FIRCREST – Vancouver Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services has established the Dave Miletich Volunteer Coach of the Year Award and recognized Coach Karon Lewis as its first recipient.

A youth basketball coach, Lewis was recognized for his ability to inspire young athletes, teach with patience and enthusiasm, and create an environment where kids grow their skills, have fun and leave every game smiling.

The new annual award celebrates volunteer coaches who demonstrate the compassion, encouragement and community spirit that defined the late Dave Miletich, a longtime city employee and cherished mentor who died in November 2023.

Miletich served for more than 17 years as recreation manager and assistant parks and recreation director. He was instrumental in the construction of Firstenburg Co

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