The Pat Hadley Memorial Invitational was established in memory of Patricia Hadley (1958-2013). Coach Hadley taught ceramics for 18 years at Valencia High School and was also head coach for boys’ cross-country and distance coach for track and field. Under Coach Hadley’s guidance, Valencia enjoyed more than a decade of preeminence in League, Section and State level competition. While her competitive accolades are impressive, Coach Hadley’s most powerful impact was in the lives of her students and athletes. She regularly donated her time, energy and resources to all who needed her support. She provided countless shoes and snacks, drove alumni to college registration appointments, took suburban kids to nature (usually for their first time) and cultivated honesty, integrity and determination in all she encountered.