Just read on The Old Coach.com that Willowridge head coach Darrell Scurlock will not return as head coach next season.
Scurlock became head coach in 2001 after being a long-time assistant. This was back when the Eagles started its decent from being an area power to a cellar-dweller. But Scurlock, who had a record of 26-46 at the school, worked well with what he had, leading Willowridge to two playoff appearances and a district championship in 2004. The 2004 team was his best team with a 9-3 record and a playoff win over Alief Taylor.
But the attendance at the school has dropped year after year. Now, at 1,520 students, the Eagles are struggling to find players. With the times I talked with Scurlock about his team in the preseason, he was more concerned in filling out his roster instead of whether his team can compete or not. That has been the norm there the last five years, and it's not getting any easier.
After going 0-8 this season, you can sense the frustration on Scurlock and the program. I just hope the next head coach can turn the program around and bring the winning tradition back to the 'Ridge.
Tuesday, December 16, 2008
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