Being a Champion on the Field and in the Classroom

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Building Champions on the Field and in the Classroom

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• Randy Vice,

B.S.E., Jacksonville State,

M.A., The University of Alabama

EdS, Lincoln Memorial University

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Introduction

• “Champions behave like champions before they’re champions.” – Bill Walsh
• - True success goes beyond wins.
• - Academic and athletic excellence feed each other.

What Is a Champion?

• On the Field:
• - Dedicated to practice
• - Leads with heart
• - Overcomes setbacks

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• In the Classroom:
• - Focuses on learning
• - Upholds academic integrity
• - Resilient through challenges

Shared Values

• - Commitment: Show up and give your best
• - Accountability: Own your progress
• - Time Management: Balance drills, homework, rest
• - Respect: For coaches, teachers, peers, and classmates

Transferable Skills

• Athletics ➝ Academics:
• - Focus under pressure
• - Goal-setting
• - Receiving feedback

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• Academics ➝ Athletics:
• - Strategic thinking
• - Better communication
• - Discipline with routines

Facing Challenges

• - Fatigue & Burnout: Schedule rest and recovery
• - Peer Pressure: Focus on personal goals
• - Time Conflicts: Use planners and set priorities

Real Champions

• - Myron Rolle: NFL player → Rhodes Scholar
• - Aliyah Boston: NCAA champion & 4.0 GPA
• - Camren Thompson - Gatorade Player of the Year / Student of the Year-Top 10 -Southside High School

Daily Habits of Champions

• - Morning: Start with intention
• - Daytime: Use free minutes wisely
• - Evening: Reflect + prep for tomorrow

Your Challenge

• - Set 1 Academic and 1 Athletic goal
• - Share with a peer
• - Commit to building champion habits—every day

Conclusion

• Champions thrive in all areas of life:
• - Win on the field
• - Win in the classroom
• “Don’t just play the game—master it. Don’t just pass the class—own it.”