The St. Johns County School District athletic community recently gathered at Pedro Menendez High School for an annual coaches' meeting, where they participated in professional development, heard an inspiring keynote on servant leadership from former SJCSD Superintendent Dr. Joseph Joyner, and celebrated this year's Dr. Joseph Joyner Legacy Award and Jeff Holt Coach of the Year Award recipients. The Dr. Joseph Joyner Legacy Award recognizes individuals who have demonstrated exceptional servant leadership and a lasting commitment to the Character Counts! pillars, making a positive impact on student-athletes, schools, and the community. The 2026 Dr. Joseph Joyner Legacy Award recipients are: 🏅 David Simpkins, Retired SJCSD Director of School Services 🏅 Fred Hallett, Head Soccer Coach, Nease High School The Jeff Holt Coach of the Year Award honors coaches who embody the spirit of Pursuing Victory with Honor by prioritizing mentorship, character development, and life lessons alongside athletic success. The 2025–2026 Jeff Holt Coach of the Year recipients are: 🏅 Jeremiah Teuscher – Bartram Trail High School 🏅 Pete Duffy – Beachside High School 🏅 Rich Barrett – Creekside High School 🏅 Sean Schoeneman – Nease High School 🏅 Tony Cullings – Pedro Menendez High School 🏅 Chris Polanski – Ponte Vedra High School 🏅 Kelli Stephenson – St. Augustine High School 🏅 Samantha Cassano – Tocoi Creek High School Congratulations to all of our recipients, and thank you to every coach who inspires, mentors, and helps shape the lives of our student-athletes each day. Your leadership, dedication, and commitment make a lasting difference both on and off the field. #SJCSD #CharacterCounts #PursuingVictoryWithHonor