What do you say to kids after they lose? After the lose in the Little League World Series? On National TV? David Belisle's post-game speech to his team might be one of the best things you will see in a while. A lot of bad is happening in the world - from Iraq to Missouri. But this is some much needed good.
I played sports from Kindergarten to College - basketball, football, wrestling and more. I was a coach for 7 seasons. I love competition and I absolutely hate to lose. This guy puts it the right way. No this doesn't mean to always be proud of losing. But when you play the right way, do the right thing and put all your effort and intensity into the game, sometimes you still lose. If you Play Hard, Play Smart, Play Together, you can be proud. This speech reminds me why America loves our sports. Why athletes are more likely to be hired than non-athletes. We want people that work hard, people that can come together, and people that can learn from their losses.
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