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Adversity

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One of the toughest things in life is overcoming adversity. Have you ever been in a situation with so many things against you, you wanted to quit? Have people told you that success would come easy without roadblocks? That you wouldn't have to battle and scratch and fight for everything you earn? The amazing part about adversity is the blessing that it can be. How is that? Because as Kelly Clarkson would say "what doesn't kill you makes you stronger!" There will be times in life and the game of basketball in which the ball does not fall your way. Every shot they take goes in and nothing you do seems to work. Basketball is all about adapting and find ways to overcome adversity. It may be a pregame or halftime adjustment. Just like life, sometimes your game plan needs to change on the fly to get your desired result. DON'T FEAR CHANGE! As a freshmen coach, I have encountered adversity with my teams. From not being mentally strong to being physically overwhel...