Maya Angelou
Making It Happen in 2007
Patosha Jeffery
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Tuesday, April 24, 2007
Who Has to Work
"Nothing Will Work Unless You Do"
Maya Angelou
Making It Happen in 2007
Patosha Jeffery
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Maya Angelou
Making It Happen in 2007
Patosha Jeffery
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Nike Basketball Shoes at Eastbay.com!
Thursday, April 12, 2007
Why Develop Your Basketball Skills
Making It Happen in 2007
Patosha Jeffery
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Friday, April 6, 2007
The Goal Setter Go Getter
How does a kid go from an average student to the top of the class?
As an elementary school student, Pat was average. She made Bs, Cs, and an occasional A. She even had a D slip up on her report card. However, she left her junior high school with the highest grade point average. She graduated from high school as co-salutatorian. Pat even graduated from the University of Memphis’ Fogelman College of Business in the Top 10% of the class.
There were 3 steps that Pat executed that propelled her to academic success.
1. Set Goals
Pat had a goal to have a certain grade point average at the end of each grading period.
There has to be a desired result in mind. Goals create direction. It gives you something to strive for.
2. Set Mini-Goals
Pat broke down the grades she had to make in each class to reach the desired grade point average.
After the goal is established, there should be mini-goals or stepping stones set to create the path to the desired goal. This makes the task more doable and not overwhelming.
3. Prioritize activities
When Pat arrived at home, it was understood to do home work or study before watching TV, talking on the phone and any other activities.
When goals are established, some activities may have to be minimized to accomplish the goal.
Pat never imagined she would be Valedictorian of her junior high school class, Co-Salutatorian of her high school class, nor in the Top 10% of the College of Business class. However, she did learn that if you take care of the small things the big things will take care of themselves.
Making It Happen in 2007
Patosha Jeffery
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Nike Basketball Shoes at Eastbay.com!
As an elementary school student, Pat was average. She made Bs, Cs, and an occasional A. She even had a D slip up on her report card. However, she left her junior high school with the highest grade point average. She graduated from high school as co-salutatorian. Pat even graduated from the University of Memphis’ Fogelman College of Business in the Top 10% of the class.
There were 3 steps that Pat executed that propelled her to academic success.
1. Set Goals
Pat had a goal to have a certain grade point average at the end of each grading period.
There has to be a desired result in mind. Goals create direction. It gives you something to strive for.
2. Set Mini-Goals
Pat broke down the grades she had to make in each class to reach the desired grade point average.
After the goal is established, there should be mini-goals or stepping stones set to create the path to the desired goal. This makes the task more doable and not overwhelming.
3. Prioritize activities
When Pat arrived at home, it was understood to do home work or study before watching TV, talking on the phone and any other activities.
When goals are established, some activities may have to be minimized to accomplish the goal.
Pat never imagined she would be Valedictorian of her junior high school class, Co-Salutatorian of her high school class, nor in the Top 10% of the College of Business class. However, she did learn that if you take care of the small things the big things will take care of themselves.
Making It Happen in 2007
Patosha Jeffery
===>www.patoshajeffery.com
Nike Basketball Shoes at Eastbay.com!
Wednesday, April 4, 2007
Ashley Shields Makes History
Ashley Shields of Memphis, TN made history today. She became the first Junior College Player Ever to be drafted in the WNBA. She was selected 8th overall by the Houston Comets.
This is such an insprirational story and I am so happy for Ashley. Ashley played for the same high school coach I played for, Robert Newman. She started her high school career at Hamilton High as a ninth grader and then transferred to Melrose High in the eleventh grade. She signed a letter of intent with the University of Memphis, however she never played there because of academic issues. She transferred to Northwest Mississippi Community College but only played a couple of games due to pregnancy. From there she transferred to Southwest Tennessee Community College, she was not able to play during her first year because of academic issues again.
However, the next year (2006-2007) Shields led the NJCAA in scoring with an average of 27.4 points per game and was among national leaders in rebounding (11.3), assists (6.6) and steals (4.1). She also led the Lady Saluqis in field goal percentage (.558), and three-point percentage (.443). She recorded four triple-doubles and 19 double-doubles this season and had season highs of 15 rebounds (vs. Arkansas Baptist, Hiwassee, and Saint Catharine), 14 assists (vs. Jackson State), eight steals (vs. Cleveland State), and four blocke d shots (vs. Hiwassee). Ashley Shields was named Player of the Year in the Tennessee Junior and Community College Athletic Association by a unanimous vote of the coaches. Also, Shields was chosen to the 2007 Junior College/Community College Kodak/WBCA All-American Team. The Kodak team, selected by the Women’s Basketball Coaches Association, consists of ten players selected from among the over 500 NJCAA member schools.
Congratulations to Ashley Shields.
Ladies this story should inspire you to never ever quit on your dreams and goals..
Making It Happen in 2007
Patosha Jeffery
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This is such an insprirational story and I am so happy for Ashley. Ashley played for the same high school coach I played for, Robert Newman. She started her high school career at Hamilton High as a ninth grader and then transferred to Melrose High in the eleventh grade. She signed a letter of intent with the University of Memphis, however she never played there because of academic issues. She transferred to Northwest Mississippi Community College but only played a couple of games due to pregnancy. From there she transferred to Southwest Tennessee Community College, she was not able to play during her first year because of academic issues again.
However, the next year (2006-2007) Shields led the NJCAA in scoring with an average of 27.4 points per game and was among national leaders in rebounding (11.3), assists (6.6) and steals (4.1). She also led the Lady Saluqis in field goal percentage (.558), and three-point percentage (.443). She recorded four triple-doubles and 19 double-doubles this season and had season highs of 15 rebounds (vs. Arkansas Baptist, Hiwassee, and Saint Catharine), 14 assists (vs. Jackson State), eight steals (vs. Cleveland State), and four blocke d shots (vs. Hiwassee). Ashley Shields was named Player of the Year in the Tennessee Junior and Community College Athletic Association by a unanimous vote of the coaches. Also, Shields was chosen to the 2007 Junior College/Community College Kodak/WBCA All-American Team. The Kodak team, selected by the Women’s Basketball Coaches Association, consists of ten players selected from among the over 500 NJCAA member schools.
Congratulations to Ashley Shields.
Ladies this story should inspire you to never ever quit on your dreams and goals..
Making It Happen in 2007
Patosha Jeffery
===>www.patoshajeffery.com
Nike Basketball Shoes at Eastbay.com!
Tuesday, March 27, 2007
Attitude of a Dominate Girls Basketball Player
Last week, I spoke to Head Coach Andrea Martre of Southwest Tennessee Community College.
Coach Andrea Martre was named Western Division and TJCCAA Coach of the Year after guiding Southwest to a 26-2 record, the Western Division championship, and a number 13 national ranking this season. It was the third time Martre has been honored as coach of the year by the TJCCAA. In eleven years as coach at Southwest, Martre has compiled a 178-120 record.
As you can see, Coach Martre had a heck of a season this year. She also had the opportunity to coach one of the most talented and gifted players to come out of the Memphis area, Ashley Shields. Shields led the NJCAA in scoring this season with an average of 27.4 points per game and was among national leaders in rebounding (11.3), assists (6.6) and steals (4.1). She also led the Lady Saluqis in field goal percentage (.558), and three-point percentage (.443). She recorded four triple-doubles and 19 double-doubles this season and had season highs of 15 rebounds (vs. Arkansas Baptist, Hiwassee, and Saint Catharine), 14 assists (vs. Jackson State), eight steals (vs. Cleveland State), and four blocke d shots (vs. Hiwassee).
Ashley Shields was named Player of the Year in the Tennessee Junior and Community College Athletic Association by a unanimous vote of the coaches. Also, Shields was chosen to the 2007 Junior College/Community College Kodak/WBCA All-American Team. The Kodak team, selected by the Women’s Basketball Coaches Association, consists of ten players selected from among the over 500 NJCAA member schools.
PJ: How do you believe the game has developed for girls since you’ve been involved? (intensity, skill level)
CM: The game is faster, players are bigger and stronger.
PJ: What skill do you believe girls are lacking the most when they arrive at college? What can they do to develop those skills?
CM: They lack KNOWLEDGE of the game. Need to read and watch more games and basketball videos.
PJ: Some players may feel that starting out at a junior college is not for them. What are the benefits of playing at a junior college?
CM: Academically they can get better if the talent is there and if they lack skill it will help them get better to move to the next level.
PJ: You coached the TJCCAA PLAYER OF THE YEAR, Ashley Shields. She lead the NJCAA in scoring this season with an average of 27.4 points per game and was among national leaders in rebounding (11.3), assists (6.6) and steals (4.1). What characteristics does Shields have that plays a part in her being such a dominate player? (work ethic, attitude)
CM: She is a WINNER at HEART and she plays to WIN!!!!
PJ: Is there any advice you would like to provide for young players?
CM: Keep an open mine and be willing to try something NEW!!
--Patosha Jeffery
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Coach Andrea Martre was named Western Division and TJCCAA Coach of the Year after guiding Southwest to a 26-2 record, the Western Division championship, and a number 13 national ranking this season. It was the third time Martre has been honored as coach of the year by the TJCCAA. In eleven years as coach at Southwest, Martre has compiled a 178-120 record.
As you can see, Coach Martre had a heck of a season this year. She also had the opportunity to coach one of the most talented and gifted players to come out of the Memphis area, Ashley Shields. Shields led the NJCAA in scoring this season with an average of 27.4 points per game and was among national leaders in rebounding (11.3), assists (6.6) and steals (4.1). She also led the Lady Saluqis in field goal percentage (.558), and three-point percentage (.443). She recorded four triple-doubles and 19 double-doubles this season and had season highs of 15 rebounds (vs. Arkansas Baptist, Hiwassee, and Saint Catharine), 14 assists (vs. Jackson State), eight steals (vs. Cleveland State), and four blocke d shots (vs. Hiwassee).
Ashley Shields was named Player of the Year in the Tennessee Junior and Community College Athletic Association by a unanimous vote of the coaches. Also, Shields was chosen to the 2007 Junior College/Community College Kodak/WBCA All-American Team. The Kodak team, selected by the Women’s Basketball Coaches Association, consists of ten players selected from among the over 500 NJCAA member schools.
PJ: How do you believe the game has developed for girls since you’ve been involved? (intensity, skill level)
CM: The game is faster, players are bigger and stronger.
PJ: What skill do you believe girls are lacking the most when they arrive at college? What can they do to develop those skills?
CM: They lack KNOWLEDGE of the game. Need to read and watch more games and basketball videos.
PJ: Some players may feel that starting out at a junior college is not for them. What are the benefits of playing at a junior college?
CM: Academically they can get better if the talent is there and if they lack skill it will help them get better to move to the next level.
PJ: You coached the TJCCAA PLAYER OF THE YEAR, Ashley Shields. She lead the NJCAA in scoring this season with an average of 27.4 points per game and was among national leaders in rebounding (11.3), assists (6.6) and steals (4.1). What characteristics does Shields have that plays a part in her being such a dominate player? (work ethic, attitude)
CM: She is a WINNER at HEART and she plays to WIN!!!!
PJ: Is there any advice you would like to provide for young players?
CM: Keep an open mine and be willing to try something NEW!!
--Patosha Jeffery
===>www.patoshajeffery.com
Nike Basketball Shoes at Eastbay.com!
Tuesday, March 20, 2007
When Things Get in the Way of Your Basketball Dreams
"When obstacles arise, you change your direction to reach your goal; you do not change your decision to get there."
— Zig Ziglar
— Zig Ziglar
Tuesday, March 13, 2007
Does Your Game Look Like This
If your game looks like this, I have some news for you, COLLEGE COACHES HATE THIS.
As you watch the NCAA tournament, I want you to write down how many times you see a college player perform one of these moves.
If you are practicing AND 1 or Street ball moves more than the basic fundamentals of ball handling, shooting, and triple threat, let me be the first to tell you COLLEGE COACHES WILL NOT BE KNOCKING AT YOUR DOOR.
Making It Happen in 2007
Patosha Jeffery
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