Josie Block ’24 grew up around lacrosse, both playing and watching her dad coach. Jeffrey Block just finished his 21st year coaching the 7th and 8th grade teams at Memphis University School.
“I have watched him for years coach a sport that he loves,” Block said. “To be able to coach the 3rd-5th grade teams this year has been a full-circle moment for me.”
Block knows the impact older players can have. “When I was in fifth grade, I thoroughly enjoyed the days when the high school girls would come to practice and spread their love and appreciation of the sport,” she remarked.
She’s proud of how far the little Turkeys have come this year. “The girls have worked so hard this season, and watching them improve and become more confident in their abilities is one of the most satisfying parts,” she observed. “I want these younger girls to love lacrosse as much as I do.”
As a result, coaching younger athletes has changed how Block plays the game when the varsity team takes the field.
“I have learned how to cheer louder and be more willing to push myself on the field even if I make mistakes,” Block said.
“I have also learned that practice really does lead to improvement.”
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