Coach: The Life and Legacy of John R. Wooden
Join us for the premiere of this free documentary event. The documentary short entitled Coach: The Life and Legacy of John R. Wooden celebrates the lessons and life philosophy of the legendary UCLA basketball coach. Wooden’s legacy reaches so far that he is considered by many to be the 20th century’s most revered teacher and master mentor. You’ll see seldom-before-seen Wooden footage and interviews with some of the most successful coaches, athletes and thought leaders who were all influenced by Coach Wooden’s teachings and philosophies for a successful life. Watch now!
Character Is Speaking Kindly About Others—No Matter What
Hear no ill of a friend, nor speak any of an enemy. This simple advice can yield a powerful positive result.
read moreHow to Go from Surviving to Thriving: Focus on What You Can Control
Do not let what you cannot do interfere with what you can do. In his book with Steve Jamison, Coach Wooden's Leadership Game Plan for Success: 12 Lessons for Extraordinary Performance and Personal Excellence, Coach commented on this quote—a favorite of his: “Time is...
read moreWhy You Should Stop Worrying About the Things You Can’t Control
“The more concerned we become over the things we can’t control, the less we will do with the things we can control.” —Coach Wooden When Coach was asked what one of the most important things his father taught him, he replied: Never try to be better than somebody else....
read moreCommunication Skills That Will Make You a Better Leader
Coach Wooden’s communication style was effective in helping his players develop confidence and pride in what they did.
read moreHow Your Thinking Affects Your Future
Coach Wooden describes how a change in his thinking had a profound effect on his future.
read moreThe Why and How of Discipline
When people understand the why of discipline, they will be able to bear the how.
read moreLEARN ABOUT COACH WOODEN’S PYRAMID OF SUCCESS.
The Champions
How the Wooden Effect shaped these successful people from all walks of life
Golden State’s Bob Myers and Steve Kerr
Steve Kerr and Bob Myers say UCLA coach John Wooden’s lessons and teachings helped them become the men they are today.
Cori Close
The UCLA women’s basketball coach shares how John Wooden’s lessons shaped her coaching career.