CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – The Rotary Club/Kiwanis Season Kickoff Luncheon was held Wednesday at First Baptist Church. The event celebrated the opening weeks of play for Montgomery County high school baseball and softball programs. The majority of Clarksville-area coaches attended the luncheon as they each spoke on the 2022 season.

The host of the event, Brian Rives, detailed his excitement for the return of the season kickoff. “It is great to put a spotlight on these coaches that give so much to the young men and women that play on the diamond. This event is one way to honor these coaches. They dedicate their time to managing their perspective sports, while being away from their families.”

Kickoff host Brian Rives at the podium.
Rotary Club President Chris Buerck and kickoff host Brian Rives with the softball coaches in attendance.
Clarksville High softball coach Brian Rush speaking on his program.
Kenwood High softball coach Alyssa Micheal speaking on his program.
Montgomery Central softball coach Chris Jackson speaking on his program.
Northeast High softball coach William Warren speaking on his program.
Northwest High softball coach Blake Lyons speaking on his program.
Rossview High softball coach Marcus Ratcliff speaking on his program.
West Creek High softball coach John Jordan speaking on his program.

A number of new head coaches were introduced. They spoke on the foundation they hope to build within their programs at each school. This included steps they plan to take to build a winning culture such as growing in numbers, player development and discipline.

Everyone in attendance took a couple of moments to applaud Montgomery Central baseball coach Todd Dunn, who reached 500 career wins – a milestone most coaches dream to achieve. Dunn’s name is now on the MCHS baseball field: named “Landon and Joyce Dunn Memorial Baseball Field” after the coach’s parents.

Coaches listening as West Creek baseball coach Terry Arrington talks about his program.
Clarksville High baseball coach Brian Hetland speaking on his program.
Kenwood High baseball coach Tyler Moseley speaking on his program.
Montgomery Central baseball coach Todd Dunn speaking on his program.
Northeast High baseball coach Charles Ratliff speaking on his program.
Northwest High baseball coach Chris Benne speaking on his program.
Rossview High baseball coach Charles Holman speaking on his program.
West Creek High baseball coach Terry Arrington speaking on his program.