I get asked this question a lot, mostly in good fun. While we are all very different and unique, we do share many similarities. No matter the level, our husband’s title, the sport, or our location, the sacrifices and scenarios we find ourselves in tend to force us to develop specific characteristics to survive and thrive in this role. We probably didn’t all start off like this, but this lifestyle molded us this way- for better or worse.
Because they are often used for comedic effect, to tell a secret, or to give supplemental information (all of which apply to this scenario), I decided to answer the question with an acrostic poem. Little kids often use this style to help remember something. It may make it easy enough for others who question you to understand.
But my real hope is that when you find yourself down and out from a loss, a rough season, a mean comment from a fan, a job rejection, or just from being burnt out, you might remember even one of these letters that most undoubtedly describes who you are and claim it!
C is for caring, maybe a little too much. She sees it all and will passionately defend her man and his team.
This is just scratching the surface when it comes to describing a coach’s wife. Honestly, I have realized that words will never do our role justice. But it never hurts to have a cheeky response when people eventually ask us this question. And it definitely reminds you of special information you may have forgotten about yourself.