Lessons We Can Learn From Kobe Bryant A few names come to mind when discussing NBA legends — players like Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Bill Russell, and Michael Jordan. Kobe Bryant is always part of that conversation — not just because of his amazing talent but also because he loved basketball and played his heart out. Kobe was born on Aug. 23, 1978. Unfortunately, his life was cut short when he died in a helicopter crash on Jan. 26, 2020. In honor of the man who wore number 24, here are three lessons we can learn from Kobe. You must work hard and never give up. If Kobe wasn’t playing a game or practicing with his team, he was practicing alone. When he injured his shoulder during a game, he decided to play the game left-handed. When he was sick with a 102-degree fever, he still chose to play. And when he tore his Achilles tendon, he stayed in the game to take his free throw attempts. Kobe never gave up and always put his best foot forward, no matter the situation. Kobe’s dedication to his craft made him stand above the rest. You can always learn something new. During Kobe’s celebration of life ceremony, Michael Jordan recalled how Kobe would randomly text him out of the blue and ask about post-up moves, tactics, techniques, and more. Kobe was hungry for knowledge and surrounded himself with people he could learn from. He read the referee guidebook to understand the game better and even learned Italian and French to speak with his teammates and opponents. You must embrace new skills. When Kobe retired from the game in 2016, he wondered what he would do next. So, he reflected on what he enjoyed doing and found it in storytelling. He founded Granity Studios and, in 2018, won an Academy Award, a Sports Emmy, and an Annie Award for his animated short film “Dear Basketball.” When you’re in a career for a decade or more, it can be challenging to leave and start something new. But Kobe showed us that anything is possible. Thank you, Kobe, for inspiring so many people worldwide. Your passion for the game will live on forever. HONORING A LEGEND
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