Former Mercer Island High School football coach to be honored in Bothell

For over 30 years, the Mercer Island High School football team was directed by head coach Dick Nicholl. He spent years in education, helping guide not only young football players, but students in general.

In honor of those contributions he made, Nicholl will be inducted into the Wall of Honor at Pop Keeney Stadium on Aug. 16. The Northshore School District annually honors alumni, staff and volunteers from the community who have gone above and beyond.

Nicholl graduated from Bothell High School and played football for the University of Washington and Western Washington University.

George Selg, one of the co-founders of the event, said Nicholl was chosen for more than just his contribution to the sports world.