Calhoun was recommended to the Board of Education by a search committee including Vestavia Hills City Schools Superintendent Todd Freeman, VHHS Principal Tonya Rozell, Athletic Director and VHHS alumnus Jeff Segars, and Assistant Superintendent Patrick Martin.Freeman described Calhoun as a dedicated family man and professional with impeccable character. 2235 Limerock Rd. He was signed as a tight end but ended up playing tackle for the Bulldogs. I told him as long as he is comfortable with it I definitely need to use him as a resource. Robert Evans, Vestavia Hills After Buddy Anderson won 346 games in 43 years, Vestavia Hills has now had two coaching changes. The Valdosta football team was also placed on probation for the 2021 football season, therefore preventing them from participating in any playoff games. Upload it Are you the coach? He led Fayetteville (Tenn.) High to the 2020 Class 1A state title and compiled a 34-4 record in three seasons there. He also served for four seasons as quarterbacks coach at Collins Hill High School in the Atlanta area, where he coached current Washington Football Team quarterback Taylor Heinicke. You hear about Texas and Florida and Georgia and California talked about, but Alabama will go toe-to-toe with every team in every one of those states. If you are at a place this long, you are doing a lot of things the right way. His record as a head football coach for the past 43 years at Vestavia Hills High School is 346-160 with two state football championships. Although he was still young, he was already a strong leader to step in as students and athletes struggled through the crisis though. The event will take place in the schools gymnasium and is open to the public. VESTAVIA HILLS, Ala. The Vestavia Hills Board of Education on Wednesday approved the hiring of Sean Calhoun as the new head football coach at Vestavia Hills High School. As we were writing this article, he was working on a socially distanced version, and theres no doubt he will find a way to keep the tradition alive. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. Vestavia Hills High School. He was named Region Coach of the Year at the end of the 2019 and 2020 seasons. A whole lot. Thats where he bonds with the players and really connects with them. Since the early 70s, on Wednesday nights his house has been full of athletes who want to learn more about God. Enough had happened already, and I didnt want to add to everything by leaving my players. Returning coaches are Jake James, Greg Smith, Brent Welborn all Vestavia alums and Sammy Queen, who had head coaching experience at Pelham. Its also the place where Linda says she first felt God speak to her about football. Spain Park coach Tim Vakakes directs his team during 7-on-7 football action at Samford University in Homewood, Ala., Tuesday, June 28, 2022. We aim to promote learning without limits. Hes athletic, big and strong. RELATED: Smith looks to continue Toros winning ways, Spanish Fort head coach Ben Blackmon and the Toros prepare for the prep football game against Daphne on Friday, Oct. 29, 2021, in Daphne, Ala. (Mike Kittrell | preps@al.com). His father coached high school ball for 31 years, and it was not difficult to make the decision to follow in his footsteps. Stover replaces Steve Meek, who retired after 11 seasons leading the Eagles. Hell try to return the Rebels to glory in a region that includes three-time reigning 7A champ Thompson and perennial powers Hoover and Hewitt-Trussville. I dont think whoever they could have hired could fill those shoes. Williamson head coach Antonio Coleman discusses the upcoming prep football season during Day 2 of Mobile County Media Days on Friday, July 15, 2022, in Mobile, Ala. (Mike Kittrell | preps@al.com). Newton had spent four years in that position for Hartselle after leaving Mountain Brook. [33] He appealed [34] and was instead given a reprimand. Then, I wanted a great mix of guys who were Vestavia guys and who really love this place. His brother, Philip was a star on that team. Our guys take pride in our community and have that pride with a little edge, a chip on their shoulders, Calhoun said. Shelby County Newspapers, Inc. Here he shares some of his thoughts on stepping into the Vestavia program as longtime coach Buddy Anderson retires after becoming the winningest football coach in Alabama history in his 43 years coaching the Rebels. His playoff record is 47-29 while his region record stands at 152-71 which is the most region wins in state history. When my dad passed away, he was one of the first to call, and we talked for over an hour. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from Vestavia Hills Football! The Valdosta State Blazers won the NCAA Division II National Championship in 2007 while Calhoun served as a running backs coach. Bert Newton, son of former Homewood coach and AHSAA Hall of Famer Bob Newton, is the new defensive coordinator. Not that many high school teams in the nation have as many as Thompson. Thank the good Lord we found a house, Calhoun said. Box 947 us to complete every school. And I know that Buddy Anderson will carry on making a difference in the lives of young people. They wrestled together, they are in the same workout group. 32. RT @1rebelbaseball: Schedule changes for tomorrow: The Varsity DH scheduled for tomorrow @ Austin has been moved to tomorrow @ Sammy Dunn Field starting @ 4:00 The Freshman DH scheduled for tomorrow @ Sammy Dunn Field has been moved to Cullman starting . He then moved on to Eufaula High School in Eufaula, Alabama from 1994-1996 before being hired by Alba High School in Bayou La Batre, Alabama in 1997. Vestavia Hills High School football coach resigns after 1 year - WBRC Invite the coach We now have834teams & 188,070games on AHSFHS.org. 18. fv. Five players were declared ineligible for the athletic year, along with $5,000 in fines. All that while being a loving coachs wifewhich is a job in itselfand she does it all with a big smile on her face. Hes a tough, hard-nosed kid who I definitely think is going to have a heckuva season for us. (Fayetteville High School photo). (Dennis Victory | preps@al.com). People do know were hard-nosed. With technology our kids are exposed to so much. Also, parents dont need to make it all better all the time. He also served as an assistant coach for eight years at Cleburne County High School in Heflin, Alabama, Cherokee High School in Canton, Georgia, and Ashville High School in Ashville, Alabama. Thats a fancy name for what he does. Were settling in, getting our feet stabilized and the kids are starting to meet new friends.. We just have to follow him and make our own footprints and build on his legacy. Ralph Clyde "Shorty" Propst, who was born in 1924 and played for Alabama Crimson Tide, is his uncle. He sure had a big impact on me and my life, and I am grateful for him., 2010 graduate Austin Whitt speaks to a similar influence on his life. That was a big weight off our shoulders. 15 impact high school football coaching hires for the 2022 season VHHS is part of the Vestavia Hills City School District with approximately 1,800 students and 21 varsity sports. Vestavia Hills High School football coach resigns after 1 year, Two people in custody after police chase, manhunt near Warrior & Hayden, Team Manager w/1P36 Deletion Syndrome Makes Big Shot on Senior Night. The kids gravitate toward a kid like that. In four varsity seasons, the Patriots went 42-7 overall, including a 36-2 mark in the last three seasons. Were going to lean on him a lot. I wanted my players and this community to know that that is big for me and my family. 5. @1rebelathletics . Stover played two years for Nick Saban at Alabama and has said he will bring lessons he learned from all of his coaches to his first high school head job. Some Neal; Josh Harris, Blount; Renardo Jackson, LeFlore; Jerrel Jernigan, Eufaula; Rodney Jordan, Satsuma; Jed Kennedy, Dothan; John McKenzie, Murphy; Gus Smith, Gordo; Mike Vickery, Pelham; Brandon Wilcox, Escambia Academy. In addition to football, he was a two-year starter on the basketball team and even though Ohatchee did not have a track program, he checked out of school one afternoon and won the District 100-yard dash his senior year. Watch the 2022 AHSAA Football Playoffs Vestavia Hills High School vs. Thompson High School - 11/12/2022 live and on demand online on the NFHS Network . Published: Jan. 5, 2022 at 7:44 AM PST. In fact, he has the most wins of any high school football coach in the entire state of Alabama, and his 342-153 record speaks for itself. During those discussions, Ford was fired, live and on the air, by Gazette general manager John Junkin. Im competitive and I like to win, but relationships that last a lifetime, and for eternity. I dont know what that plan is either, but I know it is a great one. Vestavia Hills, AL 35216. Alabama High School Football History - Ahsfhs.org [30], At a special meeting of the Hoover Board of Education on October 30, 2007, Propst announced that he would resign, but would continue to coach the team as far as they progress in the 2007 playoffs. His Rebel teams won 16 area and region championships, and made 31 state playoff appearances. Lane is probably a little bit heavier and Andrew is a little bit longer. He is definitely in a league of his own. Robert Evans is the new Vestavia Hills football coach. I told them I cant be the guy who wants to win more than they do. Browning expressed concerns over reports that grades for certain athletes had been altered to make them eligible for college play, and made those concerns known to Hoover City Schools Superintendent Andy Craig in a meeting in April. If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation. [5] During Propst's tenure, Hoover was repeatedly ranked in the nation's top-25 polls, finishing as the #16 team in the nation in 2003,[6] #4 in the nation in 2004,[7] #8 in the nation in 2005,[8] and ranked #1 entering the 2006 season by Sports Illustrated, USA Today[9] and the National Prep Football Poll. Phone: 205-402-5350. Pinson Valley coach Lee Guess directs his team during 7-on-7 football action at Samford University in Homewood, Ala., Tuesday, June 28, 2022. Hes intelligent and can play a lot of different positions.REL. Coach, Head Coach - 7th Men's Basketball, Asst. Thomas Rush Propst (born December 1957) is a high school football coach who currently serves as athletic director and associate football coach at Coosa Christian School in Gadsden, Alabama. The Toros have won four state championships since 2010. He previously served eight years as a linebackers coach and defensive coordinator at Hoover High School and spent time at Oak Mountain, Spanish Fort, and UAB. Hes a long, tall athlete. That young newlywed who brought his bride to Vestavia Hills all those years ago has since raised three daughters, all graduates of VHHS, and is now grandfather to seven. Propst played high school football for Coach Ragan Clark, whose son Bill was later the head coach at Prattville High School, a Hoover rival, for many years. Calhoun went 4 and 6 this past season at Vestavia. Coach: Buddy Anderson. Vestavia Hills Names New Football Coach He will have a rebuilding job on his hands at Spain Park. information in hopes our visitors will participate in assisting They were alike in so many ways: both strong Christian men, both strong citizens in their communities and both coached over 40 years, Ryan shares. While the school was distraught, they had to carry on. Claim this team Ways you can help Make an impact on this team, and help keep MaxPreps up-to-date. If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation. Vestavia Hills High School / Homepage - Vestavia Hills City Schools . When you get knocked down, you get back up. It took about five months to find a house for the five Calhouns after he took on the task of replacing Alabamas all-time winningest high-school football coach Buddy Anderson in January. Rush Propst. Tough people do. They also face a brutal Region 2 schedule that includes Auburn, Central-Phenix City, Opelika and Prattville among others. P.O. He compiled a 51-12 record over five seasons with the Trojans including three region championships and five quarterfinal playoff appearances. Coaching is a commitment to working with kids. Life is like football, he told me. [1] He is also the former head coach at Colquitt County High School in Moultrie, Georgia, Hoover High School in Hoover, Alabama, and Valdosta High School in Valdosta, Georgia. [10] Propst's base salary at Hoover was $100,678. VESTAVIA HILLS, Ala. (WBRC) - Vestavia Hills High School head football coach Sean Calhoun has resigned after one season with the Rebels. Robert Evans is the new Vestavia Hills football coach. Fax 205-402-5303 District Home Schools Translate Employee Login Announcements Rebels Helping Rebels AGE BIRTH YEARS TEAMS FORMAT COACH; U19: 2004: Steamers 04 Black: 11v11: Robert Starr: U18: 2005: Steamers 05 Black: 11v11: Robert Starr: U17: 2006: . There was a really good excitement in the air. Kenny Morson, shown during a game as head coach at Fayetteville (Tenn.) High School, was hired as the new Florence High School football coach on Wednesday, Feb. 2, 2022. I have failed you as a board, and especially I have failed you (Superintendent) Andy (Craig)," Propst said. Thomas Rush Propst (born December 1957) is a high school football coach who currently serves as athletic director and associate football coach at Coosa Christian School in Gadsden, Alabama. P.O. At Alma Bryant he amassed a 122 record. I would love to be here as long as he was, thats for sure., To begin building his legacy at Vestavia Hills, Calhoun will shape the program in his image with five new assistants, including a new football operations director, Mickey Reville. I could have done things differently, but I don't admit wrongdoing inside the walls of Hoover High School. A lot of things are still the same and havent changed. Stadium: Reynolds Stadium, Buddy Anderson Field. "Coach Calhoun has dedicated his career to investing in the lives of young men through the sport of football," Freeman said. Hes been the teams defensive coordinator for six years under Dedrick Sumpter and then Melvin Pete Jr. Coleman has brought back several former Williamson and Mobile prep stars to join his staff, including Jamarcus Russell and Sherman Williams. The former Williamson and Auburn star is finally the man in charge of his alma mater. He now takes over the tradition-rich Toros. He was named state coach of the year three times and the Vestavia Hills football field is named in his honor. 1Rebel Athletics. Calhoun has had enough time with the team to see some players he expects to be leaders this season, which begins Aug. 20 at home against Mountain Brook. Reach her at madoline.markham@homewoodlife.com. He is quick to tell anyone who will listen that he was called by God to coach football on January 12, 1968. Explore the benefits. They are both about 6-foot-2, 6-3 and are about 220 pounds. Before Mondays opening fall practice, the Rebels had already experienced something new. RELATED: Who is the states best active coach? He can run, hes smart and he also plays basketball. The topic was the focus of considerable discussion on the Paul Finebaum syndicated sports talk radio show, where Hunter Ford, a reporter for The Hoover Gazette newspaper, reported the rumors. Calhoun, 39, most recently served as the head football coach at Carrollton (Georgia) High School, where he compiled a 51-12 record over five seasons including three region championships and five quarterfinal playoff appearances. VESTAVIA HILLS, Ala. (WBRC) - Vestavia Hills High School head football coach Sean Calhoun has resigned after one season with the Rebels. Anytime Hoover changes coaches, it has to be big news. In his column in the edition of July 4, 2007 of The Western Star, Ford reported that a number of sources, none of which would allow their name to be used, said that Propst's alleged affair also included a child born out of wedlock. All rights reserved. All of our coaches are really good men, first, and really good football coaches.. Photo provided to Vestavia City Schools by Robert Evans. Baseball Adam Moseley amoseley@hoover.k12.al.us (256) 348-5442. 2023 Advance Local Media LLC. When my career is done, if I can even be in the same sentence or book as Coach Anderson, I have done a couple of things right. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts. He retired following the 2020 season as the winningest football coach in the state. In the total scheme of things, relationships matter most. Physical Education, Health & Driver Education, Freshman Campus Course Registration (Rising 9th Graders), Freshman Campus Course Registration (Rising 10th Graders), Online Enrollment and Registration Information. This year felt right. If you cant do the right thing in the classroom, theres no way in the world I can count on you on the field. YouTubes privacy policy is available here and YouTubes terms of service is available here. It was the 1st playoff win for VH since 2015 and the 1st in Coach Evans' tenure. What would you say to someone who is going into coaching now? VESTAVIA, Ala. (WBRC) - Vestavia Hills High School has announced that a former rebel will return as the school's new head football coach. #1REBEL.