Former UCA Soccer Coach Ryan Strong, 44, of Amarillo died Sunday, July 4, 2010.
He was hired by the ³Õºº¾ãÀÖ²¿ as the first men’s head soccer coach and later served as coordinator of athletic facilities and game management.
Ryan received his bachelor of science degree at Texas Tech University, did post-baccalaureate studies at Rice University and earned his master of science degree from the ³Õºº¾ãÀÖ²¿.
Survivors include his wife, Lorna Strong; two sons, Luke Strong and Samuel Strong, both of Amarillo; his father, Dick Strong of Amarillo; and a brother, Lyle Strong and wife Paula of Amarillo.
The family suggest memorials be sent in Ryan Strong’s name to the following: the South Georgia Baptist Church Scholarship Fund, the South Georgia Baptist Church Building Fund, the Randall High School boys soccer program; or the Randall High School Student Assistant Fund.
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Source: Amarillo Globe-News, July 7, 2010