Chris Prauner

There’s a difference between talent… and calling. Talent is something you’re given. Calling is something you’re led into. The hard truth: not everyone is called to the same role, the same level, or the same path… and that’s okay. Some are called to lead. Some to encourage. Some to grind behind the scenes where no one’s watching. Every role matters. God didn’t make a mistake when He gave you your gifts or your path. So don’t compare. Don’t chase someone else’s lane. Play where you’re planted. Grow where you’re called. That’s where purpose lives. #playwithpurpose #sportandfaith

That jersey was worn before you. It’ll be worn after you. Your only job? Make the next person proud to put it on.

"Remember that... - Hard work is a choice - Attitude is a choice - Discipline is a choice - Doing extra is a choice - Excellence is a choice There are no shortcuts to success - you must work for it." - Allistair McCaw

Breaking News: Nebraska Athletics is naming the field at Bowlin Stadium “Rhonda Revelle Field.” The #Huskers legendary softball coach just found out after Senior Day. 🌽🥎 (@1011_News)

Congratulations to everyone who was inducted into NHS!

I come back to this speech every time I forget what winning actually means...

Every player I ever coached was asking me the same 3 questions. They never said them out loud. It didn't matter what the lineup looked like. It didn't matter what the scoreboard said. They just needed to know 3 things. And every leader, every coach, every parent is being asked the same ones. Here they are. Question #1: Can I trust you? Trust isn't given. It's earned. You earn it through transparency and honesty not when things are going well, but when things are hard. How I built it: • Do what you say you're going to do • Tell them what they need to hear, not what they want to hear • Show up the same way whether you're winning or losing You lose trust fast. You build it slow. Question #2: Can you make me better? This one is on you as a leader. They're not just asking about their swing or their stats. They're asking: do you see me clearly enough to help me grow? Question #3: Do you care about me? This is the most important one. And you can't fake it. You can't lead anybody if they don't believe you care about them beyond what they produce on the field. Three questions. No stat tracks them. But they determine everything.

Join us in celebrating our State Championship team! Raising Cane’s meals will be available for purchase, plus enjoy a FREE cake as we celebrate. The first 200 fans will receive a poster (donated by Eric Luebbe Insurance), and the team will be signing autographs around 6:30 PM.

Two coaches. Two completely different styles. One championship stage. Dan Hurley and Dusty May couldn’t appear more different. Hurley is loud, fiery, and unapologetically intense. He coaches with passion on full display—every possession, every call, every moment. May is calm, measured, and composed. He leads with poise—steady, deliberate, and rarely rattled. One is expressive and animated. The other is reserved and calculated. And yet… both are elite. Both are brilliant tacticians. Both are masterful recruiters. Both have built championship cultures. And most importantly—both LOVE their players… and their players love them right back. That’s the lesson. There is no ONE way to lead. Not in basketball. Not in business. Not in life. Leadership isn’t about copying someone else’s style. It’s about owning your style. Your personality. Your strengths. Your voice. Because authenticity builds trust. And trust builds teams that win. Don’t try to lead like Hurley. Don’t try to lead like May. Lead like you.

6 Rules for Sports Parents: 1. It’s not about you 2. Struggle is part of the deal 3. Don’t ruin the car ride home 4. Your kid is watching you 5. Cheer for the team 6. Enjoy every moment One day, the games will end. Make sure the memories don’t.

Heads held high. ❤️

I was fired today. Well, laid off. "Budget cuts," my boss said. I packed my box. I was terrified. I have a mortgage. As I walked to the elevator, the CEO—the big boss who never talks to anyone—stepped in with me. "You're Sarah, right?" he asked. "Yes sir." "You stayed late last month to help the interns fix that presentation. You didn't ask for overtime." I nodded, surprised he knew. "I can't stop the layoffs," he said. "Board's decision. But I made a phone call." The elevator dinged. He handed me a card. "My friend runs a firm across town. He's expecting your call at 9 AM tomorrow. He needs a manager who cares about people. The pay is 20% higher." I stared at him. "Why?" "Because you held the door for the cleaning lady every single morning," he said. "I notice things." Character is what you do when you think no one is watching. Credit: Nancy brooks

PLAYERS - READ BELOW 👇 @daniellelawrie5 - I absolutely love this!!

Nebraska softball set another attendance record during its home series with UCLA. The Huskers set a program record weekend attendance of 8,383. They broke the single-game attendance record with 3,123 on Saturday.

Walk in your purpose When you're walking and aligned in your purpose, it allows you to be so clear-minded. I don't get distracted by anything on the outside because I know I'm doing what I'm supposed to be doing."

👏Congratulations to the Winter 2025-2026 NCPA Academic All-State Award Recipients! #nebpreps 📚 View the full list here: bit.ly/4c5ZCv1

Incredible take from Charles Barkley on Tom Izzo: "The media, who don't know anything about sports, say 'Why is he yelling his players?' That's called coaching... if parents & friends get mad because you're getting yelled at, get better parents & better friends."

Happiest man in America and it’s not even close. 🥹 @KentPavelka #GBR

"It's called accountability. Holding a player accountable to play up to their individual potential. When you do that...it permeates through the entire team." Your greatest ability is accountability. Because, your accountability determines how far your potential can take you.

Nick Saban asked his team a simple question: “Do we have show dogs on the team, or do we have hunting dogs?” Show dogs want to be seen. Hunting dogs want to win. The answer tells you everything about your culture. 🏆