Coach Northcutt story

Ms. Northcutt is no rookie when it comes coaching. Over the years she has been a great volleyball coach, but she has recently picked up softball. Nikki Northcutt said “ Softball was so much fun, and I was thrilled to support Coach Matz in her first year as a head coach.” Coach Matz, her fellow volleyball coach was one of the main reasons why she joined softball in the first place.  Northcutt being the great coach that she is knew how to adjust to the slower pace, different skill set of softball. Northcutt said “ softball as a game is not as intense in pace as volleyball. You have to sustain your focus in times of quiet, where there is never quiet in volleyball. “ With being able to adapt so quickly Northcutt also was able to create many new memories, during the softball season “ we had a lot of injuries” Northcutt said “leaving us with only nine on each team. She wrote ‘ no subs. You’re fine.’ on the line-up clipboard. From then on, whenever a player complained, that was the reply.” Throughout the season Northcutt had tons of fun.

Along with a new commitment comes new responsibilities.  With all the weekdays and some weekends dedicated to softball Northcutt still found ways to continue her home life a before. Northcutt said “coaching is extremely demanding in terms of time and energy. Since I’m a single mom of a nine year old, Theo became our ‘bat-boy.’ He actually loved his job, but he prefers to be home with me. I also declined a million social engagements. I hope i still have friends left.” With being a coach for more than one sport you tend to learn a few things. Whether it be about a new coaching technique or something you can contribute to your home life. “ I think staying healthy is the most important thing to do to be the best coach. It is imperative that I take care of my diet, exercise, and rest in order to stay alert and positive for my team” Northcutt said “I haven’t had a great success with this, but I’m trying. Next season! I also  am passionate about being organized and communicative. I like for my players and families to know what's going on and what to expect. I’m the same way as a parent” We all know Coach Northcutt puts her best effort forward when doing anything, whether it be coaching, teaching or parenting.

But she couldn't have done it without all of the support of the family members of coaches and players, and teachers. “ The Volleyball and Softball parents have been so supportive.” Northcutt said “ We could NOT do this crazy job without all of the family support”