Doug Porter is no stranger to the media. Below we have collected links to several articles from the Modesto Bee and images of other instances that Doug has been featured in the news media over the past two decades. This is by no means a complete collection, but we felt these links would serve those of you who don't know Doug with an introduction to the man we all know and love. For those of us that know Doug, these articles will only help serve as a reminder to Doug's character and loving spirit.

This first link is of the 1989 Waterford News column honoring Doug as Coach of the Year.

The Following links are all from articles featured in The Modesto Bee over the past 16 years.

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October 12, 1991 -- This Old House of Worship -- An article celebrating the 100 year anniversary of Hickman Community Church.

July 27, 1994 -- Hickman 95323 -- Wrestling Capital of the World -- "What separates us from other towns is simple: We take family, school, work, wrestling and church very serious here...call it old-fashioned, but we've got fine young men growing up here, and they're proud of Hickman" -- Coach Doug Porter

August 31, 1996 -- One Big Family -- An Article about Pastor Porter and Hickman Community Churches' ministries and their approach to the community.

September 13, 2000 Porter Returns to Coach Hughson High -- This article recaps Doug's 2000 return to the Hughson High Wrestling Program.

March 4, 2004 -- Wrestling with Life -- Billy Murphy's story about life, wrestling, and the influence Doug Porter and his family have had on his life and future.