Pro Ball Buddy Mindset | Mental Strategies for Basketball Success with Teige Morrell
068 | Control the Controllabels (Part 2): How to Be a Great Teammate
Oct 7, 2026 · 17 min · 10 segments
What does it really mean to be a great teammate in basketball? And how can you make a difference when you're frustrated with your role, playing time, or team environment? In Part 2 of her One Word…
What does it really mean to be a great teammate in basketball? And how can you make a difference when you're frustrated with your role, playing time, or team environment? In Part 2 of her One Word series, professional basketball player and coach Teige Morrell explores the power of being selfless, building positive team culture, and taking responsibility for the way you show up. Inspired by Jon Gordon's The Hard Hat: 21 Ways to Be a Great Teammate and the legacy of George Boiardi, this episode challenges young basketball players to focus on what they can control and become the teammate they would want to play alongside. Learn practical ways to encourage others, lead by example, and contribute to your team—whether you're a starter, coming off the bench, winning, or working through a difficult season. Your role doesn't define you. Your response to it is an opportunity to make a difference. Content note: This episode mentions the death of George Boiardi. 📱Stay Connected: Want practical ways to help your athlete build confidence, develop a stronger mindset, and become a better teammate? Sign up for the Pro Ball Buddy Pep Talk, my bi-weekly email packed with basketball mindset tools, honest stories, and coaching advice to help players grow on and off the court. Click HERE to receive your weekly Pro Ball Buddy Pep Talk! Let’s be buddies on IG or FB: @proballbuddy Email me: [teige@proballbuddy.com](mailto:teige@proballbuddy.com) 🔗 Related Episodes / Resources: If this episode resonated with you, here are a few more to help you go deeper: - 🎙️ Ep. 59 | Growth Mindset Part 1: The One Word that Changed My Basketball Career - 🎙️ Ep. 67 | Control the Controllables (Part 1): 3 Keys to Beating Frustration in Basketball - 🎙️ Ep. 22 | Ball Hog or Team Player? Breaking Down the Basketball ‘Selfishness’ Debate - 🎙️Ep. 11 | Mean Girls, Bad Teammates & Basketball Confidence: How I Overcame Toxic Team Culture 🎁 Claim your free gift: The Bi-Weekly Pro Ball Buddy Pep Talk 📚 The Hard Hat - website to order Jon Gordon's book (no affiliation) 🛍️ Shop PureLyte and hydrate like a pro HERE (12% Off Code: PROBALLBUDDY) Browse all episodes and remember to share your favs to encourage a teammate or two → Podbean / Apple / Spotify / ProBallBuddy.com Like what you hear? Please leave a 5 star-rating or review! It helps me reach more athletes, just like you! 🤩
What does it really mean to be a great teammate in basketball? And how can you make a difference when you're frustrated with your role, playing time, or team environment? In Part 2 of her One Word…
