On June 4, 2010, the world lost a coaching legend and a remarkable man in John Wooden.  While he owns the distinction as the first person inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame as both a player and coach, Wooden's contributions far transcend the game of basketball.  As a leader, visionary and extraordinary teacher, he developed his "Pyramid of Success" which identifies select behaviors essential to achieving success.

In this Pyramid Tribute, College Chalktalk is pleased to collaborate with the UCLA staff and several other well-respected coaches and players across the nation.  Each day for the next three weeks, we pay tribute to Coach Wooden with the individuals below sharing personal thoughts on a particular block from his "Pyramid of Success".

Introduction by Russ Willemsen, Assistant Coach - Tennessee Tech

Industriousness: Scott Garson, Assistant Coach - UCLA
Friendship: Scott Duncan, Assistant Coach - UCLA
Loyalty: Jason Ludwig, Video Coordinator - UCLA
Cooperation: Doug Erickson, Director of Basketball Administration - UCLA
Enthusiasm: Phil Mathews, Assistant Coach - UCLA
Self-Control: Phil Martelli, Head Coach - Saint Joseph's
Alertness: Bobby Hurley, Assistant Coach - Wagner
Initiative: Steve Lavin, Head Coach - St. John's
Intentness: Tubby Smith, Head Coach - Minnesota
Condition: Rick Barnes, Head Coach - Texas
Skill: Kevin Love, Minnesota Timberwolves - NBA
Team Spirit: Bo Ryan, Head Coach - Wisconsin
Poise: Tom Izzo, Head Coach - Michigan State
Confidence: Roy Williams, Head Coach - North Carolina
Competitive Greatness: Ben Howland, Head Coach - UCLA

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