Coaching Culture

390: From World Cup Champion to Championship Coach: Tracy Leone on Leadership, Teamwork, and the Power of Support

Mar 2, 2025
Join Tracy Leone, a former UNC and US Women’s National Team star who won a World Cup in 1991 and now serves as a coach, as she shares her journey through soccer. She emphasizes the power of leading by example and fostering positive team dynamics. Explore her thoughts on the evolution of leadership, the balance between honesty and empathy in feedback, and the significance of accountability in team culture. Tracy also reflects on the challenges of transitioning to a reserve role and how teamwork enhances performance and community.
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INSIGHT

Leadership Begins With Example

  • Leading by example is fundamental to true leadership.
  • Supporting teammates through positive energy and team chemistry elevates everyone.
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The Power of Carrying Teammates

  • Leadership includes carrying teammates when they're struggling.
  • This mutual support builds trust and a strong team foundation.
ANECDOTE

Embracing Reserve Role Leadership

  • Tracy was a reserve on the USWNT but embraced that role positively.
  • She accepted Christine Lilly's superiority and led the reserve team with joy and challenge.
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