Horace Maynard Middle School recently hosted a well-attended Meet & Greet event for its athletic coaches, and the evening was a huge success! Families, students, and community members packed the cafeteria to put names with faces — including newly hired coaches and returning coaches across nearly every sport offered at HMMS.

This event gave the community a chance to connect with the people who help shape student-athletes both on and off the field. It also served as a great way to kick off the upcoming athletic seasons and build excitement around HMMS’s extracurricular programs.

"Extracurricular activities like sports are a vital part of the middle school experience," said DJ Taylor, the Athletic Director at HMMS. "They not only boost school pride but also help students stay engaged, succeed academically, and steer clear of risky behavior."

HMMS boasts one of the largest athletic departments among area middle schools, offering students a wide range of opportunities to compete, grow as leaders, and represent their school and community with pride. From football and volleyball to track, cross country, tennis, softball, golf, basketball, baseball, cheer, and soccer, the school is committed to preparing its student-athletes for high school competition and lifelong success.

A huge thank you to everyone who attended and helped make the evening a success. It’s clear that the HMMS community is passionate about athletics — and even more passionate about supporting the students who wear the red and black.

Stay connected with us on the Horace Maynard Middle School Facebook page for updates, game schedules, and more ways to support our student-athletes this season. Go Red Devils!