Hi. I’m Sierra. Most of you probably have no idea who I am,
some of you know me as some random chick from Georgia, but that’s not
important. I’m going to start off with I’m not very good at speeches or
motivation or anything like that, but I am good at speaking my mind. And this
is what I think.
You’ve all experienced a terrible loss, and I am deeply
sorry for that. However, are you or are you not the Crimson Tigers? You’ve defeated
many an opponent before, and the last time I checked, Tigers don’t back down
when life throws something at them. They lunge and attack! What doesn’t kill
you make you stronger, and State Championships are days away. It’s easier said
than done, I know, but you’ve got to pick yourselves up from this tragedy and
hold your heads high. You are strong. You are mighty. You are fierce. You are Tigers.
A coach
does not make a team. It helps, but you have outstanding captains who are captains
for a reason. Unity, determination, and hard work make a team. Overcome your
doubts, hurt, and confusion with the will to come out fighting, and end on top.
You’ve come this far, don’t give into defeat now. “Men's best successes come
after their disappointments.”
There will be time for grieving later. Now is the
time to make your coach and, more importantly, yourselves proud. You’re still
the Crimson Tigers. You’re all talented, capable, and fearsome. Not to mention
your socks are fabulous. This is not the time to let emotions throw you off
your game. If anything, let them fuel your determination and focus even more. I
have full faith in you, and you should all have faith in each other, coach or
no coach. Y’all got this (Pardon my southern tongue).
“You have all the weapons you need. Now fight!”
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