Coaching Styles & Team Leadership
What lessons did the players learn about teamwork throughout the season?
They learned that trust, communication, and mutual respect are essential for success.
What challenges did the team face due to racial tensions in the community and within the team?
Resistance from parents, segregation, and internal conflicts threatened team unity.
How did Gerry Bertier’s character develop throughout the movie? What was his biggest lesson?
He evolved from a self-centered captain to a true leader who valued unity over personal bias.
What does Remember the Titans teach us about perseverance and unity?
It shows that teamwork and resilience can overcome obstacles, both in sports and life.
How did trust develop among the teammates over time?
As they endured hardships together, including training camp and games, they learned to rely on and respect one another.
How did the players’ attitudes toward race change throughout the movie? What events led to this shift?
Through shared experiences and leadership, they began to see each other as teammates rather than by race.
What impact did Louie Lastik have on the team, despite being an outsider to both racial groups?
His easygoing, open-minded nature helped bridge racial gaps among teammates.
In what ways did Coach Yoast demonstrate integrity, even when it could have cost him his career?
He refused to throw a game, standing up for fairness over personal gain.
How did Julius and Gerry’s relationship evolve? Name key moments that contributed to their friendship.
Initially hostile, their relationship transformed when Gerry called out a teammate for racism, and they bonded during camp.
How did racial prejudices affect Coach Boone’s job security, even after the team’s success?
He was under constant scrutiny and faced possible dismissal despite winning games.
Why was Petey struggling with his role on the team? What lesson can be learned from his story?
He lacked confidence and feared failure, showing that perseverance is key to growth.
How do the experiences of the Titans compare to challenges people still face today regarding race and inclusion?
Issues of prejudice and inclusion still persist, but teamwork and understanding remain solutions.
What was the significance of Coach Boone taking the team to Gettysburg? How did it impact them?
It showed them the consequences of division, motivating them to unite and overcome racial tensions
What role did parents and the community play in either supporting or resisting integration?
Some resisted, fearing change, while others, like Sheryl Yoast, embraced the new team dynamic
What was the most powerful moment in the film? Why?
the hospital scene where Gerry calls Julius his "brother" as the most impactful.
What role does respect play in breaking down social barriers in the film?
Once players respected each other, their racial differences became secondary to their shared goals.
How did the team respond to Gerry’s accident, and what does it reveal about their transformation?
They rallied around him, showing their bond had transcended race and personal differences.
How did the film show that sports can be a tool for social change?
The Titans’ success proved that teamwork and respect could overcome deep-seated racial divisions.
If you were on the team, how would you have handled the situation?
I would've handled the situation positively
How does Remember the Titans inspire people to stand up for what’s right?
t highlights the power of leadership, perseverance, and challenging social norms for a better future.