Coaching Beyond the Court: Building Leaders with UCLA's Cori Close

Limitless Minds

In this episode of Limitless Minds, Cori Close, head coach of UCLA Women's Basketball, discusses her journey in coaching and the principles she applies to building a successful team culture. Drawing from her personal experiences and mentorship from iconic figures like John Wooden, she emphasizes the importance of mindset, discipline, and personal growth in developing both athletes and leaders. Close explains how she integrates these values into her coaching philosophy, ensuring that her players are equipped with transferable skills that go beyond sports. She also touches on the challenges of the evolving sports landscape, including issues like entitlement, NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) deals, and maintaining a growth mindset.