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Taking over as head coach in 1999, Wiley Allred wrapped up his 23rd season with the Knights with a state championship this year.

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“Everything matters”
December 13, 2022 3:22 p.m.

“Everything matters”

Royal’s Wiley Allred continues to lead Knights to success

ROYAL CITY – After spending 17 years as an assistant coach with the Royal Knights, Wiley Allred decided to “put my name in the hat” for head coach after Washington State Football Coaches Association Hall of Famer Bob Nielsen retired after the 1998 season. “I was a little apprehensive because I wasn’t sure,” Allred said. “Anyway, I knew that things would change. Responsibilities-wise, I’d have to get there on time every day and put a little more into it. There were more changes because it’s different than being an assistant coach.” ...