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“What is a coach? We are teachers. Educators. We have the same obligations as all teachers, except we probably have more influence over young people than anybody but their families. And, in a lot of cases, more than their families.” quote by Joe Paterno
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“What is a coach? We are teachers. Educators. We have the same obligations as all teachers, except we probably have more influence over young people than anybody but their families. And, in a lot of cases, more than their families.”

Joe Paterno

About This Quote

Source Speech: Coaching conference keynote, 1998

Coaches are educators with greater influence on youth than most teachers or families.

In simple terms: Coaches teach and heavily influence youth.

Key Takeaway

Leverage coaching to guide young lives.

Themes

education influence responsibility

Mood

reflective inspirational

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • team sports
  • youth programs
  • school curricula

Key Concepts

mentorship social impact ethical duty

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance coaching influence with family guidance?
  • What ethical boundaries should coaches observe?
A Different Perspective

Balancing influence with respect for family roles is challenging.

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