Withrow names new head football coach

Withrow named Anthony Berry as its head football coach Jan. 5, 2024. He was defensive coordinator at Withrow the past three seasons.

Withrow High School has promoted Anthony Berry as its new head football coach.

He has been the assistant head coach and defensive coordinator for the last three seasons under Kali Jones, who left in December to take the head coaching job at Middletown High School.

Berry, a 2011 Withrow graduate, was a standout player for the Tigers from 2006-10.

“Thank you to the Withrow administration for the opportunity to become Withrow’s next head football coach,” Berry said in a press release from the school. “I’m beyond excited to lead the Withrow Tigers football team and impact the Withrow community as a whole. This is my dream job, and there isn’t another place I want to be besides here, serving our student-athletes. This is home.”

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In the release, Withrow Athletic Director Regina Williams said Berry is the perfect fit for the position.

“Coach Berry’s experience has developed him into a passionate, selflessness, and dedicated coach and role-model,” she said. “We are excited to continue building on what has already been established amongst a great group of coaches.”

As defensive coordinator this past season, Berry helped the Tigers set the school record for wins in a season as they went 12-2 and advanced to the Division II regional final.

Withrow’s defense was ranked No. 1 in Ohio for all divisions. Withrow posted five shutouts this season, allowed only eight points per game, and had 22 total shutouts under Berry’s leadership.

“I am committed to continuing the foundation that’s been built, and the tradition that’s been restored,” Berry said in the release. “I’m eager to get to work in my new role and continue…

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Publish date : 2024-01-05 13:05:53

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