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There was a reason why the Brahmas sank. Coaching, bottom line. That's what makes and breaks teams at the AA level, players that want to play for their coach.

I'm sure there will be several responses to this post, which is great, but just remember how different the game is behind the scene.

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I am not blasting this poster. I really like new folks posting. Some of what they say is what we all saw last year, the obvious. There seems to be a hint of being an insider either knowledgeable about Laredo or maybe here. Maybe not but if you know more about, "the game behind the scenes", let us know don't just tease.

Best in the tease hockey

Westy (to the cold country )

Then Coach Al, Mike, and Sean should have taken some folks to the wood shed...

Best in gettin' a good hidin' hockey

Westy

Many of the early signers last year signed on if you will remember because they were promised support to win at least a playoff spot. They were tired of playing on a team that had continued to lose. When asked and I did, each said the only way they would be back was if they were actually given a chance to win.

Good recruiting brought a couple of players. Fate gave us Brad for a few games and that was it. In Texas we call it a "flash in the pan".

For John the term comes from taking old time pictures in the dark, thus the "flash". The pan was where the powder was placed. Another interpretation has to do with a flash fire in the frying pan. Either way it means a quick burst of excitement having little result or meaning. You can't even tell in happened after the fact.

What I saw last year was that followed by the usual slide starting around Christmas. Our players know this drill to a man. Many quit when they feel it coming. Others just forget the game, grab the puck, and pad the stats.

What I guess I am saying is I don't think many of them that you would want really want to come back. Pickings are slim among those you would think should make the team better. Call it bad humours, bad karma, or just bad feelings, the team has lots to over come.

Best in clearing the decks Hockey

Westy