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monster
20 Jun 2003, 02:15 PM
Mathis' fitness was a topic of discussion and so many on these boards roundly criticized Arena?
"I've grown since the World Cup and my awareness of what it takes to succeed is a great deal clearer, including taking better care of my body," (Mathis) answered sheepishly.
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MarioKempes
20 Jun 2003, 03:11 PM
I think the main criticism was questioning the need to make PUBLIC statements about Mathis' fitness. Sure it's motivating, but so is a sledgehammer to the head. You're motivated to get out of the way, but then you want to kill your attacker.
appoo
20 Jun 2003, 03:34 PM
he is still an enigma. He might be the most frustrating player in the Player Pool. So ridiculusly talented...yet he doesn't show up for 80 minutes of a game...I wish he would make up his mind on whether he sucks or not
Mainer5
20 Jun 2003, 04:31 PM
Originally posted by MarioKempes
I think the main criticism was questioning the need to make PUBLIC statements about Mathis' fitness. Sure it's motivating, but so is a sledgehammer to the head. You're motivated to get out of the way, but then you want to kill your attacker.
A good coach knows his players and what will motivate them. Some players need the sledgehammer and some need the feather.
As one coach once said in talking about a player in another sport " She needs to work harder and not hide behind these nicks and bruises" and Mr. Glenn responded whole heartedly