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If you are coaching kids, the smile on a kid when he does the right thing, when he puts the ball in the net, that's the reward right there.
Steve Nicol
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Interpretation

What this quote means

The true reward of coaching is witnessing the joy and achievement of children in sports.

This quote emphasizes the intrinsic rewards of coaching youth sports, highlighting that the most fulfilling aspect is seeing a child's happiness and success when they perform well. It reflects the idea that the impact of mentorship is measured not by accolades or personal gain, but by the joy and growth of the children being coached.

Themes

CoachingKidsRewardSportsSuccess

In practice

Example use cases

During a coaching seminar to inspire other coaches to focus on the joy of their players.

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