Jenks Head Football Coach Allan Trimble Diagnosed With ALS

Jenks head football coach Allan Trimble was diagnosed with ALS last week, a disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and the spinal cord.

Trimble will undergo a management program, but doctors believe that he will make it through coaching the upcoming season.

The Jenks coaching staff received the news via email on Wednesday and players were told Thursday.

Trimble told News On 6 sports reporter Harold Kuntz that he’s optimistic.

Jenks Public Schools released the following statement:

"It is heartbreaking and shocking to learn of Allan Trimble’s diagnosis with ALS. Over the last 20 years, not only has Coach Trimble reached an unprecedented level of success on the football field, he has made a positive impact in the lives of countless students, and he has helped bring the entire Jenks community together.

Although there is sadness, we know Coach Trimble will meet this challenge with incredible resolve. There is no doubt the entire Trojan family will rally around Coach Trimble and his family as they journey through this difficult time.

Coach Trimble will continue in his role as the Head Coach of the Jenks’ football program and he is extremely optimistic and excited about preparing his team for the upcoming season."

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