Episode 30: What Is "It" And Why Some Don't Have It

What does it mean when you hear someone say, "He just doesn't have...it"? Why do some players or teams have it, but others not? The phrase tends to be used in a universal way, and I think the word does come back to universal elements as I explain. But "it" is used in the same context no matter what sport that athlete or team is in. Allen Iverson, Dan Marino, the Boston Red Sox, more recently LeBron James, and many more. Those players or teams all fell just short of winning a championship on multiple occasions. Either that, or they were uniquely talented athletes that always fell flat in the biggest moments. There's no label in sports more dreaded than not having "it". Some still have the label. Some have shed it. However, these days having that label is tougher than ever. I explain why I believe "it", and the greatness associated with it, can only be created from pain. Photo from thebestten.wordpress.com