Hard Work Leads The Way To Success

"The Price of Success Is Hard Work"

- Simply put, any individual who makes a commitment toward applying their time and energy towards becoming better can reach their goals. Now, the important thing to realize is not all goals will ever be touched nor will they happen in a shortened time frame however, the chase towards these ambitions are well worth the pain and turmoil they are often accompanied with.

- The reasons why chasing something with a high failure rate is very simple. Collegiate sports are in themselves a reward for the efforts and dedication of the past. The satisfaction an athlete receives from the effort to improve every single day are inglorious, but indescribable. Three or four years of hard work really can come together in one single performance and make it all worth it. Finally without the help of others (teammates, mentors, assistants, family) you could have easily strayed off path and this allegiance with people close to you give you a powerful perspective on the power of teamwork.

- As a coach one of the most inspiring things to see is an athlete chasing their dream despite the constant struggles and physical toll they may be taking on the individual. Especially at the Division III level where athletic scholarship money is nonexistent and the high publicity and spectators seen at the high school level are nowhere to be found. In my eyes this is one of the purest forms of sport. Individuals doing something requiring a high labor that offers few materialistic rewards. This labor of love is almost a requirement as 6 a.m. runs and late night practices can test the patience of someone with outside interests.

- While there are many different variables in motivation for the collegiate basketball athlete hard work plays a key role in connecting what they want and what they get on the court. Meaning if you want to be the go to player on your team or just a consistent starter, put yourself in a situation that allows you to be prepared (to the best of your ability) to perform when the opportunity is put forth. No excuses can be made for those who don't and the time will ultimately come for those who do.

- Let this belief lead your actions whether it be in your job, academic endeavors or athletic conquests. I too must make sure I not only preach this philosophy, but give myself a chance to move myself up in my passions by living this same message. All of the great coaches in the game today have made this commitment, so have the players you see on Sportscenter, join them today and feel the satisfaction and possibilities it provides.

- Follow Your Heart Through The Struggles And The Reward Will Be There To Comfort You!

- Coach Rohr