First week !

 
Wow what a week!!!  I wasn't sure if i would survive but I did.  I think I have finally learned all the girls names and can even call them by the correct one when needed.  I am starting to feel more and more comfortable around them and getting in there and giving them tips and coaching them up, slowly but surely.  I even have a few girls that I am really boding with and hopefully lots more of that to come.  They are starting to feel comfortable with me too it seems  most of the will at least say "hey Coach C" when i walk into practice and others will actually ask how things are going and carry on a conversation. 

You know it really funny the difference between high school and college.  I never really  thought about it before and even though they are about the same age, there is a big difference.  When coaching high school you still have to talk to them as "kids" not like little kids but still not adults.  College you talk to them like adults but not as equals since you are their coach.  Its a fine line that's hard to find sometimes and can often be different with each person. 

I am learning so much, i couldn't begin to tell you about.  Although I miss being the head coach, its a nice change of pace to be involved and yet take a back seat.  Problem is I don't think i want to stay int he back seat.  I at least want to move up the the passenger side front.  I know that's where I should be and I know that I will eventually get there.  Its just gonna take time.  My goal this week is to feel comfortable enough by Friday to to step and and be vocal in practices more and show every one I really know how to coach.  That way when games start I'll be comfortable enough to do it there.  I know I have to pick my times wisely so not to "take over" but I know once I do it things will come so much easier.  I'll let you know how it goes!