BECAUSE NICE MATTERS: From the field to the office and classroom Presented by: Mallory Holtman-Fletcher Motivational Speaker Head Softball Coach, Central Washington University

WHO I AM…. MOM ATHLETE COACH

My support staff: Family, Friends, Coaches (Do not let age fool you)

How do you want to be remembered? Sports/extracurricular activities can represent a moment in your life but the type of person you are can last a lifetime. Extracurricular activities should be a catalyst for the rest of your life. Why sports/extracurricular activities can help shape a better legacy

CREATING AN ENVIRONMENT OF KINDNESS Starts at a young age Responsibility shifts throughout our lives from family to coaches to teachers and many more Create ‘teachable’ moments Let everyone know they are capable of greatness and compassion at the same time Create expectations in your environment: STANDARDS

IMPORTANCE OF HAVING A MENTOR AND BEING ONE HOW IT HELPS IN CREATING A ‘NICE’ ATMOSPHERE

LITTLE THINGS GO A LONG WAY RANDOM ACTS OF KINDNESS CAN TURN A PERSON’S DAY AROUND STRIVE TO INSPIRE A CHAIN OF POSITIVE EVENTS

ATHLETICS AND THE REAL WORLD MOTIVATION FRIENDS COMPETITION NEW EXPERIENCES BRAIN POWER HEALTH STRESS RELIEF LEADERSHIP TEAMWORK HARD WORK EXPERIENCE SUCCESS AND FAILURE CONFIDENCE LEARNING TO OVERCOME OBSTACLES