\u201cThis is unbelievable. I\u2019m a bit overwhelmed at how amazing it is to be nominated as a Blue KC Coaches with Character honoree,\u201d said Clayton, who began coaching her sons through the Great American Basketball League four years ago. \u201cI value hard work, great effort, teamwork and a love for the game, along with good sportsmanship and a good attitude. These values can transfer over into any area and be valuable throughout life, even if they aren\u2019t playing a sport. I think these values not only translate into a good sport, but a good person as well, so I try to instill them in my players.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Selected from nominations submitted by fans, with one honoree announced each month throughout the 2017 MLB season, the \u201cBlue KC Coaches with Character\u201d program spotlights amateur coaches who, through their leadership on and off the field, are helping to grow youth sports in the Kansas City area, and making the community a better place to live, work and play. Each honoree will be interviewed on 810 WHB, receive a VIP gift package from Blue KC and CYITML, and will be invited to meet Royals General Manager and CYITML Founder Dayton Moore at an event in September at Kauffman Stadium. Additionally, Blue KC will make a $2,000 donation to CYITML in honor of each selected coach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cIt\u2019s a true privilege to recognize Amanda as a Blue KC Coaches with Character honoree,\u201d Moore said. \u201cHer efforts to instill positive character in her players is something that will leave a lasting impact on the Kansas City community, and we\u2019re proud of her commitment and her heart for her athletes.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Known for her ability to instill sportsmanship in her players, Clayton was nominated by fellow GABL coach John Moore. According to Moore, coaching against Clayton\u2019s teams is a positive experience for all involved due to their ability to work hard and treat opposing teams with respect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cAmanda does a tremendous job coaching both of her sons\u2019 GABL basketball teams,\u201d said John Moore. \u201cHer teams always compete hard, and she maintains a great positive attitude toward all of her players as well as everyone else around her. I have coached many games against her over the past several years and have tremendous respect for her and her teams and their sportsmanship. I know that comes from her outstanding leadership.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Throughout the season, Blue KC and CYITML will select four more area coaches to be recognized as Blue KC Coaches with Character. All honorees will be chosen based on nominations from the public, which will be accepted until early September.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThrough the Blue KC Coaches with Character program, we are able to recognize local coaches who are making a significant impact in Kansas City and inspiring others to do the same,\u201d said Christina Lively, Department Vice President of Marketing and Communications at Blue KC. \u201cWe\u2019re thrilled to honor Amanda this month. As the local health insurer, we are passionate about our community and enjoy giving positive recognition to those who feel the same.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Those who would like to nominate an amateur coach for the Blue KC Coaches with Character program are encouraged to visit CYouInTheMajorLeagues.org\/bluekc.<\/p>\n\n\n
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