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Meet the Coach
Alan Sumner
Geneva’s coaching elder statesman, Alan Sumner is set to begin his 23nd season as the Golden Tornadoes head coach. During his first 22 seasons, Sumner has amassed more victories than any other coach in any sport in school history. With a career record of 512-423, Sumner has averaged over 22 victories per season during his tenure, including a pair of trips to the NAIA World Series in the 1990’s.
Sumner has been a fixture on Geneva’s campus since beginning his playing career in 1982. A standout shortstop during his four-year stint, he still holds the school record for consecutive games played at 183.
Sumner earned is Bachelor of Science degree from Geneva College, prior to completing his Master’s degree at the U.S. Sports Academy in sport management. Sumner is currently the Physical Education chair at Geneva and also teaches a sport management class, which was started only three years ago. Sports management is in its inaugural year as a major this year.
“Geneva affords me the opportunity to develop my players athletically, academically and spiritually”, Sumner said. “This is the best situation to be in that I could have ever dreamed. Geneva is a special place and I am fortunate to have the opportunity to coach in such a great place”.
Sumner and his wife Linda, also a Geneva graduate, reside in Beaver Falls with their two daughters, Jamie and Erica.
Email Coach Sumner at awsumner@geneva.edu.