A local softball coach is being celebrated tonight for his long-time commitment to his school and athletes.
Coach Ron Niebauer has been coaching varsity softball at Erie’s Public Schools for 50 years, leading his teams to 12 championships in his career.
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Before the first pitch at Erie High versus Titusville, the Erie School District and players held a special celebration to honor him with kind words, gifts and a cake.
“Time flies when you’re having fun. And for 50 years, I had so much fun,” he said. “I love the game of softball. I played it when I was young and I played it when I was old. I just wanted to teach the game to the girls to enjoy the game that I always enjoyed.”
Coach Niebaur also taught within the district for 37 of those 50 years.
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