Quote:Players play and coaches coach. It seems logical that a coach would have had at least some experience as a player; however, just because one was once a good player it doesn't automatically follow that person will also be a good coach. The ability to perform at a high level (at least at some point) doesn't always translate to the ability to teach others how to perform at that same high level.

 

The teaching/leadership skills of a good coach are a separate skill set from what most players posses. Maybe Boselli could be a good coach, but the only verifiable way to know is for him to coach and then see what kind of results he gets... Preferably starting with a college position; the pro level is no place for amateurs. 

 

Excellent point. However, I think there is a much greater chance of a former player being a good coach when said player is technically sound as opposed to relying on sheer athleticism to get the job done. Boselli had the rare combination of both, so while the athletic ability may not translate, the ability to instruct on the proper fundamentals should.

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