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a view on coaching

Discussion in 'Softball Forum' started by cheeze105, Sep 8, 2008.

  1. Sep 8, 2008 at 4:04 PM #1
    cheeze105

    cheeze105 Moderator Staff Member

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    We all know that coaching is a tough job, many levels, many ways to coach and many problems that you face daily.

    Most of us start out coaching our dd's and their friends. We first teach them the basics and the love of the game. We eventually move to the upper levels and teach them how to read a pitch, a batter, and a catcher. Sometimes its a tough job and ya just get caught up in the small problems that come with coaching, ya know, the heat, the equipment, the money, and eventually, the personal problems of your kids as they become an intricate part of your extended family. All too often, you begin to wonder why it's become this way and ask yourself if its worth the time and effort you're putting out.....

    Then you find your second wind when they reach the age of college preparation. You educate yourself and your assistants as to how to get your kids noticed and prepared for the big event. That is a job in itself. Some are great at it, some aren't. After doing this for a few years, it also becomes a job and again you find yourself looking inward to find answers.

    Yesterday, I asked myself if it was time to retire?

    I got my answer today....I went to the hs to drop off some shirts and before i could get into the school, I got approached by some of the students, two i knew, and three i havent met yet. We started talking about how to get recruited, the steps necessary, making your list of schools and how important academics are, even for an stud jock....

    at 54, my mind is slowing down a bit, but it didnt take much thinking to realize that most are not receiving the education about college recruiting process at the hs level that you learn about at the tb level.

    So, I found my second, second wind and talked to the AD about this and will give several lectures about recruiting and how to get to college this year at our hs.

    I urge the other coaches who have this knowledge to do the same at your hs or any hs in an effort to get more of our youth into college.

    As coaches, we often learn more about life than our players, at least I have, and finding out that you have a calling is often in your face, but sometimes not recoginized as we're looking past it.

    so i ask that you share this information, when possible, especially at the hs level, because most dont have a clue, period.
     
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  2. Sep 8, 2008 at 5:08 PM #2
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    Great post cheese!
    Maybe you should post your lecture notes on TBR. The moment anyone thinks they know all is the moment they are lost.
    I have successfully navigated the scolarship process once and gearing up to do it again. The most important thing I can say is "It's a fluid environment, always changing. What works today may not be good enough to work tomorrow". There is an increasing competition for limited slots. How to get your daughter to market herself to prospective coaches is a difficult task. Information is the key. I would appreciate any help you have to offer on the subject.
     
  3. Sep 8, 2008 at 6:09 PM #3
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    Well done friend....

    Cheese,
    I am proud to know you and thanks for EVERYTHING you have done not only for my DD, but for our school team while playing up your way last season. I would love to have you speak to our school if I could set it up and you have time. I would gladly pay for your time, gas, meal, etc. You are a valuable member of fastpitch softball! PM me if it's something you may consider. Call it a fundraiser for your team....LOL
     
  4. Sep 8, 2008 at 6:21 PM #4
    cheeze105

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    some things ya do for free nathan, and i'm not the only coach who feels like this, the list has many names on it. will pm ya later
     
  5. Sep 8, 2008 at 6:41 PM #5
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    2nd wind!!!!....

    ....is an awesome post! It takes ALL of us to pull together for the positive road and future of NC fastpitch.
    My comments in another post show that even if I meant one thing, my words and intentions can be be viewed differently. As an adult its my/ya'lls job to make sure to put the girls first and whats the best for them regardless of ANYTHING else in mind.
    Folks like Cheese and many others have done SOOOO much for the earlier generations, we'd appreciate ALL of ya'll getting a second wind and helping our kids.
    Thanks, Marlin.
     
  6. Sep 8, 2008 at 6:55 PM #6
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    This is a very interesting read from one of TBR's own Coach May. Coach May is well respected across the state as a HS coach and summer Showcase coach. I hope you all will take the time to read this. It certainly is worth the time: http://www.roundthird.blogspot.com/

    Cheeze, you may want to bring back the many threads we had about recruiting. There were many posts full of information

    Here's another couple of paragraphs from the next story that I found interesting:

    That's why the parent I was talking to at the party had that look on his face. He had never put an elite athletes preparation and schedule into perspective before. He began the conversation by asking about my son who is competing at the collegiate level and the year round commitment he spent on reaching that goal was way more than he thought it would be. But, he now realizes that all Next Level athletes are elite athletes. They must compete with and against other elite athletes, whether it's in their region, conference, NCAA Division or on the world stage. The hard work to get to any next level requires a special desire and attitude, incredible work ethic, a wad of mom and dads money and of course, a good dose of talent helps too.

    Sports parents are no different than the parent that pays for extra educational tutoring for their child, or music, dance and art lessons. Thank goodness for parents that care enough for their children to want to give them more opportunities to succeed.

    So, if you have a son that wants to play next level baseball, both of you need to start thinking a bit over the top, out of the box and into the next level of your previous routines. That's what college coaches are looking for and it's the only thing that will make your son that elite athlete that will be in their radar not under it.
     
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