Glenn Kishi

Glenn believes sport allows one to learn about respect, relationships, determination, commitment, leadership, perseverance, trust, organization, discipline, humility, overcoming obstacles, courage and integrity — all in the same place.

Richmond Roots Glenn has lived in Richmond for over 60 years: He attended Austin Harris, Lord Byng, Hugh Boyd and Steveston High. Glenn taught in Richmond from 1988 until his retirement in 2013. He coached both community and high school football and basketball with boys and girls at the junior and senior levels.

Did You Know Glenn has always believed athletics is a great vehicle to teach kids life lessons through sport.

Barriers Overcome Glenn started his coaching career sooner than expected due to a serious neck injury in 1975, while playing football at UBC. He started coaching back at his alma mater, Steveston High.

Recognition Glenn has received various awards during his coaching career including the Bill Goodman Memorial Coaching Award, Richmond Sports Award - Coach and the Richmond Secondary Schools Athletic Association: 20 Years Service Award.

Championship Glenn's teams won four football and one boy's basketball provincial championships. He coached four league championships, including a girl's basketball team and has also coached five teams in various league and provincial championships.

Contribution to Richmond Sport Glenn's players have gone on to play football at university or professional careers. More importantly, many of his players have become successful coaches and mentors for the next generation of athletes.