A dedicated Excelsior Springs School District (ESSD) coach has been recognized by the community for his outstanding contributions to the development of studentathletes.Excelsior Springs Middle School (ESMS) Athletic Director Richie Marsh has been honored with first place in the Town and Country Leader’s prestigious 2024 Community Excellence Awards in the Best Coach category. This recognition highlights his exceptional commitment to fostering a positive athletic environment and developing the skills and character of his student-athletes.“ESMS is fortunate to have many outstanding educators, but one individual who truly stands out is our beloved physical education (PE) teacher and athletic director, Richie Marsh,” said ESMS Principal Dr.“Mr. Marsh has proven time and time again that he is not just an instructor but a mentor, motivator and champion for our students’ success.”The local community comes together each year to recogni...