Testimonials
- “Basketball has taught me so much more than just how to dribble the ball or shoot a hoop. It has taught me how to be a leader. I have learned how to keep my team motivated whether we are losing or winning a game. It has taught me to communicate in the best way to get the most potential out of my teammates' abilities. That is the beauty of sports. There is so much more that athletes gain than just the skills we learn for our sport; we gain life lessons. To be a part of a successful team, you must learn to work with others, to communicate appropriately and to be able to understand people's strengths and weaknesses and how to put them in positions to be successful for the betterment of the team. Sports resemble life, and we can learn so much from them."
Justina King: Cal State Longbeach - Womens Basketball
“I have learned many leadership lessons while competing on the Fresno State football team. The first is that many times, actions speak louder than words. If I want to lead my team to success, I must hold my teammates accountable to the standard we have set as a team. To do that, however, I must uphold the standard in every situation I am in so my teammates can look at me and see how things are done. I have also learned that listening is extremely important, and as a leader, I am a servant for my teammates. My job is to lead my team in the right direction while also looking out for their and the team's best interests. By listening to my teammates and understanding what's going on within the team, I can lead them better. These lessons I have learned, from “Complete Athlete” and from playing sports also help me in my everyday life. I strive to live my life with great character and integrity and try to do the right thing even when no one is watching. I also try to listen to my friends and family to make sure I'm being the best son, brother, and friend I can be. Sports and “Complete Athlete” have taught me numerous lessons on how to be a leader, and I am thankful for the opportunities I have been blessed with."
Matt Smith: Men's Football - Fresno State
“Athletics in general have taught me how to hold myself and my fellow teammates accountable for every action, whether it be during playing time or in personal life. From wins and losses, everything is a lesson to build better habits and become a better person. Athletics and “Complete Athlete” have taught me to always aim to better myself, and as a leader, I try to elevate my teammates to the same standard of always improving."
Albert Urias: Oregon State University - Wrestling