If the coach is really good, then their intent is to benefit the players. And if those players are kids, then a really good coach is essential. Coaching isn’t for the faint of heart or for those only interested in the trophy. Fundamental instruction, comprehension of the game, knowledge of the rules and common sense all play a part in a total package when coaching kids. Doesn’t matter what sport, the coach is key to a team.
Sometimes a coach gets a team of kids without the sharpest skills, training time or the benefit of intensive instruction. It happens. Few coaches can over come such odds for a worst to first season, but it happens. Knowing a coach for many years can go your way or just the opposite, but knowing the kids makes all the difference. Knowing the kids well tells a coach how far you can push, how much you need to yell and when you need to counsel. A good coach knows those things instinctively. And when a coach listens to that instinct and works the team he drafted, amazing things can happen…and they do. Worst to first is as good as it gets and when the coach steps back to give the glory to the kids, he shines.
Or in our case…they shine. Coach Quill, Coach Britt and Coach Jones-ya’ll rocked the season! Thanks!
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