Washington head coach Chris Petersen never tries to talk people into joining his profession. Between the long hours and the intensity, it’s not a job for just anyone. If the passion isn’t there, he said, it will show in the results.
But Petersen does take notice of players who show certain qualities: Unique and smart and always on top of their game. Players he knows will be successful no matter what path they choose. And then if they also happen show an interest in coaching?
“My antennas go up,” Petersen said.
Even then, there are no guarantees.