Georgia Coaches Association https://gacacoaches.com Wed, 03 Jun 2026 19:03:55 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 https://gacacoaches.com/wp-content/uploads/georgia-athletic-coaches-association.png Georgia Coaches Association https://gacacoaches.com 32 32 2026 All Star Soccer https://gacacoaches.com/2026-all-star-soccer/ Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:52:40 +0000 https://gacacoaches.com/?p=129779

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Northwest Whitfield High School, 1651 Tunnel Hill-Varnell Road, Tunnel Hill, GA 30755
June 3, 2026

ALL STAR OFFICIALS- Senad Veledar, Tarik Veledar and Aleksandar Racanovic

  • GACA ALL STAR GIRLS TEAM SHAW (LIGHT)

  • GACA ALL STAR GIRLS TEAM HUDL (DARK)

  • ALL STAR BOYS LEADING EDGE (LIGHT)

  • GACA ALL STAR BOYS TEAM BSN (DARK)

GACA ALL STAR GIRLS TEAM SHAW (LIGHT)
Head CoachPaul DalhauserPope
Assistant CoachChad GriffinHebron Christian
Assistant CoachMegan CaylorMonroe Area
Assistant CoachSean EstepWhitewater
GACA CoordinatorMickey FolsomMonroe Area
#PlayerSchool Coach
1Lexi GoodmanPace AcademyDeclan Traiquar
2Allison WintersOconee CountyJudson Hamby
3Micah TurnerHebron ChristianChad Griffin
4Charlie YoungGlynn AcademyThomas Lemmon
5Maddie CassOconee CountyJudson Hamby
6Ellie KuhnWhitewaterSean Estep
7Sophie DommertNorcrossLaura Freeman
8Kyleigh (KJ )WellsMonroe AreaMegan Caylor
9Samme SuppesJeffersonMolly McCarty
10Carson WingoMcIntoshCasey Kreitner
11Meredith WagnerWhitewaterSean Estep
12Skylar SchroderBrookwoodMichael Tolmich
13Kambrie MorrowSocial CircleHeather Richardson
14Lily JoswickPopePaul Dalhauser
15Brielle DelgadoAlexanderJason Cann
16Adelina RitchieHeritage-ConyersChris Nugent
17Marcela AstonJohns CreekJim Crase
18Rachel GodfreyLuellaJames Roberts
19Caroline HarperIrwin CountyRob Brunel
]]> 2026 GACA Legacy Award Winners https://gacacoaches.com/2026-gaca-legacy-award-winners/ Wed, 20 May 2026 18:05:27 +0000 https://gacacoaches.com/?p=127088 ATLANTA, GA (May 19, 2026) – GA Athletic Coaches Association, in partnership with Positive Athlete Georgia, proudly announces the recipients of the 2026 GA Athletic Coaches Association “Legacy Award” Scholarships. Six exceptional student-athletes, each a relative of a high school Coach or Athletic Director, have been awarded $1,000 college scholarships in recognition of their positive athletic spirit and exemplary representation of their parents’ lasting legacies.

Scholarship Recipients

The GA Athletic Coaches Association “Legacy Award” awarded to: Scholarships for the 2025-26 academic year have been

  • AJ Brown Trinity Christian
  • Blythe Edgar Eastside High School
  • Deanna Lowther East Laurens High School
  • Paul Risper Westside High School
  • Max Lasseter Heard County High School
  • Lola Hunter Union County High School

These individuals were selected from over 4,500 nominations representing more than 415 public and private high schools across Georgia.

Recognition Ceremony

The scholarship recipients will be formally recognized at the 2026 Georgia Positive Athlete Awards Ceremony on Monday, June 1, 2026 at the Georgia State Capitol. This event will celebrate all state sport winners and recipients of partner scholarships, with $38,000 in total scholarships being awarded.

About Positive Athlete

Positive Athlete is a national organization that seeks to promote the benefits of positivity to young athletes around the country through awards, scholarships, career-readiness programming, and special opportunities. Active across all 50 states, Positive Athlete recognizes high school athletes who lead with character, resilience, service, and leadership both in and out of sport. Since 2013, Positive Athlete has recognized thousands of student-athletes nationwide and awarded more than $825,000 in scholarships and special opportunities.

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It is with heavy hearts that the GACA sends thoughts and prayers with the Rodney Walker Family. Coach Walker Passed away on May 9, 2026, and was a longtime friend and leader in the GACA as well as GACA Hall of Fame Member.  Funeral service details are below for Monday May 18, 2026.

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]]> Atlanta Falcons High School Coaches Clinic presented by Nike https://gacacoaches.com/atlanta-falcons-high-school-coaches-clinic-presented-by-nike/ Thu, 07 May 2026 20:06:39 +0000 https://gacacoaches.com/?p=125644 Atlanta Falcons HS Coaches Clinic

RSVP for the annual Atlanta Falcons High School Coaches Clinic on Wednesday, May 27th! Join Head Coach Kevin Stefanski and the Atlanta Falcons coaching staff for an exclusive OTA practice. Hear from notable speakers and NFL coaches on schemes, tactics and fundamentals. Coaches in attendance will also have a chance to win raffle prizes, including equipment grants to support their programs. RSVP link below!

Date: Wednesday, May 27

Location: Atlanta Falcons Training Facility

Registration: Register Here

]]> 2026 GACA Leadership Summit https://gacacoaches.com/2026-gaca-leadership-summit/ Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:06:17 +0000 https://gacacoaches.com/?p=125213

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Hey there, Georgia Coaches! Are you ready to elevate your skills? Pre-registration is now OPEN for the GACA Leadership Summit. This is your opportunity to earn the annual GACA Coaching Endorsement, approved by GADA and GASSP.

HOLD YOUR SPOT HERE

Event Details

      • Dates: July 25–26, 2026
      • Cost: $50 per person
      • Focus: Leadership, Communication, Management, HR, and Professionalism.

    Why Join Us?

        • Focus: The “GACA Coaching Endorsement” is designed to be an annual endorsement approved by the GADA, GASSP and GHSA to help Georgia High School and Middle School Coaches grow and develop in their coaching profession.
        • Expert Guidance: Learn from the best at GADA, GASSP and GHSA.
        • Data-Driven Growth: Receive quantitative feedback from EverRise!
        • Invest in the Future: School Systems are encouraged to send their future leadership to secure the next generation of coaches, athletic directors and principals.

      The attendance at this Summit is limited to 150, so complete the form immediately to secure your spot.


      Register Now

      The GACA Leadership Summit is the premier professional development event for all coaches. With sessions tailored for every level of experience, from newcomers to seasoned veterans, this Summit offers something for everyone. Whether you're just starting your coaching journey or looking to sharpen your edge, you'll leave feeling inspired, rejuvenated, and equipped with new tools to lead and succeed.

      Tonya Sebring

      EdS. CAA, Supervisor, Student Activities/Athletics, Cherokee County

      The summit provided coaches an opportunity to hear different philosophies and tactics from highly respected educators across the state. The variety of topics fits coaches from all sports and will benefit the schools in which they represent.

      Dr. Curt Miller

      Oconee County High School AD

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      • GACA ALL STATE FLAG FOOTBALL TEAMS | Division 1

      • GACA ALL STATE FLAG FOOTBALL TEAMS | Division 2

      • GACA ALL STATE FLAG FOOTBALL TEAMS | Division 3

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      GACA ALL STATE FLAG FOOTBALL TEAMS | Division 1

      GACA ALL STATE FLAG FOOTBALL TEAMS
      DIVISION 1
      PLAYERSCHOOLCOACH
      Harmony FranklinColumbusChris Grier
      Majesty WareHeard CountyKody Waldrop
      Alexis HaywardFitzgeraldJohn Hadden
      Ca'Tavia BennettGreenvilleBrian Kempson
      Kianti McDuffieFitzgeraldJohn Hadden
      Kimberly MorenoColumbusChris Grier
      Ella ColemanHeard CountyKody Waldrop
      Azhia KendallHeard CountyKody Waldrop
      Shiann CareyWheeler CountyCory Reynolds
      Akara LewisHeard CountyKody Waldrop

      GACA ALL STATE FLAG FOOTBALL TEAMS | Division 2

      GACA ALL STATE FLAG FOOTBALL TEAMS | Division 3

      GACA ALL STATE FLAG FOOTBALL TEAMS | Division 4

      GACA ALL STATE FLAG FOOTBALL TEAMS | Division 5

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      Event  Ticketing


      Public Streaming


      GBCA/GACA ALL STAR BASKETBALL ROSTERS 2026

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      Boys Basketball

      • 1A - D2 Boys South

      • 1A - D2 Boys North

      • 1A - D1 Boys South

      • 1A - D1 Boys North

      • 2A Boys South

      • 2A Boys North

      • 3A Boys South

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      • 1A - D2 Girls South

      • 1A - D2 Girls North

      • 1A - D1 Girls South

      • 1A - D1 Girls North

      • 2A Girls South

      • 2A Girls North

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