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Coach Keith LeClair

(Feb. 28, 1966 - July 17, 2006)

This page is dedicated to the memory of Coach LeClair who will always be our Skipper.

As a graduate of ECU, I know what Coach LeClair has done to put our baseball program on the national map.  His career statistics are impressive to say the least but even more impressive is the way that he lead off the baseball diamond. LeClair did not stop coaching when he was diagnosed with ALS. I have heard many wonderful stories of how he has had such a positive impact on the lives of his players and countless others. Coach LeClair’s story is inspiring to say the least and I commend him and his wife Lynn for displaying amazing courage in the face of this terrible disease.

For those of you who are new to ALS, please allow me to give you a quick orientation. ALS is short for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, although many recognize it by another name "Lou Gehrig's disease". The disease causes progressive paralysis as the nerves that control muscle movement whither and die. While there is presently no cure for ALS we have many reasons to be hopeful. The ALS Association is recognized as the preeminent organization in the pursuit to conquer ALS.  We are spending more money than ever before to uncover new treatments and the eventual cure. Our mission is very simple: To find a cure for and improve living with ALS.  We are gaining momentum and there is hope but we are not there yet. We must push forward to win this fight and we need your help to do it!

In conclusion, I would like to let you know that there are many ways to become involved with our cause.  You can volunteer, join one of our many Walks in a city near you, play in one of our Golf Tournaments or simply make a donation.  Please take a few minutes to learn more by exploring our website.

Together for a Cure,

Jerry Dawson, ECU '95
President
The ALS Association - Jim "Catfish" Hunter Chapter

 

Headlines

July 22, 2006	Community says farewell
July 22, 2006	Players, coaches honor LeClair
July 21, 2006	The Toughest Man I Know by Coach Jack Leggett (Clemson)
July 21, 2006	LeClair legacy puts faith into focus
July 21, 2006	LeClair inspired others to follow in his footsteps
July 20, 2006	Support continues for LeClair family
July 20, 2006	Keith LeClair's "Celebration Of Life" Set For Friday At 6:00 p.m.
July 20, 2006	Tracy struggling with mentor's death
July 19, 2006	Few individuals like LeClair have ever been associated with ECU
July 19, 2006	Even in death, Keith LeClair's legacy will live on
July 18, 2006	Another Great Tribute
July 18, 2006	WNCT LeClair Story & Tribute
July 18, 2006	LeClair nurtured Pirates
July 17, 2006	Keith LeClair Tribute
July 17, 2006	Keith LeClair, Former ECU Baseball Coach, Dies After Extended Illness
July 17, 2006	Keith LeClair succumbs to ALS
July 17, 2006	Former WCU player, coach LeClair leaves winning legacy
Apr 10, 2006	WCU to Retire the Keith LeClair's #23; Host 5th-Ranked Clemson Tuesday
Apr 6, 2006	Leggett, Tigers Will Witness Special Moment
Mar 24, 2006	WCU Baseball to Retire the Jersey of Catamount Hall of Fame Player and Coach Keith LeClair
Feb 28, 2006	Not enough is being done for ALS, Coach LeClair
Feb 28, 2006	Keith LeClair Classic a winner
Feb 25, 2006	LeClair stays in touch
Feb 24, 2006	ECU Baseball Hosts Third Annual Keith LeClair Classic
Feb 23, 2006	LeClair rewrote standard at ECU LeClair Classic
Feb 23, 2006	Pirates hosting Keith LeClair Classic
Feb 22, 2006	Fleet with a mission setting sail for LeClair Classic
Coach's Column	Coach LeClair's Bonesville Archives