As some of you may know, my
grandson is an elite athlete, and no I have no claim on ability, that belongs
to his Dad and his Mom. He is still young not yet 14 but he by default a
leader. I believe that elite athletes no matter what age can provide leadership
to younger athletes in areas within and beyond their sport. Elite athletes like
my grandson, often possess unique characteristics and skills that can be
applied to various aspects of life beyond their athletic pursuits.

At this stage of his journey, my
grandson is still learning about some of the areas where he can provide
leadership. In some areas, he is learning himself being taught by his coaches,
but I hope he continues with his apparent willingness to share with his friends
and younger athletes who look up to him. Here are some areas that he is
learning about and that he could share with others. When I was young, I was a
good athlete, not an elite one, and I wish I would have had a mentor to help me
learn the skills to take me to the next level.

Elite athletes often have a
demanding schedule that requires them to manage their time effectively. As my
grandson learns from his coaches he can share strategies for balancing his
athletic career with other responsibilities such as Education.

Discipline is a crucial
characteristic that is required for success in any field. Elite athletes can
share their experiences and the discipline required to maintain a rigorous
training schedule and make sacrifices to achieve their goals. 

Teamwork is a vital skill in
sports, and elite athletes can share their experiences of working as part of a
team and the importance of supporting teammates. 

Elite athletes often face mental
challenges such as pressure, stress, and setbacks. As he learns about how to
face these challenges he can share strategies for developing mental toughness
and overcoming obstacles.

Elite athletes can provide
guidance on proper nutrition and fitness routines to younger athletes, which
are crucial for optimal athletic performance. This is a tough one for a
teenager and one my grandson will need help from his family and coaches.

Elite athletes can help younger
athletes set realistic and achievable goals and provide guidance on how to work
towards those goals.

Overall, elite athletes are
leaders and have valuable knowledge and experiences that can benefit younger
athletes, and I hope my grandson rises to the level of leadership that his skill demands. 

Originally Published on https://boomersnotsenior.blogspot.com/

Royce Shook Blogger

I served as a teacher, a teacher on Call, a Department Head, a District Curriculum, Specialist, a Program Coordinator, and a Provincial Curriculum Coordinator over a forty year career. In addition, I was the Department Head for Curriculum and Instruction, as well as a professor both online and in person at the University of Phoenix (Canada) from 2000-2010.

I also worked with Special Needs students. I gave workshops on curriculum development and staff training before I fully retired