About The Author

Raymond Kiddy

Raymond Kiddy has spent his life in the heart of school communities on the field, in classrooms, and behind the scenes, serving as a coach, counsellor, administrator, and mentor. His journey began not with a formal title, but with a childhood passion for organizing backyard sports leagues and building something meaningful for others. That same spark carried into adulthood, where he would go on to shape lives as a beloved figure at Bishop Walsh School in Maryland. Ray didn’t just coach games; he built programs, nurtured young leaders, and created safe spaces for students to grow both on and off the field.

What sets Ray apart is not just his leadership, but his quiet strength. Over the years, he’s led teams through seasons of triumph and through moments of heartbreak. As an educator and coach, he’s often found himself not just preparing athletes for competition, but standing beside them through loss, grief, and some of life’s toughest challenges. His role has never been just about the game. It’s been about guiding young people with patience, empathy, and unwavering presence, even when there were no playbooks to follow.

Now, with the release of his memoir A Road No One Traveled – Side Effects of Coaching, Ray opens up like never before. Through deeply personal storytelling, he shares the most defining season of his career and the emotional journey that came with it. This book is not a victory lap, it’s a love letter to the kids he coached, the families he stood beside, and the unspoken emotional toll that comes with caring so deeply for others. His words are raw, honest, and inspiring, and they’ll stay with you long after the final page.