Mark Bless
@CoachMarkBless
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Retired Head Football Coach
Avon, IN
Joined April 2017
I was taught that it's better to be ten minutes early than one minute late, anyone else think the same as me
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One person can change everything. One leader. One play. One moment. That’s the power of one, and it’s how teams, cultures, and seasons are built. Be the one who makes a difference.
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👇🏽 Parents & Athletes — let's clear this up! Once upon a time, an "offer" meant a scholarship— real financial aid, and they only offered you if they truly wanted you. Now the word offer gets used for 3 things: 1️⃣ Scholarship Offer - money attached. 2️⃣ Preferred Walk-On (PWO) -
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Indiana HS football players don’t realize how good they have it. I’ve been to games this year with crowned fields, no locker for the opposing team. Instead of bleachers, concrete where people can bring their lawn chairs to sit. Bottom line: Indiana HS football is big time!
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Mental toughness is about pushing yourself to stay outside of your comfort zone, both physically and mentally. Discomfort is a sign that you're giving your best effort. If you're feeling comfortable, then you most likely need to give more effort.
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The life lessons you learn in football are just different than any other sport kids will be play.
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Somewhere along the line, society started thinking that tearing down others is “cool”. You wanna know what’s cool: • Saying thank you • Helping strangers • Listening to learn • Being on time • Empowering others • Being where your feet are • Giving without expectations
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Be the coach that your players think about when they’re: • Applying for a job • Getting married • Having a child • Raising their children • Struggling to make ends meet • Fighting through adversity • Dealing with loss … Be the coach who CHANGES LIVES!
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Everyone wants that D1 label... until they see the D1 schedule ⏰ If 5am workouts, classes, film, and study hall sound “too much,” you’re not ready yet. The grind isn’t optional, it’s the lifestyle. #StayReady #ConnectedAthletics #TheGrind #ConnectEDAthlete
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Whether your Avon roots are an inch or mile deep, you'll love this story. "Their story is one of continuity and hometown pride — and a reminder that the roots of a community run deepest when families stay to nurture them." #AvonProud
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Four Generations of the Bradley Family Shape Their Hometown’s Story For more than 80 years, the Bradley family has lived,
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🚨🚨TRANSFER PORTAL FACT🚨🚨 Roughly 60% of kids who enter the portal are effectively RETIRING. Most kids who enter portal will never play again. Unless you’re an all conference kid in college I wouldn’t advise leaving a scholarship and degree. Grass is usually NOT greener ✅
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Talent only takes you so far. To reach your full potential, you need discipline, mental toughness, and a great attitude.
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OL play is controlled aggression. Calm mind, violent hands, active feet. Be a knee bender not a waist bender
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High school sports are so much more than wins and losses. They’re where you discover grit, perseverance, and what it means to be part of something bigger than yourself. Every practice, every game, every teammate; these moments shape you for life’s toughest challenges.
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Recruiting is all based on roster needs before a recruit’s talent is even discussed. If there’s a need for an older/experienced player, schools look into the portal or juco route. If there’s a need is for a younger player, schools take the HS/prep school route.
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Coaching isn’t just about football. It’s about building men who’ll become great husbands, fathers, and leaders. That’s the real win #CultureWins
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