Coaches,
I was at Ohio State's Coaches Clinic 2026 last week, Head Coach Ryan Day broke leadership down into something simple—and powerful:
👉 The 5 C’s of Leadership
- Connection
- Character
- Competence
- Courage
- Communication
He repeated that leaders must be seen, felt, and heard. I highlight it in this week’s podcast: OSU Coaches Clinic 2026 Here’s the truth:
👉 Most athletes are never actually taught these.
They’re told:“Be a leader”“Step up”“Do better”
But no system exists to train it.
That’s the difference at elite programs. They don’t assume leadership…They develop it intentionally.
I build athletes mentally and physically to win now and at life always.
JIM
WIN THE DAY