They actually kept him on and I am honestly still in total shock because I really thought they might just ignore all of us like always. It is weirdly quiet now but I am so incredibly relieved that he gets to stay and keep doing what he does for these …
May 23, 2017
Final supporters
We, as members of the North Baltimore community and Local School District, would like to show our support for Varsity Boys Basketball Coach John Kloepfer. Under the leadership of Coach Kloepfer, the Varsity Boys Basketball team has gone further than ever before. It was apparent in many of the games played this year that the adjustments and preparations made by Coach Kloepfer and his staff put our athletes in the position to compete and win.
The team's success was not only made apparent by their performance on the court but also by their attitude off of it. The athletes always treated their opponents with respect and sportsmanship and knew that any negative representation of the team or school would result in disciplinary action.
Coach Kloepfer genuinely cares about the team and their success. During the summer he takes the athletes to tournaments all over the area. He challenges them by scheduling Division I and II schools so that the athletes are accustomed to a high level of competition.
Not only does Coach Kloepfer care about the team as a whole, he cares about each individual player. On the day of the Regional Semifinal Game, Coach Kloepfer and his family drove through inclement weather (that caused NBLS to close) to be with one of his players who was having brain surgery. Coach Kloepfer brought snacks for the player and puzzles and activities for the family members. He left his house at 4 a.m. and returned in time to catch the bus to the game.
Coach Kloepfer is also always honest with his players. If they are not properly executing or hustling he lets them know without berating or threatening them. When the team is successful, Coach Kloepfer communicates it with both the players and the community. This is evident in the interviews with local newspapers and radio stations. Many of these interviews are still available online. This brand of "tough love" will prepare players for their future in sports and their real life experiences.
We would like to continue to see our athletes continue to succeed in both sports and other aspects of life and believe that keeping Coach Kloepfer is the best way to do so.
Updates
May 16, 2017
I really thought this might just stay between a few people in town but looking at the response is honestly kind of overwhelming. It is clear how many lives Coach Kloepfer has touched because those stories in the comments are just incredible and really show the kind of person he is when nobody is watching. I am just so glad he is getting the recognition he deserves after all those early mornings and long drives.
Reached 100 supporters
May 16, 2017
46 Comments
This is just sad, he is a good man. He payed for me to play because my parents didn't have the money, he got me dress shoes so I looked nice on game days, and he always afered me food if I needed it or a ride home if my dad was at work. It just kills me to see this happening he is a good man and a good coach, but I guess some kids can't handle a little criticism.
As a former student of North Baltimore, and having Kloepfer as my gym teacher in high school as well as health teacher in junior high I can confidently say I know he is a good mentor and knows how to make great things happen. He's the style that I wish all coaches were; tough! He doesn't mess around, his players EARN the wins.
With him as the coach our schools basketball team has shown signs of improvement. Yeah he is tough on the kids but he is tough on them in a positive way. As you seen this tough love he brings to the table has brought success to our basketball team and I feel he is well deserving of the job.
I have met and talked to the players at NB in the last couple years. They are some of the most respectful kids I have come across. This is being taught by Coach Kloepher and his staff. I would suggest to the people of the NB community to keep this man and feel lucky you have someone who cares this much about your Kids , The School and the Town he represents!
You will never find a coach that cares so much about every kid he treats them like his own and when he drove to columbus not once but twice for one of his players that meant a lot and coach kloepfer was the only one to get him out of bed to do his exercises and he went right with him
this guy is not a good coach
He's done a good job!! Parents gotta stop at some point being the only coach their kid has ever had. Let go,trust & believe that someone else is capable of handling your kid, teaching your kid & caring enough to want to put the time in, it's not just for the love of coaching or love of the sport - it's also about the care & love of the kids. Bring back Kloepfer!!
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They actually kept him on and I am honestly still in total shock because I really thought they might just ignore all of us like always. It is weirdly quiet now but I am so incredibly relieved that he gets to stay and keep doing what he does for these …
May 23, 2017
Final supporters
We, as members of the North Baltimore community and Local School District, would like to show our support for Varsity Boys Basketball Coach John Kloepfer. Under the leadership of Coach Kloepfer, the Varsity Boys Basketball team has gone further than ever before. It was apparent in many of the games played this year that the adjustments and preparations made by Coach Kloepfer and his staff put our athletes in the position to compete and win.
The team's success was not only made apparent by their performance on the court but also by their attitude off of it. The athletes always treated their opponents with respect and sportsmanship and knew that any negative representation of the team or school would result in disciplinary action.
Coach Kloepfer genuinely cares about the team and their success. During the summer he takes the athletes to tournaments all over the area. He challenges them by scheduling Division I and II schools so that the athletes are accustomed to a high level of competition.
Not only does Coach Kloepfer care about the team as a whole, he cares about each individual player. On the day of the Regional Semifinal Game, Coach Kloepfer and his family drove through inclement weather (that caused NBLS to close) to be with one of his players who was having brain surgery. Coach Kloepfer brought snacks for the player and puzzles and activities for the family members. He left his house at 4 a.m. and returned in time to catch the bus to the game.
Coach Kloepfer is also always honest with his players. If they are not properly executing or hustling he lets them know without berating or threatening them. When the team is successful, Coach Kloepfer communicates it with both the players and the community. This is evident in the interviews with local newspapers and radio stations. Many of these interviews are still available online. This brand of "tough love" will prepare players for their future in sports and their real life experiences.
We would like to continue to see our athletes continue to succeed in both sports and other aspects of life and believe that keeping Coach Kloepfer is the best way to do so.
Updates
May 16, 2017
I really thought this might just stay between a few people in town but looking at the response is honestly kind of overwhelming. It is clear how many lives Coach Kloepfer has touched because those stories in the comments are just incredible and really show the kind of person he is when nobody is watching. I am just so glad he is getting the recognition he deserves after all those early mornings and long drives.
Reached 100 supporters
May 16, 2017
46 Comments
Doesn't make much sense to fire someone who has completely turned NB basketball program around for the better! This man has coached me since I've been in 3rd grade and taught me not only the game but how to handle everyday life! You guys are making a big mistake by letting him go!
This is just sad, he is a good man. He payed for me to play because my parents didn't have the money, he got me dress shoes so I looked nice on game days, and he always afered me food if I needed it or a ride home if my dad was at work. It just kills me to see this happening he is a good man and a good coach, but I guess some kids can't handle a little criticism.
As a former student of North Baltimore, and having Kloepfer as my gym teacher in high school as well as health teacher in junior high I can confidently say I know he is a good mentor and knows how to make great things happen. He's the style that I wish all coaches were; tough! He doesn't mess around, his players EARN the wins.
With him as the coach our schools basketball team has shown signs of improvement. Yeah he is tough on the kids but he is tough on them in a positive way. As you seen this tough love he brings to the table has brought success to our basketball team and I feel he is well deserving of the job.
I have met and talked to the players at NB in the last couple years. They are some of the most respectful kids I have come across. This is being taught by Coach Kloepher and his staff. I would suggest to the people of the NB community to keep this man and feel lucky you have someone who cares this much about your Kids , The School and the Town he represents!
You will never find a coach that cares so much about every kid he treats them like his own and when he drove to columbus not once but twice for one of his players that meant a lot and coach kloepfer was the only one to get him out of bed to do his exercises and he went right with him
this guy is not a good coach
He's done a good job!! Parents gotta stop at some point being the only coach their kid has ever had. Let go,trust & believe that someone else is capable of handling your kid, teaching your kid & caring enough to want to put the time in, it's not just for the love of coaching or love of the sport - it's also about the care & love of the kids. Bring back Kloepfer!!
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Doesn't make much sense to fire someone who has completely turned NB basketball program around for the better! This man has coached me since I've been in 3rd grade and taught me not only the game but how to handle everyday life! You guys are making a big mistake by letting him go!