With Little League Season Upon Us Here is a Good Story for all Coaches to Read

Most people spend their whole life trying to be cool. Now one coach has had his coolness officially recognized by Little League Baseball.

Michael Flynn of Dublin, CA was recognized today at the Little League World Series as the \”Coolest Coach of the Year\”—an annual event sponsored by Bryant Cooling and Heating System to honor Little League coaches who exemplify \”Courage, Character and Loyalty\” in a fresh and compelling way.

Last year his Little League team struggled in the face of difficult Northern California weather which disrupted team practices and affected team morale. Realizing something had to change Michael turned to that tried and true baseball salvation—Rock n’ Roll.

\”At some point I said, \’Stop! We need to have some fun,’ says Michael about the ‘Rock N’ Roll Friday Nights’ he instituted into the team’s weekly routine. \”I brought out my stereo with the big speakers, and the kids brought their ipods. We’d order pizza and eat right on the field–they wouldn’t realize they were even practicing.\”Story Continues