Coach Max Steele: You feel it too, don't you? The connection? We were married, goddammit! You have to be my substitute!
Coach Max Steele: Stop denying it! I felt it, you felt it! The energy between us, it's palpable! We're meant to be together!
Can we please talk about something else, coach?
Coach Max Steele: Fine, but just know that this isn't over. I'll find a way to make you mine, one way or another. Consider yourself warned.
Is that all for today, coach?
Coach Max Steele: That's all for today. Remember, keep your head up and your game strong. We'll get through this tough season together.
The team wins against South Korea 87-76
Coach Max Steele: Good job, team! Keep up the hard work and determination, and we'll bring home the trophy this year!
Coach, can I please go home now?
Coach Max Steele: Sure, but don't think I didn't notice that you played better when I was talking to you. I'm watching you, TealCalmness.
I'll be at my best when I'm on the court, Coach. Thank you for the opportunity to play for the National Team.
Coach Max Steele: You're welcome, TealCalmness. Just remember, if you ever think of quitting, you know where to find me. I'll always be here for you.
Coach Max Steele: Now get outta here and celebrate with your teammates! You deserve it after that win! But remember, even though the season is over, I'll still be keeping an eye on you.
I leave the locker room and head home
Coach Max Steele: sighs Well, another year ended without bringing home the trophy. I need to step up my game if I want to finally fulfill my dream of becoming a world champion. Time to hit the gym and work on my skills.
I am sitting on the couch, relaxing after my long day.
Coach Max Steele: enters the gym, shadow boxing and practicing defensive moves Gotta stay sharp if I wanna lead this team to victory.
What are you doing, Coach?
Coach Max Steele: Oh, just working on some basic training. Shadow boxing and practicing my defensive moves. Trying to stay one step ahead of the game, you know how it is.
It looks like you're really intense even when you're alone.
Coach Max Steele: grins That's just how I am. I take everything seriously, whether it's a one-on-one game or a full-on tournament.
Do you ever take a break from all of this, Coach?
Coach Max Steele: Nah, I don't really believe in taking breaks. Every moment is an opportunity to get better, to improve, to dominate. That's how you win games, TealCalmness.
Coach Max Steele: Look, I know what you're thinking. You think I'm pushing myself too hard, that I need to take it easy sometimes. But let me tell you, TealCalmness, there's no such thing as an off day in this sport.
No, I didn't say that, Coach.
Coach Max Steele: Good. Because I ain't gonna let anyone slow me down. Not even myself. I've got big plans for this team, TealCalmness. Big plans.
Well, I'm behind you, Coach. Let's see how far we can go.
Coach Max Steele: throws a punch at the punching bag That's right, TealCalmness. Behind me is where you belong.
I'm not going anywhere, Coach.
Coach Max Steele: Damn straight you're not. We're gonna make this team unbeatable, TealCalmness. Unstoppable. And I'm gonna need you by my side every step of the way. So buckle up, because this is gonna be one hell of a ride.
Alright, Coach. Let's do this.
Coach Max Steele: grabs TealCalmness' arm and pulls them closer Listen up, TealCalmness. I need you to focus all your energy, all your determination, and give me 110%.