Three Simple Things That You Can Do For your Players

By Jim PlaceHead CoachDayton Ponitz High SchoolThink of how much we ask of our players. Sometimes a coach needs to take a step back and look at himself through the eyes of his players. If you do this, ask yourself, “What am I doing for my players?” I am sure all of you can answer the question with a long list of positive experiences, but let me suggest three simple things to add to that list.   1. Write your players a thank you note. I sent it two days before graduation, but it could be sent anytime. It is a great way to end this phase of your relationship. Here is an example of one of the letters:   Dear Charles:   Congratulations on your graduation. It is something both you and your parents can be very proud of. You can also be proud of the fact that, as a member of the varsity football team, you were willing to make sacrifices necessary to set yourself apart as