I contend that for any teenager to sit on the bench requires much more courage and determination than a player who plays regularly. Being a starter on a team is really an easy role. Being a player who does not play regularly requires tremendous effort and perseverance. Practicing every day, knowing that you will play very little, is not easy for anyone. The fortitude needed to practice hard every day and give your best for the team teaches lessons that cannot be learned in any classroom.
Students learn to sacrifice individual glory and recognition for the benefit of the team.
For any team to be successful, quality practice time is very important. All coaches will tell you that quality practice time is the key to improving and having a successful season. The players on a team that dedicate themselves to helping the team should be honored and celebrated for their unselfishness. Each spring, we have a problem with checks that bounce and closing our books by June 30. Based on the recommendation of our auditor, it is necessary to modify our policy regarding handling checks after May 1.