[ole ball coach]

I stand by all that I stated. I only know these men from a distance and I don't know any of them personally. I know the parents have an issue with Dawson and Ledford's language and anyone around the program can back those statements up. Eads, from what I have heard is a very good person and role model. I was just stating that his ability to lead a program is not there yet. He also has issues with other coaches language. I don't know Issac at all. I said coach J is the best person based on what I hear from the kids and parents around the program.

You are correct, you know very little and what you do know is created in the fumor mill, which is vicious in small towns or big ones for that matter. As the man who hired each on of these men I can say they are 1st class people and great coaches and teachers. I would not have hired or retained them if they did not put kids first and treat the kids the way I asked them to. They are humans and all have their flaws, but who doesn't? You should take the time to actually get to know them, rather than believe what you hear from a few that have zero knowledge first hand.

Each man is qualified for the job:

Coach J-has head coaching experience at the middle school and has been my right hand on offense for 3 years. He is also "from" HC and comes from a long line of head coaches at HC. Probably the community favorite and rightfully so, he is everything the program is about.

Ledford-I begged and pleaded to get and when I did he proved all the doubters wrong, a great coach and outstanding leader. His record as a head coach is undeniable, and works endlessly for his players.

Eades (at least spell it correctly): Has been with me at 2 different shools, and while he only has experience on one side of the ball, he is a leader. He has been the JV head coach and has been around great football dating back to his days at Owensboro Catholic under the legend MOJO.

Dawson-most dedicated coach I have worked with. Cares more about the kids than they will know. Spends countless hours preparing our kids for the the feild in the weightroom, watches film almost at much as I do, and works tirelessly to help the kids realize their dreams of playing at the next level. Has he used foul language, sure...every coach on my staff has done so at one time or another. Sometimes it happens, but Dawson is no foul mouthed sailor and has done very well to keep it in check. He also has more than 8 years under his belt as an assistant, including UofL and Jeffersonville. He is more than qualified for the position.

All 4 are fine men, and Ray Issacs is no slouch. Has served in the middle school for several years and was asked to join my staff based on loyalty, dedication, and his ability to get kids to play for him. He is a fine man, but not ready for the HC spot. Still, a very good coach learning learning the ropes on the varsity level.

I stand by these men and wish them well. I am proud of them and they are VERY good friends. Anyone who questions their character should evaluate the facts. They maybe the lowest paid staff in the area and make pennies on the dollar if they get paid at all, to put in more than 30 additional hours a week in film, preperation, and practice. Before you start throwing stones you should know what you are talking about...you clearly do not.

Coach E