March 1, 2025–The Walt Fiegel Coaching With Character award was presented to the family of the late Coach Butch Pedersen of West Branch. The beloved hall of fame coach spent his entire 40 year career at West Branch. He lost his battle with blood cancer in April of 2023, but his memory lives on.
This Iowa Football Coaches Association award recognizes a person who embodies the high character, integrity, concern for kids, and service to the coaching profession that were evident during Coach Fiegel’s career.
Learn more about the Butch Pedersen Legacy Foundation
