I do not think being a coordinator is a requirement, but it does give you some advantages. You get used to working with half the team and you go through the game-planning and decision-making processes.

I learned it doesn't matter how you win. You play to your team's strength.

If someone needs help, I can offer advice. I'm not always right and people don't always listen.

You need togetherness because you don't always win, and you have got to hang though together

It's easy to lose sight of the ultimate goal when you're in the trenches.

I had 10 to 12 close buddies who I played ball with all the way from elementary to high school. That is where I learned to compete.

Remember that mentor leadership is all about serving.