kids Wish Adults Knew (But Are Too Afraid Say). Key Takeaways: - How to remove the stigma of failure by defining what it means to fail on your team. - How to create space for your team members to be honest about mental health. - How to build positive leaders who can handle the pressures of leadership. Download the slides here: https://www.2words.tv/coachingschool/ To learn more about the 2Words Character Development Curriculum, please email Colton at colton@2words.tv or visit our website at www.2words.tv/gameplan

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302. Mackey from Coaching School! | 5 Things Kids Wish Adults Knew (But Are Too Afraid Say)

Coach Armando Jacinto was told "No" 25 times before he was finally told "Yes". In this episode with the President of the Hispanic Texas High School Coaches Association and AD of Spring ISD, we talk with Coach Jacinto about his long road to success. From being guided into the coaching profession as a player, to struggling to land a job due to his ethnicity, to being inspired by a former player of his own to set his sights even higher, Coach Jacinto knows the importance of seeing what CAN BE, rather than only what is. We also meet the Hispanic Coaches Association, whose mission is to build and equip Hispanic coaches for positions of leadership in Texas. Key Takeaways: - "A good coach makes players see what can be rather than what they are." - It's important for kids today to see men and women who look like them in positions of leadership. For more info on the Hispanic Coaches Association visit: https://htxhsfbca.com/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/2518223128416916/ Armando Jacinto can be reached at ajacinto@springisd.org Coaches Social on July 19th 7pm at Smoke BBQ! To learn more about the 2Words Character Development Curriculum, please email Colton at colton@2words.tv or visit our website at www.2words.tv/gameplan

301. Meet the Hispanic Coaches Association | Armando Jacinto | AD Spring ISD

In our 300th episode (!!!), we hear from Johnny Ringo, Boys AD at Highland Park HS on how high expectations build high achievement. Coach Ringo talks about how character and sportsmanship allow their athletes to compete above their talent and become champions. We also hear about balancing career aspirations with today's work and the importance of remaining present and enjoying the impact you can make right where you are. Key Takeaways: Team always comes first Building a culture of gratitude. Power of "thank you." Whether at an away game or program wide, "leave it better than you found it." Contact Johnny Ringo at RingoJ@hpisd.org To learn more about the 2Words Character Development Curriculum, please email Colton at colton@2words.tv or visit our website at www.2words.tv/gameplan

300. Excellence Is Not An Accident | Johnny Ringo | Highland Park HS

"Deep down, our players want discipline. They want accountability." Chris Dudley, AC at Cinco Ranch HS, builds TRUST in his program with clear and consistent communication; "Aggressively over communicating" is how he puts it. With that trust in place, he is then able to hold his athletes to clear standards that set them up to succeed on the field and off as they learn to sign their name to something worthwhile and live up to the standards they've agreed upon.  Key Takeaways: "To succeed in life you need some measure of organization." Productive doesn't equal finished. Sometimes we simply move the ball forward. Having players sign to a contract cuts through the haze of uncertainty. Contact Chris Dudley at ChrisDudley@katyisd.org To learn more about the 2Words Character Development Curriculum, please email Colton at colton@2words.tv or visit our website at www.2words.tv/gameplan

299. Trust Makes Standards Possible | Chris Dudley | Cinco Ranch HS

"We don't get this day back, and neither do our kids." When our kids are with us, we want that to be the best part of their day. In this episode with Kody Groves, AD at Mesquite ISD, we zoom in to hear about his motivation to give his absolute best for the athletes in his program, knowing that they only come through the program once. Then we zoom out to his role as district AD and recognize that giving our daily best is piece in a much larger puzzle. Key Takeaways: - "Things can be challenging, but what coach doesn't love a good challenge?" - Being People First means giving your full attention to the relationship in front of you. - "Culture is how you live it." Contact Coach Groves at KGroves@mesquiteisd.org To learn more about the 2Words Character Development Curriculum, please email Colton at colton@2words.tv or visit our website at www.2words.tv/gameplan

298. Our Kids Get One Shot At This | Kody Groves | Mesquite ISD

"We do all we can, for as many as we can, for as long as we can." In this episode with Todd Vesely, Executive Director of Athletics for Fort Worth ISD, we dive into the building blocks of what he describes as a "culture of improvement based on relationships and conversations." No single tool will ever be enough, but a culture that seeps into all departments can give life to a community. Though sometimes it may feel like we are "running on ice", Coach Vesely would remind us that what truly matters is coaches capitalizing on opportunities to impact their athletes beyond the game. Key Takeaways: Self-reflection fuels self-improvment Defining your Profound Positive Vision Contact Todd Vesely at (432) 631-4912 See his TED Talk here: http://tedxoptimistpark.com/speakers/winter-2018-moonshot-madness/todd-vesely/ Episode 112 here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coach-360/id1224657497?i=1000412117433

297. Building a Culture of Improvement | Todd Vesely | Fort Worth ISD

"Discipline is the bridge between peaks of motivation." Whether it's tucked in shirts or being on-time, DISCIPLINE is the vehicle that carries us when our motivation has dried up. In this episode, Diane Wilson, Volleyball Coach at Eaton HS, walks us through building the trait of discipline through small, consistent expectations. She doesn't stop there. We then learn about Relationship Banks: catching our athletes doing something GREAT and calling them out so that when we need to push them, we've got sufficient funds to do so! Key Takeaways: You can be a great Mom or Dad AND a great coach. It isn't either / or. What is the length of your investment in your athletes: 1 season? 4 years? More? Connect with Coach Wilson via email at dwilson01@nisdtx.org or on Twitter @eatoneaglevb To learn more about the 2Words Character Development Curriculum, please email Colton at colton@2words.tv or visit our website at www.2words.tv/gameplan

296. Discipline Is The Bridge | Diane Wilson | Eaton HS

"Don't underestimate the time that needs to be spent on building behaviors that make people successful." In this episode with David Collins, AC and Head Football Coach at Pearce HS, we explore how culture drives BEHAVIOR and how "well trained" goes far beyond simple X's and O's. Coach Collins casts his VISION to have every athlete fulfill their potential and become, in his words, ELITE. He then unpacks the system in place at Pearce to turn this vision into reality. This episode is challenging and filled to the BRIM with dirt-level actions to be taken to meet kids where they are and help them become their best. Key Takeaways: - Aligning vision from 7th to 12th grade. - "Competence isn't what you know. It's what you can teach others." - Accountability both up and down the chain of command. - "We don't set goals for our kids, we teach skills." Contact Coach Collins via Email at David.Collins@risd.org To learn more about the 2Words Character Development Curriculum, please email Colton at colton@2words.tv or visit our website at www.2words.tv/gameplan

295. Invest in Behavior | David Collins | Pearce HS

"It sounds cliche but, for us, the biggest thing is academics." In this episode with Merdith Shaw-Moore, Girls Coordinator and Volleyball Coach at Shoemaker HS, we dive into the cliche of focusing on academics and how grades can be a jumping off point into teaching character and life-maturity. She takes us through her Accountability Board, Team Tutoring, and a host of other dirt-level strategies you can employ to help your athletes excel academically. She also brags on 2Words, which she uses almost daily, saying that, "2Words has become our morning coffee. It's our boost!" Not going to lie, that kind of feedback makes us at 2W feel pumped UP! Key Takeaways: - The importance of a consistent Coach in an inconsistent world. - Daily grade monitoring. - Networking and sharing with other coaches. Contact Coach Shaw-Moore via Email at Merdith.ShawMoore@killeenisd.org or by phone at (409) 351-1428 Sign up for THSCA Leadership Summit on 2/22/21 HERE: https://www.thsca.com/summit To learn more about the 2Words Character Development Curriculum, please email Colton at colton@2words.tv or visit our website at www.2words.tv/gameplan.

294. Academics and Accountability | Merdith Shaw-Moore | Shoemaker HS

"The mind is everything. What we think we become." Coach Brian Randle knows this is true, especially for athletes today. That's why he has his football team lie on the weight room floor, close their eyes, and visualize their success both on the field and off. "My job is to get kids out of their own way, to help them find their purpose and get fired up about it." In this episode, we dive into Coach Randle's 3PT program and his Monday Minutes, a Twitter video series that has us at 2W both laughing and taking notes. Good stuff!   Key Takeaways: - Faking it till you make it. - The one thing you have complete and total control over. - The power of positivity. Contact Coach Randle: Twitter @BrianRandle40 | BGRandle40@gmail.com | BrianGRandle@katyisd.org | (832)524-8090 Sign up for THSCA Leadership Summit on 2/22/21 HERE: https://www.thsca.com/summit To learn more about the 2Words Character Development Curriculum, please email Colton at colton@2words.tv or visit our website at www.2words.tv/gameplan.

Getting Kids Out Of Their Own Way | Brian Randle | Katy Meade Creek HS

1. Faith 2. Family 3. Academics 4. Football These are the priorities of a Jenks HS athlete. And putting these into practice is paying off to the tune of 17 Oklahoma State Championships! So our ears are up to see what we can learn. In this episode, Coach Keith Riggs talks about the importance of building men and the job satisfaction that gives him. He dives into core principles of their success and being the benefactor of a great culture built by his predecessor, the legend Coach Allan Trimble.  Key Takeaways: - Academically supporting your athletes with coaches acting as a weekly advisor. - Can a quiet person be a leader? YES! - Young coaches, start with developing relationships, and the Xs and Os will follow. Contact Coach Riggs via Email at keith.riggs@jenksps.org Sign up for THSCA Leadership Summit on 2/22/21 HERE: https://www.thsca.com/summit To learn more about the 2Words Character Development Curriculum, please email Colton at colton@2words.tv or visit our website at www.2words.tv/gameplan.

292. Football is Priority #4 | Keith Riggs | Jenks HS

Before there is trust, effort, and a run-through-a-brick-wall-for-you commitment, there is LOVE.  This episode with Devon Mann, Head Football Coach and A.D. at Santo ISD, hinges upon love. Not a Valentines Day feels love, but a Day One, Unconditional Choice to love and want the best for your athletes. From there, we range widely, hearing about keys to success for first-year coaches, the difference between a GOAL and a MISSION, running a Leadership Council (hint: there's gotta be food involved), and the benefits of allowing other voices speak, not only the Head Coach.  Key Takeaways: - Team Meals show the kids that we as coaches are human. - "COVID has felt a lot like coaching: you try something, it doesn't work, you back up, punt, and try again." - Culture is sexy to talk about until you have to defend it. Coach Mann can be found on twitter @CoachDmann To learn more about the 2Words Character Development Curriculum, please email Colton at colton@2words.tv or visit our website at www.2words.tv/gameplan.

It Starts With Love | Devon Mann | Santo ISD

"When I was growing up, we just did whatever coach told us to do. Today, that's not enough. You've got to model it." In this episode, we speak to A.D. and football coach, Chad Olson out west in Pecos, TX about his program's core values of Effort, Attitude, Guts, Love, Energy, and Sacrifice... E.A.G.L.E.S. We focus in on SACRIFICE, and how the same discipline that carries your athlete through a 6:30 AM workout will pay dividends in the real world as husbands, fathers, employees, and employers.  Key Takeaways: - Being a positive force for your athletes doesn't mean you're soft or easy on them - What is the role of a coach when tragedy strikes? 

290. Be EAGLES | Chad Olson | Pecos HS

When you try to do someone else's job, you fail at their job AND you fail at your own. In this weight room talk, Mackey reminds us that while we can't do EVERYTHING, we can remain laser-focused on what is ours to accomplish today, on YOUR JOB. - Deal in the truth, not in fantasy - Embrace the obstacles along the way. They are mean to make you stronger 

YOUR JOB with Mackey at Harker Heights

When you are about to speed up, you'd better know you're headed in the right direction. That's why the first week of Boot Camp at Anderson-Shiro happens in the classroom. Bradley Hodges, Head Football Coach and Athletic Director talks to us about slowing down at transition points in the year to ask, "What is best for THIS group, at THIS moment? What have we done well and what have we not?" Key Takeaways: -Kids see right through the phony. If you're going to say it, be about it. -Respect isn't only kids to coaches. Respect comes from within. -Relationship is first. There is no buy in that's not built on relationship. To learn more about the 2Words Character Development Curriculum, please email Colton at colton@2words.tv or visit our website at www.2words.tv/gameplan.

288. Slow Down to Go Fast | Bradley Hodges | Anderson-Shiro

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