CONWAY — Chuck Lenehan, the winningest coach in New England high school football, has the respect of Kennett High players, coaches and fans. He has been the face of the Kennett and Plymouth rivalry and was the late Coach Gary Millen's favorite opponent. The two had mutual admiration for each other.
Lenahan, 70, recently revealed that this season will be his last as Plymouth Regional High School's football coach and athletic director. He's in his 43rd year at each position.
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