An Amazing Friend and Coach ~ Edith and Stanley Kyeyune

Coach Paul was incredibly altruistic, generous and insightful.  He saw tremendous potential in each one of us and persuaded even compelled us to do better. He made us all believe that “Yes We Can”. He was congenial, easy to talk to and made everyone feel like a long lost relative.

Coach Paul surprised Edith and me when he appointed us patrons of Atlanta Cranes, the esteemed Uganda Soccer club in our Atlanta community. We did not know what our roles would be but that was a minor detail as far as he was concerned. We later realized that he had figured out a way to include us in this wonderful group although we could not play.  This is who Paul was, he was a visionary who did not want anybody to be left out. Whenever we went to the games, we felt like were integral part of the team.  And though we did not play, we participated in other activities, such as warmups, walks and typical “Ugandan” conversations with other people who were not playing.

I, Stanley, enjoyed thought-provoking conversations encompassing global matters with Coach Paul whenever we met.  

I, Edith, as a fellow runner was inspired to improve my running by the encouragement and practical guidance from Coach Paul.

 We will miss you Coach Paul.  May your soul rest in eternal peace.

Edith and Stanley Kyeyune

Atlanta, GA USA