Ten Keys to a Pirate Attitude

1. Choices – all players have control over the choices that they make. 2. Man in the Mirror – take responsibility for your own actions; don’t blame others or make excuses. 3. Respect – you need to respect yourself, parents, teachers, coaches, teammates, classmates, and the game. 4. Coachable – be willing to listen and don’t be afraid to ask questions; learn from your mistakes and trust your teammates and coaches to do their jobs. 5. Integrity – be honest with yourself and others; do the right thing 6. Goals – set personal goals on and off the field. 7. Work Ethic – take pride in your work and give your best effort all the time; your switch is always on. 8. Self Confidence – you must believe in yourself that you can accomplish your goals with a great work ethic. 9. Adversity – football and life will not always go as you want; you must handle adversity and criticism. 10. Commitment – you must commit to becoming the best you can be at everything you do in life or you will never reach your full potential.