Frank B.

MERRICK J WOODARD/Lawyer/former NCAA D-I athlete-Univ of Tulsa (Testimonial)

As a former athlete of Mr. Bacon, I found his approach to coaching to be highly personable and tailored to my specific needs as a young and developing athlete. Because of his dedication and attention to detail, I found myself fully prepared to compete in both a physical and mental capacity whenever the time to compete arrived. Not only did he serve as a track coach, but also as a mentor and guide to me as an adolescent youth. I witnessed his dedication to serving several students and athletes, both on and off of the track. There is no question that the experience gained from him as a leader and the confidence that he instilled in me on the track has contributed to my overall discipline, work ethic and confidence in the real world. . ... . . . .

DESIREE HARDEN-Graduate Student (Testimonial)

Mr. Bacon was a phenomenal track and field coach. He not only coached me on the events I was interested in but also encouraged me to explore the events in which he somehow knew I had a natural ability. He was always fair and encouraging, yet has the patience and skill to challenge stubborn young minds. He was and is a great coach to have in your corner.

ANITA HAYES BIRT/Counselor/Parent (Testimonial)

' Coach Bacon is great mentor with excellent knowledge base in athleticism, he provides current examples of professional athletes, assuring the budding athlete that mastery is possible regardless of economic background, ethnicity, and those factors that take so many potential athletes out of the game, mentally. Basically, he encourages trainees to never give up!'

KELSEY STEINKAMP (Testimonial)

Thinking back on the years I did Track and Field, Coach Bacon is still one of the first people that comes to mind. He is very supportive, encouraging, relaxed, and serious about the sport and performance of each athlete. His practices and drills had purpose and reason: making you and the team stronger, faster, and better athletes. I was not one of the best athletes on the team, but Coach Bacon still constently encouraged and reinforced that he believed in me. He tries to instill in his athletes that you have to believe in yourself on and off the track in order to keep getting better. He is the type of coach that makes you want to go to and give 100% at practice.

Damian Johnson-Grandson of Sue Lemley (Testimonial)

Someone that is truly an inspiration to anyone he speaks to. Ask anyone who knows him and they will say he simply is the best every time. I am the person i am today partly because of this man. Couldnt ask for a better coach and role model.

SUE LEMLEY-PARENT (Testimonial)

Awesome coach and mentor to our grandson. Hes the best.

ANNE FONTENOT-FRANKS/Parent (Testimonial)

I can definitely give a personal testimonial. Coach Bacon worked with my daughter, Danielle who ended up in just about every event including the javelin, long jump, discus, shot put and my son in relays and long distance. But he was not only a really great coach but a mentor and a friend. He took Danielle's abilities to the Junior Olympics in New Orleans, La!!!! Could not ask for any more from a coach. In fact - I think I want to ask him to work with 1 of my grandkids!!!

KEISHA MALONE (Testimonial)

As my track coach, Frank Bacon instilled in me to believe through hard work, dedication and a willingness to succeed, I could do anything. At that time, the pressures of being liked and accepted were daily struggles for me and caused my self-confidence to nosedive. Mr. Bacon worked with me in a structured and consistent manner that allowed me to prepare, set and meet personal as well as team goals. His support and encouragement during those years have had a massive impact on the woman I am today. I couldn't have been in a better place at a better time to have come under his training and guidance. I am eternally grateful to him.