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Kirby Camplin: A Hall of Fame Induction and a
Legacy of Excellence
Having secured multiple
By Molly Kett
championships during his tenure,
Camplin acknowledges that such
n a distinguished career spanning achievements are not solitary
Iseventeen years, Kirby Camplin, endeavours. “None of this
the revered coach of the Cornwall happens alone,” he emphasized,
Wildcats, has been inducted into underscoring the collaborative
the National Capital Amateur efforts that have shaped the
Football Association (NCAFA) Wildcats’ success. Camplin
Hall of Fame. expressed gratitude to key figures
“It’s a huge honour, I’m humbled, like Rod Simpson, who played a
probably the biggest word I can pivotal role in his early years with
use,” said Camplin. the Wildcats.
For a coach who has dedicated “Obviously, my family has been
nearly two decades to shaping incredibly supportive in making
young athletes and fostering a all this happen,” said Camplin.
culture of excellence, the Hall of The induction into the NCAFA
Fame induction is a culmination Hall of Fame not only honours
of unwavering dedication and Camplin’s individual achievements
passion for the sport. but also serves as a testament to Photo Submitted
“You never set out for that to the profound impact he has had on
be your end goal, but it’s a proud the athletes and coaches associated
moment for me, personally, and with the Wildcats.
for the club,” said Camplin. “I’ve gotten a lot of satisfaction The video showcases not just the it is not just a personal accolade; it
Camplin’s journey began with from helping this club grow, and victories on the field, but the growth, is a recognition of the mark he has
the Wildcats, and over the years, he seeing all the athletes get better, resilience, and sportsmanship left on the Cornwall Wildcats and
has witnessed the club’s evolution and all the coaches get better,” said instilled in the players under the broader football community.
into one of the top programs in Camplin, highlighting the intrinsic Camplin’s mentorship. You can His legacy of excellence,
the league. The Wildcats, under rewards of his coaching tenure. find it on the TYSN YouTube dedication, and collaborative
Camplin’s guidance, have not A poignant video accompanying channel, titled “NCAFA Hall of spirit will undoubtedly inspire
only been recognized for their Camplin’s induction captures the Fame, Class of 2023.”
prowess on the field but have essence of his coaching philosophy future generations of athletes and
become a symbol of excellence and the profound influence he As Kirby Camplin takes his coaches in the world of amateur
and sportsmanship. has had on the Wildcats’ legacy. place in the NCAFA Hall of Fame, football.
