Erik Bell

It’s great to post “blessed to receive an offer” or make a college commitment, but don’t dare be satisfied or think you are already good enough. You’re not. It’s only the very beginning. It’s very competitive, not to mention an entirely different level than what you’re used to!

Parents get mad at school coaches when their kids don’t play as much as they think they should. They feel they’ve invested so much time & money that their kid should be playing more when reality is they’ve thrown money away for the last decade on pointless training & AAU teams.🤷🏻‍♂️

Kid showed up 10 minutes late to practice last Thursday. Freshman. Third week on the team. Still learning how everything works. I didn't say anything. Just moved the practice forward without him. He jogged up, quiet, and slid into the back of the group. Everyone kept moving. During the cool-down, I saw two of our leaders pull him aside by the fence. Couldn't hear what they said. Didn't need to. Just watched them talk — calm, serious, no raised voices. The kid nodding. Listening. Thursday afternoon, 4:47 PM, my phone buzzes: "Won't happen again, Coach. My bad." I never tell new coaches this is what's possible because they don't believe me. They think you have to enforce everything. Make the call on every situation. Be the one who holds the line. But when your architecture is clear — when everyone understands what the goal demands — the team regulates itself. Those leaders weren't doing me a favor. They were protecting something they built. I don't police alignment. The standard does.

@CruitsCoachDW This guy has worked through tough times and is better for it. From D1 to JUCO now to the powerhouse CMU. So proud of him. De Soto kid that grinded through adversity.

Attention to detail is what separates the great from the good. While most athletes ignore the small details, the best athletes leave nothing to chance when it comes to their training, preparation, and performance.

Don’t think you get to do this everyday…I do. Work with my best friend and do this. Love it. 🏀👊

Parents: Your kids have a .000001% of playing a professional sport Yet through sports done the right way, your kids have a 100% chance of building resiliency, learning life lessons, developing relationships & gaining confidence Sports done the right way are the ultimate teacher

For HS Players trying to earn a spot on a Mid Major Roster - These are the types of dudes that you are competing with for spots • 6th season • Played at Kentucky, Xavier, Florida State • 23 Years Old • Averaging 17 and 9 at High Point

Young Hoopers Learn to play off two feet It will take your game to another level

DHS football game at Blue Valley Southwest tonight has an adjusted kick off time of 6pm due to incoming weather. Football players need to check the band app for an updated schedule for team meal. Spread the word! #OTP

5 total college offers between two cy young winners. Probably not a big deal if your 12 yr old has a rough tournament.

Wildcat Nation we are up for the KPreps game of the week! Get out and vote!

Wildcat Nation, we are up for the Team of the Week! Please get out and vote! Go Wildcats!

What a privelege to have @Shwatts32 speak to our team today! Shane had a great message about the value of consistency & enjoying the HS football experience! Thank you Shane for your time & example! We are so proud of you & wish you the best! Once a Wildcat, always a Wildcat!

Wildcat Nation, We would greatly appreciate your support as we get ready for our upcoming fall season! Please consider donating if you are able. Thank you in advance for your support throughout the season! #our-story" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">app.schoolfundr.org/fund/dhsfootba…

Fall sports start tomorrow! Please note some updated times because of the heat forecasted. See today’s Growl for more information.

#20 – De Soto Wildcats 🐾 The Wildcats take the 20th spot in our Kansas High School Football Preseason Top 25. De Soto will face a competitive United Kansas League schedule.

Some of the best green high school football helmets in the state 🟢 Who has the best green helmet in Kansas? 🟩

Congratulations to Coach Pickering who was named the Alton Telegraphs’s Large School Coach of the Year. This award shows the time and dedication Coach Pickering, his staff, and players put into every season. theintelligencer.com/sports/article…