Friday, February 6, 2026: ESPN Ithaca's Community Gamechangers recognizes individuals throughout the Finger Lakes who have made an impact in our sports community.

For more than three decades, Dick Brecht has been a fixture on sidelines in Dryden and Groton, coaching multiple sports at every level while shaping generations of student-athletes. Known for his passion, balance, and ability to bring out the best in those he coaches, Dick’s influence extends far beyond the scoreboard.

From mentoring young coaches to sponsoring youth teams, running community fundraisers, and giving back through his family-owned businesses, Dick’s commitment to local sports is unmatched. His dedication has helped build stronger teams, tighter communities, and memories that will last a lifetime.

Click here to nominate someone you believe should be recognized as ESPN Ithaca's Community Game Changer.

Friday, February 6, 2026: ESPN Ithaca's Community Gamechangers recognizes individuals throughout the Finger Lakes who have made an impact in our sports community.
For more than three decades, Dick Brecht has been a fixture on sidelines in Dryden and Groton, coaching multiple sports at every level while shaping generations of student-athletes. Known for his passion, balance, and ability to bring out the best in those he coaches, Dick&rsquo;s influence extends far beyond the scoreboard.
From mentoring young coaches to sponsoring youth teams, running community fundraisers, and giving back through his family-owned businesses, Dick&rsquo;s commitment to local sports is unmatched. His dedication has helped build stronger teams, tighter communities, and memories that will last a lifetime.
<a href="https://www.espnithaca.com/community-gamechangers/">Click here to nominate someone you believe should be recognized as ESPN Ithaca's Community Game Changer</a>.

Hosted by Nick Karski, Between the Lines is a New York State Broadcasters Association award winning show, airing weekdays from 5-6pm. Featuring everything local, regional and national, Nick takes you through a fast-paced hour of interviews, takes and reactions.

Hosted by Nick Karski, Between the Lines is a New York State Broadcasters Association award winning show, airing weekdays from 5-6pm. Featuring everything local, regional and national, Nick takes you through a fast-paced hour of interviews, takes and reactions.

Between The Lines

Get your sports fix on the award-winning "Between the Lines" with Nick Karski, weekday afternoons at 5pm. Everything local, regional and national, Nick takes you through a fast-paced hour of takes and reactions.

Get your sports fix on the award-winning "Between the Lines" with Nick Karski, weekday afternoons at 5pm. Everything local, regional and national, Nick takes you through a fast-paced hour of takes and reactions.