One More Answer

One question that was asked today in which I want to expand on - The question asked; at what level did I enjoy coaching the most? My answer was Div. I while we had low # of scholarships because I knew the kids coming to play were there because they loved to play & it was about softball & not the money. NOW to expand on that (which came to me driving home) it was also DI because of how much time we had with the athletes. The focus was on the players & helping them get better & grow on the field, in the classroom, and as people for nine months of the year. In Div II & III your time with the athletes & allowable contact is greatly reduced which I did not like in comparison. It was actually this same fact that made the transition to coaching in High School incredibly difficult especially since I do not teach in the school. SO for kids looking at schools & going through this recruiting process, that is a big component to consider - how much time with your coach & team do you want to commit because it varies greatly between divisions.