Preamble:
Why didn't he quit his job and reflect on the social responsibility of coaching.
As a public figure, Yang Ming's private life seems to have become everyone's after-dinner conversation.
However, under this turmoil, Yang Ming's silent public welfare deeds are also worthy of our reflection.
A person's qualities should not be judged by one aspect alone, and the social responsibility of a coach goes far beyond coaching a team.
Can the orphan's basketball dream continue
Yang Ming often visits a local rehabilitation centre for children with autism.
Most of the children here come from remote and poor areas, and their parents cannot take care of them, so they have to be fostered here.
Yang Ming found that many children in the center were very passionate about basketball, but they had no one to teach them and could not afford to buy basketball equipment.
So he began to quietly bring basketballs and protective gear to these children, and even taught them to play with the ball himself.
Ash is one of the best basketball players among them.
His father was a construction worker, and his mother died tragically, so he had to come to this center.
Ash told Yang Ming that he dreamed of one day joining the basketball team and representing the school.
"I'm going to train hard and one day I'll make my dream come true!" Ash said firmly.
Yang Ming admires Ash's perseverance and basketball talent, and silently looks forward to the day when he may be able to train such a player.
Yang Ming is not satisfied with bringing basketball equipment to children, he wants them to really learn and love the sport.
So Yang Ming began to design a targeted training plan, according to the children's age and physical characteristics, to develop appropriate training methods.
He started with the basics, such as dribbling, passing, shooting, etc.
Yang Ming patiently corrected the children's mistakes, and he could demonstrate them dozens of times until the children mastered the essentials.
Then he will stimulate the children's interest through some small games, so that the training is not boring.
Gradually, these children really fell in love with basketball and became the "little players" in this center.
In order to encourage the children's enthusiasm for training, Yang Ming also set some target tasks, and they can get small gifts for completing the tasks.
For example, if you shoot 80% from the field, you can get a new wrist guard; A 30% increase in dribble speed will give you a limited edition jersey; The technical standard of dribbling can be signed, basketball shoes, etc.
Now the momentum of the "little players" is greater, and you want to complete the task and get rewards.
Yang Ming couldn't help but feel joy when he looked at the smiles and confidence on the children's little faces that were flushed with training.
Twice a week basketball fun
Yang Ming arranges basketball practice twice a week.
When the time came, the children couldn't wait to rush to the court, their eyes full of excitement and anticipation.
Yang Ming patiently corrected their movements and taught them more techniques.
This became the most anticipated time of the week for the children.
Yang Ming also prepared a full set of basketball uniforms and protective gear for each child, so that they could feel like they were "real players".
The children trained tirelessly, running on the field over and over again.
Yang Ming saw it in his eyes and smiled secretly.
Perhaps it was this pure love of basketball that allowed him to regain his strength when he was tired or lost on the court.
This emotion is connected, and when the children are selfless on the court, Yang Ming can also get positive energy from it.
The best of these "little players" will also be selected by Yang Ming to join the "Dream Team" and participate in friendly matches of local amateur teams.
Before the first competition, Yang Ming gave a "motivational speech" to all the children to boost their morale.
Watching the children compete openly on the field, Yang Ming sincerely felt relieved and proud.
Who knows, maybe in the near future, there will be professional footballers among these children, and Yang Ming may become the most important enlightenment teacher in their careers.
Once a person has ideals and goals, he can move forward firmly.
When Yang Ming looked at the fighting spirit burning in the eyes of the group of young players in the "Dream Team", he couldn't help but think of the scene when he was young and dreamed of shining on the basketball court.
Perhaps it is the passion for coaching the team that has made him a top coach.
Now helping these weak beings chase their basketball dreams has also allowed him to regain his original intention and sense of mission.
Why didn't he resign?
After this incident was exposed, Yang Ming's reputation was damaged for a while, and some fans even asked to resign.
However, Yang Ming did not choose to leave, but silently assumed the responsibility.
In addition to taking care of the people around him, he has not forgotten his social responsibility as a public figure.
Perhaps it was this sense of responsibility that made him not choose to escape in the most difficult time.
Before the turmoil subsided, Yang Ming had been posting his status on his social account, telling everyone that he would continue to fulfill his responsibilities and obligations as a head coach.
He said that he will do his best to support the team and the players and will not leave at a critical moment.
In every game of the team, Yang Ming was on the spot to command and dispatch.
He told the media that the interests of the players and the team are above all else, that is his original intention, and that he will not change under any circumstances.
Reflect on the social responsibility of coaching
Zhang Ning, chairman of the Ice and Snow Professional League, believes that "Yang Ming chose to take on the responsibility of coaching and do his best to help the weak when facing the biggest crisis, and this spirit is worth learning from all of us."
Yes, perhaps we should not just focus on the fault of one person and ignore the effort and kindness that he may have put in.
A good coach has a responsibility and value that goes far beyond coaching the team to win.
Yang Ming's choice is also worthy of reflection by all coaches.
In addition to the team, coaches also have social responsibilities, such as poverty alleviation and caring for the disadvantaged.
These acts of kindness by Yang Ming have sparked extensive discussions in the domestic education circles.
Some experts believe that coaches can use their influence and social resources to participate more in public welfare.
The coach should not only be the leader of the team, but also the guide of society.
Many fans and experts expressed their understanding and support for Yang Ming, and hoped that more coaches could emulate his spirit of public welfare.
After the friendly match, Yang Ming received an invitation from the owner of a local professional basketball club, hoping that he could serve as the club's ambassador and use his influence to call on more people to support youth education and care for the disadvantaged.
Yang Ming happily accepted the role and expressed his hope to contribute to more children.
To some extent, this is also an opportunity for Yang Ming to redeem his public image and re-establish positive values.
Epilogue:
We should not judge a person in terms of one perspective alone.
Yang Ming may have been emotionally negligent, but he is also worthy of recognition in quietly giving love and helping others.
Perhaps it is this heart that is willing to take responsibility and care for the weak that allows him to find the motivation to move forward when he is confused.
We look forward to and believe that this heart will help Yang Ming tide over the difficulties and return to the arena again.