Personal Narrative: My Coach

Sometimes the greatest coaches in life are closer than you expect. Sometimes they’re not even real coaches. They can teach you many things in life. The coach I am talking about is closer to me than you think. My coach is a very special person that I’ve known for about 14 ½ years. This coach is the best coach anyone could possibly have. He taught me that sometimes, it’s just a game. Last lacrosse season, I would get too riled up about the refs, or the other players, other coaches, etc. That coach was there to calm me down and tell me that it's not that big of a deal. One of the games in particular: we were in Chicago for a tournament and we were playing some travel team and one of their players was running down the field and I was trying to catch up to him. Right when I did, he was turning to juke the guy in front of him and turned and didn't see me

For example: almost every lacrosse game I have, he is the loudest person on the field. I do like this because he is encouraging and always telling me what I could do better. However it’s not criticizing. It’s more of helpful judgement. He is also very motivating. He once told me, “You have to be determined and willing to put in a lot of effort in order to succeed.” That’s encouraged me a ton and has made me realize that he is right. I need to work super hard in everything I do if I want something. Those are some of the reasons why he is the greatest coach. In conclusion, the greatest coach is helpful, hardworking, smart, encouraging, and works to make everyone around him happy, before himself. Also, he doesn’t care what people think of him. He’s willing to accept any judgement because he knows that the only approvals that he needs are from his loved ones and God. He’s a very faithful man and is passionate about what he does. He also loves music and making us happy. He loves all, and is loved by all. This coach is my