Reflection: Todd Thomas

October 24, 2011

     
Character was defined to me as “ALWAYS doing what is right, even when no one else is looking!”  I constantly heard my dad give this definition of character as he would speak to his team, his classes, or any other speaking engagement that he may have had.  Character is one thing that my dad really strived to instill in me at a young age, and that I am still trying to carry forward.
Dad constantly would harp that our character is our biggest defense.

Reflection: Coach Alex Pollock

October 21, 2011

     

The more I am around young people, the more I realize how important it is to be a model of good character.  I was fortunate enough to have played football for Coach Thomas, as well as been a student of his at Aplington-Parkersburg.  To say I am blessed would be a major understatement.  Outside of my parents, Coach Thomas played a very influential role in my life.  While football was what Coach was known for outside of Aplington and Parkersburg, it was only the tip of the iceberg.  Coach’s main purpose as Head Football Coach at A-P was to develop strong character and