Musings
“Reach for the Summit” by Pat Summitt
In honor of Coach Pat Summitt (1952-2016), Legendary Head Women’s Basketball Coach, University of Tennessee. In 38 seasons she never had a losing season, finishing with a record of 1,098-208 and making her the winningest NCAA basketball coach in history. In 2012 she was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation’s highest civilian award. […]
Why Musings and Not Blog
A “Musing” is my way of saying “Blog.” I don’t feel hip enough “to Blog” so I’m offering weekly “musings” on the things that have impacted my life and career, especially over the past three decades as a Coach of UCLA Gymnastics. The main musing I hope our UCLA student-athletes ponder while in our program […]
Life is about Choice; the Choices we make dictate the Life we lead.
Born to Perform: Miss Val
The following is an excerpt of “Born to Perform” by Anne Palter in UCLA Magazine (reprinted with permission). Photo by Ian Spanier. For the complete article about choreographing our floor routines, click here. Dance is in Valorie Kondos Field’s blood. A former member of the Sacramento Ballet, Capital City Ballet and Washington Ballet, Kondos Field has infused her gymnasts’ floor […]
Miss Val’s Greek Salad
I am NOT a cook, chef or foodie, but I do make an amazing Greek salad. Since I’m often asked for my recipe, I thought I’d share. The beauty of this salad is that it’s incredibly DELICIOUS, EASY TO PREPARE, and HEALTHY—and, you can use just some of the vegetables (and feta) or all of them. […]
Life Tastes Better With Colors On Your Plate.
Welcome
“Where can I buy your book?” A question I’ve been asked for years. I don’t have a book. However, I’m happy to announce I’m currently working on one. While I believe anything that is truth has been spoken since the dawn of man, I am ready to add my voice and perspective. My goal with this […]
Life is Short! Don’t wait to Dance!
“30 Ways To Happy” by Caitlin Roberson
I am a voracious reader. Miss Val’s Reads will be a regular feature on this site where I update you on latest books I’m consuming. 30 Ways To Happy: When trying to be perfect stops being fun by Caitlin Roberson I recently met author Caitlin Roberson at a UCLA event we both spoke at in San […]