With heavy hearts we announce that Coach Josh Dirks passed away yesterday. The 2007 version of the Eagles was led by a strong senior class, including John Chmiel, and quarterback Jake Catloth. But on the field (he) was just an animal and he was fun to watch play.. According to the districts website, Dirks was also an English teacher in Olathe Norths alternative HOPE and Stride programs. Under these Friday Night Lights part of their flock was missing. THIS TEAM IS A FATHER IN THE STANDS ROOTING FORIS H DAUGHRTE ON THE BASKETBALL COURT IN ITS JUST THE MEMORY TTHA I HAVE. McCall became the head coach in 2003, when Weir took the football head coaching position at Richland High School in Texas. He made sure that these guys knew that if they wanted to get to the next level that he was going to help them, Dirks said. The school is one of five high schools in the Olathe USD 233 school district. By accepting our use of cookies, your data will be aggregated with all other user data. OLATHE, Kan. A coach at Olathe North High School has died after struggling with his health. THATS WHAT HIS STUDENTS WILL MISS THE MOST. Josh Dirks died Thursday, according to the school district. He is currently the head freshman football coach for Olathe North. Family, friends mourn former Washburn, current Olathe North football assistant, Woman wanted on multiple warrants arrested after found allegedly trespassing, Four behind bars after meth, marijuana found in separate traffic stops, Investigation launched after human remains found in Kansas field, 3 KCPD officers shot; standoff continues into Wednesday morning, Police respond to report of shooting late Tuesday in southeast Topeka, KPZ Sub-State (B): Haysville 51, Washburn Rural 60, KPZ Sub-State (G): Schlagle 11, Seaman 73. HE LOVED PEOPLEND AO S WE WILL LOVE PEOPLE HE SERVED JESUS SO WE WILL SERVE JESUS HE GAVE OF HIMSELF LIKE NOBODY ELSE SO WE WILL GIVE OF OURSELVES. "He took care of them every day.". KANSAS CITY, Mo. He was a Christian, who was a role model that his kids could live up to. Now the Eagles are led by their new head coach, Chris McCartney, who has been an Eagle for nearly twenty years. [6], The Eagles compete in the Sunflower League and are classified as a 6A school, the largest classification in Kansas according to the Kansas State High School Activities Association. News / Nov 5, 2021 / 06:16 PM CDT. Coach Porter is a native of St. Louis, MO, where he played football, basketball, and ran track at Hazelwood East. Coach Josh Dirks will be greatly missed, the announcer told the stadium. Teacher/Head baseball/asst football coach Olathe North High School Olathe School District Jun 2018 - May 2021 3 years. His widow, Tiffany Dirks, and four children,Ella, Belle,Beauand Ivy Jo, were honored at the playoff game with a moment of silence. A GoFundMe page said Dirks went to a hospital on Sept. 24 for a cough. [citation needed], Olathe North hosts five different 21st century academies. Players found out Friday morning ahead of their regional playoff game against Olathe Northwest. He is bilingual with Spanish being his first language. After College he returned home to coach and teach at Olathe North in 2007-2009. Coach Morgan was born and raised in Wichita, KS. Coach Galindo grew upon Dodge City KS. Olathe North's stats have been entered for the 13-2 win vs. Gardner-Edgerton on 9/30/2022 7:00 PM. The Olathe North football program announced the death of assistant football coach Josh Dirks. OUR WEBSITE WILL BE UPDATED FOR THE 2024 SEASON BY AUGUST 2023, College Playing Experience: Emporia State This season will be Coach McCartney's 27th as a football coach at Olathe North. The team won 4th place in the Large Varsity Jazz Division for their routine to "Bingo Bango". HIS FAMILY SAYS A MONTH LATER. His widow said being a dad was his greatest accomplishment in life and took pride in all of his children. Final. He got into coaching because of his wife, watching her coach volleyball, basketball and track. "Josh lived every day to serve Jesus and to love his family," Tiffany said. "Its like you losing a parent, because of that tough love that you probably won't get at home when you're on that field," said Mick Davis Jr., whose son was coached by Josh. He was a friend to people who didnt have friends, so we will be friends. OH MRS. Josh Dirks, 39, was hospitalized for more than 40 days with pneumonia. Washburn travels there for their Saturday game. CALL. He showed his kids a love of Jesus every day of their life, Tiffany Dirks said. KC Police Board remembers fallen KCPD officer, K9, KC needs volunteers for Big 12 Championships, events, Kansas City weather: Why your car may be dusty today, Tribute shirts available for fallen KCPD officer,, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. He coached at the Varsity level for six years prior to joining the Eagles staff. He went on to attend and play football at Coffeyville Community College and Baker University where he earned a Bachelors Degree in Physical Education. Coach Chris Burnett, known to most as "Coach Cheese," coached the running backs. wmccartneyon@olatheschools.org. He was admitted to the intensive care unit and was put on a ventilator Sept. 29. ILL MISS HIS HUGS. And by midnight, his oxygen levels were dropping because he had pneumonia.". Josh Dirks, left, was an assistant football coach at Olathe North High School. College Playing Experience: Trinity, North Dakota, Coach Marshall began playing football when he was 9 years old. It's a crushing loss to those whose lives he's impacted. A 1988 graduate of Olathe North High School who played under Gene Weir where he garnered several awards including TOP 11. 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Over 2 million geese make pit stop in Missouri, photos show, Hawley accuses Biden nominee of lying under oath about her political social media posts, Missouri ACLU, librarians sue over law that led to schools banning hundreds of books, Kansas City school district names Jennifer Collier as its next superintendent, The light in the room: Lees Summit community mourns teacher, coach killed in crash, Kansas City school slated to close as charter revoked for poor academic performance, Man charged after allegedly peeking into Johnson County Community College bathrooms, Class canceled for Chiefs parade. He was admitted to the intensive care unit and was put on a ventilator Sept. 29. The school moved to its current location in 1958 and changed its name to Olathe North High School in 1981. Coach Morgan was born and raised in Wichita, KS. Heres everything you need to know about The Grinch sequel, plus the best books your kid can check out now. Coach Mack came back home to the Eagles coaching staff last season. Give Light and the People Will Find Their Own Way. . Where does your school play their home games? Coach Pride graduated from K-State where he studied education. [citation needed]. (stadium/gym names): Associations. Gene Wier, the legendary Olathe North football coach who guided the program to six Kansas state titles, is leaving the school to take an off-field position in the KU football program, a. In 2017, he graduated from KU with a degree in Biology. Do you tuck your tail in between your legs, and crawl in a ball and not come at all? In 1996, the Eaglettes received 1st place at the American Dance/Drill Team National Championships, under the direction of Dalene Moomau. Email: With heavy hearts we announce that Coach Josh Dirks passed away yesterday. FOOTBALL FOOTBALL . He made a difference.. Olathe South High School football head coach Craig Lewis announced his retirement after 34 years coaching and five years at the high school on Friday. November 27, 2010, Olathe North played Wichita Heights at State losing. Finished school at Emporia State University. The school has also performed the musicals Oklahoma! He just wanted to be like me.. Eventually, doctors put Josh on a ventilator after six weeks, his battle came to an end Thursday. Together they have 2 young adults (Vivian, Sean II) who also graduated from ON and are currently working on there degrees at K-State, and KU. For approximately two years I served as the Coordinator of Virtual Learning in both official and unofficial roles. [citation needed], The most recent addition includes a second floor added in order to make room for the admittance of freshmen to the school in the 201011 school year. He went on to play football at Southwest Missouri State University (Missouri State University) where he played both fullback and Linebacker. He was a nice guy, very friend, laid back, Tiffany Dirks, 41, said in a phone interview. Head Coach / Offensive Coordinator. The funds will go toward medical bills and getting the Dirks family through this difficult time. This is the disclaimer text. He is brave. Olathe North High School . var encodedEmail = swrot13('yyhggrarttreba@byngurfpubbyf.bet'); $('span#sw-emailmask-46524').replaceWith(''); They offer classes such as Life Sciences, Geosciences, Animal Health, Culinary Arts, Engineering, Video Game Design/Animation, Distinguished Scholars and Sports Medicine. KANSAS CITY, Mo. He was fortunate to be hired on Olathe North's football staff when Coach Gene Weir gave him an opportunity in 1996. Eagles by nature fly alone, but Olathe North flew together. He has. In 2020 I . He never gave up on people, so we wont give up either. COACH JOSH DIERKS DIED YESTERDAY AFTER ABOUT WITH COVID. He was an outstanding Coach, a Family man that will be missed greatly. CRAIG GERFEN - HEAD VARSITY COACH. Shed often ask him, Josh arent you going to get in trouble?. He also is a Deacon at Second Baptist Church of Olathe. Olathe North has won eight Kansas 6A State Championships (1996, 1997, 1998, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003 and 2009) in football under the coaching of Gene Weir, John McCall and Pete Flood. Copyright 2021 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. Students accepted into these programs transfer to North as full-time students there. Olathe 0. The 2008-2009 Eaglettes are under the direction of Sara Heptig, with assistance by Lisa Claudel and Jessica Brown. The Olathe North football coaching staff met with the football team this morning to share the news with students and let them know that counselors are available for any student or staff in need of additional support, the Olathe School District said in a statement. Coach Pride graduated from Manhattan High School where he played football and baseball. According to the district's website, Dirks was also an English teacher in. When I talked to him this morning he said it hurts, but then when I talked to him, yeah it hurts, but what are you going to do about it? Mack was apart of the 2002 Holiday Bowl team vs Arizona State, 2003 Big 12 Championship team vs Oklahoma and BCS Tostitos Fiesta Bowl team vs Ohio State, and 2006 Texas Bowl team vs Rutgers. Coach is married and has two sons. Josh Dirks was currently an assistant football coach at Olathe North High School. An assistant football coach for Olathe North High School has died.Offensive line coach Josh Dirks died Thursday. He is on life support and his organs will be donated. Football. He currently teaches Physical Education at Olathe North. The Panthers total was bolstered by one state champion and three runner-up finishes among their 13 person state team. Olathe North High School Athletics is an integral part of daily school life for many students. IM HALEY. Lets goooo!. Watch this highlight video of the Olathe North (Olathe, KS) football team in its game Recap: Olathe North vs. Lawrence Free State 2022 on Oct 21, 2022. He made sure the administrators knew it, the parents knew it and the team knew it, Tiffany said. Prior to Olathe North I have taught at Piper High School, and Turner High School both in KCK. KANSAS CITY, Mo. Apr 2021 - Apr 20221 year 1 month. This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. SWA HE MADE A DIFFERENCE COACH JOSH DIRKS PASSED THURSDAY AFTER MORE THAN A MONTH IN THE HOSPITAL ON A VENTILATOR. Josh walked down the aisle to "Welcome to the Jungle" by Guns and Roses. Players found out Friday morning ahead of their regional playoff game against Olathe Northwest. The 2002 graduate was apart of 2 state championship teams (2000, 2001), all-conference, all-metro, and all-state honors at the running back and defensive back positions. Coaching was one of Josh Dirks passions. [7] Despite the success, Olathe North football has endured four coaching changes in the last six years. Memorial and funeral plans have not been publically released. Athletic teams compete in the 6A division and are known as the "Eagles". Offensive line coach Josh Dirks died Thursday. Tiffany Dirks was a trainer for Pittburg States football team when she met Josh Dirks, a lineman who towered over people. Dirks played football at Pittsburg State University. Stories of the beloved husband, father of four and coach have circled the. After serving as an assistant coach under 5 head coaches in his first 19 years at North, Coach McCartney took the next step and became the head coach. FAVORITE MOREMY. HE WAS A BIG BURLY GUY AND HE LOVED HIS KIDS. . Once an Eagle always an Eagle, parent, alumni, and friend of Dirks, Mick Davis Jr. said. He played football collegiately at Missouri University of Science & Technology (Rolla), where he was a 4-time . HARRONIS LAURAS OFF. Watch this highlight video of the Olathe North (Olathe, KS) football team in its game Recap: Olathe North vs. MIll Valley 2022 on Oct 14, 2022. KC Police Board remembers fallen KCPD officer, K9, KC needs volunteers for Big 12 Championships, events, Kansas City weather: Why your car may be dusty today, Tribute shirts available for fallen KCPD officer,, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. A pair of black tights are a necessity, rather than just an accessory, to stay stylish and comfortable when temperatures drop. But he claims it was not. Olathe North running back James Franklin surpassed former Eagles great Darren Sproles on the school's season and career rushing charts in 2009 and was named the winner of the Simone Award, which is handed out annually to the Kansas City metro area's top football player. Olathe North put on the productions of title of show, The Election, The Diary of Anne Frank in the 20162017 school year. Mack also won the prestigious Simone Award as the top high school football player in the KC Metro area in 2001. "He was. The latest breaking updates, delivered straight to your email inbox. $('span#sw-emailmask-46523').replaceWith(''); 1998 - 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. | All Rights Reserved. Reese played three years at Kansas State on the D-Line, he graduated in 2017 with his Bachelors degree in Criminology. The two met at Pittsburg State University where Josh won two championships as a starter at offensive guard and where both exchanged vows to be there for one another in sickness and in health. 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