Bayside's Swagart named Girls Cross Country Coach of the Year

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Posted 2/2/22

Bayside Academy's Joe Swagart, women's head cross country coach, was selected as the Alabama Girls High School Coach of the Year. The U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association …

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Bayside's Swagart named Girls Cross Country Coach of the Year

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Bayside Academy's Joe Swagart, women's head cross country coach, was selected as the Alabama Girls High School Coach of the Year.
The U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) announced the state-by-state winners of its eighth annual High School Cross Country Coaches of the Year presented by the United States Marine Corps on Thursday, Jan. 13.
State-by-state winners were selected based on their teams' performances throughout the 2021 cross country season. Among the factors taken into consideration were team score and placement at the state championships, margin of victory, performance against rankings if available, individual championships, and how their teams' performances stacked up to previous years (e.g. first title in school history, consecutive titles, etc.).
Both of Bayside's men's and women's cross country teams won the 4A AHSAA State title in November.
"This would not be possible without the effort and determination of our athletes, their commitment to hard work, and their support of one another. We have a great group of kids who care about each other and work hard for each other," Swagart said.
He added, "This is an award that speaks about our program - the athletes and coaches - as well as the support and sacrifices from my family. My hope is that we have a program where all athletes can reach their potential and feel supported in their efforts."