10/15/2024
I would like to begin by saying thank you to my “Skipper”, Coach Stoy for giving me the opportunity to serve and share the diamond.
I hope and pray we get to share the diamond again one day sooner than later. Until then, I’m determined to make a positive impact both on and off the field with the men I have been intrusted with as the head coach of . We all will do you proud Skip!
As a Division 1 team in the KJCCC, we’re fortunate to have players from across the country and internationally. Which speaks to the diversity and potential of this program and our college. Allen CC has a long proud tradition of serving the community and equipping student-athletes with the tools, resources, and support they need to excel in whatever path they pursue. It takes a village as we all know, and we have a pretty darn good one here at Allen CC.
Our facilities, housing, cafe, and student life are excellent. The front office, staff and teachers have all been very welcoming here in Iola, Kansas. The coaches of all the other sports have shown nothing but passion for what they do, which is refreshing and motivating as a coach.
It’s never easy being away from home, but this team of young men already have my heart. We have a saying that I stole from my good friend and head coach Dash O'Neill of GA Highlands… it is, “we go, you go,”. It’s a reminder that our individual success is tied to our collective buy-in, dicipline, attitude and effort daily. I’m excited to push this group to new heights this spring and make a lasting difference not only for these young men but for the community as a whole.
This journey requires sacrifice being away from home and my family, but it’s one I’m proud to take on, knowing the impact we can make together.
The young men I have been blessed to share the diamond with are leveling up daily. They are ready to seize each day and make their dreams come true.
To my guys, If you’re not dreaming your not living. Keep visualizing your daily success bRed Devil's Diamond ClubenAllen Community College Alumni and Endowmentlessed with the tools, talent and potential, but it’s not enough. It’s all about what’s between your ears and what’s in your heart. Failure, doubters, obstacles will never stop happening the rest of your life. Stand firm, slow heartbeat, and don’t let anyone ever dictate your future but you. Drown out the noise, and break-in for each other.
Definition of a True Team =
“When ordinary people come together to accomplish the extraordinary.” - Brian Doyle
Yours on the diamond,
Coach Doyle (KD)