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!
How to Build a Foundation of Honesty
“The smallest deed is better than the greatest intention.” ―John Burroughs This quote reflects the way Coach Wooden approached life and leadership. He described the person he admired most, his father Joshua Wooden, as consistent in word and deed, a model of the...
read moreYou Are Only a Failure When…
Coach Wooden did not believe success or failure was based on the final score, but in knowing you made the effort to do the best of which you are capable.
read moreIt’s Courage That Counts
Courage, like love, must be nourished with hope. And when it is, it is a beautiful thing.
read moreWhy Pride Is a Better Motivator Than Fear
Fear may work in the short term to get people to do something, but over the long run, personal pride is a much greater motivator.
read moreThe Importance of Good Role Models
Coach Wooden said his teachers made him a better person. That they had the most profound impact on his life.
read moreThe Time to Prepare Is Before an Opportunity Arises
Be ready and your chance may come. If you are not ready, it may not come again. Thus, there are no small opportunities; every opportunity is big.
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.

