In this episode of The Connected Experience, Greg sits down with Lance Hurdle—former professional basketball player, coach, and founder of Excel Basketball in Virginia Beach—to break down what most people get wrong about growth: practice isn’t just repetition, it’s identity, discipline, and the foundation of who you become. Through the lens of Meaning, Clarity, Action, and Connection, Lance shares how purpose gives practice direction, why clarity separates intentional work from wasted reps, and how real progress comes from doing the daily work most people avoid. From building athletes to developing leaders, he explains how the environment at Excel Basketball goes beyond skill development—it creates accountability, mindset, and connection that carries into every area of life. This episode is a reminder that you don’t rise to the moment—you fall back on your preparation, and if you want to grow, lead, and perform at a higher level, it starts with how you practice every single day.
