[PaintsvilleTigerfan]

Before I continue on with this post, I want to let everyone know that I am Justin Arms.

There has been a lot of hearsay to the current coaching situation at Paintsville. It is very unfortunate that Coach McCoy had to resign, but understandable due to the situation with his family. I believe that his decision emphasizes his true character and that he has his priorities in order. Christ and family before anything else. Best wishes and prayers to you and your famly coach.

Now, as for myself. I never applied for the postioin, but was contacted on Saturday and was asked to meet regarding it on Monday. I can honestly say that those next couple of days were a whirlwind of thoughts and emotions. It has been a dream of mine to lead the team someday that I played for from 1999-2002. After the meeting, I spoke to my wife and decided to withdrawl my name from contention for the position. I am now the father of a six month old baby boy and I knew that I had to put aside my personal thoughts and ambitions for what's best for him. I am truly blessed to be in the position that I am in at Johnson Central. They gave me an opportunity out of college and have invested a lot in me both professionally as a teacher and also as a coach in football (Def. Coord.) and baseball (Asst. Coach). The importance of family and loyalty have been instilled in me since I was a young boy and that's what this decision came down to.

I believe that it is most definitely a tough spot for you guys right now especially with it being so close to the dead period and the official start of practice. Whoever the administration names HC needs the full supprt of the fans and community. I wish you guys the best of luck in the coaching search and am hoping for a successful season.

J. Arms

IDT anyone can fault you for this decision.

As for Paintsville's situation it is always darkest before the dawn.