The Hard 90 With Zach Sorensen

Kirk On Compte

Chris Kirk teaches us that a true competitor plays "unlocked" in a state of Fluidity - flow state
Effortlessly adapting to environment - adapt and react to each situation as it arises
Reaction without panic.  Reacting without a reaction. adapting . the best competitors adapt without effort
Continue to move forward no matter what happens

Simkins On Compete

1. Relentless effort - almost all sports reward effort & hustle! 
2. Be prepared and execute your plan (what the team needs & the game calls for).
3. Be driven to improve as the game goes on! 
4. Be engaged in making your teammates better. 

Coach Cutter On Compete

"Competing is choosing to give full effort and full focus to the next action, regardless of situation or emotion. Generally, people don’t stop competing because they don’t care or because they lack effort. They stop because distractions and noise get in the way." Steve Cutter

7 Qualities Of Elite Competitors

1) Know the game never ends

2) Always give 110%

3) Compare yourself only to yourself

4) Differentiate yourself

5) Learn how to lose
6) Never make excuses
7) Give credit when credit is due

CC Sabathia On Compete

• CC Sabathia’s definition of "compete" is rooted in intense, fearless preparation and a "give-me-the-ball" mentality, where the primary goal is to win for his team regardless of personal physical pain or circumstances. 

Tom Brady On Compete

Showing up daily with relentless discipline, consistency, and mental toughness, refusing to quit when it's hard, and outworking everyone through preparation, not relying on natural talent alone to achieve peak performance and win over the long term, often prioritizing team success over individual stats

Jordan and Kobe On Compete

"Relentlessly destroying opponents mentally and physically through obsessive work, taking their will, and constantly striving to be better than yourself, viewing it as a constant process of improvement, not a destination, fueled by passion and fearlessness to fail" Kobe

The Number One Used Word In Sports

Compete:

Competition is the greatest thrill a person can experience because it forces them to overcome challenges en route to becoming the best version of themselves.

Wooden On Enthusiasm

John Wooden considered enthusiasm a foundational, contagious passion that transforms hard work into exceptional performance. As a cornerstone of his Pyramid of Success, it fuels enjoyment in daily efforts, preventing tedium. He believed genuine love for the task inspires others and is necessary to reach one's full potential. 

Wooden On Cooperation

With all levels of your co-workers. Listen if you want to be heard. Be interested in finding the best way, not in having your own way.