Coaches Letter

​ Dear Supporters of Taunton High School Hockey,
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                The 2018-19 season has concluded, and with that conclusion I would like to express gratitude to the parents, coaches, faculty, and fans for their support this past season! It is always an honor to wear the Tiger colors and represent the community of Taunton throughout the season! More importantly, it is important to recognize the sacrifices and dedication of the players that took part this past season. Without the players, a season of ice hockey would not be possible.

                The sincerest thank you goes out to the seniors who have donned the black and orange for the last time! #4, #5, #9, #10, #11, #16, #18, #21. Devyn, Dylan, Owen, Andrew, Cam, Jaden, Nick, and Jack; Your contributions have proven invaluable! You have helped the Tiger program reach 3 State tournaments, and a South Semifinal Appearance in your time at Taunton High School. You have helped pave the way for future Tigers to believe that they can grow and develop as a person and a player during their time in Taunton!  Your contributions will be missed! The coaching staff wishes you the best of luck in the next, and exciting chapter in your life! We know you all will be great successes!

                The coaching staff have solidified educational beliefs that make the foundation of our coaching philosophy and the years of development are implemented.  First, a student-athlete should take care of their academic responsibilities and develop as well-rounded intellectual individual. Second, a student-athlete should work towards developing their body and develop life-long habits of physical fitness and self-care.
Third, a student-athlete should work to improve their community and devote themselves to a cause greater then themselves.

​               The three pillars of this philosophy are encompassed by the team mottos: “Enjoy the Journey” and “One Team, One Goal”.  Personal Development is a lifelong process with many ups and downs, and it is the struggle that makes achievement that much more special!  We are One Team, and the One goal, has, and always will be educating student-athletes to be the best they can be now, and in the future!  This goal has been accomplished.

                Thank you for this chapter of the life-long journey! We look forward to the next chapter! It’s a blank page, make it a good one!
 
                Sincerely,
 
                Kris Metea
                Head Coach
                Taunton High School