Forster: Coaching to me is one of the greatest callings that someone can have. I have been around coaching my entire life and I have seen how kids are affected by their coaches. I want to be that coach that teaches not only football but also how to be great people after their playing days.
Why do you coach the way that you coach?
Forster: I have seen and had a lot of great coaches in my life. I have tried to take something from each one of them. One thing that we say at the end of every practice is that we try to get better every day in every way. We do this by pushing our kids in drills, challenging them to be better, making them accountable, and learning to love the game of football.
What do you think it’s like to be coached by you?
Forster: I think if I was coached by me, it would be hard, challenging but fun and pushed to my limits. I was coached a certain way and that is how I coach my players. I loved being pushed to be the best when I was playing sports and that is how I push my players. They need to have that mentality so when it comes to stepping on the field, they will have that confidence.
What has been your favorite memory from being the HC at Centauri?
Forster: Last year’s championship game was one of my favorite memories. The game was such a great game with both teams playing well and competing at the very highest level. The block punt with under 3 minutes left, the field goal to put us up 24-21, and then finally the final play with the pass being broken up with no time left on the clock. The joy in the kids’ faces as we ran across the field to celebrate the 1st ever championship in Centauri history.
What does the sport of football and this team mean to the La Jara community?
Forster: This team means a lot to not only the La Jara community but also the other small communities that make up the North Conejos district. I am always overwhelmed by the amount of support that we get. The stands are always full with people cheering on the Falcons. Seeing the youth…
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