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Over the past decade, Emery/Ethan has been one of the most successful 9-man programs in South Dakota, winning three state championships in that span. But the man behind the Seahawks has been a part of the team since before any of his current players were even born.  And this year, he celebrates a legendary anniversary. Jeff Van Leur is in his 30th season coaching at Emery/Ethan, a pretty remarkable accomplishment; especially since he thought about leaving 29 years ago. "I came in 1980," Van Leur said.  "I talked about coming here, putting in one year and I think we only had 12 kids go out for football this year.