How much do you think about all of the common things you say and words you use when you are coaching? 

It's always a hard conversation, but a necessary one. In this episode, we try to speak to all parties involved: coaches, players, and parents. 

There has been a lot of discussion around the sports world about athletes playing through injuries, and some that could potentially have serious consequences. How do we know when we should "play through it" or when it's time to "sit this one out?" 

Can you coach HEART? That's what we try to figure out in this conversation. 

What would you have to sacrifice to have what you REALLY WANT? 

What WILL you sacrifice to have what you really want? 

Do those two lists match up? 

As coaches of multiple-sport athletes, we need to be intentional about cooperating, coordinating, and corroborating with the other coaches in our school athletic programs in order to truly provide the best experience for our student-athletes without burning them out. 

We are back for a new season of Coaching Life conversations. As long as we can be useful to someone and serve a purpose with this podcast, we will keep recording episodes. Thanks to all of our listeners. Let us know who you are! Email Chris at [email protected] and Pat at [email protected]. 

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We're in the heart of the high school baseball season and haven't had as much opportunity to connect for conversation, but in anticipation of a couple of big games for both of our teams, we decided to get together and talk about it this week.