Coach Daddy
Creating That Everlasting Bond with Your Children
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Following is a brief summary of what coaching meant to me: 1. I am passionate about competition and sports. Coaching was a natural outlet for my not participating or playing as I got older. 2. Done properly, coaching one's children is very fulfilling, as well as a tremendous way to bond with them. Together, we experienced and confronted so many issues, such as: getting along with teammates; overcoming adversity; dealing with pressure, etc. 3. The coach can use all of his organizational and creative skills in a very defined way. You get to match strategy and the ability to inspire the best from your team versus all levels of competition. 4. Coaching is a tremendous way to give of yourself and make a real impact on the lives of our youth. No matter where I go in Southern California, I see young people who remember me with “Hi, coach.” It brings back warm memories every time I hear those words and see the face of someone I may have influenced to be a better person. 5. You will learn a lot about yourself. It is imperative that you keep the wins and losses in perspective, and always treat your charges with respect. Remember that everything you say and do is closely watched, and likely mimicked.
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About the Book
This book is for the many people that have experienced some of their deepest passions from sports. It is about players, coaches, and parents. My desire is that the reader rekindles whatever passion he/she has previously experienced, or is currently experiencing in youth sports. Hopefully, one can learn from my experiences, and use them to create positive outcomes with their children. Sport is a universal language that impacts countless people throughout the world. It is a drama of the body and mind that is often played out in front of audiences. Even persons who were only casual players in their younger days can be avid fans. They care deeply about the competition, and whether their team plays well and wins. Then, there are the perpetual participants, as evidenced by the explosive growth of adult sport programs.
About the Author
The author grew up playing three of the major sports-football, basketball, and baseball. From an early age, he was consumed with the competition and strategy involved in sports participation. He dreamed of playing professional basketball or baseball. Those goals were not realized, even though he played both sports in college. When his children displayed interest, the author devoted the time to coaching them. When two of his four children showed talent, he organized and coached “club” teams that competed at the highest levels. He felt that his prior experience playing in college would help them develop their skills and passion, as well as understand what devotion was required for greater success. This book is the story and experiences of the author in coaching youth team sports. His intent is to provide insight and guidance to any adult coach - from those just starting to the more experienced ones. Perhaps you will avoid what can be the pitfalls and emotional lows, and fully enjoy the highs. Most of all, he hopes you will find a few helpful ideas for improving your relationship(s) with your children.