It has been suggested that when there is an upbeat and positive coaching staff with healthy relationships with the athletes, the outcome, and experience of the team as a whole will benefit overall.[1] Although college athletes have the final say where they will be pursuing their academic and athletic careers, coaching staffs and facilities are more often than not are a deciding factor.[2]
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