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Strength and Conditioning: Whether teaching history in the segregated South or winning Super Bowls as an NFL coach, Johnny Parker has encouraged his charges to strive for a certain kind of greatness.

Authors :
YARBROUGH, STEVE
Source :
American Scholar. Spring2024, Vol. 93 Issue 2, p40-51. 12p.
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

This text is a personal reflection on the impact of a football coach named Johnny Parker on the author's life. The author describes how they initially felt inadequate and lacked confidence in their abilities, but through weight training and the support of Parker and their teammates, they gained a sense of belonging and self-worth. The author also discusses Parker's coaching philosophy and his ability to motivate and inspire players. The author believes that meeting Parker had a profound impact on their life and helped shape their future success. The text highlights the lasting impact a coach can have on their players and the enduring connection between coach and athlete. [Extracted from the article]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00030937
Volume :
93
Issue :
2
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
American Scholar
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
175512840