Building Excellence
Chris Lofton - Pro Basketball Player On Confidence, Overcoming Cancer, & Serving Others
14 Feb 2022
#46: Chris Lofton is former Kentucky Mr. Basketball, Tennessee Volunteer, SEC Player of the Year, All American, and professional basketball player. It is easy to see all of the accolades, however what you don't always see is the work put in and the adversity that was overcome to help Chris achieve all of that. Even though he worked hard and was named Mr. Basketball in the state of Kentucky Chris was not heavily recruited. Towards the end of his senior season in high school Chris signed with the University of Tennessee. After 3 great seasons at Tennessee Chris unexpected was told he had cancer. During his senior season he kept it a secret so that no one would know what was going on. He continued to play and lead his team to a great season. Chris went undrafted, but did not let his discouragement deter him. He has had a tremendous career playing basketball. In the show he discusses all of the highs and lows and the mentality you need to have to build excellence in your life, leadership, and legacy. A few key takeaways:- Trusting in God's plan- Being patient- Being disciplined to do the things you need to do even when you don't feel like it- Making decisions- Overcoming cancer- Developing a routine - Putting in the work and giving it all you have- Being the best at everything you do- Serving othersEnjoy the show!
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