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Post by arcadi on Jun 17, 2008 10:05:08 GMT -6
So what will be 3 years at the end of this month I was in a car accident that left me paralyzed from the waist down. For the past two seasons I have been coaching High School wide receivers and pass game coordinator. Coaching from a chair has not limited the learning curve of my athletes. Before my accident I felt very confident from the discussion I had with a few programs that I would get an above average shot at their next GA openings. I did play college ball and coached a year at the Division II level, so I am aware of the grind and the difficulty involved with this desire.
I feel blessed for the opportunities I have had thus far, but my competitive nature is driving me to take a shot at a college job. I am willing to take anything I could get just to get involved with a program. This is a goal of mine that I will obtain. Thanks for any and all help.
I attempted to enclose my resume, but I cannot copy it to where it is presentable because of conflicting formats.
Sincerly,
Matt Arcadi
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Post by hammertime on Jun 17, 2008 11:28:21 GMT -6
Matt,
I'm not a coach, however from reading your post I'm confident that you'll reach the goals you have set for yourself. The main reason for my post is to encourage you and offer support as you seek out the position you desire. I could go on and on, but in the end it would more than likely not make sense, so I'll keep it short.
Be Safe,
Troy
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Post by fbdoc on Jun 17, 2008 13:43:16 GMT -6
Matt - where are you at? Are you a teacher? Are you looking for a HS or college job? I wish you the very best - maybe someone on this board has a position that would be a fit.
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Post by mwpilots on Jun 17, 2008 14:56:16 GMT -6
I think you should go for it. There are no limitations. I once coached a kid with no legs.
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Post by Coach Klemme on Jun 17, 2008 15:36:12 GMT -6
Go for it!!!
The Vikings brought in a guy who is in a wheelchair a few years ago to help with their kickers. He's one of the best in the business. Let your knowledge shine.
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Post by arcadi on Jun 19, 2008 12:06:51 GMT -6
I appreciate the support guys.... I am in Florida and am currently at a HS coaching Receivers and am the pass game coordinator. I am looking to get into college again.
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Post by upandcomer on Jun 24, 2008 22:53:27 GMT -6
Really inspiring stuff. I wish you the greatest luck. I saw a bit on ESPN about a coach at William and Mary I believe that was in your same posistion and was very successful. His players really respected him.
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Post by bhb on Jun 26, 2008 12:25:19 GMT -6
Mark Speckman was born with no hands- didn't slow him down ONE single bit.. Well, I'm sure it did, and I don't want to trivialize his condition, but it definitely NEVER caused him to give up hope..
Good luck to you- a little passion goes a long way.. I'm always reminded of Steve Jobs' quote "Here's to the Crazy Ones" when I hear of a situation in which most others would say is a just a crazy dream.. Go for it- all out- balls to the wall.. You'll regret it if you don't.. I've never regretted anything I've done- regretted NOT doing a few things, but never anything I've done..
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Post by coachmpope on Jun 26, 2008 12:40:19 GMT -6
COACH....THIS IS FROM MIKE POPE - I TOO LOST BOTH OF MY LEGS THREE YEARS AGO AND I THINK I AM A BETTER COACH NOW THAN AT ANY OTHER TIME IN MY 34 YEARS OF COACHING. YOU CAN DO WHATEVER YOU REALLY WANT TO DO! YOU CAN GO TO MY HAWG TUFF! OLINE CAMP WEBSITE www.hawgtuff.net AND SEE MY STORY. YOUR'S IS A LOT LIKE MIND! GOD BLESS YOU AND I HOPE YOU CAN ACCOMPLISH YOUR DREAM. I KNOW A LOT OF COLLEGE COACHES AND IF I CAN BE OF ANY HELP ...FEEL FREE TO CONTACT ME. SINCERELY COACH MIKE POPE |
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Post by bhb on Jun 26, 2008 13:34:08 GMT -6
Coach Pope,
I just read your story- very inspirational.. I really hope you're taking good care of Ginger- she's a keeper..;-)
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Post by coachmpope on Jun 26, 2008 18:26:00 GMT -6
I AGREE ...SHE SHOULD BE DOING CLINICS FOR COACHES' WIIFES AND GIRLFRIENDS. SHE HAS BEEN THERE IN THE BEST OF TIMES AND THE WORST. SHE HAS BEEN MY BIGGEST CRITIC BUT YET MY BIGGEST SUPPORTER.
GO TO CAROLINAPREPS.COM FOR A GREAT ARTICLE ABOUT ME AND MY CAMPS.
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