Achieving Greatness Happens with a Great Team
Elite athletes always sit somewhere at the at the top of People We Admire lists; Serena Williams, Lionel Messi, Michael Jordan, Roger Federer and our local NRL, AFL and Cricket sporting heroes. We don’t just appreciate their on-field performance brilliance, but what they represent: excellence, discipline, and the pursuit of greatness.
Mastery, Not Magic
Behind every highlight reel is a simple truth: they, like you and me, are professionals doing their job (exceptionally well). Yes, they’re doing it at the top level and in front of crowds, but how they get there is not a one-person effort.
“There’s no individual success without the team. The support staff, coaches, and players around you – they’re the reason you get better.”
– Marcus Bontempelli, Western Bulldogs captain, 6-time AFL All Australian, 3-time AFLPA MVP
Behind them is the equal talent of the teams that assist and support them.
The Talent Behind the Talent
No athlete achieves alone.
Commonly, they don’t just show up, lace up their boots, and play sport. Behind every legend is a network of coaches, analysts, physios, nutritionists, and mentors. Cricket support staff includes bowling coaches, batting consultants, and mental conditioning experts. In AFL and NRL, strategy teams break down game footage to give players the edge. Their greatness is the result of thousands of hours of collaborative, focused work.
The synergy of a well-functioning team will often outperform individual talent.
“The unsung heroes are the ones off the pitch – the analysts, the trainers, the people who make sure we’re ready to perform.”
– Steve Waugh, Former Australian Cricket Captain
Achieving Greatness – Not Just a Field Game
The common thread for any sporting icon is generally the same. They:
- Show up prepared
- Rely on great teams
- Stay focused on long-term goals
- Continuously learn and adapt
So, whatever professional field you’re in, adopting these principals is your shot at personal success. And remember to actively engage the best, most talented people on your team.
It’s a sure-fire win.
