Teammates with a 14 year old
Having been a teacher for the last 9 years, I have had plenty of opportunities to witness a multitude of 14 year olds become better people, teammates, athletes, friends and students. It is such an impressionable age for growth and … Continue reading →
A bit of inspiration
As I have continued to delve into the idea of heroism and truth this week, I was reminded by a colleague about a poem I have often referred back to a various times since my freshman year of college (it … Continue reading →
Just a little HOPE….
By Guest Blogger Matt Sagar I remember the day like it was yesterday. It was a moment that I had been waiting for since making the varsity squad. We were the home team with the 3rd ranked high school team … Continue reading →
Basketball, New York City and People from India
The first two and the last two go together regularly without hesitation. Combining all three – not so much. I headed down to see a tournament in New York just the other weekend, which was both normal and unusual. This … Continue reading →
Crossover Tip Off Puts India, Basketball at Forefront of Efforts
Crossover’s Tip-off event was awesome. Attendees included those with interests in India (Chennai), Basketball, Education, and wanting to find a way to volunteer or get involved. I want to once again thank Ajit Verghese for his unbelievably kind introduction, as … Continue reading →
Thinking About Coaches…
It’s funny – you hear so much growing up about the influences a coach has on this player or that player and as a kid you wait for it. But it’s something that doesn’t appear right away. Not every coach … Continue reading →
Do you like apples?
One of the best feelings I have been experiencing lately has been in hearing/seeing/reading the reaction of people to the theory and concept behind Crossover. One supporter from DC said “This sounds like a terrific organization – and one that … Continue reading →
If you’re not moving forward…
Grinding. That’s what it feels like right now. Just like those fall workouts where it seems like the games are forever and a day away and you have to find the inner passion to self-motivate. Get to the gym, get … Continue reading →
“My team’s on the floor!”
So to make sure CBSA was moving forward at full speed – I decided a day trip into the heart of NYC would only seem appropriate. The day’s two most important meetings were to be with a founder of Hoops … Continue reading →