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...Today, Delaney-Smith possesses a candid demeanor, and she is not afraid to speak her mind. But she describes her character, more importantly, as "fair," and this trait becomes evident in the bonds she forms with her players...
...Delaney-Smith has that rare ability to blend authority with friendship when dealing with her players, creating special relationships with them. She calls this an "informal" style of coaching and stresses its importance in developing a chemistry between the players themselves...
...thing is roles, team spirit and a do-it-for-the-team-put-your-self-second kind of thing," Delaney-Smith says. "When [your opponents are] playing above their level of ability, that's when you need to call on that chemistry, that cohesion, that rhythm. And if you don't have it, you're not going to win as many [games...
...admits that her coaching style is often criticized. For Delaney-Smith, however, it is a love of people that drives her in her professional career, and she is not about to change the way she works, especially while the results are so positive...
Beyond the personal rewards, Delaney-Smith's method of coaching has translated into success with which no one can argue. Before coming to Harvard in 1982, she compiled a spectacular 204-31 record at Westwood (MA) High School...