I love how people make fun of this. As a coach we WANT this! We want guys to be stars at their roles. If you’re the 15th guy or the 1st guy everyone matters and is equal. This is a team EXPECTATION. No wonder they finished the champions.
I never coached this young man but know a few great guys that have. What an inspiration to so many people. God bless his family and friends.
#hardystrong
Hate to break it to you kids but if you don’t
1. Hit people on screens
2. Talk on defense
3. Hedge on screens
4. Take charges
5. Box out
6. Dive for loose balls
7. Swing the basketball
8. Stay solid on D
9. Be a great teammate
No college will want you
I’m very excited to announce my next chapter in coaching. I will be the Head Varsity assistant next season at Stevenson High School. I can’t tell you how blessed I am to be working for such an amazing school, program and Head Coach in Coach Ambrose. Can’t wait to get to work!
@mar5hallhoops
June is for HS Teams plain and simple. I don't know of any HS Coach having games in July or in May when you all have your tournaments. Real question is why not work together?? Goal should be to get our kids better and put them in position to play college basketball.
This is a lot of info to share but I’m hoping I can help someone today. This lockdown has really brought out my anxiety even more. For months I’ve been struggling. Been thinking talking to someone is a sign of weakness. Today I finally did and it was the best thing I ever did.
The amount of sacrifice my wife makes for me to do what I love will never be something I can make up for. Coaches wives are selfless. So lucky to have these beautiful women in my life.
I'll never understand how coaches post their wins when they win but won't post their loses when they lose. It's part of the game. One winner, one loser every time you step on the floor.
Excited to announce that Sullivan Gymnasium is getting a major upgrade! This summer our gym is getting completely gutted and remodeled. Below is what our new floor will look like. Will be the best gym in the CPS .
@michaelsobrien
@BallBoysChi
@KidNesto03
Would love to see some of these coaches win with there actual kids and not 3-4 transfers they need to be successful. Coaching is about developing, not stealing other talent. Food for thought 🤷🏻♂️
Truly blessed to have been learning from these two guys. The amount of knowledge and genuine care for our kids, school and program is amazing. Thankful daily they let me join them.
Yep my wife is amazing. Might of been a few days late but one of my favorite Father’s Day gifts. Hoping to put this bad boy to great use this season.
#taftbasketball
The reason I play this game every year against Walther Christian no matter where I'm at.
@DavidJGrim
gave me an amazing opportunity as a 24 year old head coach to start my career at Luther North. I am forever grateful for him believing in me. Love catching up once a year.
Very excited to say Taft will be playing in the Chicago Elite Classic next season on December 4th. We will play our rival Lane Tech in the game. Such a GREAT opportunity for our school and program.
#taftpride
Huge thank you to all the Taft staff and employees that made tonight even happen. So much went into making our first game safe for both us and Whitney Young. So proud to be part of the Taft family.
EXTREMELY excited to announce our new Varsity Assistant here at Schaumburg. Welcome Justin Orr to the Saxon Family. Justin played Division 1 basketball at Murray State and Ohio University. He also has coached at the HS level in Ohio.
How these AAU sites charge people $20 a person to come watch games is insane. I know they do all weekend passes but imagine taking a family to go support.
There is way too many coaches that seem to hate when others have success. Embrace our fellow coaches and give them their props. Everyone's journey is different. Make the younger guys better. Help all coaches reach their ultimate goals. Mentorship is so valuable in this career.
We as coaches in the CPL just want the same for our kids as those in the rest of the state. An opportunity to start our seasons. With no work stoppage our kids deserve a shot with safety protocols to practice and compete. I’m asking all coaches to help support us in Chicago.
Year 9 starts tomorrow!! Excited beyond belief to had a new beginning at Taft! 6am tryouts then 3:30 practice tomorrow. CANT WAIT!
#taftpride
#taftbasketball
Congrats to our very own Matt Lesch
@MatthewLesch1
on his commitment to Judson University. We are proud of you and excited to see you play at the next level. Matt is going on a full tuition paid scholarship!
@Taft_HS
@michaelsobrien
@VT_3LL0
@NBCSBulls
No bigger
@JoakimNoah
fan then this guy! This is my game worn collection of his. He had a huge impact on me. Loved how he gave it all for the city of Chicago
Thank you to all the people at Taft for trusting us to build a program. Special thanks to my coaches on staff for all the hard work they do for nickel and dimes. Also thanks all Taft students for packing out house every home game!
#taftpride
Coaches in the Chicagoland area. Would love to start a chalk talk get together once a month at Taft. Pick each other’s brains and just talk about everything we deal with as coaches. Talked about this in the past but would love to get this started. Anyone interested?
Was amazing seeing
@KDTrey5
up close for warm ups last night. All younger guys should see how hard he goes pregame an hour before the game for 20 min of hard GAME SPEED shots and balance shooting work.
Congrats to our Super Sophomore Jordan Tunis
@Jordantunis1
on being named All Conference tonight by the MSL Coaches. Huge accomplishment for a sophomore. Proud of you my guy!
Taft picks up win
#1
beating Urban Prep Bronzeville 72-42. Jared Brandi with 17 points and named all Tourney. Isaiah Milanovic chips in 18 points and 2 charges. Eagles are 1-3 on the season
@michaelsobrien
@mikeclarkpreps
@KidNesto03
So humbled and honored to be named Co-Coach of the year in our district for class 4A by
@ibcacoaches
thank you for the amazing recognition. Also thank you to my amazing coaches and also our amazing kids and admin at
@Taft_HS
Without you this isn’t happening.
#bleedblue
#taft
First day after a season ending is always the weirdest thing. 5 months of grinding and now getting home at 3:15. So blessed to be with my family again though. Hardest part of coaching is the time away from your family. Good luck to all the coaches still battling!
Tough loss to a very good St Charles East team 90-72.
@chinoga44085316
lead the way with 30 points. Great going up against a guy I truly look up to in this profession.
@bballwoods23
good luck to you and your great team the rest of the way.
@michaelsobrien