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The difference between being and becoming a player provides a strong lesson for all basketball players and athletes in general. The average American sports fan believes that college and professional athletes are at their highest level of play. This idea has many flaws as witnessed by the constant work that Tiger Woods does with his swing. If Tiger has room to "become" a better golfer, what does that say about you?

The journey of a basketball player is like a slow climb up the Rocky Mountains. It begins slowly with small measures of success. Step by step effort turns into years of hard work and dedication. A look down the mountain makes you realize you are just beginning. Other with you want to stop and accept where they are on the journey. Because you are committed, you keep climbing. Step after step, you walk with the resolve needed to be the best you can be.

The differences become obvious half way up the mountain. Some players declare they have arrived as a player, even if they are still young players. These players feel as if they ARE the player they strive to be. Each feels he is a "player" and their game is ready for anything. The committed mountain climber knows that his journey has a long way to go. He knows that his game is a long ways from arriving at its peak! This player is what being dedicated to the game is all about.

The committed player is realistic, listens to his coach, and strives to be a little better each day. He is constantly "becoming a player." Michael Jordan is a mountain climber of the greatest proportions. His game got better and better, regardless of the awards, NBA titles, and claims of being the best ever. His drive, heart, and personal pride did not allow him to stop "becoming a player."

As a player or a coach, evaluate yourself and your drive to be your best. Do you believe you have arrived as a player? If so, be ready for the game and other players to pass you by. When you stop improving mentally and physically, you remain stagnant and ineffective.

Join Tiger Woods and Michael Jordan in an endless journey up the mountain. When you persevere with the commitment of a champion, you will gain the satisfaction of never being satisfied.

Randy Brown has passion for the game of basketball. He works as a basketball consultant and mentor for coaches. Visit him at http://www.coachrb.com for free resources, Q & A, newsletter, and coaching programs. A speaker and writer, he has authored 75 articles on coaching and is nationally published. His 18 years in college basketball highlights a successful 23-year career. Mentored by Basketball Hall of Fame coach Lute Olson at Arizona. Resume includes positions at Arizona, Iowa State, Marquette, Drake, and Miami of Ohio, 5 Conference Championships and 5 NCAA apprearances. His efforts have helped develop 12 NBA players including Steve Kerr, Sean Elliott, and Jaamal Tinsley. To contact Randy, email him at rb@coachrb.com

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