Coach’s Corner is a weekly column where local coaches share practical advice, personal insights, and valuable lessons from the world of youth and high school sports. Whether you’re a coach looking to lead better, a parent supporting from the sidelines, or a player working to grow on and off the field, Coach’s Corner offers guidance, encouragement, and real-world experience to help you navigate the game—and life—with purpose.

50 Years Ago This Month Bel Air earned 11 of the previous 12 Harford Co baseball championships. Jack McCracken's Bobcats beat Havre De Grace 8-2 on the strength Craig Halsey's pitching. Halsey earned his 8th win and had 8 strike outs to beat the Warriors. HCC named...

25 Years Ago This Month CMW's Cara Wettlaufer came from behind to beat the defending state 1600 meter champion and state record holder Tenke Zoltani of Dulaney. With the two ladies tied and 100 meters left, Wettlaufer found "another gear" to win by .42 seconds....

10 years ago this month After 29 years and 14 field hockey state titles as head coach at Fallston High School, Alice Puckett took the helm at John Carroll. The former National Coach of the Year was leading the Lady Pats to a record 9-0. Former Fallston football head...