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🏀 John R. Wooden Award | Manager
🏀 Los Angeles Athletic Club | Basketball
🏀 USA Basketball 3X3 Staff
🏀 Basketball Program Development Consultant

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Championships are special, but the journey is what lasts.During today's post-practice interview, NCAA National Champion Coach Cori Close reflected on Coach John Wooden's belief that the day-to-day journey with your team is more meaningful than the championship itself. After leading UCLA to the 2026 NCAA National Championship, she shared that she now truly understands that message and is focused on building another meaningful journey, one centered on growth, connection, and purpose, that the results will take care of themselves.A timeless reminder from Coach Wooden: Focus on the process and let the outcome follow.@coachcoriclose @uclawbb @ncaa @marchmadnesswbb by @basketskills

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Being part of the 50th anniversary celebration of the John R. Wooden Award was a true honor, and I’m quietly thrilled to help mark this special occasion.@woodenaward A heartfelt thank you to @cassyathenaphoto @cassyathena for always being there and capturing these special moments! by @basketskills

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گفتگو با الک پطروسیان مدیر جایزه جان وودن by @basketskills

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📸 @jasondarroyo Legacy on hardwood.Photographed at LAAC @losangelesathleticclub , where it all began — the home of the John R. Wooden Award @woodenaward This week, Marques Johnson @olskool888 , the first-ever Wooden Award recipient, returns as its official ambassador.Pictured with Alek Petrossian @basketskills , Wooden Award manager, and the trophy itself — symbol of five core basketball pillars: rebounding, passing, defense, shooting, and dribbling.Shot on the court, where generations of greatness are still honored.Nikon Z9 + 85mm f/1.2Precision meets legacy.#JohnRWoodenAward #MarquesJohnson #LAAC #BasketballHistory #NCAA #LegacyInFocus#NikonZ9 #Z85mm #JDAVisuals #BasketballPhotography #WoodenAward #NikonCreator by @basketskills

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History in the making! Marques Johnson, the first-ever John Wooden Award winner, unveiled the golden 50th Anniversary Trophy! We’re thrilled to also announce Marques as the official Ambassador, continuing Coach Wooden’s legacy of excellence, character, and inspiration. From legends to today’s stars, the Wooden Award celebrates the very best in college basketball.@olskool888 @uclambb @uclaathletics #JohnWoodenAward #WoodenAward50 #MarquesJohnson #CollegeBasketball #UCLAHoops #BasketballLegends #BasketballExcellence #CoachWooden #HoopsLegacy #GoldenAnniversary #BasketballInspiration #NCAAHoops #BasketballHistory #UCLAAthletics #LegendsOfTheGame🎥: @jasondarroyo by @basketskills

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THE HISTORY OF THE JOHN R. WOODEN TROPHYWhen the John R. Wooden Award was established in the mid-1970s, its founders wanted a trophy that reflected Coach Wooden’s philosophy of the “total basketball player.” The result was one of the most unique and…….Read the full article on our website: Woodenaward.com#woodenaward #basketballhistory #collegebasketball #ncaabasketball @uclaathletics by @basketskills

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Happy birthday to the most beautiful 80-year-old woman in the world….. my amazing mom! Thank you for filling our lives with love, laughter, and wisdom. Love you so much, Mom ❤️تولدت مبارک به زیباترین زن ۸۰ ساله‌ی دنیا—مادر عزیزم! ممنون که با عشق، خنده و مهر بی‌پایانت، زندگی ما را روشن کرده‌ای. عاشقتم، مادر جان ❤@soodi.petrosian.atakhani by @basketskills

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From college greatness to WNBA dominance, A’ja Wilson @aja22wilson is setting records and redefining the game. As a 3 time WNBA MVP, 2 time WNBA champion, and defensive powerhouse, she perfectly embodies the values of the Wooden Award: excellence, leadership, and heart.This is the first in a three-part series highlighting her incredible journey. More to come.#WoodenAward #AjaWilson #FromCollegeToPro #WNBA #BasketballLife #MindsetMatters #WomenInSports #LAAC #LeadershipOnAndOffTheCourt@losangelesathleticclub @lvaces @principal @arashmarkazi @sportingtrib by @basketskills

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Marques Johnson, the first-ever Wooden Award winner in 1977—and the only recipient to have actually played for Coach Wooden at UCLA—stopped by the John R. Wooden Award office at the Los Angeles Athletic Club @losangelesathleticclub this week.We had the chance to sit down with him and hear stories about playing for Coach Wooden, as well as what the Wooden Award has meant to him over the years.@olskool888 @krisjohnsonhd @uclaathletics #WoodenAward #MarquesJohnson #CoachWooden #UCLABasketball #BasketballLegends #WoodenLegacy #JohnRWooden #LAAC #Wooden50 #CollegeBasketball by @basketskills

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Earlier this month, I had the privilege, once again, of working with USA Basketball @USAB3x3, this time in Phoenix, Arizona for the 3x3 Development Camp and Nationals. It was an incredible experience filled with growth, high-level competition, and constant learning. Surrounded by top athletes and coaches, I’m grateful for the opportunity and proud to be part of this journey and the @usab3x3 family! #usa3x3 #3x3 #3x3fiba #grateful #lifeisbeautiful #trusttheprocess #staypositive #goodthingswillcomeLessss Gooooooo!!! #iykyk by @basketskills

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Kelsey Plum keeping it real 🙌2017 John R. Wooden Award winner and WNBA star @kelseyplum shares the mindset, passion, and drive that continue to set her apart—on and off the court. Her journey keeps inspiring the next generation.#KelseyPlum #WoodenAward #WNBA #BasketballLife #MindsetMatters #WomenInSports #LAAC #LeadershipOnAndOffTheCourt@kelseyplum10 @la_sparks @losangelesathleticclub by @basketskills

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It was an honor to be part of celebrating the 49th year of the men’s award and the 21st for the women’s, as the John R. Wooden Award continues to recognize the most outstanding college basketball players in the United States. Grateful for an incredible team that worked for months to make it a memorable experience for all who attended.What’s next? Celebrating the 50th Wooden Award Winners’ Legends Reunion!Stay tuned!! Follow @woodenaward www.woodenaward.com #ncaabasketball #woodenaward #basketball #lovewhatido by @basketskills

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