Coming off a successful season capturing bronze at the OIWFA Championships on home soil, McMaster fastpitch Head Coach Ken Oda and his coaching staff continue to excel on the diamond. Going on just over a decade now with the Marauders, Oda is more than familiar with the Maroon having graduated in years past. But he can tell you all that, and more.
As part of National Coaches Week, we took the chance to ask some of our head coaches a few questions to dive a little deeper into who they are. Here are Ken's answers:
How long have you been coaching at McMaster?
11 years.
Favourite Food?
Pizza.
Favourite Movie or TV show?
Fast and Furious.
Favourite actor or actress?
Jason Statham
What is the one thing you always do after a win? Or a big win?
Head home.
Any superstitions?
Where the three coaches sit in the dugout.
What is the last book you read?
Here's looking at Euclid - From counting ants to games of chance by Alex Bellos.
Who continues to inspire you, or who do you look up to?
My professional career as a chiropractic neurologist.
What is your most memorable coaching moment thus far?
Winning the 2009 OIWFA Championships in my first year of coaching. Kind of like Nick Nurse.
There are 3 types of people in the morning, those who drink coffee, tea, or water. Which one are you?
Drink lots of coffee.
If you could max out your credit card at any store, which store would it be?
Tesla.
Would you rather watch a regular season game courtside or a high-stakes playoff game from the rafters?
Regular season game courtside.
Would you rather have a shoe brand (like Jordan) named after you, or an award?
An award.
If your life was a movie, what would the title be?
Life and Times . . .
What is the one quality you look for in an athlete?
A good listener.
If we asked your athletes, "what is your coach's favourite saying or phrase?", what would they say?
Have a plan!
In your eyes, what does it mean to be a Marauder?
As an alumnus, it means wearing maroon has pride.
Stay tuned throughout the week to hear more from our coaches!
