St. Joseph, Mo. – MSHSAA staff has selected Pat Clark as the NFHS Coach of the Year for the sport of Boys Golf from the 2017-2018 school year.

“Coach Clark has been a tremendous representative of not only our golf program, but Bishop LeBlond High School overall. His commitment and passion in teaching and coaching our student-athletes creates an environment of excellence that kids want to succeed in. He has been blessed to have some outstanding golfers come through Bishop LeBlond and has been by their side the entire way helping them achieve their goals both in the classroom and on the course.” Michael Evans, Bishop LeBlond High School Athletic Director

Only one Coach (in each sports category) in the State of Missouri is presented this award. A number of criteria is considered in the selection of the NFHS Coach of the Year which includes but is not limited to: Belief in Educational Interscholastic Competition and Student Opportunities, Display of good character and integrity, Display of sportsmanship and being a good role model, Understanding of life lessons and experiences precede winning, Support of and desire to follow MSHSAA bylaws, board policies and NFHS Playing Rules, Display of courtesy and appreciation to the state association and other member schools, and Evidence of Success and administering a successful program

“Coach Clark has been a foundation of golf, not just at Bishop LeBlond, but in the St. Joseph and Northwest Missouri areas for over 35 years. He is a priceless asset to our school not only for what he does with the student athletes on the golf course, but also for his passion and talents for the arts that he bring to all the students in his classes. This is a well-deserved honor for Coach Clark” Jeff Sullivan, Bishop LeBlond High School Principal.

Pat Clark is entering his 37th year as the Boy’s Golf Coach and Art Teacher at Bishop LeBlond High School. Clark also coaches the Girl’s Golf Team.

— Bishop LeBlond Press Release —