- December 19, 2025
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Maitland Middle School Principal Andrew Leftakis addressed the audience before the dedication.
Athletic Director Kevin Neff spoke about the legacy of coach Dale Rider.
Dale Rider, left, was presented with a special plaque by Athletic Director Kevin Neff that will hang in the gymnasium.
Dale Rider spoke before the audience about coaching at Maitland Middle.
The basketball court at Maitland Middle School will now be known as Dale K. Rider Court.
Former student and player Kevin Wiedecker, left, was called up by Dale Rider.
Maitland Middle School Athletic Director Kevin Neff, left, and Principal Andrew Leftakis, right, presented Dale Rider with a special plaque.
Dale Rider said hello to dozens of former students and players at the dedication ceremony.
Tim, Jeff and Chris Caldwell were excited to see Dale Rider’s recognition.
Dale Rider said hello to dozens of former students and players at the dedication ceremony.
Maitland Middle School honored one of its most storied and respected coaches on Wednesday, Feb. 20, as it officially dedicated and named its basketball court after former basketball coach Dale K. Rider.
During his career from 1963 to 1994, Rider led the Maitland Middle School basketball team to three county championships (1973, 1979, 1984) and taught thousands of students important life skills.
