~:[CH10 - Day 294]:~ Last Step on the Court

 
~:[CH10 - Day 294]:~ Last Step on the Court

One of the hardest moments to watch as a coach is to see the final moment of an athlete on the court. With most seasons, they come to an end on a sad note, as the percentages of you coming out as the championship is low. However, what I hope most from athletes is that they appreciate the time they have while on the team. I know it's a lot of time and dedication as they have to miss out on this and that, sacrifice this and that, however, the camaraderie they gain, the moments they create and simply the opportunity to compete cannot be matched. As we rushed to try and get one athlete who was cramping back on the court for those final moments, unfortunately that cramp never went away. Regardless, a sad ending cannot destroy all that was built over the years on the team. Although that moment is the last step on the court, the thousands of other steps take on the court outweigh this moment. As while the tears flowed, it's less about the loss than it is about being the final time they will be together. Most of these athletes will not compete in college and I think few realize the void that will be left when they move forward. As while the extra time in the schedules will be nice, there are so many things they will miss that they may never have thought they would. For those luckily enough to return to the court again, treasure each and ever moment and for those seniors who this was the last moment, thank you for all that you have given and I hope that you enjoyed the ride. Congratulations on a great season.