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Originally posted by coachgrd
Been a while since I've posted here. (First time all season I think.) I hope everyone is having a good season themselves.
I'm like most of you, constantly trying to better myself at what I do. I'd like to ask all of you a question about coaches you see, if I may. I'm sure you see some plain horrible coaches and some good ones too. And then there are those very special ones...the ones that year after year, they put a product on the floor that is truly something to be seen. His/her players appear to be willing to go through the wall for them. What kids of things do you see from your perspective that make them special?
Thanks in advance...
coachgrd
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Especially at the level of 7/8 grade, and Freshman levels,
1. Winning isn't everything. You are more interested in coaching fundamentals, executing plays and maintaining healthy attitude than in racking up the points.
2. Winning isn't everything. You know from the very depths of your soul that you've succeeded if the kids mature, have fun, and learn something under your guidance. The points don't necessarily reflect that.
3. Winning isn't everything. You protect your kids from the negative influences of their friends, family and teachers. If a kid makes a mistake, or has a bad day, you don't allow the kid to be belittled, berated or chastised. You see to it that the kid learns and grows.
4. Winning isn't everything. You reward improvement and achievement of personal goals, rather than points scored.
Last but not least...
5. Winning isn't anything.