Gelein was a popular art teacher at Cherokee who took on legendary status within the school during the 1968 - 69 season when he coached the Injuns to the city championship .
Gelein is a former professional baseball player .
Gelein , a former professional baseball player , was a popular art teacher at Cherokee who took on legendary status within the school during the 1968 - 69 season when he coached the Injuns to the city championship .