Bonnie Wolo - Mid-Valley Jr. Spartans - I Team Head Coach
Summary
TLDRIn this interview with Sportswire, first-year head coach Bonnie shares her experience coaching the Mid Valley Junior Spartans, drawing inspiration from her own time as a player. Bonnie emphasizes the importance of fostering fundamental skills, keeping the kids motivated, and creating a fun environment. She reflects on the nostalgia of seeing her child wear her old jersey, recalling her journey as the first girl in the Olant Lions. Bonnie's dedication to the team and commitment to developing good humans, regardless of gender, is evident throughout the discussion.
Takeaways
- 🏈 Justin is reporting from Candela Field, covering the Olant Lions and the Mid Valley Junior Spartans.
- 👩🏫 Bonnie, the head coach of the IT team, is being interviewed about her first year as a head coach.
- 👶 Bonnie grew up in the same organization, playing for 8-10 years, and now has her own child on the team.
- 🎉 Bonnie emphasizes the importance of keeping the boys happy, interested, and having fun while building fundamental skills.
- 🏅 The team is excited to have a female coach, which brings a different dynamic to the group.
- 👕 Bonnie's child is wearing her old jersey, which brings back nostalgic memories for her.
- 👏 Justin praises Bonnie for doing a fantastic job as a coach and for making a positive impact.
- 👟 Bonnie is proud to be part of the community where she grew up and enjoys giving back.
- 💪 The focus is not just on creating good football players but on creating good humans, regardless of gender.
- 🙏 Justin appreciates Bonnie's contribution, especially in a time when there's a shortage of volunteers.
Q & A
Who is the head coach of the Mid Valley Junior Spartans?
-Bonnie, who is also part of the IT team, is the head coach of the Mid Valley Junior Spartans.
What is Bonnie's experience with the organization before becoming a head coach?
-Bonnie grew up in the organization, playing for about 8 to 9 years, starting from the D team through to the A team.
What is Bonnie's approach to coaching the Junior Spartans?
-Bonnie focuses on establishing fundamental skills, keeping the boys happy, interested, and ensuring they have fun.
How does Bonnie's history with the team impact her coaching style?
-Bonnie's history with the team, including playing as the first girl in the organization, brings a sense of nostalgia and excitement, which she channels into her coaching.
What unique aspect of Bonnie's team stands out to the boys?
-The boys notice that they have a female coach, which is different from what they are used to, and Bonnie encourages them to embrace this difference and excel.
How does Bonnie's child contribute to her experience as a coach?
-Bonnie's child is on her team, which makes the experience even more special for her, as she gets to relive her own childhood memories through her child.
What significance does Bonnie's old jersey hold in the context of the interview?
-Bonnie's old jersey, now worn by her child, symbolizes a strong connection to her past and brings back nostalgic memories of her time playing for the team.
How does Bonnie motivate her team to stay active and engaged?
-Bonnie motivates her team by keeping them excited, emphasizing the importance of staying active, and showing them how to get things done in a fun way.
What broader goal does Bonnie aim to achieve beyond just coaching football?
-Bonnie aims to create good humans, not just good football players, by instilling values of teamwork, discipline, and active participation.
What challenge does the organization face that Bonnie's involvement helps to address?
-The organization faces a shortage of volunteers, and Bonnie’s involvement, particularly as a woman in a traditionally male-dominated sport, helps address this challenge and encourages more people to get involved.
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