Ken Fitzgerald

Rugby Ontario 15’s | Rugby Ontario 7’s | Belleville Bulldogs RFC | Loyalist Lancers 7’s | Canadian Misfits 7’s

[Ken Fitzgerald @fiddy13]

@DissidentMedia Ha. This made my day!!!😂

[Greg Berge @GregBerge]

Being a Head Coach is Hard.

Most people have no idea.

Unless you have done the job, you don't know.

Here are the 8 Realities of Being a HEAD COACH:

1: It will consume you - Coaching is more than just a job - it's a way of life. You'll spend countless hours planning practices, analyzing game footage, and strategizing for the next big game. But when your team succeeds, it makes it all worth it!

2: There will be critics - No matter how well you perform or do your job, there will always be people who criticize your decisions and strategies. Know and Accept this. Remember, you know your team better than anyone.

3: You are not in it for the money - High School Coaching is not a job that pays well, but it's not about the money. It is a calling. It is a lifestyle. It's about the love of the game and the desire to help young athletes grow and develop into their full potential.

4: There is no overnight success - Building a successful team takes time, patience, and dedication. There will be ups and downs, but if you stay the course and keep pushing forward, you'll see the results. The #1 job of a coach is to Build Culture.

5: You need a supportive spouse - This should be #1 on the list for many! Coaching can strain your family. Having a spouse who understands and supports your passion is CRITICAL. Make sure to take the time to show your appreciation and give back.

6: You will not make everyone happy - As a coach, you will make tough decisions that not everyone will agree with. This happens a lot. But remember, you're in it for the team’s benefit, not just one individual. You will never make everyone happy. So make you happy.

7: You can't want it more than the kids - As a coach, you can inspire & motivate your players, but ultimately, they must want it. This can be hard for a younger coach. Encourage them to work hard & set goals. Let them take ownership of their success.

8: It is still WORTH it! - Despite the challenges, being a coach is incredibly rewarding! Watching your players grow & develop into strong, confident young adults is one of the best feelings in the world.

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[Ken Fitzgerald @fiddy13]

Just remove checking all together. This is a joke.

[Ken Fitzgerald @fiddy13]

Attention all future @LoyalistLancers @LoyalistCollege student athletes. Open tryouts are coming up fast!!!! Spread the word!!!! Register with this link https://t.co/biHN0JCQwu

[Ken Fitzgerald @fiddy13]

He kicked it. Just admit it!!!!

[Ken Fitzgerald @fiddy13]

This young Dennis Rodman on Baylor is embarrassing!!!

[Ken Fitzgerald @fiddy13]

Absolutely Gutted !!

[Peter Yang @petergyang]

Video of Ukrainian father saying goodbye to his kids while he stays behind to fight.

Fuck war.
https://t.co/rvIzotI8pE

[Ken Fitzgerald @fiddy13]

Show some class. Clean up after your ass!!! #didntyourmomteachyou #convoyprobz

[Ken Fitzgerald @fiddy13]

In all serious of posts. If a trucker at the protest is arrested will he lose future work opportunities due to many companies not hiring employees with criminal records. Only asking as I see this effecting a lot people who are support a cause but they may be scorned long term!!

[Bell Let's Talk @Bell_LetsTalk]

It’s Bell Let’s Talk Day! Check out how these celebrities look after their own mental health and join the conversation. For each video view, Bell donates an additional 5¢ to Canadian mental health initiatives. #BellLetsTalk

[Ken Fitzgerald @fiddy13]

It’s ok to not be ok!!
#BellLetsTalk

[NFL Memes @NFLMemes]

One of these two is a starting QB in the NFL. The other doesn’t have a job.

[Ken Fitzgerald @fiddy13]

@bulldogsrfc great chance to get some more rugby this summer!

[Rugby Ontario @RugbyOntario]

The Ontario Blues Provincial Summer Training Program will launch July 11th. If you’re a player looking to engage with the provincial program for the first time, click the link below to apply!

The deadline to apply is Friday, July 9th at 9am.

LINK: https://t.co/WQbjxzSfOI

[Ken Fitzgerald @fiddy13]

One step closer!!

[Steve Warne @SteveWarneMedia]

So golf is banned on this perfect day because Doug is worried you might go out for a few pops with your buddies afterward. Guess what? The only people who would have done that today after golf are the ones who are STILL planning to do that today WITHOUT golf.

[Steve Auger ~ Golf Coach @steveproimpact]

This tweet isn’t about opening golf.

This is negligence in a province where so many are patient, do their part, pivot & abide all to inch closer to be able work & live in a healthy society.

Side Note 💡

Tillsonburg golfers & Club got heavy fines!

These guys got a nice tan ☀️

[Jeff O’Neill @odognine2]

What if we painted white circles in the fairways ?

[Ken Fitzgerald @fiddy13]

@cogeco my super fast internet has a faster upload speed than download and my download is less than 10Mbs. Please explain