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In segment three Rob makes the transition from assistant coach at West Point to head coach at Hamilton College. He says it was like drinking from a fire hose when he became the head coach.
He had to learn about the school, the environment, the culture, how things were done on campus. His first year was tough and he learned a great deal.
We discuss the difference between coaching at a division one school as opposed to a division three school. Rob says coming from West Point to Hamilton there is not much difference. If you came from the Big Ten you would see a huge difference.
Rob breaks down what they look for in a student - athlete at Hamilton College for the hockey team. He stressed grades are number one, followed by compete level in the classroom and on the ice. Learning your role on the team as a freshman when you come to school. Being a good classmate and teammate is important as well. These thing may sound like you have heard them over and over but he says coaches don't have time to waste on someone who does not have these life skills.
We end by discussing what parents should look for in a college for their athlete and how those four years on campus will help their student succeed in life.
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In segment three Rob makes the transition from assistant coach at West Point to head coach at Hamilton College. He says it was like drinking from a fire hose when he became the head coach.
He had to learn about the school, the environment, the culture, how things were done on campus. His first year was tough and he learned a great deal.
We discuss the difference between coaching at a division one school as opposed to a division three school. Rob says coming from West Point to Hamilton there is not much difference. If you came from the Big Ten you would see a huge difference.
Rob breaks down what they look for in a student - athlete at Hamilton College for the hockey team. He stressed grades are number one, followed by compete level in the classroom and on the ice. Learning your role on the team as a freshman when you come to school. Being a good classmate and teammate is important as well. These thing may sound like you have heard them over and over but he says coaches don't have time to waste on someone who does not have these life skills.
We end by discussing what parents should look for in a college for their athlete and how those four years on campus will help their student succeed in life.