COACHING

Mar 20 2026SPORTS

Dusty May: From Small‑Town Roots to Michigan’s Basketball Leader

Dusty May grew up in a quiet Indiana town called Solsberry, where life was simple and hard work mattered. After high school he played basketball at a local college before becoming a student manager for the famous coach Bob Knight. That early experience taught him that success comes from careful plan

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Mar 20 2026SPORTS

How Penn State Became a Wrestling Powerhouse

Penn State’s wrestling team is aiming for its 13th NCAA title this weekend, but the path to that goal isn’t just about training hard. It starts with a coach who grew up in Utah among four brothers and a father‑coach, learning early that wrestling is as much about character as it is about technique.

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Mar 19 2026SPORTS

Coach Caldwell’s Roots: A Story of Small Town, Big Wins

Kim Caldwell grew up in Parkersburg, West Virginia, where basketball was part of daily life and her dad taught her the game from a young age. The values she learned there—discipline, accountability, and relentless effort—shaped the way she leads her teams today. After proving herself at Glenville St

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Mar 19 2026SPORTS

Coach Wade’s Final Exit From NC State

Will Wade’s last game with the NC State men’s basketball team ended in a 68‑66 loss to Texas, cementing his decision to move on. After the defeat, he spoke to reporters in a tone that suggested the program was still far from where it should be. Wade admitted that his team “didn’t spend as much time

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Mar 16 2026SPORTS

A Coach Who Gives Belief

The writer began his basketball career at fourteen, feeling shy and unsure. He used the sport to find friends and confidence. In the next fifteen years, he met many great people but also faced criticism because of his age and lack of playing experience. He joked that gray hair or a divorce mig

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Mar 16 2026SPORTS

The Man Behind Vanderbilt Commodores' Success: A Look at Coach Mark Byington's Journey

Mark Byington, the head coach of the Vanderbilt Commodores, has been making waves in the basketball world. His team's recent victory over the Florida Gators in the SEC Tournament semi-finals showcased his strategic brilliance. But who is the man behind this success? Born and raised in Salem, Virgin

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Feb 28 2026SPORTS

Hoosiers Rise: A Coach’s Quiet Revolution

The spotlight on college football often falls on flashy programs and star recruits, but sometimes the biggest stories come from places that were once forgotten. In Indiana, a coach named Curt Cignetti has turned a long‑time underdog team into champions. When he stepped in, the Hoosiers were barel

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Feb 28 2026SPORTS

Team Fires Coach After Sexual Assault Claims

The Atlanta Falcons cut ties with assistant defensive line coach LaTroy Lewis following fresh accusations of sexual assault. Police in Ann Arbor are looking into the allegations, which trace back to a December incident while Lewis worked for Michigan football. The team’s announcement came the same d

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Feb 26 2026SPORTS

Keon Coleman’s Next Challenge: Repeat the Off‑Season Success

Buffalo’s new coach, GM and star quarterback all support Keon Coleman. They want him to repeat the hard work he did last year. The Bills’ owner praised Coleman after firing the old coach. Now, the team’s leaders say he must stay focused on training and growth. Beane said Coleman had a gr

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Feb 25 2026HEALTH

Learning to Listen: How Coaching Changed Feeding in Child Care

In child care, teachers often decide when a child should eat, even if the child is already full or hungry. This study looked at whether coaching could help teachers better notice and respond to kids’ real hunger cues. The program, called CELEBRATE Feeding, ran for six months in eight centers locat

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