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Raise the Standard: How to Build Discipline and Win
Learn how to raise the standard, build elite discipline, and unlock true greatness. Stop underestimating the work it takes to win.
3 Things I Would Tell a Young Coach
By Adam Harrington "Nobody cares how much you know until they know how much you care." That is the first thing I would tell any young trainer or coach. I have lived basketball from a lot of different seats. I played professionally and later coached in the NBA. I have...
The Teammate Everyone Wants Isn’t Always the One Everyone Likes
By Jake Thompson The Injury That Changed Everything During the last home game of my senior year, I took a hit to open the second half and didn't get up the way I was supposed to. It took about two series before anyone realized I had no clue what was going on out...
You Can’t Be a Great Teammate and Hide at the Same Time
By Tyler Dickerhoof As a senior, I was the hardest worker on my team. I want you to hear how that sounds, because I said it like a compliment for about twenty-five years. First one to practice, last one to leave. I took extra reps nobody asked for. If there was...
Why Accountability Is the Highest Form of Caring
By Josh Daniels One of the biggest mistakes we make in leadership is confusing accountability with negativity. An athlete gets corrected and thinks the coach is picking on them. A captain is held to a higher standard and wonders why everyone else seems to get away...
Character Habits of the World’s Elite Athletes | The S.O.A.R. Method
Discover the core character habits of elite athletes. Learn how the S.O.A.R. framework (Strategy, Organization, Accountability, Resilience) drives championship execution.
Full Circle: Why I am Giving My Alma Mater Lifetime Access to Lead ‘Em Up
(As first spotted by the folks over at The MoSo Show) They say that it takes a village to raise a child. If you graduated from Watkins Mill High School, you know that is not just a catchy phrase, it is the absolute truth. I graduated from Watkins Mill in the Class of...
2026 Green 13 Recipients
Meet the 2026 Green 13 Award winners. Discover how these 13 elite student-athletes define leadership, crush goals, and inspire their entire communities.
From 0-10 to a Playoff Run: The Towson Football Turnaround
How do you take a team that didn’t win a single game and turn them into a playoff contender in just one season?
How to Nurture Your Elite Players
Transform your program by leveling up your best players. The Green Elite 1-on-1 mentorship equips stand-out athletes with an elite leadership roadmap.
Why Your Best Player isn’t Always Your Best Leader (And That’s Okay)
Stop picking captains on stats alone. Avoid the ‘Halo Effect’ and use the 3 roster archetypes to build a winning team culture.
This is How It Works: A Masterclass in Community
How do you make a real difference in a community? Sometimes, it starts with one person opening a door, and others walking through it with a plan to go all-in. That's exactly what's happening at Middletown High School, where the entire community, from business owners...
Wise Football: Unbreakable in the Face of Adversity
Wise Football’s 2023 championship was won through resilience, leadership, and a culture of trust after overcoming major early-season adversity.
Beyond Talent: South River Girls Basketball’s 2025 Path to a Championship
South River Girls Basketball used a focus on unity and leadership to win a championship. Learn how their “Green Team” culture led to success.
Bass, Treble, and Buy-In: Calvert Hall’s Championship Culture
For ten years, Lead ‘Em Up has worked to develop leaders and build cohesive teams. As we celebrate this milestone, we’re looking back at some of the championship teams that exemplify the power of culture and leadership. Next up in our series is the Calvert Hall...
Do Your Job: Quince Orchard 2022 Football Team
Quince Orchard won a state title by embracing a culture of accountability. Learn how their “Do Your Job” motto helped them.
All In, All Love: The North Muskegon Soccer Story
After a season-ending heartbreak, the North Muskegon soccer team used a culture of love and commitment to win their first-ever state title.