OUR LEADERSHIP CORE VALUES
The primary tenet of the WHGBL is that players learn valuable life leadership skills through teaching and helping players understand the fundamentals of the game of basketball.
Whether your daughter will be the next CEO of a Fortune 500 company, a founder of a future industry disrupter, a teacher, master plumber, electrician or scientist that keeps our country moving, a spirit that saves the world through charitable work or the next U.S. Senator from the great state of Connecticut, learning leadership skills is vital to her future success. At the WHGBL, our players learn the following Leadership Core Values through our clinics, practices and game play :
CONFIDENCE: Learning and mastering basketball skills boosts a child's self-confidence. Success in executing plays and contributing to the team fosters a sense of achievement.
TEAMWORK: Basketball is inherently a team sport, emphasizing the importance of collaboration and coordination. In our league, players learn to trust and rely on their teammates for success on and off the court.
SPORTSMANSHIP:Understanding and respecting the rules of the game promotes fair play, and winning and losing teaches an appreciation for equality and opponent competition.
HUMILITY: Basketball teaches individuals that success is often a result of collective effort rather than individual brilliance. Experiencing the thrill of winning in a mature manner and overcoming the challenges of keeping your head up in losses, encourages players to stay humble and continue improving.
CHARACTER: This sport requires players to make ethical decisions both on and off the court. Adhering to values and principles in the face of challenges builds a solid foundation for a personality that acts appropriately regardless if anyone is watching.
RESPECT: In the WHGBL, participants learn to respect coaches, parents, teammates, opponents, officials, staff, volunteers, board members and the game itself. In addition, recognizing and appreciating the diversity of players, playing styles and skills, contributes to a culture of respect.
INTEGRITY: Upholding the rules and values of the game demonstrates integrity. Through the game, we teach individuals to act with honesty and maintain a strong moral compass.
RESPONSIBILITY: Players learn to fulfill their roles within the team structure through taking care of personal equipment, following team strategies and being held accountable for their actions. They also learn that they are responsible for positively influencing others.
PERSEVERANCE: Facing challenges, setbacks, and defeats in basketball encourages players to never quit. Overcoming obstacles and continuously working to improve skills are essential aspects of the game.
GRATITUDE: Expressing appreciation for the support of parents, coaches, official, staff, volunteers, board members and teammates, fosters a grateful and positive mindset that influences others.