Kankakee High School soccer coach Vince Mkhwanazi was surprised and honored by his student-athletes for his positive contributions on and off the field.
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The event was apart of Buddy's Helpers' "Making A Difference On AND Off The Field" campaign. It celebrates those making a difference in people's lives.
"Just seeing the growth in a player: mental, emotional, everything," Mkhwanazi said. "Just seeing the growth of the player. That's the best part, seeing them fulfill their potential."
The special surprise happened Sunday morning at the Stadium Club in McCook.
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Mkhwanazi was surprised with two tickets to the athletic event of his choosing, along with a donation to the charity of his choice. They were funded by BODYARMOR and DUDE Wipes.
"Vinny, I can say he's a coach, but he can also be your friend," Kankakee High School sophomore student Jocelyn Sanchez said. "Vinny will be there on and off the field. Especially off the field, Vinny is a great mentor."
Mkhwanazi is also a science teacher at Kankakee Junior High.