By the Time You Get to Where You’re Going
Posted in New Posts, News on June 5th, 2010 by Troy Miles
As kids we are taught to dream big and work like hell to make it come true. Well… Don’t believe the hype — at least not entirely. Dreams do come true (it could happen to you)- perhaps you’ve heard the jingle? Yep… they may come true , but only if you do what must be done to embody the caliber of who you want to be. In basketball, like many endeavors, there is such a narrow window in which to actualize as a performer, particularly if you have aspirations of playing collegiately or professionally. Often times, hoop dreams turn to hoop hopes, which turn to unanswered prayers. Those that continue to live the dream are but hopeless dreamers, desperately trying to get through a window that will never open. This is the case in all sports, but painfully true in basketball.
Truthfully, the window was never really open. Of the myriad of challenges on the road to a college scholarship or NBA opportunity - being skilled enough is one of them. It seems that so many skilled individuals never quite make it to the big-time. On closer look, these players typically have “little things” missing from their games. What’s missing is usually trace elements of successful play that go unnoticed by most (players), because they’re unknown by most - and that includes modern coaches. This makes many so close… yet so far away from their goals. As a result, individuals never quite get what they really need to make it happen – unless they somehow randomly acquire the skill sets. Good Luck, somebody has to win the “lottery?”
What are the chances of randomly acquiring the necessary skill sets to become a top player? As a result, “stars” are rare. That means most players are in desperate need of the right information or materials to become the diamond of their dreams…
The key is preparing yourself properly as quickly as possible to fit inside the limited time frame available to capitalize. Think of how many people would be high school stars, if they were allowed to participate years after their eligibility. This holds true for every level. There are former college players playing in Men’s and Women’s leagues across the country who would kill in college. However, with their eligibility gone… so is their opportunity.
What is needed is some sort of guide to help you down the path. The guide could be an individual, reference material or both.
This way, there’s a greater opportunity to make it to the Big-time ….in Real-time!
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Good article. Very true. You must be willing to do the work and put in the time to up your skill level. A lot of kids aren’t willing to do that.
Troy, I really enjoyed this article, we all need guidance from people who have been through it and experienced it in different ways, this influences our decision making.
I guess the goal is for most to just be prepared for their opportunity, though its not guaranteed we still have to be ready for it.
Good stuff,
Danny
http://www.innovativeathletes.com
Thanks Danny.
It’s important because too many kids have no back up plans and become stagnant from delusion. I f the amount of energy required to succeed in sports is transferred to some other endeavor perhaps … the sky is the limit.
Many young players today do not want to put the effort on practicing on their own. Back in the day we worked on fundamentals dribbling, passing and shooting.
The article is DEEP and REAL. This story is true for the majority of athletes in every chosen sport. The MJ commercials should be required viewing.
Yes it is. I’m willing to help so many reach their dreams. As a (Beyond Profiteer) I’ve truly got their BACKS…. but they have to handle their FRONTS!
BTW: BP’s make priceless contributions to the lives of others.