Coaches can get exhausted if they constantly have to motivate and lecture you. Eventually, they may give up on you and focus on kids who actually want to work hard, learn, and improve. You'll regret your immaturity once you have no one helping you.
Preloading excuses for why you can’t do something is negative talk and will set you up to fail. Preload the reasons why you will get it done and positive things will happen!! It’s a mindset
The benefits of well-managed high school athletics:
1. Sports teams serve as the front porch and brand of the school. They are the reason for a school mascot, school song, and pep rallies. Sports create tradition.
2. Athletics serve as the largest and most successful at-risk program for a school. Playing sports provides purpose, discipline, motivation, and structure for those who may not get it at home. Sports requires successful academic performance to be eligible.
3. The local community connects with the school district through sports. Athletes are discussed and celebrated in the local newspaper, on the radio, and on the news.
4. Fundraising: Booster clubs raise money providing everything from meals and uniforms to facility enhancements and travel expenses.
5. The student experience for non-athletes is enhanced because of athletics. The student body comes together to cheer and support their school enhancing school unity and togetherness. The band, cheerleaders, dance team, choir, and others have increased opportunities and a platform to showcase their talents on game days.
6. Sports creates and enhances tradition. Alumni come back for homecoming games and more to support and feel connected with their past. This valuable engagement enhances school support and creates fundraising opportunities.
7. Sports teach accountability to athletes. Playing requires successful academic performance to be eligible.
8. Athletics is the reason for a school mascot, school song & pep rallies.
"Anyone can be average.
What separates people?
People that are willing to work every day.
People that are willing to do things that aren't fun. People that are willing to look at their weaknesses, then try & commit to a way to make their weaknesses strengths." -P. Summitt
As an athlete, one of the worst things that can happen to you is burning out. Always try to maintain your love for the game so you can stay motivated for the long term.
The most dedicated athletes I come across never talk about how dedicated they are, how hard they work or what they sacrifice. They just show up every single day & give their very best. It’s not a hardship, not a chore. They WANT to do whatever it takes, & then some, to succeed!