4) Team Player. This Athlete is a team player, consciously more concerned about the team than themselves. They are trustworthy and are there for the team, on and off the court. Being a good teammate is a decision rooted in attitude, specifically the choice of interdependence over independence. They understand that individuals on the team may have different roles and some may shine more, but in the end the team wins or loses as a whole, irrespective of the shining stars. Individual glory is not the goal, but the success of the team is the heart of the program. *