10 Random Things I Know Now… Priscilla Edwards Associate Head Coach – Providence College

1. When job hunting K.Y.P (Know your personnel) a. Is it a good fit? b. Do you have connections in that area? c. Are you prepared for the interview?

2. Make MEANINGFUL connections (But don’t be thirsty)

a. It’s not about “Networking” b. Use the Final Four wisely – Don’t be THAT Coach

3. Be a MASTER Recruiter (RECRUITING IS YOUR LIFE LINE!)

a. It’s not about rankings b. Know what your Coach likes / Know what your team NEEDS c. Know the dynamics of a kids recruiting – Middlemen, Decision Makers, timeline

4. Be Efficient (TIME is everything…Use it Wisely)

a. Scouting Prep – Have a formula b. Recruiting Prep – Organize your day, week, month

5. Finish your Breakfast a. Focus on your current responsibilities before asking for more

6. Be Confident in your Thoughts & Decisions

a. Own your Scout – Present it with Passion & Confidence b. Be ready to FIGHT for what you believe – A Recruit, an Idea

7. Take Care

a. Pack Snacks, Exercise, Rest, Have outlets for stress

8. Don’t Sell your Soul (Be Ethical) a. Malcom X – Stand for something or fall for anything… b. It’s not worth it – Dealing with Sus AAU Coaches & Handlers

9. Invest in your current Team

a. Take time build relationships b. “They don’t care what you know, until they know you care”

10. Be Grateful, Be Humble, Have FUN. a. S.Y.M – Nckell Copeland b. “In coaching you will be HIRED & you will get FIRED.”. – Coach Shimmy c. “Never take winning for granted.” – Coach Jim Crowley