This is a poem written from my heart because I don't think it is easy to say all the words to express my gratitude to the men and women who have made a difference in the lives of my children through the years they participated in sports. I appreciate them more than they will ever know - This poem is for them. Just a note, I had written this specifically for my son's wrestling coach and his coaching team, so it references the "boys" on their team and wrestling....I suppose I will need to come up with another one for all coaches which will include girls!!! For now, Coach Turner made a great impression on my son that he will take through his lifetime. He was a great inspiration for him - Matt still looks up to him today.
Thanks Coaches!!!
The Difference a Coach Makes
The difference a coach makes
You may not really know
The changes that happen
The way our kids grow.
Through his guidance & training
The goals that they make
Commitment, endurance,
The will to take State.
The difference a coach makes
An opportunity he sees
To change a boys life
With the foot print he leaves.
The leader he is as he
Runs side by side
The example is set
For the boys who all tried.
For the times they attempted
To take every win
Sometimes the most learned
Is in trying again.
The persistence he teaches
The whole season through
Staying in focus expected
Every wrestler knew.
So the wins they all happen
Because of a man
Who coaches our kids
And tells them they can.
It’s not just for wrestling
All the great things they learn
It’s a lifetime of changes
And victories they earn.
It’s the future that’s theirs
They successes they take
The men they become
For the difference a coach makes.
Stephanie Barton – February 2009
Thanks to all the coaches who made the difference with my kids!
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