We process the past, perform in the present, and prepare for the next play & next season. We are present in everything we do. Practice, games, conversations, work, study, relationships, with ourselves. We are solution-oriented and looking towards the future with excitement, optimism and gratitude.

We demonstrate grit, resilience, perseverance and tenacity. We embrace challenges, do hard things and build endurance for all of life's curveballs.

We tell the truth (with love and grace), we are authentic, we are honest, we live with integrity, we are vulnerable, we are coachable, we are humble and we don't need to compare ourselves to anyone else.

Know you. Be You. Trust you.

Play the game, and remember - it's a game. It's a kid's game. Every time you step on the field you get to disconnect from everything else and play. On the field and in life, remember to enjoy, have fun and play with soul.

There's a Latin proverb, "Destitutus ventis, remos adhibe," which has been a powerful maxim in my life. It translates to "if the wind does not serve, take to the oars."

As a Next Season athlete, you are expected to own your actions, attitude, emotions, words, beliefs, choices and behaviors. You hold yourself accountable in all things. You take responsibility (no matter what) and you are dependable. You are sturdy, demonstrating steadiness, reliability, and level-headedness that others can count on.