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The Daily Coach: Sports Leadership Lessons

The Daily Coach: Sports Leadership Lessons

Misty Copeland: Resilience, in Motion

Jul 23, 2026 · 4m

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About this episode

In this episode of The Daily Coach: Sports Leadership Lessons, we explore Misty Copeland's journey from a late start in ballet to becoming the first African American woman principal dancer with American Ballet Theatre. Her story reminds us that resilience isn't about avoiding hardship, but choosing to keep showing up, grow through adversity, and create opportunities for others along the way. Not yet subscribed to The Daily Coach newsletter? Join thousands of leaders who receive The Daily Coach every day–for free. Sign up today at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thedaily.coach/subscribe