Cherokee Schools Names Coach Of The Year From Woodstock High

WOODSTOCK, GA — Cherokee County School District recognized Woodstock High School’s Jeff Brown as its 2022 Coach of the Year on May 17 by surprising him at school with a plaque and gifts from sponsors.

Brown was chosen by a panel of outside judges who selected the Wolverines Baseball Coach for his outstanding leadership, tradition of excellence, and contributions to overall school culture and community.

Brown was surprised at the school by his wife and two sons, along with Superintendent Brian Hightower, Chief Operations Officer Debra Murdock, Supervisor of Student Athletics and Activities Tonya Sebring, Woodstock High Principal Mark Smith and Woodstock High Athletic Director Julie Crowe, along with several members of the state playoff-bound baseball team. His father joined the celebration via FaceTime, so he could see his son’s reaction. Brown was also congratulated by David Booth, general manager of Shottenkirk Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, who announced the dealership would give Brown a one-year free lease on the vehicle of his choice; Robbie Macy of BSN Sports gifted Brown with a $1,500 BSN credit on sportswear and equipment.

“We know our coaches go the extra mile for their student athletes, and their hard work shines through the many titles and championships our teams have brought home, as well as college scholarships for students,” Hightower said. “Congratulations to Coach Brown for this well-earned recognition of his leadership and dedication to team, school and community.”

The zone finalists for Coach of the Year, each of whom received a $500 BSN credit, are:

Andrew Marinelli, River Ridge High School

Greg Robinson, Etowah High School

Chris Yarbrough, Sequoyah High School

Jennifer Horton, accepting for her late husband Jamie Horton, Cherokee High School

Cassie Koes, Creekview High School