![FIGHTING THROUGH STORMS Coach Johnny Rodriguez cheers on his players as they ace their attacking skills during an after-school practice. Despite the cold rain, Rodriguez remains on the field as his players’ biggest supporter and source of positivity, leaving a lasting impact on them. “Coach Rodriguez has changed my perspective in life, [making it] more positive,” O’Hara said. “[He reminds me that] there's always something good to do, and I want to put that to my lifestyle.”](https://bestofsno.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/IMG_2611-1200x800.jpeg)
This story was originally published on OneMaize Media on September 28, 2022.
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