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You are a Coach’s Daughter. And That’s Something to be Proud of.

Some people will talk about you behind your back because they’re jealous of you. But some people will love you because of who you are. They will love you because your daddy took the time to help their son or brother when there was no one else that wanted to deal with him.

Faith, Family, Journal

Hey Mama—As a Coach’s Kid, I Know Yours are Making Memories that Will Last Forever

My Dad sacrificed time with his own children to help raise others, but what I hope he knows is that I and my sister were watching and learning how important it is to love those around you and show that love through action.

Family, Journal

Dear Kids, As Your Daddy Leads His Team Through a Pandemic

Having daddy at home was so sweet. So bittersweet, I should say. Because although we benefitted from the extra time at home, we knew that a piece of daddy and a piece of our family’s life was missing.

Journal

He Could Have Been Born into Money and Power; But My Son was Born into a Football Family

He was given to us to raise. And the man that’s raising him is having a small hand in raising a lot of other young men, too.

Faith, Family, Journal

With Football Season in Limbo, This Is What Calms My Soul

The “will there be a season” question seemed silly in March because, well, it was March. But somewhere between the cancellation of Spring football and the news today, the question felt like a weight pressing on my chest.

Journal

Dear Senior Athletes, A Note from the Coach’s Wife

In this unprecedented time of uncertainty, that is the one thing of which I am sure. Even if you don’t step on that field again, your senior season matters.

Family, Journal

Growing Up on the Sidelines

They were the first ones to run up to daddy after a game and after a loss they were the only ones who could put a smile on coach’s face. They were the first ones to run up to daddy after a game and after a loss they were the only ones who could put a smile on coach’s face.

Family, Journal

6 Tips for Making this Move the Best (From a Wife Who’s Moved a Lot)

I pride myself in the fact that I can take care of everything, but sometimes it’s nice to know you don’t have to do it all; and it’s a great way to make memories with your friends and loved ones before you leave town.

Family, Journal

I’m a Mom and a Coach’s Wife—and I’m Still Recovering from Football Season

What can I do instead of clouding my judgment with more mental clutter and endless to do lists? I can breathe. Have grace. Pray, love and be present. If it takes me 4 months to get my house in order following the season, then let it be. It is easier said than done, I know.

Journal, Marriage

Dear Coach, When You’re Losing

But I need you to know how much I love you when you are losing. I see you bring out the best you have to offer your athletes when you are losing.

Family, Journal, Marriage

What to Expect When You’re Expecting—In Season

My whole family had been sick with a stomach bug. With four kids, this is the only thing they have shared with each other—and finally they shared it with me. I went to work feeling exceptionally queasy and left my daughter home with Coach. I felt awful until I came to the cafeteria and ...

Family, Journal, Marriage

Dear Coach, Save Some of Yourself for Me

I hate this feeling of distance, like you're holding me at arms length, even if it's just to protect me. Protect me from issues at work. Protect me from hard stories. Protect me from the anxieties racing through your head.

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