A positive connotation for glare would be look because you would rather have someone look at you then to stare.
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He wants to tell the audience that he did not achieve all of his goals. He wants to let the audience know that mastering the basics is key to achieving goals. He wants to explain how to be a good football coach to people who are interested in football.