An Observation of Ernie Vornbrock
By Joe Hunsaker on May 16, 2012
My recollection of Coach Vornbrock is during a swim meet in the 1950’s when he is walking along the pool deck, carrying a stop...
Joe’s Favorite Quotes
By Joe Hunsaker on May 10, 2012
“Don’t confuse the urgent with the important.” “The ability to adjust is a sign of leadership.” - William H. Danforth, Founder of Ralston...
National Swimming Pool Foundation Grants
By Tom Lachocki on December 8, 2011
The NSPF mission statement is: To enhance healthy living by increasing aquatic activity through education and research. In support of this mission, the board...
Sometimes Genius is a Few Steps From The Obvious
By Joe Hunsaker on June 12, 2011
During the run up to the Final Four several weeks ago, one of the TV networks did a segment on Pat Summit, the coach...
The Abiltiy To Adjust Requires Leadership
By Joe Hunsaker on June 11, 2011
Last Saturday I had the privilege of visiting a friend who operates a shop that repairs and restores old slot machines. In twenty minutes,...
Art of the Deal
By Joe Hunsaker on June 10, 2011
Donald Trump wrote a book called Art of the Deal, which underscores my belief that there is more art in our work than science....
Word Pictures
By Joe Hunsaker on May 12, 2006
Assuming that each of you is familiar with the Rock and Roll legend Chuck Berry, I’ll relate a story about the power of word...
Doc Counsilman: As I Knew Him
By Joe Hunsaker on May 24, 2004
When James ‘Doc’ Counsilman, my coach, mentor and business partner for 25 years, died earlier this year at 83, friends and admirers chose different...