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School, community honor longtime coach
Baker surprised with festivities marking her 31-year career at Bradwell Institute
School, community honor longtime coach
With niece Genese Baker at her side, Bradwell Institute girls basketball coach Faye Baker sees a video montage of her accomplishments, including being named Most Athletic for her senior class at Bradwell. Coach Baker has been at the helm of the girls basketball program for 31 years. The school held a surprise appreciation party for her. Photos by Pat Donahue
When it comes to surprises, Thursday evening’s subterfuge was a slam dunk. Faye Baker was curious when she saw the T-shirts many at the Bradwell Institute Gym were wearing — but she had no idea she was going to be celebrated before the start of the basketball senior night activities.