We regret to inform you of the death of Greg Patrick, a former Valley high school and UA assistant football coach. Greg Patrick was a successful defensive coordinator at Valley Christian, Mountain Pointe, Chaparral, Horizon, and North. Continue reading to learn more about him.
Who is Greg Patrick?
Patrick was a passionate and dedicated coach who spent his time and energy on the football field, giving back to his kids. He worked for former UA head coach Kevin Sumlin for two seasons. He was employed as a defensive analyst during his first season and was briefly moved to defensive line coach when Sumlin sacked Iona Uiagalelei.
Greg’s two seasons at the University of Arizona were brief, but his impact in the classroom will be felt for years to come. His coaching passion extended beyond technique; he concentrated on preparing young players for their future by sharing his understanding of football strategy with them. He was also interested in their personal life.
How did Greg Patrick Die?
Greg Patrick, a former Valley high school and UA assistant football coach, died on Sunday. His dedication gained him a lot of respect from present and former players, who remember him warmly as a father figure who cared about their well-being off the field. At this moment, the cause of death has not been revealed. Greg Patrick leaves a beautiful legacy that will be carried by all he has touched over his career.
Legacy of Greg Patrick:
Greg Patrick leaves a tremendous legacy that will carry on through all those he impacted over his coaching career. Former students’ experiences corroborate this; they describe how he made an effort to get to know each player, regardless of their position or how brilliant they were as athletes. He thought everyone deserved respect, irrespective of talent or experience, making him popular among the teams he coached at all levels—from juvenile leagues to college athletics programmes at UA. Even as we grieve his passing today, it is evident that Coach Patrick’s legacy will live on through those he taught and inspired as a mentor and educator in Arizona football programmes during his lifetime.
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