Instead, he built his career in the classroom and on the court, shaping young people through discipline, teamwork, and grit. His leadership came from showing up every day, teaching history, and coaching sports with the same focus he once used as a college hurdler.
“I always told my players, ‘You don’t rise to the occasion. You rise to your level of preparation.’ That message sticks with people long after the season ends.”
Howard Pauchnik