2: Rekha Patterson | She Believed She Could So She Did...THE WORK: A Whole Life of Preparing to Achieve Greatness. - a podcast by Aisha Foy & Nick Lagroone

"Sometimes everything has to be as perfect as possible just to have a chance.” We have placed Coach Rekha Patterson on the throne as she joins us to share her journey to becoming a successful Head Coach! Rekha Patterson is the Head Coach at Southeast Missouri State University and in 5 season has achieved the goal of leading her team to become conference tournament champions! Her success started early on as she began her career as a graduate assistant coach at Baylor. She has been a part of 7 Big 12 Championships and was on the coaching staff of the 40-0 Baylor National Champion. Talk about EXCELLENCE.

In this conversation you will learn:

The importance of preparing yourself to be comfortable in uncomfortable situations.
What the benefits of having a player led team and how to instill confidence in your players.
The importance of vulnerability in leadership and being a good listener.
The process of building a program from ground up, having faith and staying the course in recruiting.
Being comfortable in your own skin and a black person navigating this world.

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More on Coach Rekha Patterson

SEMO coach Rekha Patterson delivers powerful message on injustice: https://www.newsbreak.com/news/1576257268608/semo-coach-rekha-patterson-delivers-powerful-message-on-injustice
SEMO Coaching Profile: https://gosoutheast.com/sports/womens-basketball/roster/coaches/rekha-patterson/2404
Twitter: @RehkaPatterson

This podcast is hosted by: Aisha Foy and Nick Lagroone, just two driven young professionals thirsty for knowledge and wisdom.



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