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When I think of Ian, I think of the constant smile he had on his face. He was always so encouraging. He had the most infectious laugh. I’ll always miss him on the sidelines.

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Ian’s ability to connect with each and every person he met was a key part of the impact he had on the community. As I hear more and more stories about Ian, I continue to be impressed by the amazing person he was. He was constantly making those around him laugh, and was there for his players no matter what was going on in his own life. Ian will be missed by so many, but I will forever cherish the time I had with him. 💚💚

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No words can describe Ian and the joy he brought not only to soccer, but to life. He showed up to practice with a big smile on his face prepared to raise us into great players and people. The way he treated everyone was so surreal as he continuously spread happiness and wisdom like no one else could. He would never fail to make someone laugh after a bad game! Ian taught me and my family so many lessons that are truly unforgettable. Without him, I would not be playing soccer at the level I am now. He truly changed my life and so many other lives as well. My favorite memories of him are his gnat hat at tryouts, his sunflower seeds during games, him wearing cone hats made by the team, and his huge sock tan line!! We all miss you Ian, Stowe Strong 💚

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Before I knew Ian, I didn’t have much love for the game. I never wanted to actually do anything with soccer until he was my coach. He built my confidence like no one else could, he was the reason I began to grow and still is. Ian had a smile like no one else and made an impact on every person he met. He was a different type of coach, he always knew what to say and could turn every situation positive. I’ll never forget the feeling of how he could make me smile after hard loss or how cool it was he let our team play lightning after practice. Ian was a light for everyone around him, and to this day he’s still remembered for the one of a kind person he was. Forever Stowe Strong💚

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The “gnat hat”, this it’s self explains a lot!

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I had the pleasure of having Ian as a coach twice. He was the most selfless, genuine person. To know him was to love him, & I will forever be thankful to have met him & become so close.

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I remember when I was hurt and in a boot Ian would give me hand fulls of sunflower seeds. Me and him would just sit together and talk while we ate our sunflowers seeds and he made me feel so special! Miss you Ian! ❤️

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The first thing that comes to mind when I think of Ian is selflessness. Specifically, the story of when I decided to return to soccer after a break. Ian spent his drive back from an away game on the phone, helping me through the process. And at my first practice back, Ian walked me over to my team, so I wouldn’t have to do it alone. That’s selflessness. But that was also just Ian. Looking out for others always.

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Ian was so much more than a soccer coach. Any time I saw him he had a smile on his face and was willing to listen, making everyone around him feel appreciated. I will always cherish the impact he had on my life. Ian not only taught me to love soccer, but he also taught me to be a better person, and for that I’m forever grateful to have known him.

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Ian was the reason I came to practice everyday, he's the reason I'm proud to say I'm a Rapid. No matter what was going on in his life, he had a smile on his face and was constantly making everyone around him laugh. Even though I only had Ian as a coach for 2.5 years, the impact he had on my life is immeasurable. He changed my life both as a person and a player, and I will never forget the time we had together. I hope his legacy will continue for years to come. Rapids on 3!