How a Handwritten Note Led Dean Kennedy to Bob Chesney and UCLA
Summary
Dean Kennedy became connected with coach Bob Chesney after writing him a handwritten letter, which Chesney responded to with a note and donations to charities linked to Kennedy's family. This connection led to Kennedy working alongside Chesney at Holy Cross, then James Madison, and now UCLA, where Kennedy is the offensive coordinator.Key Facts
- Dean Kennedy wrote about 290 handwritten letters to coaches, receiving only two replies.
- Bob Chesney was one of the coaches who replied with a handwritten note.
- Chesney praised Kennedy and Florida's coaching staff in his response.
- Chesney hired Kennedy as quarterbacks coach at Holy Cross a year after their letter exchange.
- Kennedy got promoted to offensive coordinator at Holy Cross in 2023.
- Chesney donated to two charities connected to Kennedy’s family: Christmas in the City and an ALS charity.
- Chesney’s kindness influenced Kennedy’s view of him.
- Now, both coaches are on UCLA’s coaching staff for the current season.
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