10/21/2026
Over the course of the last 30 years, Iβve coached several athletes who were autistic. It can be challenging at times when teaching an athlete who has a neurological disorder, but I always keep this in mind and alter my coaching to meet their needs. There's a lot of misinformation and stereotypes about those who are autistic, so I would encourage anyone who is not familiar with the condition to do a little research and become more educated on the subject. I currently have two autistic children who I coach each week. They're two of the smartest, sweetest, loving, and hard working athletes I coach. It can sometimes be a difficult task, but I truly love coaching them and look forward to seeing them each week. Although I'm the coach and they are learning from me, I'm learning just as much from them. They're helping me to be more patient, more empathetic, and an overall better coach. It's the challenges we experience in life that help us learn, grow, and better ourselves. π