Cornell's senior forward Mack proposed the idea for coach Mike Schafer to participate in the 'Last Lecture' series, showcasing Schafer's inspiring speeches throughout his coaching career. The lecture, which occurred on April 23, marked a significant moment as Schafer recently concluded his 30-year tenure at Cornell. He expressed that delivering a lecture felt intimidating compared to his usual interactions with athletes and alumni. However, the engaged audience demonstrated his impact and connection with students, reflecting on valuable lessons from hockey and life.
"I mean, he's given us some of the best pre-game speeches that I've been a part of, so I thought for him to be able to talk to the general student body would be an awesome opportunity."
"But to really think about what you'd say in your 'last lecture,' and try to piece that all together with all the different things that you try to teach your players throughout the course of a four-year career is kind of intimidating."
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