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Blogging the Journey #1: Coach K
01 October 2008
What’s at Stake: This week, Coach K talks about the Team USA selection process, the guys who made the cut, and what it’ll take to win.
I am so proud to be the coach of this team.
This past week really got this summer started, beginning with the press conference and team announcement on Monday in Chicago. The selection process was a difficult one, but we are extremely pleased with the team we will take to Beijing. The final selection was made based on what we have learned about these guys over the years, what kind of NBA seasons they had, where they are now in terms of injuries and fatig ...
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Blogging the Journey with Coach K - #3
01 October 2008
At the Starting Line: As the moment of truth approaches, Coach K writes about the heroes who inspire him to reach for the stars.
On my way out to Las Vegas for the first meeting and practice of our Olympic team, I was fortunate to be able to make a pretty amazing pit stop. My wife, daugh ...
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This Is Our Team: Deron Williams
01 October 2008
As Jason Kidd makes his heroic return as floor general, the future of Team USA’s point guard position belongs to Deron Williams.
Jason Kidd has long been the standard for leadership on the court, considered one of the greatest point guards in history. And under his leadership Team USA ha ...
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This Is Our Team: LeBron James
01 October 2008
At 23, LeBron has led Team USA into international battle twice. Now, with a team of dedicated veterans and superstars, his third time could be the charm.
Before LeBron James ever stepped foot on the professional hardwood, he was being called the future of the game. He was a young phenom f ...
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This Is Our Team: Coach K
01 October 2008
The best coach in the game has been tasked with architecting the greatest comeback in history. But it will take more than just great players to get the gold.
It was a humbling moment. Coach Mike Krzyzewski, the man many people would argue is the greatest coach in the game, a man armed wit ...
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Marvin Gaye Brings Soul to the Americ ...
01 October 2008
As the new Team USA looks forward to claiming victory in Beijing, Coach K looks back twenty-five years for new inspiration from our national anthem.
The Star Spangled Banner is played before every game to inspire the players and the fans to greatness. Coach K took a moment out of practice ...
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