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superpower
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KEEP COACHING Oct 31, 2007 13:05:47 GMT -6

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Post by superpower on Oct 31, 2007 13:05:47 GMT -6

So we lost last night to end our season, and of course I am feeling like a failure today. And then I get this email from one of my players here last year:

Hey coach, sorry to hear the season ended the way it did. The guys played hard. They're a great group of guys. I know how it feels to lose and have the season end. I am proud to say i am from beloit and you are my coach. I learned alot from you while just being in the system for one year. The big thing i learned is looking people in the eye. I never thought it would be a big deal, but as i have looked people in the eye, it shows respect. I can honestly say that is one of the littlest but most important thing i have learned from you. I learned alot about football but life is much more than football. The double wing and your presence have taught me about life. It will help me be a better person in life and help me get through the challenges it brings. I am certain the other guys feel the same way. Congrats on a great season. I will be looking forward to Trojan football next year. I hope to see you soon.

WHAT IT TAKES TO WIN IS SIMPLE, NOT EASY.

tog Global Moderator Director of Operations and Public Relations Posts: 12,708	KEEP COACHING Oct 31, 2007 13:07:42 GMT -6 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by tog on Oct 31, 2007 13:07:42 GMT -6 always feels good doesn't it?

dubber Moderator There is nothing like moving a man against his will. Posts: 6,269	KEEP COACHING Oct 31, 2007 13:27:40 GMT -6 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by dubber on Oct 31, 2007 13:27:40 GMT -6 that is what it is all about
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knighter Moderator Ridding the world of fools one at a time. Posts: 1,408	KEEP COACHING Oct 31, 2007 13:57:00 GMT -6 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by knighter on Oct 31, 2007 13:57:00 GMT -6 coaching is sooooooooooooo much more than wins and losses
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superpower Executive Member [F4:599506127] Posts: 2,368	KEEP COACHING Oct 31, 2007 14:02:32 GMT -6 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by superpower on Oct 31, 2007 14:02:32 GMT -6 It really is all about the relationships and the influence we can have on the lives of the young men in our programs. What an awesome privilege and responsibility.
	WHAT IT TAKES TO WIN IS SIMPLE, NOT EASY.

knighter Moderator Ridding the world of fools one at a time. Posts: 1,408	KEEP COACHING Oct 31, 2007 14:04:44 GMT -6 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by knighter on Oct 31, 2007 14:04:44 GMT -6 check dw4d...same thread as here... i will cut and paste what i put there here too
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KEEP COACHING Oct 31, 2007 14:05:40 GMT -6

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Post by knighter on Oct 31, 2007 14:05:40 GMT -6

losing in the playoffs....hmmm been there and done that.
just remember

1 playoff loss does not define who your team was all year. do not let the loss dictate the feelings you had about a special group of young men greg. in the end this is soooooo much more about teaching kids quality life lessons than it is about winning and losing. believe me 100% when I say that you are no doubt one of the most influential people in the lives of those kids. did not take a football coach to realize that as i stood beside you last night at the game. it hurts, yes, but do not let that loss take anything away from what the beloit trojans accomplished in 2007, it is nothing but a stepping stone for future success. sometimes you have to taste the bitter, makes the sweet taste soooooo much better. my hat goes off to you, your staff, and your kids. i am proud to say i am associated with your program even in the smallest of ways. i have "watched" a lot of games, but i know when i feel the pain of a loss by a team i do not "coach" that the people in that program are special. i felt the agony last night as if it were my own kids on the field, my own coaches on the sideline...that has not happened very often.

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KEEP COACHING Oct 31, 2007 14:06:37 GMT -6

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Post by mojoben on Oct 31, 2007 14:06:37 GMT -6

Wow, that has to make any coaches day to read that.

You guys had a very good year this year and thought about attending your guys game last night (was going to be in the north central area), but couldn't get away from what I was doing.

Puts the things your doing in perspective. At least this letter is showing your doing your job on and off the field. I'm sure you guys will have another excellent year next season. A lot of people are respecting the job your doing there. Keep up the good work!

"Nothing like Friday Nights under the lights"

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KEEP COACHING Oct 31, 2007 15:31:21 GMT -6

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Post by midlineqb on Oct 31, 2007 15:31:21 GMT -6

The longer you stay in coaching the more you get these kinds of responses from former players and students. Most coaches make a big difference in the lives that they touch on the field and also in the classroom. It is exhilarating to get positive feedback from both players and students.

Buddy Taylor
Former Head Coach
Medicine Lodge HS
Medicine Lodge, KS

Post by superpower on Oct 31, 2007 13:05:47 GMT -6

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