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It’s more
than a game

Athletics is an education in life…

Applying lessons learned on the court to life, career, and business

Whether you’re an athlete, parent, or business professional, you can apply these lessons to improving your life or career…

I’m Shareef

Abdur-Rahim

You might know me as the #3 NBA-draft pick in 1996, or as a member of the USA Men’s basketball team that won gold at the 2000 Olympics, or as the President of the NBA G-League.

I’m also a husband, a father, a man of faith, an advocate for athletes, a community builder, and a lifelong learner.

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Inspiration–A Few of my…. favorite quotes about life

“Sport has the power to change the world. It has the power to inspire. It has the power to unite people in a way that little else does.”

- Nelson Mandela

“If all I’m remembered for is being a good basketball player, then I’ve done a bad job with the rest of my life.”

- Isaiah Thomas

“When you see a great teacher, you are seeing a work of art.”

- Geoffrey Canada

“My work ethic is from sports.”

- Magic Johnson

“As we look ahead into the next century, leaders will be those who empower others.”

- Bill Gates

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Lessons on life, business, and career

Celebrating Black History Month: Three African-American coaches who influenced my life

As Black History Month winds down, I’ve been thinking about some of the most influential Black men who have made a lasting difference in my life. Three coaches come to mind, all of whom ...

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Hold onto the signs of hope all around you

There’s a great quote by global spiritual leader, poet, and peace activist Thich Nhat Hanh that says: “Hope is important because it can make the present moment less difficult to bear. If ...

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