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It is with a heavy heart that I received the news from Dr. Katie Ford that her father Jim passed away.Jim had an impressive resume going back to the 1960's. Throughout his life he was a Category 1 IPF Referee and a World Class coach. He coached his daughter Katy to National Titles and IPF World Championships. He was the Head of the USAPL Coaching Committee, Sub Jr/Jr World Team Coach and Open World Team Coach.
In many respects Jim reminded me of Tom Landry, a great coach known for his poise, grace under pressure and success. Jim brought a wealth of experience and knowledge to his teams. He led by example and brought out the best in his lifters and his friends. Parents of Sub Jr./Jr lifters were assured that their children were in the best of hands when sending them out of the country with Jim. The USAPL administration also had the utmost confidence in Jim, twice conferring the Coach of the Year award to him.
I was fortunate to have known Jim and to have been able to call him a friend. The sport and society has lost one of its best.
Rest in Peace Jim.
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Sincerely,
P.M. (Pete) Alaniz,
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