COACH GILLESPIE RECEIVES WARM WELCOME
Penny Gillespie, who coached volleyball for 16 years and taught Physical Education for 25, returned to Seymour for a visit. She also started the softball program and coached basketball for a number of years. The historical society organized her return and hosted a fun time at the museum. Coach Gillespie, lead the team to nine conference titles and four trips to the state tournament, including two runner-ups and one title, reminisced with former players, parents and friends for 2½ hours.
Gillespie commented that she thoroughly enjoyed chatting with all the former players, parents and friends who attended. She also heard from many people who were unable to attend. A special treat was when her rival coach and friend "Matty" Mathison, from Shawano, gave her a warm greeting. The historical society prepared a slide presentation with all her teams represented and presented her with pictures and a memory book signed by the 58 people who attended. It was a special afternoon for an outstanding teacher/coach who was a positive influence on many lives during her time in Seymour