It is pretty simple. You are a team leader when....

• You firmly believe that the best interest of the team must always come first.
• You will exchange blood, sweat, and tears for the benefit of the team.
• You play and know, without a doubt, that you have competed like a champion.
• You hustle and give everything you have got - all the time.
• You make mistakes and use them to improve instead of using them as excuses.
• You do the little things right when no one else is watching.
• You give more than what is asked and take less than what is deserved.
• You think you can, and you do.
• You compete without the option of defeat.
• You leave it all on the field, court, or mat.
• You play with pain without creating a scene.
• You encourage and cheer on your teammates when you are not in the game.
• You are a 'trail blazer' and not a follower.
• You do not allow others to talk negatively about the team or individual associated with the team.
• You expect and demand the best from your teammates.
• You take pride in your facilities.
• You volunteer your time and energy for the betterment of the program, not asking, "what's in it for me?"

Are you a team leader? It is never too late to become one!