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The following is Miss Terry Saban’s foreword to The Tuscaloosa News’ commemorative Nick Saban book that looks back on his legendary 17 seasons coaching Alabama football. Order the 192-page hardcover book, packed with expert storytelling and stunning action photography, via Pediment Publishing.
The foundation was here at Alabama, ready for something special to be built upon it, a pyramid rising above years of football history. Late Alabama athletics director Mal Moore once said to me, “Most people do not realize how hard it is to win a championship. You must have great players and great coaches, but then the stars have to be aligned just right.” Add to that formula Nick’s “process,” which is based on focused discipline, hard work, and a relentless, competitive spirit. The combination of the two allowed us to navigate all of the changes to college football and challenges we’ve faced since arriving in Tuscaloosa.
New offensive philosophies required developing new defenses. Changes to recruiting rules and the recruiting calendar prompted adjustments. Losing coaches to competing programs meant bringing in new staff. Implementing the NIL rules and the transfer portal also resulted in change. The 2011 tornado ripped through Tuscaloosa and shook every player, student and resident to the core, but the team lost no time in helping those in need with food, water, clothing – and helping clean up for the days and weeks that followed; Nick’s Kids Foundation was also able to build several Habitat for Humanity homes for those who lost everything. COVID-19 provided new and unique challenges, but in 2020, we finished with a perfect 13-0 record and another national championship.
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Author : The Tuscaloosa News
Publish date : 2024-02-26 10:22:10
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