David Marston, the head football coach for the Lawrence County Wildcats, has announced his departure, effective November 8th. After dedicating 35 years to coaching, he believes it is time to hand over the reins to a new leader. His extensive career includes 21 years as the head coach and 14 years serving as an assistant. Throughout his tenure, Marston has demonstrated remarkable commitment, having missed only a handful of practices and never missing a game, culminating in an impressive streak of 362 consecutive games on the sidelines.
When Marston took the helm of the Wildcats in 2003, he inherited a struggling team that had finished the previous season with a dismal 1-9 record. Under his guidance, the program experienced a remarkable turnaround, achieving ten postseason victories, including eight playoff wins and two bowl game triumphs. Notably, he secured the only two playoff victories in the history of the program. His coaching prowess has not gone unnoticed; he has been honored as a two-time District Coach of the Year, received the Times Daily Middle Tennessee Coach of the Year award, and was recognized as the Tennessee Titans Coach of the Week. This past Friday marked a significant milestone in his career, as he celebrated his 100th victory as the Wildcats’ head coach.
In the wake of Marston’s departure, the current assistant coaches will oversee the Lawrence County High School football program until a new head coach is appointed. The search for his successor will commence promptly, with the position being advertised as soon as possible.
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