Coach “A” was beloved by his athletes on and off the field. When speaking about Coach A’s impact on their lives, former players referred to him as “a pure person” who was “full of love,” a “great motivator…[and a] true man of faith.” Others noted “he was truly a man of God” and “the epitome of how we as Christians should live.” Coach “A” instilled his love of Jesus in countless athletes. As one player put it, “Football was a tool he used to teach boys to become men. He was my teacher, coach, mentor, and dear friend. His passion was his belief in the Lord Jesus Christ.” Undoubtedly, Coach “A” loved and lived the Word of God.