by Coach Chuck BarnardJake was not one to sit still....
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“…and success breeds more success” — Coach Chuck
One day after basketball practice the new middle school basketball coach approached Jimmy.
“Jimmy, can I talk to you openly about something.”
“Yeah.” said Jimmy.
“I know I am new here and I have only had you in class for a little more than half a year but I have watched you in class, on the football field, and now as your basketball coach, and I hope this spring as your baseball coach. I don’t think you find any part of school very fun. Am I wrong?” asked the coach.
“Yeah. I find school fun. I like hanging with my friends and playing sports.” replied Jimmy.
“How often do you genuinely laugh and smile? How often do you celebrate the things you do well?” asked the coach…
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