Tuesday, February 26, 2008

The Depth of The Cut.

A Player's Perspective.
  • I am NOT the fastest
  • I am NOT the strongest
  • I am NOT the most talented
Can You:
  • Pick me out of a crowd?
Will I:
  • Stand out enough to catch your eye, or will I just blend into the background and become one of many you won't remember?
What YOU should think:
  • Are you the best?
  • Are you the smartest?
  • Are you the most skilled and experienced at seeing beyond talent?
  • Can you inspire me?
  • Can you help me achieve a new level and let the desire and passion I have for this game feed my willingness to learn and succeed?
  • Are you willing to take a chance on me and TEACH me?
  • Can you be that coach?
I WANT it, can't you see? Will I be left out and passed over again?

Coaches Comments:
NEVER forget this is a child we are evaluating. An unfortunate and cruel reality of competitive sports is, it can bring out the best in some. In others, it can make them perform at a level well below their true capabilities. It is a stressful time for all involved, that must be taken into account and a coach, or evaluator's job is to try and put the players at ease. It is not always possible but, it is your duty to try and achieve this.

A positive and encouraging environment can ultimately bring out the best in anyone.

I guess this is just another of my dreams for a perfect world.

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