1- Can you explain to the readers what Brick by brick means when it comes to Grove City College football?
โBrick By Brickโ is a wonderful philosophy that our Head Football Coach (Andrew DiDonato) brought with him when arriving at GCC. The program starts with a vision (blueprint) thereโs a process (laying bricks) in which that vision needs to become a reality. And Love (brick mortar) holds everything together. Our vision statement is โTo glorify God in the pursuit of earning a degree, building lasting relationships, and competing for PAC Championshipsโ we are building each day towards that vision.ย
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As a program and staff, we have numerous โBrick Phrasesโ that our staff and players use each day to remain focused. Two of them that I feel are vital for the program are, โfocus on the vision, not the circumstanceโ and โSee a little, see a lot… See a lot, See nothingโ These two phrases allow us to build and stay focused on our vision regardless of the various circumstances. In doing so we always see a little, so one day we can see a lot. If we attack each day seeing a lot, we believe we will see nothing.ย
Sharing our story and vision I believe has been vital. It allows us to connect with each recruit and their families. When recruiting student-athletes we have specific qualities we look for that coincide with our vision. This ensures we have the โperfect fitโ for not only our College but the program as well.ย
I came to Grove City College with the Head Coach, Iโve been here with him since day one. Iโve been blessed to be coaching college football for 6 years.ย
The support we have from our President and administrators is so special. One of our โBrick Phrasesโ that I absolutely love is โEach of us needs all of usโ. Everyone on campus builds together with our program. Our games are free to attend which makes the experience for our community very special.ย
I personally believe the biggest adjustment from college football to high school football is the overall speed of the game. Everyone at this level is bigger, faster, and stronger. Things happen very quickly!ย
Itโs hard to answer that question. Our conference has so many talented players. Each week itโs amazing to see the student-athletes make the plays they make week in and week out.ย
Iโm one of 5 boys in my family, Iโm the youngest. My brothers all played high school football in upstate NY and went on to compete at various Colleges. When I was in middle school my family moved to Central PA where I attended Milton High School and played football.ย
Great question! โ4-40-Foreverโ Football often times will only last 4 more years after high school graduation. Your degree however will last you another 40 years! When retirement comes, your faith and relationships will last you forever. I encourage all high school athletes to think about this concept. Our academic statistics are incredible when it comes to job placement rates and career service opportunities.ย
I feel incredibly blessed to have been given a lot of advice from many amazing people. Iโve spent a lot of time thinking about this question. I would have to say the best advice has come from Andrew DiDonato (Head Football Coach). He has taught me a lifetime of valuable lessons that have not only changed the lives of our players but his staff as well.ย
Heโs taught me how to โBe where my feet areโ. Wherever I am, and whatever Iโm doing Iโm to be where my feet are. If Iโm at practice itโs time to be a coach. If Iโm at home itโs time to be a husband. If Iโm spending time with my parents or at home, itโs time for me to be a brother/son. Itโs absolutely changed my life.
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