To my parent who coached me,
What can I say? The experience of being a coach's kid is like no other. You are always at the field, even if practice is not going on. You are pushing me to get better when we are sitting at the dinner table. The sport becomes our life it is our bond. The sport has also blessed us with memories that will truly never be forgotten. We were known as the duo. We would go out every day sharing our passion with everyone around us. You were by my side as a parent and as a coach my whole life. There were obviously some bumps in the road, but it made us stronger and got us the relationship we have today. Having you as my coach was honestly incredible looking back I would never want to change it. However, I was not the only person you impacted.
Every time new players were added to the team, I saw how you treated them. You were a role model not only for me, but also for the other girls as well. Girls see you as a parental figure; they cherish the time you have spent with them. You invest so much into what you do because you love it. People see how great you are andthe difference you make. I could not think of a better coach than you. I see girls post instagram pictures with you saying how much they look up to you. I see girls wishing you happy fathers day and mothers day when they have their own parents.
Each game you blessed a life. Each practice you made a memory. You made kids fall in love with the sport and be confident in who they were. You gave kids life changing oppertunities. I probably never thanked you enough and this letter won't justify it either. You truly have blessed my life by being my parent. However, being my coach has even been a better blessing. I knew I could look to the sideline and see my biggest supporter and my teams. You cared about us on and off the field. Never forget the impact you have made. You have shaped these girls to be who they are today.
As I am growing up I can look back and see my parent was truly involved. They truly cared about me and the people around them. It takes a strong person to deal with teenagers, but a even bigger person to connect with them. I thank you for changing my life for the better and showing me how to be as a parent. The memories that were left on that field are incredible. I would not be the person I am today without you being my coach.
Like I said before, this letter does not do you justice. You are incredible and will forever be the best coach I've ever had. Remember this letter when we lose a game. Remember all the good you have done when you have to make cuts. Rememeber the impact that you yourself have made.
Love,
Your Child
