The Relationships

In an interview of both Urban Meyer and Tim Tebow on ESPN, the strong relationships within the Florida Gator’s football team are revealed. Tim and Urban share one of the strongest relationships in the program. Meyer looks at Tebow as an unbiological son. Urban Meyer relates Tebow to his actual son, Nate, saying he spends nearly as much time with Tebow as he does Nate. While not as strong, Urban cherishes his close relationships with his players and truly values all of them. Tebow is a strong leader in the team and holds strong devotion to his fellow players. This was apparent in his half-time speech at the national championship. After feeling like he let his team down the first half, he encouraged them by saying, “we’ve got thirty minutes for the rest of our lives… give everything you got for thirty minutes and we’re gonna win this game” (Tim Urban Sunday Conversation). Tebow closed by expressing his loyalty and respect for his coach. He hopes to give him a team that cares more about each other than themselves and the crystal ball at the end of the season, of course.

A football team that takes things deeper than the game is more than a football team; they have grown into a family. Closeness within a team off the field helps to build a better team on the field. The players can trust each other and hold the others accountable for their actions. The Florida Gators know the devotion of each of their fellow players which leads to their own passion building. The relationships don’t stop at the players, but the coaches also have a tight knit bond. Urban Meyer opens his house and heart to all of his players. He sees them as family to help in any way possible. When you can depend on someone like that, it builds respect. Respect for your teammates and your coach means a better experience on the football field.

"Tim Urban Sunday Conversation." YouTube. Web. 8 May 2010.