Well, another football season comes to a close.
I, for one, like to take a few days after a season and reflect on things we did well, things we did not-so-well, things we did-well-but-not-well-enough, things we didn't do at all and things we forgot to do. It's an arduous process, but, without self-reflection, one never grows to be better!
Here is a list of things we didn't accomplish:
1) We never got that fullback option to work inside the 20 yard line. I know a lot of people like to call that the "Red Zone", but, I prefer the term "The Realm of Scoring". If we can master that, we'll win more football games.
2) Our yards-after-contact by our wide receivers needs to improve. We will hit the weight room this off-season (which starts tomorrow at 5am) and work on this. It could really help us inside the Realm of Scoring, but, also, allows us to move up the field. I know a lot of people call that 'mid-field', but, I prefer the term "Turf of High Hopes".
3) I was hoping to take the team to outer space this year. That did not happen.
4) and our offensive coordinator tried to get the team to learn Samoan to signal plays, but, you'd be amazed at how many defensive opponents are Polynesian! In our first game, we were not fooling ANYone!
That's just a few.
But, whenever I get down about this stuff, I always remember what it's all about: Being a better person and a better man. It's not about x's and o's, wins and losses - it's about improving myself in my personal life. I strive to be a better husband, better father and a better citizen. It's really what it's all about.
Of course, if I have an idiotic game plan, lose a bunch of games and can't control my players, I'll be fired and my paycheck goes away, but, at least, I'll have become a better person....And that huge check that I've been accustomed to will just.....you know...not..be there. Which would suck major ass. Just thinking about it makes me sick with fear. Damn. Personal growth doesn't pay for that heated pool in the backyard, now, does it? Shit...well...
Best get back to work! I've been told my family has missed me lately, so, I'll head home right after reviewing five hours of game film. They're what it's all about, after all!
Coach. Out.
