LYFL recognizes 2018 volunteers and coaches

 

[October 27, 2018] 

LINCOLN 

In the middle of practice Thursday night Lincoln Youth Football Commissioner Wesley Fuchs called the players together. It was time to thank the many volunteers who make the program such a huge success.

Fuchs, a dad himself, reminded the youth that many adults gave up countless hours to coach, run concessions, help with equipment, and pitch in when/where needed. Fuchs emphasized to the players that the volunteers spent time away from their families to help them. His comments were met with a loud round of applause from the players.

A lot of work happens off the field in order for the program to be a success and each year awards are given in appreciation. This year there were three nominees for Volunteer of the Year: Tiffanie Glenn, Tara Morris and Annette Jones. Each candidate was a member of the Booster Club, newly formed this year. These ladies helped with concessions, spirit wear, and the home coming parade, as well as, helping anytime they were asked to do something. Team members cheered when the announcement was made that Annette Jones was chosen “Volunteer of the Year.”

Annette spent practices in the shed in case anyone needed anything and because of her time with them in addition to her family, several of the players called her “mom.”

There were, also, three nominees for “Coach of the Year:” Sean Ferguson, Sam White and Bill Gandolfi.

Ferguson was assistant director of the board. While his team allowed the opponents to score in just a couple of games, his is team was undefeated.

White was treasurer of the board. This was his first year of head coaching and he did his best to “keep the seniors under control.” Fuchs said, “Sam has done as much the last three years for this program as anyone.”

Gandolfi has been coaching for three years, was the 2017 “Volunteer of the Year” and hasn’t stopped. He was, also, recognized for being the one to paint the fields.

Fuchs announced that the 2018 Coach of the Year would be Sean Ferguson.

Teams were reminded that they will play the last games of the season this weekend. Therefore, they were encouraged to give one last hand for all the coaches, and with that headed back to practice.

Congratulations coaches, volunteers, and players for another great year of Lincoln Youth Football League. Your generous gift of time and efforts bring much value to young lives in our community!

[Lisa Ramlow]