There are several reasons why I choose to coach. One of the main reasons I do what I do is that it truly gives me the opportunity to provide guidance and mentorship to student athletes who might be having difficulty navigating through tough situations in their life. I’ve never coached to simply “win” games, and I have never asked our players to win games, but I do believe I teach student athletes the skills and resolve to cope and battle through any difficulties not just on the field, but in life. I was raised by an old school tough and loving single mother, who worked 15-20 hour days 6 to 7 days a week as a nurse. My mother was my true inspiration, who taught me how to endure through the toughest of times, but she also showed me how to be kind and respectful towards others no matter how bumpy life got. Thankyou mom , I coach for strong mothers like you out there.