Tip of the Week (2-13-12) 

"Providing education-based athletics in Indiana." 

Most student-athletes have limitations, whether it is in the classroom or on the field/court of play.  That is why we have to study hard, practice hard and apply ourselves at all times. 

Most teachers and coaches will tell you that they can live with those limitations as long as you are putting forth your best effort and keeping a good attitude. 

Tip of the Week (2-6-12) "Promoting education-based athletics in Indiana."

If there is one good lesson to learn from yesterday's Super Bowl, it's that at the end of every sport season, there is only one team left standing. It is no different in high school, where there is only one state champion in each class.  Every other team ends their season with a losing game.  Just think, only one team ends up winning their last game. But many life lessons can be learned and experienced along the way.  There are upsets of great teams, individuals have great games, communities unite, and friendships can be developed with your competitors. Even if your last game ends up being a loss, like the majority of those you compete against, the true champions are those who take something positive away from the experience. For more on the student-athlete go to www.ihsaa.org

Tip of the Week (1-30-12) "Promoting education-based athletics in Indiana."

If your sport was taken away from you today because of an injury or being cut from a team, would you still be a quality person that your family and school would be proud of?  Would you still try to excel in the classroom? Hopefully your answer would be a big "YES!" Don't let a sport determine who you are as a person.  Let that be determined by your morals, behavior, work ethic and attitude.  Remember, in almost all cases, sports will be a short term experience.  However, a good education will benefit you for a lifetime.

Tip of the Week (1-23-12) "Promoting education-based athletics in Indiana."

Are you a good classmate and teammate?  Do you help others when they are down or in time of need?  Are you all about picking up their spirit?The positive and productive student-athlete is always upbeat for those that surround them.  When companions make mistakes or may not be performing up to their capabilities, pick them up with positive comments and favorable support. We all have bad days in school and in our sports.  Don't let those days and memories linger.  Help your friends and teammates move ahead to their next challenge! 

For more information on the student-athlete go to www.ihsaa.org

Tip of the Week (1-16-12) "Providing education-based athletics in Indiana."

What is your mindset when you are preparing to play against a team or an individual that is considered superior to you? Do you feel like you can win?  Do you believe in yourself, your teammates, and your coaches? One coach recently told his team to do the ordinary, and maybe something extraordinary could happen.  Remember, upsets occur all the time. Why not expect the unexpected?  Just do the ordinary things! For more on the IHSAA go to www.ihsaa.org