Abe Vargas

Asst Softball Coach at Medina Valley High School

[Abe Vargas @vargasabraham1]

@TTFCA @RefugioSports @Vicadvocate @mysoutex @AngryHalfMiler @TexasTrackDad @TXMileSplit @trackbarn @gregwilliams_1 @coach_dolce @talex334 Congratulations, Coach Spiegleman!

[Abe Vargas @vargasabraham1]

Lady Panthers gets back into the win column with an outstanding performance against SA Southwest.

With the 8-4 victory, the Panthers improve to 5-4 in district play.

Great job, Lady Panthers!

[Abe Vargas @vargasabraham1]

Lady Panthers finished the day with an 11-1 victory over Rio Grande City.

Arielle C. and Kaylee U. both had 2 run HRs to lead the charge at the plate.

The Panthers will continue tournament play tomorrow at 8:30 against CC Carroll.

Great job, Lady Panthers!

[Abe Vargas @vargasabraham1]

Lady Panthers go 1-1 for the day. Panthers lost to Bishop, 5-0, but rebound against San Marcos, 3-0.

Panthers will resume play on Friday at 9:00 am. against Alamo Heights.

Great job, Lady Panthers!

[Greg Berge @GregBerge]

Some WISDOM for Young Coaches.

I was a Head Coach at 26. A Principal at 33. I have been doing both for the last 11.

I have learned a lot about coaching and leadership.

Here are 9 of the most important things I have learned...

1: PLAYERS NOT PLAYS
In pressure situations, do not worry about plays. Focus on players. It is so easy to worry about a "play." In reality, players win. Get the ball in the "player's hand who will make the right "play."

2: LEARN the 20-40-60 RULE ASAP
The earlier you learn this as a coach, the better off you will be.

- In your 20's - you worry about what others think.
- In your 40's - you don't care what others think.
- In your 60's - you realize no one was thinking of you to begin with!

3: PLAY THE LONG GAME WITH CULTURE
Culture Wins. Culture is a long game, but culture is fragile. Culture is...

- What you Allow.
- What you Emphasize.
- Every Day.

Focus on your culture every day. Every decision you make defines your culture.

4: RELATIONSHIPS FIRST
Coaching is about managing and leading people. And leading people is always about relationships. Don't ever lose sight of this. Focus on people.

5: SIMPLICITY WINS
Can you explain your offensive or defensive philosophy in 8 words or less? You should. And your players should, too. Simple wins.

6: GIVE UP SOME CONTROL
As a young coach, I tried to control how we played. I coached BB like I coached FB, play-by-play. I have since learned to teach kids how to play and not try to control every movement. It is much more enjoyable for everyone, and success has followed.

7: FIND A GREAT MENTOR
I was lucky. I had a 30-year coaching legend as my assistant coach. His wisdom was priceless. One time, I had a sticky decision with a player/parent. I was grounded on principle. I was lucky to have my mentor.

8: CONNECT WITH COACHING COLLEAGUES
Coaching is hard. The skill set needed to do a good job is incredible. You are also on an island at times. Connect with your coaching colleagues on a personal level. The relationships are lifelong and priceless.

9: FAMILY FIRST
Don't lose sight of your time. Don't lose sight of your commitment. Always make time for your kids and family. Done right, raising kids in a coaching household has incredible rewards!

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[Wendi A. Irlbeck MS, RDN, LD, CISSN @Wendi_Irlbeck]

BE different!! This is something I’m trying to really engrain our athletes who want to compete at the next level. You need to eat differently, fuel differently, train differently, live a quiet life that’s not popular, and get to bed early to avoid derailing your progress. Great thread 👇

[Medina Valley ISD @MVISD]

Join us in celebrating MVHS senior Manny Ramirez! 🎉 He has been named the 2023-24 KENS5 All-Star Athlete! 🌟✨

Surrounded by cheerleaders, band, baseball teammates, and his family, Manny was surprised with this prestigious award earlier today. Congratulations! 🙌🏼

[Sports Psychology @SportPsychTips]

Don't hate the game. Hate your work ethic, attitude, and habits. If you want better results, do something about it!

[Matt Stepp @Matt_Stepp817]

Kudos to Magnolia West!

[Abe Vargas @vargasabraham1]

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[Abe Vargas @vargasabraham1]

@DTSine Now that's how you do retirement @DTSine !

[Todd Dodge @ToddDodgeFBcamp]

San Antonio QB’s, WR’s and Skill Position Athletes: we have a few open spots for camp next week. If you’re looking to rise to championship level, you need to be at camp!

Registration in bio. @DHSWolvesFB @FootballPieper @cisdnews @NeisdAthletics @lwalters13 @FactoryMonroe

[Abe Vargas @vargasabraham1]

@SouthSanSB @SoftballMedina Whatever it takes! 😂

[Medina Valley Softball @SoftballMedina]

Lady Panthers and SW battle in a great game, but the Panthers seal the victory, 5-4, with a Kenzee K. walk-off single off the wall to score Aubrey D.

Aubrey D. 4 for 4 and Kenzee K. 3 for 4 performance would lead the Panthers. Kaylee U. work behind the plate earned her Def. POG

[Abe Vargas @vargasabraham1]

Lady Panthers battle Southwest to the end but fall 8-3. Panthers fall to 0-2 in district play. The team will face Harlandale on Friday.

Reset and get back to work!

#ThePrideofMedinaValley
#BeTheCoffeeBean

[Todd Dodge @ToddDodgeFBcamp]

I’m pleased to share our new website aimed to promote mini & summer camps for QB’s and Skill Position Athletes. January mini camps are filling up with limited spots. Register today at: https://t.co/G4cieTnay3 #TDQBWR31

[Jamy Bechler @jamybechler]

DISCIPLINE IS A WAY OF LIFE

This entire clip from Coach Saban is pure gold. Discipline is everything. Every player should watch this clip understanding how they do drills in practice, how they warm up, or do anything is a mentality. It can't be turned on or off.

[Medina Valley High School @HighSchoolMV]

Congratulations Coach Bermea!
#BeingAChampion

[Todd Dodge @ToddDodgeFBcamp]

Monday, June 27!

[Abe Vargas @vargasabraham1]

@Racosta526 @JeniNeatherlin Agree with that...don't forget about the small schools. Small schools at the 2A Division 2 level rely on 9th graders to help field a team.