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Post by ajreaper on Dec 14, 2008 19:46:40 GMT -6
That's a guy that get's "it" He understands what's important in life and the real world.
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Post by khalfie on Dec 14, 2008 19:50:55 GMT -6
Yup...
I've just become a fan of the Crimson and Gold...
Who'd a thunk it...
Impossible to ever root against that guy again.
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Post by waltflanagansdog on Dec 14, 2008 19:55:42 GMT -6
Very good story.
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Post by coachwilk on Dec 14, 2008 20:11:33 GMT -6
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Post by mtp on Dec 14, 2008 20:26:35 GMT -6
Never would have expected that type of personality from Carroll. Real role model stuff.
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Post by coachnicholson on Dec 14, 2008 20:55:50 GMT -6
I saw it as well. Coach Carrol is a great example of how we should all strive to live our lives. I have never liked USC, especially considering that I love ND, but I now have a newfound respect for Pete Carrol that I won’t soon forget!
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Post by sin86 on Dec 14, 2008 23:01:43 GMT -6
Just got through reading the thread on creating tougher players then read this thread, boy am I confused.  Great story and very inspirational. |
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Post by goldenbull70 on Dec 15, 2008 0:20:13 GMT -6
Dang it, I missed that. I will have to try and find it online.
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Post by spreadattack on Dec 15, 2008 0:43:45 GMT -6
Him going to Watts in the middle of the night is just unbelievable.
What a great person.
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Post by coachcoyote on Dec 15, 2008 3:26:29 GMT -6
We're not too far from USC and have been down for a few clinics. This piece aired earlier, and I glad I got the chance to see it again. It does make you think about how we can/do impact people. Watts is no place for a white guy, [no racism intended, just fact]. His practices are something to see. His guys really get after it. If they don't, there are 3 more ready to step in. We don't usually have that luxury in HS, but it is a sight to see. He does a great deal in the community that isn't hyped, by his request.
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Post by captainpp on Dec 15, 2008 4:31:33 GMT -6
I have to ditto with Coachnicholson ... Now I have too wait till after X-MAS to take down my large Christmas stocking to stuff my trap with it ... Lesson Learned ...
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Post by blackbear on Dec 15, 2008 9:37:36 GMT -6
What an impressive piece. I've gained a tremendous amount of respect for Coach Carrol from seeing his interactions with the young men he coaches and the way he handles that job, but this is on another level. Makes you want to work a little harder to be that type of a leader of young men.
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Post by kboyd on Dec 15, 2008 9:47:10 GMT -6
Yeah, I've got to admit I was more than a little impressed with what he was doing. Makes me step back and look at what I can do in my neck of the woods.
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Post by gunrun on Dec 15, 2008 10:02:18 GMT -6
Wow. It's tremendous that he is able to have an impact on his community like that.
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Post by coachjoe3 on Dec 15, 2008 12:42:50 GMT -6
Thanks for the link! Just watched it, he's got a great attitude, inspiring. Never really saw Pete Carrol quite like that.
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Post by jgordon1 on Dec 15, 2008 15:03:54 GMT -6
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Post by lochness on Dec 15, 2008 15:15:44 GMT -6
I always liked Pete Carol, even when we was the head coach here in New England. There is just something different about him and his approach. He is a great role model for all coaches, and really is a phenomenal person.
I watched that last night too, and I thought it was awesome.
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Post by aznando on Dec 15, 2008 16:54:46 GMT -6
I have been able to talk with Pete Carrol and listen to him give a clinic before. His enthusiasm for football and life is absolutely genuine. He does a lot of good for the community and truly is a great role model for young athletes. I know if Coach Carrol came into my living room asking to send my son to him I wouldn’t hesitate for a minute. This is why he probably does so well recruiting. I hope he stays in LA it seems as though he has one of the best jobs in America and has really bonded with the community.
Aznando
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Post by towtheline on Dec 16, 2008 1:49:16 GMT -6
What a great story, this definitely makes you take a step back and look at the bigger picture.
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Post by coachjoe3 on Dec 16, 2008 20:56:31 GMT -6
Thanks a ton for the links, Coaches jgordon and Brophy. Great stuff. |
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Post by NC1974 on Dec 16, 2008 21:04:30 GMT -6
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Post by goldenbull70 on Dec 16, 2008 23:47:59 GMT -6
I just watched the video of this on the CBS website and I have a new found respect for Pete Carroll and what he does. He just flew up in my list of coaching role models.
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Post by dacoordinator on Dec 17, 2008 11:32:42 GMT -6
Pete Carrol has always been a Good coach in my eyes.. some guys just fit certain stages and college is definitely Pete's stage him and Spurrier. I mean its not hard to recruit USC, but Pete still demands so much from his players day in and day out, yet he still does it to where his players wanna play for him because he's a players coach. impressive if you ask me on how he handles his program.
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Post by highball007 on Dec 17, 2008 18:49:38 GMT -6
Once you watch it, it becomes hard to route against him EVER!
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