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A Different Kind Of Coach

December 14, 2008 4:00 PM

Byron Pitts speaks with USC college football coach Pete Carroll, who, in addition to his success with the Trojans, is making a difference toward decreasing gang violence in Los Angeles.

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by mking71-2009 December 17, 2008 3:16 PM EST
I have this video on my favorite list. Very inspirational!! Whenever I need a lift,I watch this and everything is good again. Great work 60 minutes!
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by kidzrok December 16, 2008 7:29 PM EST
I absolutely fell in love with Pete Carroll when I saw him on 60 min. I work with kids teaching dance to keep kids out of gangs and I have so much respect for what he is doing to give back. It''s the best feeling in the world. You could feel his love for what he does and see it in his eyes. Rock on.
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by juve19 December 16, 2008 2:49 AM EST
Its nice to see a public person give back to a community that he''s got no connection with or has never lived in. For many the notion doesn''t cross their mind and others let opportunities pass them by. I was lucky to get out of the ghetto, attend a University and make something of myself yet I ,too, have failed to give back. Kids need inspiration and hope when there is none around them. Fight On, Pete!
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by punkin12476 December 15, 2008 11:53 PM EST
pete seems like a good man .although he should have asked whats up with reggie bush accepting all that money ,maybe thats why hes won so many games
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by arkansashog9 December 15, 2008 9:48 PM EST
Coach Carrol, you got your start at Arkansas, you beat our butts badly two years in a row, and you''re still welcome back here anytime. Class act! USC is lucky to have you.
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by lakewood85 December 15, 2008 9:24 PM EST
Coach Caroll makes me proud to be a USC Alumni.
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by nwgriz1 December 15, 2008 7:52 PM EST
Missed this last night on tv but just saw it here.Wow a good guy & coach - Pete Carroll knows that secret of being a successful coach. Nothing wrong about being upbeat & positive as a coach and obviously it''s working for Carroll at USC. And he''s spreading it into the ''gang'' neighborhoods of LA & IT''S WORKING!!! Dan Gable was a huge success coaching wrestling at the U. of Iowa in the ''70s, ''80s, & ''90s. Gable coached 15 NCAA title teams in 21 years at Iowa. He preached about perfect practices and would work those Hawks so hard...but then build them up with positive comments afterwards. Coach Gable was always encouraging his athletes and in turn inspiring them. Carroll does the same thing and look at his results in 7 years.
A good piece 60 minutes.
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by nwgriz1 December 15, 2008 7:52 PM EST
Missed this last night on tv but just saw it here.Wow a good guy & coach - Pete Carroll knows that secret of being a successful coach. Nothing wrong about being upbeat & positive as a coach and obviously it''s working for Carroll at USC. And he''s spreading it into the ''gang'' neighborhoods of LA & IT''S WORKING!!! Dan Gable was a huge success coaching wrestling at the U. of Iowa in the ''70s, ''80s, & ''90s. Gable coached 15 NCAA title teams in 21 years at Iowa. He preached about perfect practices and would work those Hawks so hard...but then build them up with positive comments afterwards. Coach Gable was always encouraging his athletes and in turn inspiring them. Carroll does the same thing and look at his results in 7 years.
A good piece 60 minutes.
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by nwgriz1 December 15, 2008 7:52 PM EST
Missed this last night on tv but just saw it here.Wow a good guy & coach - Pete Carroll knows that secret of being a successful coach. Nothing wrong about being upbeat & positive as a coach and obviously it''s working for Carroll at USC. And he''s spreading it into the ''gang'' neighborhoods of LA & IT''S WORKING!!! Dan Gable was a huge success coaching wrestling at the U. of Iowa in the ''70s, ''80s, & ''90s. Gable coached 15 NCAA title teams in 21 years at Iowa. He preached about perfect practices and would work those Hawks so hard...but then build them up with positive comments afterwards. Coach Gable was always encouraging his athletes and in turn inspiring them. Carroll does the same thing and look at his results in 7 years.
A good piece 60 minutes.
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by nwgriz1 December 15, 2008 7:51 PM EST
Missed this last night on tv but just saw it here.Wow a good guy & coach - Pete Carroll knows that secret of being a successful coach. Nothing wrong about being upbeat & positive as a coach and obviously it''s working for Carroll at USC. And he''s spreading it into the ''gang'' neighborhoods of LA & IT''S WORKING!!! Dan Gable was a huge success coaching wrestling at the U. of Iowa in the ''70s, ''80s, & ''90s. Gable coached 15 NCAA title teams in 21 years at Iowa. He preached about perfect practices and would work those Hawks so hard...but then build them up with positive comments afterwards. Coach Gable was always encouraging his athletes and in turn inspiring them. Carroll does the same thing and look at his results in 7 years.
A good piece 60 minutes.
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by jayhigman December 15, 2008 6:49 PM EST
I''m a grad of another Pac-10 school, and love Pete Carroll. He embodies all that is or ever was right with college athletics. My son''s don''t play football, but if they did, I would wish that they would play for Pete Carroll. He is a rare bright spot for our conference. Go Trojans! Fight On!
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by rn_cheryl December 15, 2008 6:22 PM EST
I''ve never heard of Byron Pitts, but everyone knows who Pete Carroll is. Why the negativity from Mr. Pitts regarding Coach Carroll''s work with gang kids? Mr.Pitts seemed intent on showing that Coach Carroll''s efforts were misguided. What has Mr. Pitts done lately to give anything back to society? Mr. Pitts, you actually said to a Los Angeles Police officer "you''re drinking the kool-aid big time". Shame on you Mr. Pitts, and shame on the producers who let you on the air.
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by rn_cheryl December 15, 2008 6:19 PM EST
I''ve never heard of Byron Pitts, but everyone knows who Pete Carroll is. Why the negativity from Mr. Pitts regarding Coach Carroll''s work with gang kids? What has Byron Pitts done lately to give anything back to society? Mr. Pitts, you actually said to a Los Angeles Police officer, "you''re drinking the kool-aid big time. Shame on you Mr. Pitts, and shame on the producers who let you on the air.
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by trier4 December 15, 2008 3:53 PM EST
To Lyndabikes: You cannot compare USC''s football program to UCLA''s. They are not even in the same universe so you better get used to accepting a winning USC football team. Are you completely unaware of the 11 National Titles, 35+ Pac-10 Titles, 7 Heismans etc, etc.?? Many of these were won years (decades) before Pete arrived. You need to get real lady. That is why you Bruins disappoint time and time again.
That having been said, Pete Carroll is the best coach in America....we all know that. This piece, which was outstanding in every way, just underscores that. "Win Forever USC!"
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by tookiemuns December 15, 2008 12:57 PM EST
Pete Carroll is warm, positive, modest, gentle, and compassionate. By the end of this piece last night, I had tears rolling down my cheeks. I said to my son that I''d be rooting for the Trojans as long as he''s coaching even if they were playing Penn State. My son, who''s a big football fan, asked me if I knew they''re playing in the Rose Bowl. I didn''t. This Pittsburgher says, "Go, Trojans!"
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by cgifford7 December 15, 2008 12:43 PM EST
USC''s Pete Carroll is an example of a fine football coach and outstanding individual. His attitude and willingness to work outside the limelight speaks volumes about his character. His work on and off the football field is inspiring and he deserves much credit for his accomplishments. Maybe he can expand his organization to other cities.

Go Pete -- and Fight On Trojans!
Carol Gifford
(A USC Alumni Parent)
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by southeastsd3 December 15, 2008 12:41 PM EST
First to even appreciate this huge amount of courage and compassion you have to be involved, you have to have seen youth between the ages of 15-21 or any youth laying lifeless in a casket because of an act of gang violence. You have to hear the sounds that echo from the throats of a parent or family member who now have no choice but to live their lives on memories of yesterdays and what they would of, could of should of did different in the raising of their children or the guilt that may exists from lack of mentoring from a big brother or sister. You have to have become numb from the Political BS that now exists becasuse monetary value has been placed on intervention and prevention versus love, committment and sincere concern for change. Then and only then can you appreciate a true essence of character from anyone who has a passion in this line of service.
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by picnroll0 December 15, 2008 11:55 AM EST
What a great piece. I coach high school basketball and we''re going thru a really bad stretch right now. Not playing well. I realized that I have become one of those miserable coaches. I love teaching the game of basketball but I''ve forgotten that these are young men in need of direction on and off the court. I need to capture more of the "teachable moments" that occur. Thanks Coach Carroll.
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by ihmono December 15, 2008 8:04 AM EST
As a USC booster, I am fully aware that we have the best coach in college football. However, his "Win Forever" theme is not really about football games; it''s about helping young men to make it in life. We are most fortunate that the finest human being in football just happens to be our coach.
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by ihmono December 15, 2008 7:46 AM EST
As a USC Trojan alumnus and booster, I am aware that we are fortunate to have the best coach in college football. However, his "Win Forever" theme is not really about football games; it''s about helping young people to make it in life. Yes, I am aware that we Trojans are most fortunate because the best human being in football just happens to be our coach.
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