Episode 15 - Leading from the Front: Captains, Culture, and Keeping Perspective

In Episode 15, Coach Hernandez shares leadership lessons drawn from his experience as a restaurant owner, athletic director, and Marine Corps leader. He breaks down what coaches should look for when choosing team captains, including the core characteristics that separate true team leaders from talented players. Coach Hernandez also speaks directly to parents about helping young athletes keep sports in perspective, especially when pressure and expectations start to grow. He closes with a challenge for athletic directors and business leaders: one essential "demand" that can strengthen culture, accountability, and performance for everyone on the team.