I wanted the players to feel like they were part of a family, to be conscious of that controlled togetherness as they made that slow entrance onto the field. It had a great psychological effect on the opposing team, too. They'd never seen anything like it.

Summary

This quote emphasizes the desire of the speaker (presumably a coach or team leader) to foster a strong sense of unity and camaraderie among the players. By creating an atmosphere where everyone feels like they belong to a tight-knit family, the goal is to create a powerful psychological impact not only on their own team but also on the opposing team. The novelty of this approach disrupts the opponents and potentially gives the coached team an edge in the game.

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