Oliver Houston IV

I absolutely love what I do! And it’s more than just the strength and conditioning portion of it!

Being in a field where you’re able to inspire, influence, and serve on a daily basis is UNMATCHED! I’ll pour into anyone that allows me to with as much as I can!!
#GiveEverything

Year 3 as a Director is reminding me that:

• “Support Yo People!” isn’t random!

I was taught, “Go to practices when you can.. they practice more than they lift & play. Be part of the team not a separate entity. When your language becomes their language, you can help more”

10 years in coaching is still teaching me that:

• It’s okay to slow down to let your people catch up, but there will rarely ever be complete stops.

How my mentors had to run their own jobs while pulling me up to speed prepared me for high-stakes moments I didn't see coming.

Year 3 as a Director is teaching me that:

People say wins/losses don’t determine a S&C coaches success, but that doesn’t mean completely overlook the influence they could have on a team.

Defending the culture is a part of the job as well! And we can help in so many ways.

3 years later, and it’s still the same lesson!