Andy's Interview at Katy HS

Monday, April 29

Andy was contacted last week by the Head Girls coach at Katy HS and was asked to come in for an interview.  I did not take off of work this time because my kiddos really need me especially since the EOC testing is right around the corner.  So, Andy had to make this trip to Katy by himself.  I wish they would reimburse us for gas - hahahaha! 

This past weekend we did a ton of research on the best neighborhoods to live in, tax rates, etc.  We have narrowed down the area and quite possibly the subdivision we want to live in, assuming we get hired and can sell our house here in Tarkington.  There are so many houses on the market and most of them are "pending" which worries me that there won't be a house available when it's our turn to buy one.  But I know that God has everything under control.

Anyway, back to the interview... This interview for Andy was completely different from the last one.  He ended up hanging out in the gym for about 30 minutes before the actual interview started.  This coach is a male and much older than the last head coach.  Very different vibe.  Andy and this coach had a lot in common as far their philosophy, strategies, schematics, playing style, etc. go.  When Andy called me after the interview, I could tell he was not as happy or excited about this job.  Andy then proceded to tell me that he would not be the first assistant but he would be in charge of the freshman program.  However, freshman practice and varsity practice were at the same time which meant that Andy would have pretty much no association with the varsity team.  Huge negative.  Also, he would have to coach two sports.  The job was not advertised as two sports, but they were going to try to sneak it around Andy.  I was actually very proud of Andy because he told the coach that he was not going to coach two sports.  Another negative.  And lastly, he would probably two classroom preps.  Once again, not a big problem, but it's definitely not ideal.  Third negative.

Bottom line, the job itself was much more appealing at Katy Taylor.  The coaching staff was younger as well.  He went to the interview for the sake of experience.  The Katy head coach was impressed by Andy's knowledge of the game and said that he would love to "pick" Andy's brain.  That definitely boosted his confidence that he must really know the game of basketball.  It's one thing when family and friends tell you you're good at something, but it's much more validating and reassuring when someone in the same profession with more experience and expertise tells you that you're good at it.

After the interview, Andy drove to the subdivision that we had researched.  It was perfect!!  Andy said the feel of it reminded him of College Station, and we both love College Station of course.  We have easy access to both of our schools.  Lots of shopping and grocery stores close by.  Overall, great potential for a future home!!

Until next time...