Team Culture Sets the Tone: Creating Culture is the No. 1 job of the coach. Great teammates are cultivated through a team culture that creates and rewards great teammates. It is a relationship-centered culture where all players are respected. And everything is earned.

Roles are Defined: An honest discussion about player roles and responsibilities is needed to have great teammates. The coach must be honest with all players. This creates trust and allows players to become great teammates.

Accountability for All: All players must be held accountable within the framework of the team. Ideally, team leaders can do this within. But if not, the coach must follow through. Accountability develops great teammates.

Team Leaders are Clear: Who are your team leaders? It needs to be known by all. These leaders need to step up when needed. They need to be connectors of all. They need to cheer for all. They need to confront and challenge when needed.

We > Me Mindset: Great teams have teammates who get the big picture. They have a WE > ME mindset. This is a culture that is developed by a coach and leader. It allows great teammates to develop and flourish.

Positive Energy: Energy is contagious. It is much easier to be a great teammate when the culture is one of positive energy. Create a culture where being a great teammate is fostered. Fostered with positive energy!

Handle Adversity Together: There will be bumps in the road. Great teams go through these times together. They support each other. They have each other's back.This builds a culture of togetherness, one where great teammates can thrive.

Collective Leadership is Present: Finally, although individual team leaders are known, collective leadership is key. There are many ways to lead: Game leader, strategy leader, creative leader, practice leader, locker room leader, boardroom leader, and more. All players and team members can lead.