This was the post I was hoping
not to have to write, we lost in three games to Leon High School of Tallahassee
in the State Semi Final match last night. Obviously it was a huge disappointment.
We just did not play our game, too many errors and when you get to that level
the other team will capitalize, which they did. None the less I am very proud
of this group of young ladies. It was been very gratifying to watch them grow
up and mature as people and players. As I have said many times on this blog
they are special group of people. I will always cherish the memories of working
with this group. I also want to thank Brian Wheatley, the head coach, who runs
a heck of a program and the assistant coaches that allowed me to be a part of
this experience. We were all wishing for one more day, and one more match, but
it wasn’t meant to be. I now close the door on this phase of my coaching career
with many conflicting emotions. I wish I could still work with the Venice
program but the travel demands of my consulting business do not allow me to put
in the time commitment necessary. I cannot expect a commitment out the athlete
if I am not able to give the same commitment. Ladies, thanks for the great
memories, you are number one in my heart!
Any ideas what kept you from playing "your game"? Did you feel there might be a problem anytime leading up to the game starting?
Posted by: Mark Day | November 19, 2009 at 12:47 PM
congratulations vern. i would wager that without the training, state semi's don't happen
Posted by: joe difeo | November 19, 2009 at 07:23 PM
Great quote today by a former pro tennis player. "how could I hate school but love learning" More important than the W and L column sounds like this group of coaches created a lasting learning environment that will continue for a life time. Cheers
Posted by: Tim | November 20, 2009 at 12:04 PM