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Lacey to coach in Shrine game

For the past two seasons, Whitehall High School head football coach Dan Lacey has set a high bar for the program with 20 victories, including a run to the state semifinals in 2016.

He was recently recognized by his peers for the tremendous accomplishments achieved by the Trojans during his four seasons as head coach. Lacey was named to coach in the 2018 Montana East West Shrine Game in Great Falls. Lacey will join seniors Wyatt Alexander and Dawson Hoerauf -- who were selected to participate in the game. Senior Braden Smith was also selected as an alternate.

"My first reaction when I got the phone call about being selected, as a coach for the Shrine Game was what an incredible honor and for such a great cause," Lacey said. "The other thought that crossed my mind was I get to coach my guys in two more games this summer and that is something to take in and enjoy. This is a game I have always wanted to coach in because it's the best players and coaches in the state. I can learn so much from others coaches and players on how practice plans are made and what a week of preparation looks like. That is what I absolutely love about football is the preparation."

Lacey was selected to coach by the West Team Coordinator Jeff Hartwick, and believes it shows the respect the Whitehall program is earning.

"It shows how much work and dedication is on our program and that hard work pays off. I really believe that if you put in the time good things happen and this is a good thing. I look forward to our players and myself representing Whitehall High School and the community this summer in a football game that is much more than just a football game. The relationships gained and the money raised for the Shriners Hospital will be very rewarding and memorable," he said.

 

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