He will have a rebuilding job on his hands at Spain Park. Traditional powers like St. Pauls, Hoover and Spanish Fort all changed leaders as did reigning state champs Pike Road and Vigor. He was also the founder of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes chapter at Vestavia Hills High School. Hes a good football player and one of those who makes you better, for sure., Calhoun also singled out his top two defensive ends juniors Andrew Sykes and Lane Whisenhunt. Rush Propst. "I made mistakes. In January of 1972, three Vestavia Hills High School coaches decided to head off campus for a quick lunch. Calhoun, who picked up his offensive know-how as a backup Air Raid QB at Valdosta State under now-Samford coach Chris Hatcher, said the Rebels will continue to be known as a tough football team. In February, 1978, assistant Buddy Anderson became Head Coach Buddy Anderson. It took about five months to find a house for the five Calhouns after he took on the task of replacing Alabama's. As usual, the high school football offseason has been filled with coaching changes throughout the state maybe more than most years. Thats where he bonds with the players and really connects with them. [22] Bishop originally announced that there was nothing to be concerned about, but Craig overruled Bishop and announced that a full investigation would be carried out, to be headed by former federal judge Sam C. Pointer, Jr.[23][24]. In 2006, he took over a Beauregard program that had won just two games in two years. They are both tough with good motors. Ralph Clyde "Shorty" Propst, who was born in 1924 and played for Alabama Crimson Tide, is his uncle. The kids gravitate toward a kid like that. Not that many high school teams in the nation have as many as Thompson. Any games that the five players played in were forfeited. I told them to write down how they want to be as an individual, as a football player and as a team. 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). But youve got to care about the kids. He is a real man., Coach Andersons impact reaches far and wide throughout the community and across all sorts of professions. I am excited to be a part of this rich football state. In a 30-minute address to the board and a large crowd inside the board chambers, Propst tearfully admitted to a relationship outside his marriage and a child as a result of that relationship, but no other wrongdoing. Do we have as many as the top teams in our region? Vestavia Hills High School, home of the Rebels, is a public school located in Vestavia Hills, Alabama. 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). The Gazette went out of business about five weeks later. I have failed you as a board, and especially I have failed you (Superintendent) Andy (Craig)," Propst said. Physical Education, Health & Driver Education, Freshman Campus Course Registration (Rising 9th Graders), Freshman Campus Course Registration (Rising 10th Graders), Online Enrollment and Registration Information. 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. Beyond his players, Coach Anderson has had a strong and positive influence on other coaches through the years. Ford, was then hired by editor Dale Jones of The Western Star in nearby Bessemer, after his firing from The Hoover Gazette. Also, parents dont need to make it all better all the time. Region: 7A-R3. He is a phenomenal human being, and a phenomenal coach. Propst was relieved of coaching duties following the 2018 season. RECRUIT VESTAVIA and 3 others. We have the pieces of the puzzle here, and its my job to move them around to make that product. This year felt right. The Toros have won four state championships since 2010. Sean Calhoun and his family finally are making Vestavia Hills their home. [11] When Les Koenning left the University of South Alabama in January 2009, head coach Joey Jones interviewed Propst to fill the vacant position as the offensive coordinator. Vakakes won 49 games in nine years at Jackson-Olin. He never once put me off or was too busy to help a young coach. This team has a great nucleus and a great senior class. [12] After community uproar over the interview, Propst decided to stay at Colquitt County.[13]. 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. "I am remorseful for what I have done. 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. Coach Anderson was inducted into the 2003 Alabama High School Sports Hall of Fame. Copyright 2002-2023 Blackboard, Inc. All rights reserved. His father coached high school ball for 31 years, and it was not difficult to make the decision to follow in his footsteps. [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. Hes intelligent and can play a lot of different positions.REL. He started improving and started to progress. Vestavia Hills City Schools is committed to ensuring all information placed on its public website is accessible to individuals with disabilities. In just his second year of coaching at Colquitt County, Propst took a team that had finished 2-8 in 2007 to an 11-3 season and the state semifinals in 2009. What I expect from this team is to give 100 percent. He and his father are also one of only two father-son pairs to be inducted into the Alabama High School Hall of Fame. The former Williamson and Auburn star is finally the man in charge of his alma mater. (Ironically, Ford had previously advocated in a Gazette column that Propst be hired to fill the then-vacant head coach position at the University of Alabama at Birmingham). Basketball, Boys' We aim to promote learning without limits. There are so many predators out there and its scary to me. [39][40], Propst has been featured in an instructional video entitled Building A Championship Football Program 12 Months A Year, published in 2007. YouTubes privacy policy is available here and YouTubes terms of service is available here. They wrestled together, they are in the same workout group. Dovey Ralph "Buddy" Anderson, is a part of the second father-son combination in the Alabama High School Sports Hall of Fame as his father Dovey Fair Anderson was inducted in the Hall of Fames first class in 1991. We are excited to see them get playing time., Competition is still ongoing to see who will be the triggerman for Calhouns offense. Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. Today eight coaches at VHHS are Andersons former players too. Vestavia Hills Football Roster 2022-23 Players (99) Staff (2) Do you have a team photo? Anderson attended Thomasville High School and played football but not for his father who had retired because he said he did not wish to coach his sons. information in hopes our visitors will participate in assisting The DVD outlines the steps to build a successful gridiron program, including the preparation and responsibilities of a coaching staff including the importance of building a booster club.[41]. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. 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. One of the first things they did in their efforts to move forward was to hire Buddy Anderson as their head football coach. VHHS is part of the Vestavia Hills City School District with approximately 1,800 students and 21 varsity sports. David Lundberg will coach the offensive line and serve as running game coordinator. Propst took his first coaching position as a student assistant at Ohatchee in 1977, the year they won their only state championship. Vestavia Hills Football Retweeted. Rebels Helping Rebels is a grace fund used to financially support students in need. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. I told them I cant be the guy who wants to win more than they do. I called him a lot and visited him several times picking his brain for football advice. When I introduce him people ask, Did you say Mickey Rebel?. A former Rebel defensive back and member of the 1998 state championship team, Evans returns home after four years as Mountain Brooks defensive coordinator. Explore the benefits. Former Hewitt-Trussville and Auburn wide receiver got the promotion at Pinson Valley following Sam Shades departure to Miles College. Calhoun went 4 and 6 this past season at Vestavia. [28][29] Despite the forfeits, the Bucs finished the regular season with a 4-5 record and qualified for the AHSAA 6A playoffs. "His values and commitment to excellence are aligned with those of our school system and community. 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. [36] His dismissal followed an investigation that determined he had violated the Code of Ethics for Educators for (1) legal compliance, (2) conduct with students, (3) honesty, and (4) public funds and property, including giving aleve pills to students on more than one occasion and owing nearly $450,000 in delinquent federal and state taxes. Orange Beach head coach Jamey DuBose discusses the upcoming prep football season during Baldwin County Media Day on Wednesday, July 13, 2022, in Daphne, Ala. (Mike Kittrell | preps@al.com). Coach, Defensive Line/Strength and Conditioning Coordinator, Varsity Head Coach - Swim and Dive & Men's Tennis, Varsity Head Coach - Women's Tennis, Asst. [10] Propst's base salary at Hoover was $100,678. His playoff record is 47-29 while his region record stands at 152-71 which is the most region wins in state history. A whole lot. . Congratulations to Robert Evans, who has been named the new Vestavia Hills High School head football coach. "The foundation that has already been laid in Vestavia Hills is great, and I look forward to building upon that foundation and impacting lives through the football program," Calhoun said. Whats one bad thing about high school athletics in 2020? Calhouns hiring follows the 2020 retirement of Buddy Anderson who had served as Vestavia Hills head football coach since 1978. All of our coaches are really good men, first, and really good football coaches.. But to me and the thousands of young men that got to play for him during his career, his biggest value was in the impact he had in our lives as husbands, fathers, Christian leaders, friends and really, just as people living in our communities. Still, the Tigers usually have talent and now have a coach with a state title on his resume. He earned a football scholarship to Samford University where he would get his degree. At a time when youre figuring out who and what you are as a boy, and in a sport that takes so much time, effort, sweat and constructive criticism, it was so beneficial to have a coach who understood his players. He was signed as a tight end but ended up playing tackle for the Bulldogs. [37] The PSC investigation into Propst (case 19-2-1025) was settled with a 131 day suspension. Its exciting and a little nerve-wracking taking over a program that has been in such great hands for 43 years. It was an honor meeting him. In the spring of 1973, Coach Anderson and his wife, Linda, made their first trip to a National Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) conference. Claim this team Ways you can help Make an impact on this team, and help keep MaxPreps up-to-date. Coach, Head Coach - 8th Women's Basketball, Head Coach - Football, Wrestling, Outdoor Track, Asst. VESTAVIA HILLS, Ala. (WBRC) - Vestavia Hills High School head football coach Sean Calhoun has resigned after one season with the Rebels. A lot of things are still the same and havent changed. Other notable hires: Ham Barnett, St. Pauls; Markus Cook, Vigor; Derone Fagan, Sidney Lanier; Hugh Fountain, W.S. RELATED: Waldrop embracing Bucs tradition, Former Eufaula coach Ed Rigby has been named head football coach at Pike Road. 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. His team finished the season with an on-field record of 10-2 (6-6 including the four forfeit losses). Our guys take pride in our community and have that pride with a little edge, a chip on their shoulders, Calhoun said. At Alma Bryant he amassed a 122 record. I want leaders to have character, not be a character. Phone: 205-402-5350. . Hes just so versatile. The Wildcats havent advanced past the second round since 1993. Propst's Hoover team was one of the top-ranked teams in the United States over much of the first decade of the new millennium, winning Alabama High School Athletic Association Class 6A state championships in five of the first six seasons including four consecutive titles from 2002 to 2005 (missing out on 6 straight after losses in the championship game to Daphne in 2001 and Prattville in 2006). Purify was reinstated by the AHSAA during the playoffs that same year. [18][19] In 2013, Colquitt finished 11-3 after losing 14-9 to the eventual state champions, Norcross High School, in the state semifinal game. While the school was distraught, they had to carry on. Buy newspaper front pages, posters and more. @1rebelathletics . Smith spent his last several seasons trying to resurrect a struggling Robertsdale program and then starting the Orange Beach team. Claim this team Ways you can help Make an impact on this team, and help keep MaxPreps up-to-date. 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. He spent a year as a volunteer assistant coach at UAB. What is one great lesson youve learned as a coach? 2017 Season Highlights. He has built this place, and people still need to see his face. 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. A meet-and-greet event for Robert and his wife Anne Evans will be held on Monday, Jan. 17 at 6 p.m. at Vestavia Hills High School. He can move, too. I dont think Alabama football gets talked about. Sadly, it would be their last. [11], On January 30, 2008, Propst was named head coach at Colquitt County High School. On October 23, 2007, the AHSAA ruled that Purifoy was indeed ineligible, and that the Bucs would have to forfeit all games in which Purifoy played. [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. He retired following the 2020 season as the winningest football coach in the state. Shelby County Newspapers, Inc. Upload it Are you the coach? Vestavia Hills superintendent Todd Freeman, Ed.D., described Evans as a man of character, a committed educator, and a brilliant football coach. Kids need to stand on their own two feet and learn how to be productive for themselves. 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. Records reflect scores in our database. Coach Volleyball, Asst. I dont know what that plan is either, but I know it is a great one. But on July 28, 2007, The Birmingham News went public with the allegations when it published a letter from attorneys for Bishop to the Hoover Board of Education. I know God called you to coach football, and this week he called me to be a coachs wife, she told her husband. AGE BIRTH YEARS TEAMS FORMAT COACH; U19: 2004: Steamers 04 Black: 11v11: Robert Starr: U18: 2005: Steamers 05 Black: 11v11: Robert Starr: U17: 2006: . The Indians have won three state titles since 2017 so expectations will be high. We went to UABs 7-on-7 tournament, Calhoun said. His Rebel teams won 16 area and region championships, and made 31 state playoff appearances. 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. [14][15] In 2010, he led Colquitt County to the GHSA Class 5A State Championship Game. In January of 1972, three Vestavia Hills High School coaches decided to head off campus for a quick lunch. We aint got many four- or five-stars, but you can win a lot of games with zero-stars players. Anderson had just seven losing seasons three in the past 10 seasons, although two of last years six setbacks were forfeits due to COVID-19 protocols. He also served on the staff of the Alabama All-Star game. Hes served since 2018 as defensive coordinator at Mountain Brook High School. Sean Calhoun and his family finally are making Vestavia Hills their home. Competition is not something I shy away from and that this team wont shy away from. [17] In 2012, Colquitt finished 10-4 after losing 41-27 to the eventual state champions, Norcross High School, in the state semifinal game. Cookie Settings/Do Not Sell My Personal Information. Hes definitely a college football player. Baseball Adam Moseley amoseley@hoover.k12.al.us (256) 348-5442. During his 42 seasons with the Rebels, Anderson became the winningest football coach at any level of play in Alabama history and was inducted into the National High School Hall of Fame. Mask added to his Hall of Fame resume with a dominant decade at St. Pauls in Mobile. 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. VESTAVIA, Ala. (WBRC) - Vestavia Hills High School has announced that a former rebel will return as the school's new head football coach. Sean Calhoun was named the Rebels' new coach Wednesday at the Vestavia Hills Board of Education meeting. Reach her at madoline.markham@homewoodlife.com. Hes a kid who has played some quarterback, but he hasnt played much varsity. We now have834teams & 188,070games on AHSFHS.org. Michael Seale , Patch Staff Posted Thu, Jan 14, 2021 at 9:13 am CT (Dennis Victory | preps@al.com). John Ross Ashley is a senior free safety, Calhoun said. He will lead our football program into the future with the integrity that has been the foundation of our program. Vestavia Hills High School Retweeted. He won 77 games with the Toros and the 2015 6A title. They havent won a playoff game since playing for the 7A state title in 2015. Ohatchee was 27-5-1 in Propst's three years as a starter at wide receiver and defensive back, with Propst earning All-County recognition as a senior. youtube.com. Some went on to the NFL, and former player David Jordan was a member of the 1986 Super Bowl winning New York Giants team. VESTAVIA HILLS SOCCER CLUB OFFICE 1973 Merryvale Road Vestavia Hills, AL 35216 (205) 978-0182 He studied both physical education and math at Samford University, and while he spent many years in the classroom, his heart has always been on the football field. During his tenure at Hoover, Propst was a frequent target of critics. These two really have been super bright spots for us in the spring and summer. His successful experiences have prepared him to lead our football program and build on the legacy established by Coach Anderson and his teams. Coach, Varsity Head Coach - Men's Bowling, Asst. They are like brothers. Free self-guided test prep materials through the VHHS Library. Blackboard Web Community Manager Privacy Policy (Updated). Every coach since Vincents 2010 title has won at least one. Propst, who is of German descent, is a native of Ohatchee, Alabama where he graduated from Ohatchee High School in 1976. They both wrestle, so we have a nickname for them: the Road Warriors from the old WCW. Fast forward to 2020: Coach Anderson has been still setting a solid example and leading young men to victory on and off the field for nearly 50 years. The Mustangs went 9-3 in 2021. VESTAVIA HILLS, Ala. (WBRC) - Vestavia Hills High School head football coach Sean Calhoun has resigned after one season with the Rebels. The Valdosta football team was also placed on probation for the 2021 football season, therefore preventing them from participating in any playoff games. And I know that Buddy Anderson will carry on making a difference in the lives of young people. He won 110 games and four state titles with the Saints and has 210 wins in 26 years as a head coach overall. The following week, Tribble Publications in Warm Springs, Ga, the parent company who owns The Western Star, printed an apology for allowing Ford to print these allegations in their paper, though it did not specifically retract the charges. 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. VHSC Girls Staff U12-U19. 2023 Advance Local Media LLC. He can run, hes smart and he also plays basketball. Its definitely an honor to be the next one, said Calhoun, who became just the seventh head football coach at Vestavia after compiling a 51-12 record in five years at Carrollton, Ga. I cant say enough about the man, the coach and the family man he is that Ive gotten to know. 2023 Advance Local Media LLC. The Jaguars went 7-4 each of the last two years and made the playoffs. 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. Spain Park coach Tim Vakakes directs his team during 7-on-7 football action at Samford University in Homewood, Ala., Tuesday, June 28, 2022. That first trip to FCA camp started a yearly tradition that lasted over 40 years until the camps ended. RELATED: DuBose confident in Orange Beachs future. Select Year: 1970 <-- 2016 <- 2017 -> 2018 --> 2022. Robert Evans graduated from Vestavia Hills High School in 1999 and was a defensive back on Buddy Andersons 1998 state championship team. Propst continued to deny the allegations. Returning coaches are Jake James, Greg Smith, Brent Welborn all Vestavia alums and Sammy Queen, who had head coaching experience at Pelham. 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. [16] In 2011, Colquitt finished 11-3 after losing 35-31 to the eventual state champions, Grayson High School, in the state semifinal game. Browning spent the last six years at Pike Road, building the program from its infancy to the Class 5A state championship in 2021. Bert Newton, son of former Homewood coach and AHSAA Hall of Famer Bob Newton, is the new defensive coordinator. All rights reserved (About Us). 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 . Some At the conclusion of the 2020 season, his 31-year head coaching record stood at 307-96 (.762 win percentage).[2]. He takes over a Pell City team that hasnt won a playoff game since 2012 and hasnt advanced past the second round since 2003. Thats a fancy name for what he does. Tough and hard-nosed is true, but we have more athletes than that notion. We just have to follow him and make our own footprints and build on his legacy. 1Rebel Athletics. If we had to play tomorrow, Mitchell Towns would be under center, the 39-year-old coach said. The Valdosta State Blazers won the NCAA Division II National Championship in 2007 while Calhoun served as a running backs coach. @1rebelathletics. St. Paul's head coach Steve Mask instructs tight end Chett Elder in the first half of a prep football game against Faith Academy on Friday, Sept. 17, 2021, in Mobile, Ala. (Mike Kittrell | preps@al.com). P.O. Every team has two things: good coaches and good players. It comes down to hard work. For the first time in more than four decades, Vestavia Hills High School has a new head football coach: Sean Calhoun. Propst was eventually promoted to head football coach at Ashville High, serving from 1989 to 1993. 18. Vestavia Hills, AL 35216. I dont think its any kind of secret that people talk about Vestavia not being very athletic, he said. Ryan Herring, head coach in Pierce County, Georgia, is another second-generation football coach whose dad became friends with Coach Anderson back in the early 1970s when they were both coaching in Birmingham. He went 7-4 his first season and won 64 games in eight years overall. Gordo coach Ryan Lolley directs his team during the Cam Newton 7-on-7 tournament at BlackWatch Sports in Birmingham, Ala., on Saturday, June 29, 2019. 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 . Calhoun was hired as the new head coach at Colquitt County High School in Georgia. 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.
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