Bill Hillier - Mid-Valley Jr. Spartans President -C Team Coach

Summary

In this engaging interview, Justin Bradley from Sportswire meets with Bill Hillier, president of the Mid Valley Junior Spartans and C team coach. Hillier discusses his passion for coaching and the impact it has on the boys, emphasizing the importance of guidance and mentorship in their lives. He also touches on the excitement the kids feel playing at the Mid Valley facility and the challenges and community support involved in transitioning from the Elephant Lions to the Junior Spartans, highlighting the organization's growth and the community's commitment to its success.

Takeaways

• 🏈 Bill Hillier is the president of the Mid Valley Junior Spartans and also a coach for the C team.
• 🤽‍♂️ Bill is deeply involved in multiple sports organizations, not only coaching football but also baseball.
• 👦 Bill's motivation for coaching stems from the pride and happiness he sees in the boys when they play, and the personal impact he can have as a male figure in their lives.
• 🌟 He emphasizes the importance of guidance for young boys and the excitement they have for attending practice and participating in sports.
• 🏟️ The Mid Valley facility is described as beautiful and has a positive impact on the kids, making them feel like 'rock stars' and motivating them.
• 🔄 The organization has transitioned from being known as the Elephant Lions to the Mid Valley Junior Spartans, which came with costs and challenges.
• 💰 The name change required financial adjustments, including fundraisers and an increase in registration costs, which were supported by the community.
• 🎽 The community's support has been crucial in acquiring new gear, including cheer uniforms and helmets.
• 👨‍👦‍👦 Bill's children have been part of the organization since they were young, and now one is on the freshman team, showing the family's long-term involvement.
• 👏 The interview concludes with a shout out to the community and parents for their support, which is vital for the organization's success.
• 🌱 The organization is looking forward to the upcoming season and appreciates the work of the board and the community.

Q & A

Who is the main speaker in the transcript?

The main speaker is Bill Hillier, the president of the Mid Valley Junior Spartans and a coach for the C team.

What is the setting of the conversation?

The conversation takes place at Candella Park with Justin Bradley from Sportswire interviewing Bill Hillier.

What roles does Bill Hillier have within the organization?

Bill Hillier is the president of the Mid Valley Junior Spartans, a coach for the C team, and also a baseball coach.

What motivates Bill Hillier to be involved with the organization and coaching?

Bill is motivated by the pride and happiness he sees in the boys when they are on the field, and the opportunity to make a difference and be a positive male figure in their lives.

How does Bill describe the impact of coaching on the boys?

Bill believes that coaching has a personal impact, potentially changing someone's life, and providing guidance that the boys need.

What does Bill Hillier consider his personal drive behind coaching?

Bill's personal drive is to get kids engaged with others, working with adults, and to simply be kids having fun.

How does Bill describe the experience of the kids playing at the Mid Valley facility?

Bill says the kids feel like rock stars when they play at the Mid Valley facility, and it motivates them because they feel connected to the varsity boys and their future Friday night games.

What is the significance of the name change from Elephant Lions to Mid Valley Junior Spartans?

The name change signifies a new identity and a connection to the larger Spartan community, which the kids feel proud to be a part of.

What challenges did the organization face with the name change?

The challenges included the costs associated with changing gear, helmets, equipment, jerseys, uniforms, and the overall transition.

How did the community and parents respond to the name change and its associated costs?

The community and parents were supportive, accepting the need for additional fundraising and registration cost increases to cover the expenses.

What is Bill Hillier's final message to the organization and community?

Bill's final message is a shout out and thanks to the parents for their support, which is crucial for the thriving of the program, and a general appreciation for the community.