Here are a 11 positive ways you can separate yourself from the crowd:
1) Be the most vocal and enthusiastic player in the gym. Be an energy giver.
2) Hustle! Be the first player in line for each drill. Try to win each sprint. Do everything at game speed!
3) Make the extra pass. Be selfless while everyone else is selfish.
4) Box out every single play of every single drill.
5) Make eye contact with the coach when they’re speaking.
6) Dive for loose balls and take charges. Every team needs a player that does those 2 things.
7) Be a good teammate. Keep in mind that ‘we > me.’
8) Arrive early and stay after to get in extra work. Learn the difference between ‘waiting and preparing.’
9) Know your strengths and weaknesses. If you aren’t a competent 3-point shooter, then don’t shoot 3′s. Find ways to highlight what YOU do well.
10) Communicate with the coach. If you aren’t sure, ask the coach what things you need to do to EARN a spot on the team. The key word is EARN
11) Play present. If you make a mistake, move on and focus on the next play. Concentrate on the two things you control at all times, your effort and your attitude.
