JPlunkett77

Coach Stroup is already in the school. He started last week, and is teaching a Wellness class. They have been in the process of moving, so he may have missed some due to that, but I'd say he will be leading football activities moving forward.

I can confirm that Wes is coming to Gallatin to coach, but his exact role on the staff has not been determined, yet. Whatever role he fills, he will be a great addition to the staff, and we are excited to have him.

Story here. https://www.mainstreetpreps.com/county/sumner/gallatin-hires-michael-stroup-to-lead-football-program/article_6e658a90-8c31-11ed-b1cf-6f38ea07efef.html

Just because they haven't made a hire yet, doesn't mean we won't get a good coach. I know the administration is trying to get it right this time, and are doing everything they can to get the right guy. Be patient, there are still some big names in the mix, I'm sure.

$140K? These rumors are wild!

Sounds like people are just running with whatever wild rumor they are hearing, regardless of how unbelievable it sounds. It is entertaining, though.

Not sure where you are hearing this, but somebody is giving you some bad intel. There's not a public HS coach in TN that makes anywhere near $150K, and I'm not sure any are worth it. There's just not a ROI that justifies it. $100K would be believable, but not much more than that.

I assume he means if the new coach comes from a county that has a higher pay rate than Sumner County does, or has higher coaching stipends than Sumner. We are really behind several other counties in that regard. Still working on that Brinks truck, though.

There is no set amount that they can, or will, pay the new coach. It's all dependent on the candidate's years of teaching experience, and what level degree they have. That's the base amount. Then, add on their coaching stipend, which is 10% of their base salary for a head coach in Sumner County. I think their can be some ways to boost that stipend some, but that's basically what the salary consists of.

WOW! Some of these rumors are crazy! Gotta love the internet.

Which "boosters"?

I'm not saying they should or shouldn't hire any of those guys, but they are the "Gallatin Guys" I've seen or heard mentioned. Personally, I think Wes would be a great hire. Brent Alexander ain't coming, too much bad blood there from stuff that's happened in the past. Great guy, good coach, and I think he's happy at SC. Overton has done wonders at Shafer, and will be a great high school coach one day. I just don't think they'll give him a shot, due to his limited body of work. His time is coming, though. I'm with you on Darnell, but I think he'd be a great guy to get on staff in some capacity. I'll support whoever they hire. Like many others, I just want to see a competitive, disciplined team that represents the school and community with some pride. I think the talent is there, and will flourish under the right coach.

Why would that worry you? I don't think anybody wants a "Gallatin Guy", just for the sake of them being a "Gallatin Guy". The only "Gallatin Guys" I've heard mentioned are Inman, Alexander, Overton, and Darnell Bass. People are interested in them because they know what kind of coaches they are, and have proven they know what it takes to improve a program, and their teams tend to play with discipline and class. They would understand what the program means to the community, and that would bring some excitement to the fanbase. People believe they would embrace the history and tradition of the program. Let's face it, people are sick of the product that has been put on the field the last several years, as it as at an all-time low. I've also seen and heard some other names mentioned that would be great hires, that are not a "Gallatin Guy". I know there have been calls made to gauge interest. I've heard interviews will begin next week, but I'm not sure what the timeline is for making a decision. I just hope they take their time to make a good hire, whoever it is. Make no mistake, Gallatin is still a football town, and a competitive team would be huge for the school and community. The casual fans have quit showing up for games. They only ones in the stands now are player's families, students, faculty, and die-hard fans. That would change if you give people something to show up to see.

I'm pretty sure you are correct, and I think he will apply. I've heard several names that have, or will, apply. No idea what direction they are going to go with this hire, though.

You know they won't allow this in the hiring search. Tried it last time, but it was shot down.