Coach’s Corner
Coach John Starr
Coach’s CornerQ: How would you characterize this year’s team?
A: This year’s team is hardworking, energetic, and determined.
Q: What will be the keys to your success?
A: Mental toughness.
Q: Who will be your key leaders on the team? 
A: We’ll need our entire defensive line to lead the team.
Q: What are your biggest reasons for optimism?
A: These players have strong work ethics, and that’ll go a long way.
Q: What will keep you up at night?
A: Our opponents’ level of experience and quality of coaches.
Q: What can you build on from last year?
A: Team unity.
Q: Will we see anything different this year?
A: We’ll bring a physical offensive running game. Defensively, we’ll focus on speed and fast play. On special teams, we plan to play wide open.
Q: How would you characterize your team’s speed?
A: Our overall team speed is average, but we’re working hard to improve that.
Coach’s View
We have a great opportunity to be successful during the upcoming season. The athletes, parents, and community are all expecting a strong season, and that support will be vital. The team’s enthusiasm and work ethic also helps us get better each day.
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