A coach is a politician, a judge, a public speaker, a teacher, a trainer, a financier, a laborer, a psychiatrist, psychologist and a chaplain. It also helps if they are an astrologer or at least understands numerology.

They must be an optimist and yet at times appear a pessimist, seem humble and yet be very proud, strong but at times weak, confident yet not over-confident, enthusiastic but not too enthusiastic.

They must have the hide of an elephant, the fierceness of a lion, the pep of a young pup, the guts of an ox, the stamina of an antelope, the wisdom of an owl, the cunning of a fox, and the heart of a kitten. It will also be to their benefit to develop the acting ability of a poker player with a pat hand.

They must be willing to give freely of their time, their money, their energy, their youth, their family life, their health and sometimes even life itself. In return, they must expect little financial reward, little comfort on earth, little privacy, little praise but plenty of criticism.

However, a good coach is respected in their community, is a leader in their school, is loved by their team, and makes lasting friends wherever they go.

They have the satisfaction of seeing youth develop and improve in ability. They learn the thrill of victory and how to accept defeat with grace. Their associations with athletes help keep them young in mind and spirit; and they, too, must grow and improve with their team.

In their heart they know that, in spite of the inconveniences, the criticisms, and the demands on his time, they love their profession, for they are THE COACH.

We are Bel Air!