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What is a White T-Shirt Mentality?
You don't HAVE to do it, you GET to do it.
Tyler Ganus
May 26, 2025
Motivation Monday
Revealing the White T-Shirt Mentality
Tyler Ganus in a fall practice at PK Park (Eugene, OR 2022).
“One of my favorite aspects of the Oregon Ducks baseball program is the ‘White T-Shirt’ mentality. In the fall, all players, coaches, and support staff wear white T-shirts during practice instead of the colorful, posh ones that Nike gives us. It serves as a reminder to EARN EVERYTHING.
Nothing is given. In order to be in the lineup, you have to earn it. In order to win, you have to earn it. In order to gain your teammates’ respect, you have to earn it. By ingraining this concept into the program, it became our LIFESTYLE (not just a corny saying). It enables you to compete to the highest standard possible... all the time! This gives you the best chance to succeed, have no regrets, and build more confidence in yourself. It is all connected, and it starts with understanding that hard work is NECESSARY to achieve massive success.
Iron sharpens iron. Another great phrase that goes hand-in-glove with the White T-Shirt mentality. The more you are around like-minded people who want to EARN IT, the more you will help each other grow. You are the sum of the few people that you hang out with the most! Choose your circle wisely, and choose to live with a ‘White T-Shirt’ mentality.”
Nutrition Question of the Day
Which nutrient helps athletes maintain strong bones?
A) Vitamin C
B) Vitamin D and calcium
C) Iron
D) Potassium
(Answer at the bottom of the newsletter!)
Coaching Spotlight
This week, we would like to give a shout-out to our CEO of Volleyball at Collegiate Mind Mastery – Chloe Brown!
If you are a high school athlete looking to become an elite student-athlete, check out the CMM: Volleyball Website to learn more about the online 10-Week Course.
If you are a middle school athlete looking to excel in sports and life, check out our Young Champions Training Website to learn more about our mentorship programs.
Chloe Brown, Media Day at Oregon State University
Quote of the Week
"Just believe in yourself. Even if you don’t, pretend that you do, and at some point you will."
Parent Review of Collegiate Mind Mastery
2023 Oregon Ducks Pac-12 Championship
Tyler Ganus is the founder of Collegiate Mind Mastery. As a baseball alumnus from Harvard-Westlake, the University of Oregon, and Northwestern University, he has left a legacy in each of the programs. Embodying the phrase, “Do it with passion, or not at all,” he has enjoyed being an energetic spark plug on the field. in fact, he is known as the “jovial, curly-haired utility man” and chooses to be a fountain of energy for his teammates on a consistent basis.
As a life-threatening blood disease survivor, Tyler lives every day with gratitude knowing that tomorrow is never guaranteed. His passion and purpose is to inspire others to be the best version of themselves. Creating Collegiate Mind Mastery has allowed him and his team of college athletes to connect with athletes from all over the world with one common goal: to teach them how to thrive as elite student-athletes. Tyler is grateful for the knowledge he has gained from his legendary coaches and feels honored to pass down the secrets of success to the next generation.
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About Young Champions Training
Are you a younger athlete or parent of one who is in middle school or transitioning into high school? Collegiate Mind Mastery also created programs for you too! Young Champions Training empowers middle school athletes (between the ages of 8 and 13) to learn the necessary tools to thrive in sports and life. To learn more about our mentorship packages, click the link the below!
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Answer to Nutrition Question: B) Vitamin D and calcium
These nutrients work together to build and maintain strong bones—crucial for athletes dealing with high-impact training.
(Source: ChatGPT)
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