Dear Coach,

Although I have had many coaches throughout my time playing hockey, you have not only made the biggest impact on me as a person, but as a player too. So heres to you, and you know who you are.

I want to thank you for coming in my junior year of hockey and doing everything you could for the team because nothing is more important to me than my team. Although you were very quiet to begin with, you opened up to us girls and become not only a coach, but a friend too. Especially to me.

You have been the most influential coach I have ever had. The love you have for the game and for the kids that you coach is something I have never experienced before. If any coach I have from here on out could have even remotely close to the same passion you have for the game then I would be shocked that there someone that loves hockey almost as much as you do.

I can’t begin to express my gratitude to you for helping me better my skills in hockey, but for also being someone I can just talk to about life. I remember before I had to leave for regionals for hockey and I asked you to come help me with somethings and you didn't hesitate. We were on the ice for a couple of hours, only taking a few breaks, and you pushed me harder than I’ve ever been pushed. Because of you, I was able to perform the best I’ve ever played, in one of the most important games I’ve been in and for that, I’m forever grateful.

I have never been so inspired by a coach until I met you. My love for the game was starting to fade then you came along and reminded my why I love the game and why I started playing in the first place. You have believed in me since the day you stepped on the ice with me and you still continue to believe in me even when I don’t believe in myself. I’m beyond grateful to have such a great coach and friend in my life. So heres to you and all that you do for not only me but ever kid you’ve ever coached.

Sincerely,

The girl you inspired