Louis Heinrich

1921

  • Born in Lawrence

1939

  • Graduated from Vinland High

1940’s

  • Served in Army during WWII

1960’s

  • Managed the Semi-Pro Team Lawrence Colts
  • Led the team to the Kansas Championship Tournament
  • Co-Founder of the Lawrence Little League Football Program
  • Coached the Central Park Chargers
  • Coached St. John’s Grade School football, basketball and track
  • Connie Mack 16 and under team
  • Coached one of the first Lawrence travel teams to play in the Shawnee County Amateur Baseball Association.

1970’s

  • Coached American Legion Baseball with Al and Tony Ice
  • Was best known for his ability to get fields ready for play
  • Did extensive fund raising and assisted with the American Legion Pancake Feed

1980’s

  • Served on the American Legion Baseball Committee
  • Died December 25, 1983