Ralph Skay is a graduate of the University of Minnesota. While a student there, Ralph played baseball. He served in the US Navy during World War II.
Ralph taught and coached at Lincoln High School for 26 years as well as serving as Athletic Director and Attendance Director. He coached baseball, football and basketball. Over the years he had five teams in Minnesota State Tournaments, two All-State Football Players and one All-State Baseball Player.
Ralph is a member of the Minneapolis Star Tribune 25 Year Coaches Club and the Minnesota State High School Coaches Hall of Fame.