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Columbus School District Athletic Director, Rusty Greene, announced today the selection of Tony Stanford as the Head Football Coach at Columbus High School. Coach Stanford will take the helm immediately after serving the last two years as the Defensive Coordinator for the Falcons. “We feel like this could be a breakthrough year for our football program,” states Athletic Director Rusty Greene, “The players have worked extremely hard this off-season. Coach Stanford has been with these players over the last two seasons and wants to see them be successful. We are proud to have Coach Stanford lead our young men. He brings a lot of experience and continuity to our program.”
Stanford has a long history of success with over 30 years of coaching experience. He has coached at several Mississippi high schools before coming to Columbus including Louisville, Morton, Philadelphia, and Neshoba Central. During his career, Stanford has been a Head Coach, Strength Coach and Offensive and Defensive Coordinator. Stanford has taken his teams to the playoffs multiple times and has three state championship titles. In addition, Stanford was named Division 2-4A Coach of the Year in 1999 and 2000 and he was the Head Coach of the Bernard Blackwell All-Star Football Classic in 2001. Stanford has also served as President of the Mississippi Association of Coaches. When asked about his selection as Falcon Head Coach Stanford stated, “It is a great opportunity for me. I am stepping into the shoes of a well known and respected coach. Over the last two years we have been building and heading this program in the right direction. I am excited to get going and proud to be a part of a great school with such outstanding kids.”
Columbus High School Principal, Craig Shannon, is looking forward to an exciting football season with Coach Stanford at the helm. “Coach Stanford is an outstanding coach and even better person. He demands the respect of his players and fellow coaches as he leads by example. We are fortunate to have him as the next head football coach at Columbus High School.”

Cindy Ming , U.S. History teacher at Columbus High School, was recently presented the District Teacher of the Year Award. Mrs. Ming is that teacher students remember because she builds a caring relationship and shows a sincere interest in them. Dr. Phillips stated, "She makes history come alive for her students who consistently perform well on high stakes tests." CHS Principal and Assistant Superintendent, Craig Shannon, board member Glenn Lautzenhiser, Mayor Smith, and Dr. Phillips were all on hand to congratulate Mrs. Ming for her outstanding service to Columbus School District. For more information: Commercial Dispatch article

Congratulations, Mrs. Ming!

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