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They Said It Couldn’t Be Done: USF Lacrosse Coach’s Mindset SHIFT

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In this engaging conversation, Coach Mindy McCord shares her journey as a coach, her leadership philosophy, and the challenges she faced while growing the sport of lacrosse. From her love story with her husband and coaching partner to her experiences navigating Title IX, Mindy provides insights into the evolution of her coaching style and the importance of mutual respect in leadership. She reflects on her early coaching mistakes, the strategies that led to her success, and the collaborative spirit that drives her passion for the sport. In this conversation, Mindy discusses the importance of building a winning mindset in sports, emphasizing the need for coaches to challenge players while fostering a culture of accountability and positivity. She shares insights on establishing a new lacrosse program at USF, focusing on community engagement and the development of young players. Mindy highlights the significance of learning from losses and maintaining team spirit through unique traditions like the ‘Braid Wars’.

00:00 Introduction to Coach Mindy McCord
03:01 The Love Story Behind the Coaches
05:55 Leadership and Coaching Philosophy
09:03 Navigating Title IX and Team Dynamics
11:52 Overcoming Challenges in Coaching
14:55 Growing the Sport of Lacrosse
18:06 Learning to Coach: The Evolution
20:56 Coaching Mistakes and Lessons Learned
23:55 The Secret Sauce to Coaching Success
27:54 Building a Winning Mindset
29:19 Coaching to the Top
30:19 Accountability and Team Standards
33:33 Establishing a New Program
35:30 Cultural Foundations and Team Identity
39:46 Learning from Losses
45:25 Player Highlights and Team Dynamics
50:06 Game Day Hair Wars and Team Spirit

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