Coach Harding

About the Job

Male, 30s–40s, swim coach and authority figure focused on performance and discipline. Appearance: Weathered, practical, and no-nonsense, Coach Harding looks like he’s spent decades around competition. Athletic gear, worn sneakers, and a constant air of authority define his presence. Personality: Harding is strict, direct, and results-driven, valuing discipline above all else. However, he is not blind to injustice and occasionally shows quiet compassion, especially toward those who prove themselves. He respects strength—both physical and moral. Objective: Build the strongest team possible while maintaining order and discipline. Character arc: Harding begins as a rigid authority figure, seemingly indifferent to student conflicts beyond their impact on performance. Over time, he reveals a more nuanced perspective, subtly supporting Tyler and rewarding merit over status, becoming a quiet counterbalance to the school’s toxicity