To clarify...it's Carpenter to Prosper. He's being intro'd today at 5PM.
Any word on the Haltom coach leaving?
UPDATE -
going to Irving - MacArthur ??
UPDATE -
going to Irving - MacArthur ??
got the PM ..
THX
THX
Do all head coaches have to teach? Was told at Plano they had teach several classes, but no longer had to coach another sport.
quote:Originally posted by T-Ball:
Do all head coaches have to teach? Was told at Plano they had teach several classes, but no longer had to coach another sport.
Head baseball coaches teach. Some have to coach football, some do not. That depends on the school district, but all teach and must be certified in the subjects that they teach...if they are at a public school.
I heard they hired Coach Woods from Corsicana for the Waxahachie Baseball job. Does anyone know anything about him?
They must not of watched him manage the first game against Poteet. Bases loaded in the bottom of the 7th with one out and a tie ballgame. And lost 6-2. 
Not sure if it's true but I can find out. Corsicana only has one starter coming back and a very weak 08 class and on the other hand Wax. has a really nice team coming back so it's not hard to see why he would make the change if it's true.
quote:They must not of watched him manage the first game against Poteet. Bases loaded in the bottom of the 7th with one out and a tie ballgame. And lost 6-2.
Short of giving the take sign with 2 strikes, how can the coach be the reason the team didn't score?
Ever heard of the bunt sign.
quote:Ever heard of the bunt sign.
Maybe he should have just given the homerun sign and the game would have been over.
It is not uncommon (in high school)to bunt in that situation. I do not know the coach but unless you give more details than you have so far - I couldn't judge his ability because his team didn't score with one out and bases loaded.
Coach Woods is a good coach and knows the game.
If they do bunt and Poteet turns a 1-2-3 DP is Woods to blame?
If they do bunt and Poteet turns a 1-2-3 DP is Woods to blame?
Not in my eyes.
SemperFi
Can you enlighten me more on the Haltom coach.
Smart Son plays at Irving MacArthur.
Can you enlighten me more on the Haltom coach.
Smart Son plays at Irving MacArthur.
Wow, Eastside Panther, you've struck a nerve with me...I haven't posted before, just enjoyed the information until now.
I can't see where OBN was whining at all. I am wondering where you get your authority to tell everyone about the great game of baseball-did you mean in it's entirety or just this isolated school? I have personally been involved in baseball at every level and I certainly would never feel that I had any right to "tell" everyone about the great game...maybe I will "share" my opinion though.
I can assure you that the Coach you speak of wouldn't even get an ounce of respect on our football field, and didn't, or any baseball field that I have been involved in from LL to the professional level. We have some real tough Coaches around here and they most definitely command respect because of their expectations and commitment to their players, as well as their behavior toward them. They are very demanding yet acknowledge effort-it is not a one way street for them.
There is a huge difference between being "hard" on a player in any sport, as opposed to "showing up" a player. A person who feels the need to "show up" another with theatrics is only showing their insecurities. Some Coaches manage great things with athletes with little talent and some can't do a darn thing with great talent. Some Coaches choose to succeed with their athletes and some athletes manage to succeed in spite of their Coach, which is what I witnessed this past year at Marcus.
The Coach you refer to is not "hard, old school(that's just plain disrespectful to some wonderful coaches) or necessary"... Not sure which colleges you have had personal experience with, all of the D1 schools I have knowledge of, personally, strive to get the best players and the best efforts from them-that makes a program successful. Marcus has been very fortunate to have had kids these past few years who have been able to pull together under some very adverse conditions.
I will not give that Coach credit for any positive thing. I am not comparing him with past Marcus coaches-just stating what I have first hand knowledge of. I am not bitter about playing time or anything else...I do feel strongly that kids do not, and should not, be allowed to be abused in this way. Teachers in the building wouldn't be allowed to act this way and coaches shouldn't be allowed to either.
Success isn't always a scoreboard.
To get respect, you have to give it.
I can't see where OBN was whining at all. I am wondering where you get your authority to tell everyone about the great game of baseball-did you mean in it's entirety or just this isolated school? I have personally been involved in baseball at every level and I certainly would never feel that I had any right to "tell" everyone about the great game...maybe I will "share" my opinion though.
I can assure you that the Coach you speak of wouldn't even get an ounce of respect on our football field, and didn't, or any baseball field that I have been involved in from LL to the professional level. We have some real tough Coaches around here and they most definitely command respect because of their expectations and commitment to their players, as well as their behavior toward them. They are very demanding yet acknowledge effort-it is not a one way street for them.
There is a huge difference between being "hard" on a player in any sport, as opposed to "showing up" a player. A person who feels the need to "show up" another with theatrics is only showing their insecurities. Some Coaches manage great things with athletes with little talent and some can't do a darn thing with great talent. Some Coaches choose to succeed with their athletes and some athletes manage to succeed in spite of their Coach, which is what I witnessed this past year at Marcus.
The Coach you refer to is not "hard, old school(that's just plain disrespectful to some wonderful coaches) or necessary"... Not sure which colleges you have had personal experience with, all of the D1 schools I have knowledge of, personally, strive to get the best players and the best efforts from them-that makes a program successful. Marcus has been very fortunate to have had kids these past few years who have been able to pull together under some very adverse conditions.
I will not give that Coach credit for any positive thing. I am not comparing him with past Marcus coaches-just stating what I have first hand knowledge of. I am not bitter about playing time or anything else...I do feel strongly that kids do not, and should not, be allowed to be abused in this way. Teachers in the building wouldn't be allowed to act this way and coaches shouldn't be allowed to either.
Success isn't always a scoreboard.
To get respect, you have to give it.
quote:Originally posted by higg:
Maybe he should have just given the homerun sign and the game would have been over.
quote:Originally posted by thebottomline:
Success isn't always a scoreboard.
To get respect, you have to give it.
quote:Originally posted by oldbat-never:quote:Originally posted by thebottomline:
Success isn't always a scoreboard.
To get respect, you have to give it.
Thanks OBN...unfortunately, this will be buried because of the length of the subject already BUT, it had to be said.
While I'm on a roll...it's sad that the "win" collumn often trumps the need for integrity. I personally can't see where that should ever be compromised.
I do appreciate your unbiased posts where this is concerned-they have been noted and I am amazed that you can do it...I sat back until now. Unless someone else decides to "tell" everyone something about this, I will fade away again...
quote:Originally posted by momandcpa:quote:it's sad that the "win" collumn often trumps the need for integrity
WOW... talk about deja vu. Just finished writing a short letter to my son's baseball coach. A portion of my letter:
"Three winning seasons, setting new school records, going to play-offs three years in a row… yes, my son's varsity high school baseball was “successful” in traditional terms. But, the fact that he continues to have an amazing passion and love for the game… and has been coached by an honorable man who taught integrity and respect… is what will remain with him for a very long time."
See... there are others of us out there that truly appreciate integrity being a part of the game.
Glad to hear! Fortunately my son still has the passion in spite of his "coach"-interestingly enough, he almost chose to not play his senior year but quitting isn't an option around here. Our experience will be around forever to remind us that not everyone in a "supervisory" position has the same morals and we have to learn to overcome the negativity. It is sad that HS kids even have to go through this-it's sad that these are their memories.
I heard a rumor that Wylie's coach resigned last week? Has anyone else heard this? I have a nomination for the job there 
Yeah he is gone to Argyle.
I heard that Coach Mike Eiffert (Freshman) at Keller, Former player in Rockies Organization quit and went to ??Lewisville?? to coach can anyone confirm?
That means 2 have left Keller HS lately. I wonder who will replace Wells and Eiffert?
KellerDad - whats the scoop?
That means 2 have left Keller HS lately. I wonder who will replace Wells and Eiffert?
KellerDad - whats the scoop?
Coach Eiffert did go to Lewisville to be the pitching coach replacing Coach Kennedy who quit to take a middle school P.E. job so he could spend more time with his family.
Coach Eiffert not only played for the Rockies, he also played for Coach Campbell at Lewisville and is a Farmer Graduate.
I haven't heard who KHS has hired to replace these two. Both of them will be missed.
BTW, I've known Coach Kennedy for a very long time, heck, he gave my son pitching lessons back when he was knee high to a grasshopper. One of the great guys in the game and the game will surely miss him.
I imagine once his two little ones get a little older, he will be back to coaching varsity baseball as he has the passion.
Coach Eiffert not only played for the Rockies, he also played for Coach Campbell at Lewisville and is a Farmer Graduate.
I haven't heard who KHS has hired to replace these two. Both of them will be missed.
BTW, I've known Coach Kennedy for a very long time, heck, he gave my son pitching lessons back when he was knee high to a grasshopper. One of the great guys in the game and the game will surely miss him.
I imagine once his two little ones get a little older, he will be back to coaching varsity baseball as he has the passion.
quote:Originally posted by KellerDad:
Both of them (Wells and Eiffert) will be missed.
No doubt about it!
Coach Eiffert is awesome! My son did not play for him but will never forget the inspiring words he gave to him after pitching against his team. The 09 Lefty from CHHS and family sends our congrats! 