My ankle injury has taught me one important lesson:
I love coaching.
It's such a different, yet exhilarating experience altogether -- the attachment, the overprotectiveness, the adrenaline rush, the frustration. I honestly need to try twice as hard to keep my emotions in check when I'm behind the bench rather than when I'm on the court.
The biggest challenge I've found so far is eliminating my own personal bias and managing diverse egos. Those that respected me as the best player may not respect me as a coach, and every player reacts differently -- some need to be encouraged, others need tough love. I'm still looking for that balance.
But seriously, Coach Lu has a nice ring to it, doesn't it?
I love coaching.
It's such a different, yet exhilarating experience altogether -- the attachment, the overprotectiveness, the adrenaline rush, the frustration. I honestly need to try twice as hard to keep my emotions in check when I'm behind the bench rather than when I'm on the court.
The biggest challenge I've found so far is eliminating my own personal bias and managing diverse egos. Those that respected me as the best player may not respect me as a coach, and every player reacts differently -- some need to be encouraged, others need tough love. I'm still looking for that balance.
But seriously, Coach Lu has a nice ring to it, doesn't it?
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