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Bob Starkey (Bob)

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Blog dedicated to sharing ideas with coaches, players and those who love the coaching aspect.

My challenge to all coaches to support Kara supporting Coach Summitt
As someone who has been involved in coaching for over 30 years, I have had the opportunity to see first hand some of the very people who not only had a major impact on their own program but have changed the game nationally.  There are two that stand out ...[Read on]
Temeka Johnson blogs about overcoming defeat
The following comes from the blog "Meek's Moments" written by one of my student-athletes and current starting point guard of the Phoenix Mercury, Temeka Johnson.  Meek basically uses her blog to help promote her HOPE Foundation.  She has took her profe...[Read on]
Assistant coaching symposium sets date and site for 2012
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (July 25, 2011) – Felicia Hall Allen & Associates announced today that the city of Dallas (Texas) has been selected as the site for the 2012 Assistant Basketball Coaches Symposium, A STEP UP (Athletic Symposium to Elevate & Uplif...[Read on]
Saying Goodbye and Thanks to Ruthann Lobo
RuthAnn Lobo, who fought a public battle with breast cancer during her daughter Rebecca Lobo's time at UConn, died of the disease Tuesday, the university announced.Our prayers and thoughts go out to Rebecca and her family.  Rebecca reached out to me duri...[Read on]
Coach's Corner: What is your team doing this summer to help the community?
One of the primary lessons I learned from Coach Dale Brown is that "college sports was simply a vehicle to accomplish more important things in life."  It was commonplace at LSU for our team to visit children hospitals on road trips.  Coach Brown would a...[Read on]
A history of how we view our dads
I read this somewhere on the internet and laughed knowing full well that I followed this timeline almost to the tee.  As I head into my 50's there are times each day that I think, "what would dad do," and if I can't come up with a solid answer I put in a...[Read on]
Coach's Corner: What to do when you catch the basketball
I pulled the following from Tae Tae LeBlanc's notes from when she attend Coach Don Meyer's Perimeter Camp.  Tae Tae was outstanding guard for our Final Four teams -- especially on the defensive end and her time with Coach Meyer improved her play on the o...[Read on]
A New Beginning for Coach Bob Starkey at University of Central Florida!
Today begins a new chapter in my coaching career, and in my life for that matter.  After 22 years of living in Baton Rouge and coaching at LSU, I officially started my first day of work as an assistant coach at the University of Central Florida.First the...[Read on]
Stephanie Zonars and what you need to reach your goals
I first learned of Stephanie Zonars through her wonderful book "Leader of the Pack" which is a well-written story covering the journey and inspiration of Coach Kay Yow.  I have continued to be her fan following her blog and tweets.  She has a wonderful ...[Read on]
Carolyn Peck on Qualities of a Good Assistant Coach
I've known Carolyn Peck for many years starting when Coach Sue Gunter had her speak to our team many years ago.  She has always been gracious to all of us in the game.  I recall when she was done talking to our team that Coach Gunter asked her to give u...[Read on]

Today on the Women's Sports Calendar:

NCAA Tennis Championships
May 17 - 28: Dan Magill Tennis Complex
NCAA Golf Championships
May 22 - 25: Vanderbilt Legends Club
WNBA Games
May 22: 200 S Denver Ave Tulsa, OK 74103-5019

Full Calendar of Women's Sports