Just saw on ONU's website that defensive co-ordinator Stacey Hairston has taken the def.back coaching position with Edmonton of the CFL. Although a tremendous loss for the Polar Bears, what a great opportunity for Coach Hairston. Stacey was a great coach and even better developer of people. He was the one constant at ONU over the years. Staffs changed, but Stacey was always there. If it hadn't been for Coach Hairston, ONU might not even have played the 2003 season. After the "Kaz" debacle, Stacey was willing to step in and assume the head coaching role and probably should have gotten a chance to assume those duties on a permanent basis.
There hasn't been a better DB coach than Coach Hairston, in the OAC, in recent years. All one needs to do is look at the number of his players who have been all OAC, All-American or have played professionally to realize what an outstanding football mind he is.
Best of luck to Coach Hairston, "Go Eskimos"!
There hasn't been a better DB coach than Coach Hairston, in the OAC, in recent years. All one needs to do is look at the number of his players who have been all OAC, All-American or have played professionally to realize what an outstanding football mind he is.
Best of luck to Coach Hairston, "Go Eskimos"!