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Goyke recognized for positivity as coach, community member

NORTH VERSAILLES — An East Allegheny community member and coach was recognized for his positivity.

Chris Goyke, a staple in the soccer community around East Allegheny, was named Most Positive Boys Soccer Coach by Positive Athlete Western PA.

Positive Athlete is a recognition program that celebrates high character student-athletes and coaches who have overcome difficult circumstances, given back to their schools and communities in a significant way, or have an infectious, positive attitude that makes everyone around them a better person. The organization gives out national, regional, and local awards, sponsored scholarships, and unique corporate partnerships.

An East Allegheny alumnus, Mr. Goyke is heavily involved in the area’s youth soccer program and also coaches the 7th/8th grade boys soccer team at EA.

This year’s complete list of Western Pennsylvania winners can be found at https://www.positiveathlete.org/westernpa-winners. Additionally, Positive Athlete’s recognition of Mr. Goyke can be found at https://www.facebook.com/reel/1639053140190697.