'To be recognized for doing things the right way, through a really tough time. I could not be more proud.'
The NFL announced Thursday the high school football coaches nominated by 32 NFL teams for the Don Shula NFL High School Coach of the Year Award, representing the best in coaching at the high school level.In the eight months since the mass shooting that took 21 lives at Robb Elementary in Uvalde, Texas, the community found resilience and hope at the Honey Bowl Stadium, home of the Uvalde Coyotes. Miller said sports, especially football, have been a catalyst for healing in Uvalde.
In a symbolic first season opener, the team won on the road, 21 to 13. Players and coaches told ABC News after the game scoring 21 points was a reminder of the 21 victims of the Robb tragedy that would be with them this season. The team -- with Miller's guidance -- also chose an exemplary student and player to don the "21" jersey and serve as captain during the season -- Justyn Rendon -- a tradition he intends to continue.
In this Sept. 2, 2022, file photo, the Uvalde Coyotes celebrate after winning their season home opener 34-28 against the C.C. Winn Mavericks at the Honey Bowl Stadium in Uvalde, Texas.Each NFL team recognizes one coach in its area with the Houston Texans nominating Miller. The Texans have invested in the Uvalde Coyote football team this season, including attending a pregame dinner, donating new uniforms and equipment and hosting the entire team for their season home opener in September 2022.
"High school football coaches serve as leaders and role models dedicated to shaping the lives of young high school players both on and off the field and this group represents the very best from across the country every year," said Roman Oben, vice president of football development.ABC News
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