Women's Basketball. View Full Bio. Were down by one, but were having fun, I know well get the lead back! Im not as concerned if his elbow is in or out as I am with release and follow-through. Sign up on our mailing list so you are automatically notified when a new post is . Im very excited to announce that I will be continuing my academic and athletic career at ICC next year. But by her junior year, Jones and her Morton squad would come back with a vengeance. But the 19-year-old was always attracted to basketball, in large part because she wanted to emulate her older sister, who played the sport. Try to get the same rhythm of 1-2 shot on every shot you attempt. He's headed home. 2023 BVM Sports. You want the reader to see the moment the way you see it.. Intercollegiate Athletics Insurance Information Letter. '22-23 Player Statistics. Long after the game ends, the phone rings for Kendrick Perkins and his message is unwavering: Get over yourself and get to work on whatever is necessary to win basketball games. Posted on January 10, 2013 by mortonladypotters Kevin Eastman, assistant coach of Boston Celtics always has great insight and this article is excellent in helping explain the importance of EVERY player on a team. I figure if I make it until next Saturday then God blessed me with a little extra time to be with my loved ones., Then he concluded with, It is nice to talk with you Tom, I hope you choose to spend more time with your Perkins is one of the true tough guys in the NBA, one of the NBAs best defenders of the post and defenders of professionalism. Is he able to pick the ball up off the floor and convert in a transition game? He's got a story to write. The first article that came up was the introduction of Kindred as a commencement speaker at a prestigious university in Pennsylvania. But it's also, at least partially, a show of support for one of their own. So I went to a toy store and bought every single marble they had. Morton Potters. They get stops and get out on the break. Im most impressed by those who can jump off two feet in a crowd. What started as fun became life-affirming, Kindred said. View Full Bio. And through it all, Westbrook and Durant will still need Perkins to be a buffer for them. Byrne was taken aback. They understand that these are the areas that make the most difference. He's not a player's parent or grandparent, uncle or cousin. SportsBC can help you find la club, team, or league in your area. Years later, Jones would win AAU Nationals with a team from Indianapolis. ", "I've read your stuff on Facebook," says the nephew, reaching out to shake hands with the man. Ibaka cares deeply and wants to be an even more significant part of these Thunder with James Harden now gone. Perfect Feet I believe the quality of your feet determines the quality of your shot. I talk to our players all the time about this get 10 toes to the rim and you will be squared up. "You're famous. In this episode we sit down with Potters Basketball guard, Beau Durbin to get his take on the recent IHSA decision to move forward with basketball. Victory favors the team making the fewest mistakes. A podcast that features an update on Morton High School #709 Athletics, including features on current athletes and teams of yesteryear. We've got the Michael Jordan of sports writing [falling] in our lap, Becker told 60 Minutes. And here I am, a small town girls basketball coach.. When we only throw 1 or 2 passes, we find that its very easy for the defense to load up to the ball. They built a spacious log home with a back porch overlooking a pond where they planned to sit and talk and watch the sunset. The coaching staff was also allowed to submit the names of other personnel deserving of a medal. The profession being what it is, one is often pressed to find an area in which unanimity of opinion prevails. But he isn't exactly a reporter or columnist. 8940 N. Wood Sage Road • Peoria, IL 61615 . As you slap your hands and shout. And the teen basketballers have come to depend on his coverage. West Point Grey Potters Today, he says his work covering the Morton High School Girls basketball team a local team from his native Illinois has been some of his most rewarding yet. 1000 MARBLES He was 21 years old. They are at least adequate with both hands. In 2010, Kindred and Cheryl bought the large log cabin in the woods some 20 miles outside of town. No matter where he was, whether it was in Los Angeles covering the Final Four or in Barcelona with the Olympics, Kindred's thoughts drifted back to Cheryl. An average guard turns his back against pressure or goes with the playground spin move. A heady guard uses a pullback crossover dribble so as to maintain vision up court thus eliminating the likelihood of a double team or trap. Each of us has our own criteria whereby we assess selflessness, aggressiveness, poise, and many other personality traits. Courtney Jones was a star for the Morton High School girls basketball program. Their visit is part of their larger community outreach, something Coach Becker has always been keen on. But it was only one possession, I didnt commit a crime, He's covered the Super Bowl, World Series, Indianapolis 500, Daytona 500, Olympic Games and 52 Masters golf. These situations more than most others will illustrate his ability to catch the ball. I also want them to have their feet about shoulder width apart for good balance good base. Many coaches will talk to a player about muscle memory, but only address it relative to the follow through. A real test of a ball handler comes when he encounters full court pressure. Not many teams can say they had a record like ours.. #sisterhood" my poor defense permitted the basket, but what can one hoop mean? They play at a high level of execution. Im continually looking for those players that dribble to improve their passing angle (a lost art and a hard to teach concept). Good passers have poise and patience above all else. Choose your favorite sports and teams to follow to be able to see all of the content you want to enjoy first. On Dec. 6, 2015, Dave Kindred's world was upended. The ball soars through the air Good Lord, its a brick! Our experts predict every series, Liverpool rescue three points, chase top-four finish after surviving epic Spurs comeback, Jets' Aaron Rodgers expects a 'heaven' and 'hell' relationship with Zach Wilson, XFL semifinals: Defenders roll Sea Dragons, set up title showdown with Renegades, Song punishes Simon in one-sided TKO victory, Memphis wasn't 'fine in the West' -- getting there hinges on massive culture questions, Why the Lakers' real test begins now, after dispatching the No. I would say that if you dont have a good scoring post man you should look to move the ball a little faster at times and create driving opportunities. There is nothing like watching your time left on earth run out to help get your priorities straight. They have to bring an incredible energy level to the game. They are at least adequate with both hands. Kindred eventually softened his story. Its like that on this team, especially when youve got scorers like Russ, K.D. "Everything was good. Although she had a lot of college interest from schools at different levels, ICC ultimately felt like the right fit while allowing Jones to stay close to home. and play with intensity.. Ill never take this for granted.. Im most impressed by those who can jump off two feet in a crowd. Morton's Maggie Hobson, facing, shares a group hug after the Potters 49-40 victory over Marian Catholic in the Class 3A Streator Supersectional on Monday, Feb. 28, 2022 at Streator High School.. His mind is always open to that.". "He'd always close the call with 'I love you,'" Feinstein says. They move the ball and take high percentage shots. In victory and defeat, the ball belongs to the NBAs two best 20-something scorers and everyone else is left to sort through the scraps of shots. I think a great athlete is best evaluated on a layup in traffic because if hes quick, hell pull away from the pack, if he has good hands and jumping ability, he wont lose the ball, and finally he will finish the play off strong. This is the second part ofan article that was written by Rick Majerus several years ago. Byrne's first thought was that the stranger, with no apparent ties to the school or community, wanted to take over the site. Sometimes, this is the blessing and the curse of playing with the greatness of Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook. The Morton Lady Potters is an Illinois High School Girls Basketball team from Morton, Illinois. I picked it up and read a few pages and after asking Coach if I could take it and read it I have since finished it. King World Productions Inc. 2023 Inside Edition Inc. and CBS interactive Inc., Paramount companies. You may be able to make a small change but a complete overhaul is next to impossible. Im not as concerned if his elbow is in or out as I am with release and follow-through. He makes no secret of where his loyalties lie. The official 2022-23 Women's Basketball Roster for the Morton College Panthers. Then I watch to see if he can stay with the action by continuing to jump a second and third time. will tell you stories of his unselfishness, his team building for hours if you permit him. Kindred wrote what he saw -- poor athleticism and lack of fundamental skills. He is a player development specialist. We really appreciate so many eager volunteers to help throughout the weekend make this event possible. I've written more than 300 games, probably more than 500,000 words, he said. More. Kindred wondered if Carly wanted to follow suit. Assistant Coach. Although the second unit may not ultimately be responsible for winning, these players certainly can keep you from winning. A good shooter has range and theres a correlation between effective range and leg spring. There are three major areas of consideration which I address in my evaluation of a prospective athlete. When you're a daily newspaper columnist, you have to wear well. For 12 days, Kindred barely left the hospital in Normal, Illinois, manning his post in the chair beside his wife's bed, wondering if she would ever respond to his voice, ever open her eyes and recognize his face. Hell tell these Thunder about the way Garnett sacrificed his scoring when united with Paul Pierce and Ray Allen, about how he made sure everyone else fed themselves first. He's not second-guessing the coach, not putting any grand, season-long meaning or narrative on this play or that game. You know the kind, he sounded like he should be in the broadcasting business himself. They've won 214 games over the past seven seasons, bringing home the past three Illinois High School Association Class 3A State Championships -- the smallest Illinois town (population 16,000) to ever win a 3A title in any sport. Then Kindred stopped and turned. They were married in 1962. I studied them, he said. It was a heartbreaking season in part because Jones sister was a senior who had a chance at a fourth state championship. its been a long time since we spent a Saturday together with the kids. They will love for you to stop and talk to them -- to just let them know that they're alive and that they mean something. As the halftime buzzer is sounding, and I watch the ball bank in, Then I watch to see if he can stay with the action by continuing to jump a second and third time. "He'd call home every night, some from places where we were lucky to even have a room," says Callahan. I know, some live more and some live less, but on the average, folks live about seventy-five years. . I need to buy some marbles., Because one day, we'll all be down to a few. Kindred finally jumped for the magazine world of The Sporting News and Golf Digest, but after the recession of 2008, even they decided not to employ a full-time columnist. In post-game I sit at my locker, He never breaks the cardinal rule of sportswriting: No cheering in press box. She does drills that focus on all fundamentals of the game, including ball handling, passing, and layups. Guide Hand Awareness, Not Perfection I strongly believe that the guide hand should be on the side of the ball. I said, Look, I'm a professional sports writer. They anticipate, see the court and read the defense. But after this summer camp, she believes coaching is now a strong possibility in her future. She eventually awoke, but was still largely unresponsive, as she remains to this day. Hence, I will not belabor the point but suffice to say were all in pursuit of the player who best demonstrates those personality characteristics that compromise having a good attitude. There are a lot of ways to win basketball games. This is pure -- it's such a clich -- but these games are for the kids." Hes a nightmare for everyone now. The cheerleaders who bounce out onto the hardwood to try to keep folks engaged during intermissions are working their first Lady Potters game this year, as is the dance squad that will perform at halftime -- of the boys' game. But it was only one possession, Coach dont have a heart attack! Jones began playing basketball for a local travel team, the Morton Heat, in third grade. A great dribbler is one who can go full speed up and down the length of the court with either hand and come to a stop under control. The Lady Potters have been good to their fans. The two had been high-school sweethearts and married before they graduated from college. Kindred stands for the first time since tip-off and makes his way to the scorer's table to iron out a discrepancy in his notebook, where he keeps score. The Morton grad would become a winner on the hardwood early on in her basketball career. Thank you for submitting a news tip to BVM Sports! This second unit is so productive at what they do that they create their own identity. www.mortonladypotters.com Morton Lady Potter Summer Basketball Camps 2021 Registration Form: Camper Information: "They're the best," he says, only half-joking. #3 The faster the ball moves, the closer the defenders stay to their man. Despite the Lady Potters winning three Illinois High School Association Class 3A State Championships, as the smallest Illinois town (population 16,000) to ever win a 3A title in any sport, few people show up to watch these girls play. "A lot of guys have this big respect for him and it came from the words. In the last few years with the Boston Celtics everyone has talked about our stars and our starters, but our players will tell you that we would not have had anywhere near the level of success if our organization, our staff, and our starters did not understand the importance of the second unit. This is a committed roster, an organization that has created a culture of accountability inside and outside the locker room. MAY ALL YOUR SATURDAYS BE SPECIAL AND MAY YOU HAVE MANY HAPPY YEARS AFTER YOU LOSE ALL YOUR MARBLES. A player who can shoot usually has good rotation on the ball, little wasted motion, and an exaggerated follow through. On a break, I try to find a man who will come to a controlled stop, let a wing fill a lane and be patient enough to give the wing the ball at the most opportune time so the play is made by virtue of the precision pass as opposed to the wing having to execute a difficult move off the dribble because the ball was thrown to soon. We want the ball to be reversed from side to side. Kindred and Cheryl both grew up 40 miles south of Morton in Atlanta, Illinois, where they met while still in high school. Ask him about playing those months in excruciating pain, and he shrugs and grumbles and says, That groin injury, it was definitely Ah, I dont like to make excuses, but that groin injury was definitely a pain in the ass., For everyone else suggesting these Thunder will go to the Finals for years to come, that this young core will go on for years and years, Perkins simply says, I was there when we lost 18 in a row in Boston. Then, lost bucket now accounted for, Kindred heads toward the home locker room and waits outside, coat in his arms. Jones has always enjoyed working with kids and has thought about a coaching career in the past. Byrne's daughter was a freshman just coming into the program, and Byrne, a self-employed web designer, had started a blog to chronicle team stats, scores, schedules and player and coach bios along the way. She would help Morton to their third consecutive state title, and personally taste championship success yet again. Losing for us was not very common, the 19-year-old said. Some teams play zone, some press, some play man to man, some play up tempo, some play a possession game. Im continually looking for those players that dribble to improve their passing angle (a lost art and a hard to teach concept). ", In the spring of 2015, the Lady Potters won their first-ever 3A state title. The team voted to put Kindred on that list. Thats the program here, thats the value of leadership that transcends all those statistics, all those metrics, all those things thatll never measure how a franchise keeps itself together. It happened a few times. 40-36 (W) Morton vs. East Peoria. This is what I feel the ultimate in athletic ability entails. View More. Its easy to get wrapped up in the winning and losing of a season but I hope we never lose sight about what this is all about and the relationships which will last a lifetime. ", Kindred was part of a golden era of sports columnists, when every newspaper had at least one or two star writers whose mugshots graced the top left corner of the sports section and whose gray pillar of prose bolstered the entire side of the thick broadsheet five to seven days a week. This year's team, led by junior forward Tenley Dowell and standout sophomore forward Lindsey Dullard, has won six of its first seven games, outscoring opponents by a combined 127 points. for God Sake! is authored by Todd G. Gongwer and is a good read for every one of us as we strive to be the best we can be in life. Now, Kindred's coverage of the Morton Lady Potters basketball team will be recognized Sunday, March 28, on CBS during 60 Minutes. 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The second half mirrors the first, but its early, its not a big deal. Results in an unlikely steal. Next game is Tuesday at East Peoria." This is the first part ofan article that was written by Rick Majerus several years ago. Im sure they pay you well, but its a shame you have to be away from home and your family so much. Hey, can we stop at a toy store while were out? There are certain parts of the game that always hold true. United Healthcare 2022/23 International Student Insurance. "And when you hear your name, you're just waiting for what he's going to say. On a break, I try to find a man who will come to a controlled stop, let a wing fill a lane and be patient enough to give the wing the ball at the most opportune time so the play is made by virtue of the precision pass as opposed to the wing having to execute a difficult move off the dribble because the ball was thrown to soon. He had been a columnist for the Louisville Courier-Journal, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, The National Sports Daily, Sporting News, Golf Digest and the Washington Post. ICC Womens Basketball: Stronger Together Challenge Elementary Students Give Back 2019 Foundation Events Calendar. "We figured it was time to come back. Although the second unit may not ultimately be responsible for winning, these players certainly can keep you from winning. As 24-hour cable TV sports and then the Internet began delivering news and opinion at the speeds of light and sound, newspapers gradually thinned.
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