2010 finds me working closely with the Ft. Lewis Men's Basketball Team and with my close friend and mentor, Coach Bob Hofman. In many ways this brings me back to my roots, and it's been amazing to be a part of something so special and rewarding. The level of play and commitment we see from the young men on our team is inspirational to say the least, and has made a long winter in Durango (6 feet of snow in January) feel like a walk in the park. As of late February, we're 16-7 overall, and 10-5 in conference.

I encourage each of you to try and make a game this season - whether it's The Ft. Lewis Skyhawks or one of the other amazing collegiate athletic teams and programs sprinkled across the United States. These amazing young student athletes deserve our respect and support as they represent their schools with pride and dignity, while inspiring all of us to achieve greatness in all that we pursue.

Go Skyhawks!