Two baseball players giving former teacher Ken Ulmer an impact shirt.

At A.C. Reynolds High School, the baseball field has always been a place where lessons go far beyond the game. This season, the senior players made sure to honor the people who helped shape those lessons long before they ever stepped into the batter’s box. 

Baseball senior standing with a teacher who received his impact shirt.

In a heartfelt show of appreciation, the seniors presented “impact” T-shirts to teachers and staff members who made a lasting difference in their lives. Each shirt represented more than just school pride - it told the story of encouragement, support, and belief during some of their most important years. 

Baseball senior hugging a coach who made a difference.

From classroom teachers who pushed them to do their best, to coaches and staff who offered guidance on and off the field, the honorees were recognized for the role they played in helping these student-athletes grow. For the seniors, it was a chance to give back to those who stood in their corner through wins, losses, and everything in between. 

Baseball senior hugging a teacher.

One by one, the players handed out the shirts, often sharing quick words or smiles that spoke volumes. It was a simple gesture, but one filled with gratitude - proof that the impact of a great educator lasts far longer than a single season. 

Baseball senior with a school counselor who received an impact shirt.

As the seniors prepare to close out their high school careers, they’re leaving behind more than stats and scores. They’re leaving a reminder that the strongest teams are built not just on talent, but on the people who believe in you along the way. 


The baseball seniors with Principal Ben Alexander who received an impact shirt.