Mirror Training

"Mirror Training" by Kip loane delves into the essence of coaching male athletes, extending its impact beyond the playing field to influence life at large. Departing from traditional coaching guides, the book advocates for a significant evolution in the development of athletes, focusing on building emotional fluency, character, and a new vision of masculinity.

Central to loane's approach is the "TeamsOMen" framework, a forward-thinking coaching philosophy nationally recognized for its success. By challenging conventional definitions of manhood, loane promotes a holistic model of athlete development that integrates empathy, compassion, and relationship skills with sporting achievements. Drawing on over a decade of experience deploying the framework in college basketball-including eight consecutive seasons of national academic recognition and the mentorship of thirteen All-Conference Performers-the book blends practical advice with loane's own experiences to mentor coaches in fostering both MirrorTraining opportunities in their programs and how to use loane's curriculum to transform how sports contribute to the growth of young men as a whole.

The book envisions a future where sports serve as a catalyst for comprehensive personal development, underlining the pivotal role athletics can play in driving positive change in society. loane provides the tools for coaches to guide male athletes to transcend their sporting roles, advocating for a well-rounded approach to development. "Mirror Training" not only recounts loane's journey and achievements but also initiates an important conversation on how intentional coaching can reshape manhood in sports environments and extend its influence into broader society.