Know your Dream Killers.
Personal: bad choices, fear, negative thinking.
Environmental: safety issues, lack of resources, high-risk activities.
Name yours. Then lock in.
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Wins and setbacks both count.
"I grow from wins and setbacks."
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"Your brand is what others say about you when you're not in the room."
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15 minutes that prevent injuries:
Stretch at least 15 minutes a day, when you wake up and before bed.
Fewer injuries. Better athlete.
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Grateful athletes work harder.
"Gratitude fuels my determination."
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Parents: a good program won't rush you.
A school that truly values your athlete "will not and should not pressure you into committing early."
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"Distractions are Dream Killers."
Every distraction costs you something you can't get back.
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Play like you're grateful to be here.
"I play with passion and purpose."
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Coaches: your athletes need the honest answer.
"Be honest with yourself and seek unbiased advice and feedback from people you trust, mainly your coach."
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Your recruiting package:
1. Spreadsheet of target schools + coach contacts
2. Highlight video + transcripts
3. Player resume + personal cover letter
4. A follow-up date
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Your body carries your goals.
"I honor the strength I've built."
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NIL money is taxable income.
The IRS says NIL income is generally taxable, including non-cash pay like free gear (IRS.gov/nil).
Know the tax side before you sign. Ask a tax pro.
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Choosing a school? Make a T-chart.
Pros vs. cons for each: academics, playing time, competition, housing, student body, the city, campus culture, NIL.
Write it down.
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Enjoy the journey, not just the finish.
"I am grateful for the journey."
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Parents: skill work beats testing drills.
"Athletes who spend time working on skill training⦠will always look better than the combine hero on game day."
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4 social media rules that protect your future:
1. Use it as a tool for your brand
2. Never rant about your team or coaches
3. Your posts live forever
4. Reposts count too
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Every hard day is teaching you something.
"I find the lesson in every challenge."
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"Getting recruited with a scholarship is a testament to all the hard work you've put in over the years when no one was watching."
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Gratitude is a daily habit.
"I speak gratitude into every day."
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Coaches: the portal changed recruiting. Colleges recruit proven college players now, and roster limits mean fewer spots.
Every spot counts. Help your athletes earn theirs. HenryJBell.com #TheGamePlan
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