By: July Range
For the next fall season Mrs. Buchanan, the Girl’s Tennis coach will be stepping away for maternity leave. As Buchanan steps down, Mr. Jenan will be taking over the role as the Girls Tennis Varsity coach.
Coach Buchanan says, “It is really hard for me to step away because I feel like I have built such strong relationships with the players and other coaches within the tennis programs.”
Though Buchanan will be taking a break from coaching, she still has high hopes for the season.
She says, “I feel like the team will be successful in their wins and still feel connected to the sport and the school.”
As Buchanan steps down, Mr. Jenan will be taking over the role as the Girls Tennis Varsity coach.
Buchanan says, “I can’t think of a better person to coach the girls. Coach Jenan has already been a consistent supporter for the team for the past three years, so everyone is already connected to him.”
Buchanan says that Coach Jenan is the ultimate team dad. She says, “He’s always prepared, always positive and always supportive. He is going to do a great job!”
Coach Jenan says he feels a sense of responsibility stepping into this role. He says, “The Lady Rangers Tennis program has a storied history of winning and developing amazing young tennis players.”
He adds, “It’s a privilege to step into a role that has seen so many great coaches.”
Coach Jenan says, “I’m most excited to have the opportunity to work with such a great group of athletes and the potential for growth and success.”
Mr. Jenan is also the lead pastor for Neighborhood church. He says that balancing his day job and coaching will be a challenge, but he’s ready to take on.
He says, “My plan right now is to rely on clear communication, task prioritization, and energy management.”
Coach Jenan says his goal for this team is to, “foster a team culture of fun, excellence, and a commitment to getting better every day.”
July Range
July Range is a first year Journalist. She´s also a senior here at Redwood High School. July is a sports writer and has been enjoying working on features to highlight the achomplishments of athletes.
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