COACH’S PHILOSOPHY

I value commitment to team above self.  I believe a student learns important lessons about life by dedication to a team.  And that this dedication develops them as individuals, not just as individuals but as great individuals.  And this dedication to team does not compromise their ability to become a great athlete.

I value highly that the students should have fun in this program and that the friendships they develop are as high a value as the lessons they learn in developing the discipline to do the hard work it takes to be a cross country ski racer.

I value the Philosophy of the American Sports Education Program which places development of a winning athlete over an athlete winning.  I teach the principles of good sportsmanship, which include respect for others, compassion, humility, and fair play.

I value the OSAA and the OISRA mission statements to “provide equitable participation opportunities for students.” Each student will be treated fairly with neither prejudice nor favoritism shown toward any student.

I value the Bend LaPine School District guidelines that encourage students “to participate in a variety of school activities, including more than one sport per year.”

I value the student’s right to pursue their goals and their dreams and their pursuit of excellence.  I believe that each student will get out of this program what they put into it.

Eric Martin