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!
6 Tips for Keeping a Gratitude Journal
Coach Wooden believed in giving thanks for your blessings and praying for guidance every day.
read moreThe 3 Parts of Levelheaded Self-Evaluation
Coach Wooden emphasized constant improvement and steady performance.
read moreHow You Can Influence the Future
Before each season, Coach Wooden sent his team a letter. The theme was simple and consistent: You cannot change the past, but you can influence the future by what you do today.
read moreWhy Complacency and Success Cannot Coexist
Coach Wooden felt that complacency was the key character flaw that led to a lack of continued success.
read moreThe Purpose of Discipline
You discipline those under your supervision to correct, to help, to improve—not to punish. Coach Wooden felt strongly that discipline was essential for any group, whether it was a business, family or sports team, to be successful. In his book Wooden with Steve...
read moreThe Value of Self-Analysis: Self-Improvement
There is value in self-analysis: self-improvement. Lao Tzu, an ancient Chinese philosopher, was quoted as saying: “He who gains a victory over other men is strong; but he who gains a victory over himself is all powerful.” “He who knows others is wise. He who...
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.

