To The Team I Coached
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To The Team I Coached

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To The Team I Coached

To the Awesome Team I Coached,

Coaching is such an incredible experience. Statistics show that a coach can touch students’ lives in one season more than any other adult figure. This blows my mind, but after spending a season with all of you I can see why. I spend so much time with you guys, but one thing I learned is you guys impact me just as much. Even though I am older than you guys, you teach me so many incredible things.

I could never imagine coaching anyone else. From the practices where you guys were great to the ones where there was very little productivity, it made us into who we are. We laughed, we cried, and we sang. For sure, driving all 16 of you around was one crazy experience. From hearing you all “sing” and dance on the bus to celebrating with ice cream after a win, It was priceless.

I could not imagine starting my summer of any other way than with you 16 girls. You are all incredible women and players and I hope that I have instilled that in you. As you all move on and grow up remember that this sport is just a game, but it can change your life. It can form you into who you are and give you the best memories of your lives. I look back on my sports memories constantly and now you guys are a permanent memory.

Thank you for being you. Thank you for forgiving me for my mistakes. Thank you for pushing and becoming a better team. Thank you for the best season I could have ever imagined.

I love every single one of you. I am a coach, but I am also a friend. Remember that no matter what happens I will always care for you and always care about you. Stick with it, don’t let anyone tell you that you’re not good enough. Don’t compare yourself to anyone else, just do YOUR best. Thank you and I love you all.

-Coach

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