The school board formally approved the naming of the athletic facility in honor of Coach Boal. We have received the official documentation confirming the timeline for the signage installation. I will provide a brief update once the dedication ceremony details are finalized.
April 15, 2021
Final supporters
One of our mentors and a long time contributor to La Canada schools, Randy Boal passed away recently. Coach Boal supported LCHS, the students and athletics for over 30 years - first as a coach, then teacher and coach, retiring in 2007 as Athletic Director. The Class of 1976, was the first graduating class with four years of Randy's influence. He remained in contact with many of us, encouraging and always wanting us to do our best - attending class reunions and getting together when we crossed towns or we'd return to La Canada. Randy would always talk about how proud he was of what he students accomplished, of La Canada High School, and the Spartan sports teams.
While he "retired" from LC HS in 2007, he never really left the school. It was not unusual to see him pacing the sidelines - setting things up and making sure the game went on - up until COVID (long after he left full time employment). He wanted to ensure that the kids knew their effort was recognized, that teamwork would help them be successful in the future; and to help bring the community together to support youth, sports and La Canada schools.
A few of us got together virtually, and discussed ways we could do something that would be a lasting memorial for Coach Boal, and a reminder to the community of his impact on the community and all of us. We have reached out to the School Board, and to high school staff - to gain their commitment to name one of the Spartan athletic facilities in his honor (e.g., football field, softball field, locker room, etc...).
The purpose of this petition to is collect and provide a list of people that would support naming a facility at LCHS in Coach Boat's name. The list would be shared with the LC USD Board - as a demonstration of the people that may have been touched by Coach Boal's mentorship, over his 35+ years of service to LCHS.
Updates
January 18, 2021
The administration has acknowledged the surge in interest regarding this tribute. I am meeting with school board representatives next week to present the formal proposal for the facility naming.
Reached 100 supporters
January 18, 2021
65 Comments
I coached with Randy on a Sophomore football team. He was a good man and loved the students, LCHS, the community and helping others. I support the idea of naming the softball field after this dedicated man.
Randy Boal should be remembered by naming the Women's Softball field after him. RIP Mr. Boal.
I'm not a LCHS alum, but Randy was a dear friend and my right-hand man as a key board member for the three years I served as president of the Pasadena Quarterbacks (2017-2019).
I played baseball for Randy Boals, before he was associated with LCHS. I give him credit for getting me into football. I played 2 years for the gladiators and 4 years at LCHS. He was definitely a great influence in my life. The LCHS community will miss his presence.
From the L C Gladiators foundation in 1968 to my graduation in 1976 Randy Boal played a special and valuable roll in my life. I'm grateful for his kind generosity of giving back to the community and help me grow into the person I have become.
RIP Coach. Thanks for everything!
Mr. Boal was such a good man.
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The school board formally approved the naming of the athletic facility in honor of Coach Boal. We have received the official documentation confirming the timeline for the signage installation. I will provide a brief update once the dedication ceremony details are finalized.
April 15, 2021
Final supporters
One of our mentors and a long time contributor to La Canada schools, Randy Boal passed away recently. Coach Boal supported LCHS, the students and athletics for over 30 years - first as a coach, then teacher and coach, retiring in 2007 as Athletic Director. The Class of 1976, was the first graduating class with four years of Randy's influence. He remained in contact with many of us, encouraging and always wanting us to do our best - attending class reunions and getting together when we crossed towns or we'd return to La Canada. Randy would always talk about how proud he was of what he students accomplished, of La Canada High School, and the Spartan sports teams.
While he "retired" from LC HS in 2007, he never really left the school. It was not unusual to see him pacing the sidelines - setting things up and making sure the game went on - up until COVID (long after he left full time employment). He wanted to ensure that the kids knew their effort was recognized, that teamwork would help them be successful in the future; and to help bring the community together to support youth, sports and La Canada schools.
A few of us got together virtually, and discussed ways we could do something that would be a lasting memorial for Coach Boal, and a reminder to the community of his impact on the community and all of us. We have reached out to the School Board, and to high school staff - to gain their commitment to name one of the Spartan athletic facilities in his honor (e.g., football field, softball field, locker room, etc...).
The purpose of this petition to is collect and provide a list of people that would support naming a facility at LCHS in Coach Boat's name. The list would be shared with the LC USD Board - as a demonstration of the people that may have been touched by Coach Boal's mentorship, over his 35+ years of service to LCHS.
Updates
January 18, 2021
The administration has acknowledged the surge in interest regarding this tribute. I am meeting with school board representatives next week to present the formal proposal for the facility naming.
Reached 100 supporters
January 18, 2021
65 Comments
Sadly had not come upon this email until today. Although I knew of his passing, had no idea about this signature list. Randy was such a great support to our class. When the Madrigals went on our CA tour he went as one of the chaperones. He laughed with us , listened to a lot of singing and was always there to share with . Thanks Randy RIP
I coached with Randy on a Sophomore football team. He was a good man and loved the students, LCHS, the community and helping others. I support the idea of naming the softball field after this dedicated man.
Randy Boal should be remembered by naming the Women's Softball field after him. RIP Mr. Boal.
I'm not a LCHS alum, but Randy was a dear friend and my right-hand man as a key board member for the three years I served as president of the Pasadena Quarterbacks (2017-2019).
I played baseball for Randy Boals, before he was associated with LCHS. I give him credit for getting me into football. I played 2 years for the gladiators and 4 years at LCHS. He was definitely a great influence in my life. The LCHS community will miss his presence.
From the L C Gladiators foundation in 1968 to my graduation in 1976 Randy Boal played a special and valuable roll in my life. I'm grateful for his kind generosity of giving back to the community and help me grow into the person I have become.
RIP Coach. Thanks for everything!
Mr. Boal was such a good man.
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Sadly had not come upon this email until today. Although I knew of his passing, had no idea about this signature list. Randy was such a great support to our class. When the Madrigals went on our CA tour he went as one of the chaperones. He laughed with us , listened to a lot of singing and was always there to share with . Thanks Randy RIP