Carolina Cyclones Softball Coaching Philosophy
It is the goal of the Carolina Cyclones softball coaching staff to develop STUDENT ATHLETES of character and integrity who will serve as positive members of the organization and the great community. We strive to provide each athlete the opportunity to experience success in a variety of situations, both individual and as a team; on and off the field of play. As a program, our goal is to create an environment where student athletes are able to grow as leaders, competitors and teammates. Our athletes will be challenged to reach their full potential, encouraged to develop emotional maturity, and will have the opportunity to learn how to deal with success and failure. Not only will players learn the physical skills of softball, they can learn other life-long skills such as: self-confidence, self-discipline, self-motivation, goal-setting, teamwork, cooperation, sportsmanship, and leadership.
Our coaching staff believes that players are young ladies and daughters first, students second, and athletes third. We recognize and support obligations to family, and school. Players will learn about commitment and balancing many obligations.
Decisions made by the Carolina Cyclones Softball coaching staff will be based on what is good for the softball program, what is good for the team, and what is good for the individual. Our coaches will strive to win, however, winning is defined in many ways as a result of goal-setting and thus, our top priority will always focus on building young ladies of strong character through our softball program.
Program Goals
- To reach our full potential as athletes and contributing members of society
- To leave Carolina Cyclones Softball a better program than before
- To represent Carolina Cyclones Softball with class
- To understand my responsibility as a member of an elite softball program
- To be accountable for my actions and maintain the highest standards
- To challenge myself and teammates to excellence
- To put forth honest effort in order to meet team and individual goals
- To look back on the season with no regrets
- To compete at the top level in the state
Program Philosophy
Four terms that we believe should define all members of the Carolina Cyclones Fastpitch Softball program:
COMMITMENT
- Are you willing to do whatever is necessary to become your very best?
INTEGRITY
- Are you willing to do the right thing, even when no one is watching?
- Can your teammates trust what you say?
- Do what you say, and say what you mean!
PRIDE OF OWNERSHIP
- Are you proud of your softball team, the program, and effort?
LOYALTY
- Do you support your teammates, your coaches, and the program?
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