What drives someone to send 14 letters asking to volunteer coach for free? David Castillo's coaching journey on Good Life Stories reveals how the mentors who filled gaps in his fatherless childhood inspired him to pour into the next generation. After a promising football career ended with a knee injury in his senior year, David found his true calling on the sidelines.

David's path from volunteer equipment manager to head coach spans 17 years and showcases both the rewards and challenges of high school coaching. He shares touching stories of players who still call him "Pops" and reach out years later, demonstrating the lasting impact coaches can have. "Those boys are still in our lives. I mean, they're like sons to us," he reflects about two players he coached from seventh grade through graduation.

The episode takes an honest turn as David contemplates whether this season of coaching is coming to an end. Between COVID's impact on high school sports, external pressures affecting his emotional well-being, and his son now in college, he's questioning if it's time for a new chapter. His superpower of empathy, while allowing him to deeply connect with players and families, also means he carries their pain and struggles as his own. David's candid reflection on recognizing life seasons and the courage to potentially step away offers valuable insights into knowing when it's time to transition from one calling to another.

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