Malcolm
“Mr. Peppernick, I asked you here today to offer you the position of our middle-school boys' head soccer coach. As you may know, Mr. Ellis, the current head coach, is undergoing medical treatment that makes it difficult, if not impossible, for him to maintain the coaching schedule."
I stare at the school district's athletic director, Mr. Keys, as I consider his offer. “You know I played hockey, right?"
His stoic expression melts. “Yes, we're all aware of that. And since I've been a Blackhawks fan for all of my life, I have more than a few memories of you ruining our hopes at the Stanley Cup."
Scenes from my past flood my thoughts. Like an old play reel, I remember the long days, the hard work, and the longer nights. The hotels and travel. The season, the playoffs, and the adren
