Coach's Corner

 

     FOOTBALL
Head Coach: Mark Holenka
College Attended: Bethany College
Family Info: Wife: Lana; Daughters: Ashley, Shayla, Hayley
Hobby: Most sports

 

 

 
Of I Wasn't A Coach, I Would Be _____: In some sport or recreation management profession.
Greatest Moment As Head Coach: The State Semi-Final win to qualify for the state finals.
Overall Coaching Record: 19-8
Current School Record As Head Coach: 19-8

 
History Of Coaching:
River High School: 22 years: 19 years defensive coordinator;
Shadyside High School: 10 years assistant, 9 years defensive coordinator; 2 years head coach
Quote About Your Team's Upcoming Season: A young team with potential. The sooner we rid the potential label, the longer and brighter the future.

 

Varsity Assistants:
Mark Bonar: Offensive Coordinator - Receivers
Gregg Bonar: Offensive Line
John Grinch: Defensive Line: Co-Def. Coordinator: RBs
Chase Grinch: Offensive and Defensive Line - Specialties
Mike Kernik: Quarterbacks - Defensive Backs
Steve Kernik: Specialties: RB-LBers
David Bonar: Specialties: Receivers

 
Other Coaches' Comments: "I expect good things to continue at Shadyside with Mark Holenka becoming Head Coach. One of the most knowledgeable football minds around.""The coaching staff at Shadyside is very impressive." 

 

 

 

Player Information

How Many Returning Offensive Players: 1
 
How Many Returning Defensive Players: 4

How Many Returning Lettermen: 11
 

Returning Starter: "Offense": Hunter McPherson: Guard - Sr.

 
Returning Starters: "Defense":
Matt Hammond: End - Sr.
D.J. Shoemaker: LBer - Jr.
Ian Baker: Strong Safety - Jr.
Chase Kinemond: Free Safety: Jr.
Players To Watch:
Hunter McPherson
Donnie Heath
Kyle Shepherd
Jake Clark
Mason Gulash
Matt Hammond