Ken Blanchard has posted some Leadership Lessons from Super Bowl XLIV. He believes the underdog New Orleans Saints defeated the Indianapolis Colts 31-17, in large part, to the power of their purpose.
After the game Brees was quoted as saying, “We played for our city. We played for the entire Gulf Coast region. We played for the entire Who Dat nation that has been behind us every step of the way.”
Blanchard states, “Teams of all kinds, whether in the sports world, corporate America, or the non-profit sector, can take a lesson from the Saints and the power of purpose. When chartering a team, one of the first priorities is to establish a clear purpose. ‘Why do we exist?’ and ‘What are we trying to achieve?’ are key questions that need to be answered.”
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Tuesday, February 9, 2010
Wednesday, January 27, 2010
BMX Bicycle Champion Donny Robinson
Donny Robinson won the 2006 National Bicycle League Championship and the 2007 USA Cycling BMX National Championship. Now, for the first time in Olympic history, BMX bicycling will be a competitive sport at the 2008 games, and Donny is determined to win a gold medal. Though small in stature, he is considered a David in the world of BMX Goliaths. Not only is he passionate about racing, Donny is passionate about his faith in Christ. As a Christian athlete, his infectious faith spills over into everything he does, revealing a relationship with God that forms the foundation of his zeal for life.Read more...
Tuesday, January 26, 2010
CSP picks Colts over Saints
CSP is taking the Colts over the Saints in Super Bowl XLIV 33-31.This should be an incredible game between two of the most proficient offenses in the league each with great quarterbacks. Peyton Manning looks to defend his stock in the MVP voting and add a second championship to his resume while Drew Brees looks to prove that he was just as worthy of being the league MVP this season.
We rate the Saints better on the defensive side of the ball but look for Peyton Manning to exploit some holes to come through in the clutch.
Should be a thrilling football game!
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
Warner and Rodgers produce instant playoff classic
Kurt Warner and Aaron Rodgers have two things in common: they are both masters at their trade and they are both deeply committed to their faith in Jesus Christ. The two gridiron warriors staged a passing duel Sunday night that is sure to be an instant classic.
In a game where defense didn’t even show up (until a 17-yard fumble return for a touchdown ... in overtime), the Cardinals and Packers produced the highest-scoring game in NFL postseason history Sunday, combining for 96 points and 13 touchdowns (both postseason combined team records) in the wild-card matchup in Arizona.
The previous record was 95 points, in the Eagles 58-37 win over the Lions in 1995. The Eagles and Lions also combined for 12 touchdowns in that game, as did the Rams and Vikings in a 1999 divisional game.
The Cardinals and Packers also set the postseason single-game record for first downs with 62, breaking the record of 59 set in the divisional round between the Chargers and Dolphins in 1981. And, one other milestone – 11 different players scored a touchdown in the game, the most all-time for a playoff contest. On three other occassions, 10 different players had scored in a single playoff contest.
The teams came close on two other records. The teams produced 1,024 total yards, tied for third-most all-time in the playoffs. They also combined for 801 yards passing, second-most all time.
In a game where defense didn’t even show up (until a 17-yard fumble return for a touchdown ... in overtime), the Cardinals and Packers produced the highest-scoring game in NFL postseason history Sunday, combining for 96 points and 13 touchdowns (both postseason combined team records) in the wild-card matchup in Arizona.The previous record was 95 points, in the Eagles 58-37 win over the Lions in 1995. The Eagles and Lions also combined for 12 touchdowns in that game, as did the Rams and Vikings in a 1999 divisional game.
The Cardinals and Packers also set the postseason single-game record for first downs with 62, breaking the record of 59 set in the divisional round between the Chargers and Dolphins in 1981. And, one other milestone – 11 different players scored a touchdown in the game, the most all-time for a playoff contest. On three other occassions, 10 different players had scored in a single playoff contest.
The teams came close on two other records. The teams produced 1,024 total yards, tied for third-most all-time in the playoffs. They also combined for 801 yards passing, second-most all time.
Friday, January 8, 2010
Sunday, December 27, 2009
Florida's Urban Meyer resigns over health and faith
Florida coach Urban Meyer resigned on Saturday amid health concerns and faith issues. He will coach his final game at the Sugar Bowl against Cincinnati on New Year’s Day, and then will promptly step down after five seasons as Florida's head coach.
Meyer leaves Florida with a 56-10 record that includes a 32-8 mark in league play and a school-record 22-game winning streak that was snapped by the Crimson Tide in that SEC title game.
“I have given my heart and soul to coaching college football and mentoring young men for the last 24-plus years and I have dedicated most of my waking moments the last five years to the Gator football program,” Meyer said in a statement. “I have ignored my health for years, but recent developments have forced me to re-evaluate my priorities of faith and family.”
Meyer leaves Florida with a 56-10 record that includes a 32-8 mark in league play and a school-record 22-game winning streak that was snapped by the Crimson Tide in that SEC title game.
“I have given my heart and soul to coaching college football and mentoring young men for the last 24-plus years and I have dedicated most of my waking moments the last five years to the Gator football program,” Meyer said in a statement. “I have ignored my health for years, but recent developments have forced me to re-evaluate my priorities of faith and family.”
Saturday, December 26, 2009
Jimmie Johnson takes AP's Top Athlete Award
Jimmie Johnson was named the Associated Press Male Athlete of the Year for 2009.
For Johnson, the first race car driver to be named the AP’s Athlete of the Year in its 78-year history, the award is the validation he’s been waiting for since he began his historic run in 2006.
"We'd been wondering the last few years, 'When is this going to hit?'" Johnson said Monday after the award was announced. "It seems like the answer is now. The wave is finally peaking, and we don't know where it's going to take us. The fourth straight title takes it out of our sport and makes it a point of discussion -- like, 'Wow, a race car driver won this thing.'"
Johnson being named the top athlete of course becomes a matter of contention among those who question whether or not race car drivers are legitimate athletes.
Johnson takes issue with those sort of assertions.
"So to anyone who wants to go head-to-head with me in athletic ability, let's go," Johnson said. "I talked a lot with (former NFL cornerback and friend) Jason Sehorn about this, and I don't know how exactly you measure athletic ability, but I know my 5-mile run time will destroy most NFL players."
Johnson received 42 votes from editors at U.S. newspapers which are members of the AP. Tennis star Roger Federer (30 votes) and Olympic sprinter Usain Bolt (29) were the only other athletes with totals in the double- digits.
Although Tiger Woods was named Athlete of the Decade, the golfer received only nine votes for Athlete of the Year. He was tied with NBA star Kobe Bryant and slugger Albert Pujols in fourth place. Woods, who was ranked No. 1 in his sport but failed to win one of golf’s majors this season, was never a top contender—even before the sex scandal that unraveled his personal life following a Nov. 27 traffic accident.
For Johnson, the first race car driver to be named the AP’s Athlete of the Year in its 78-year history, the award is the validation he’s been waiting for since he began his historic run in 2006.
"We'd been wondering the last few years, 'When is this going to hit?'" Johnson said Monday after the award was announced. "It seems like the answer is now. The wave is finally peaking, and we don't know where it's going to take us. The fourth straight title takes it out of our sport and makes it a point of discussion -- like, 'Wow, a race car driver won this thing.'"Johnson being named the top athlete of course becomes a matter of contention among those who question whether or not race car drivers are legitimate athletes.
Johnson takes issue with those sort of assertions.
"So to anyone who wants to go head-to-head with me in athletic ability, let's go," Johnson said. "I talked a lot with (former NFL cornerback and friend) Jason Sehorn about this, and I don't know how exactly you measure athletic ability, but I know my 5-mile run time will destroy most NFL players."
Johnson received 42 votes from editors at U.S. newspapers which are members of the AP. Tennis star Roger Federer (30 votes) and Olympic sprinter Usain Bolt (29) were the only other athletes with totals in the double- digits.
Although Tiger Woods was named Athlete of the Decade, the golfer received only nine votes for Athlete of the Year. He was tied with NBA star Kobe Bryant and slugger Albert Pujols in fourth place. Woods, who was ranked No. 1 in his sport but failed to win one of golf’s majors this season, was never a top contender—even before the sex scandal that unraveled his personal life following a Nov. 27 traffic accident.
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