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Former players, coaches and parents voice support for Coach Schermerhorn at WCHS board meeting

Washington Community High School Board of Education · December 9, 2024
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Summary

Multiple former players, coaches and a parent spoke in support of Coach Eric Schermerhorn, describing positive experiences with his coaching and character. Remarks were made during the visitors/public comment portion of the meeting.

During the visitors and public comment portion of the meeting, several speakers spoke in support of Coach Eric Schermerhorn. "Alex Wiegand, a 2015 WCHS graduate and former basketball player, spoke on behalf of himself and other former players in support of Coach Schermerhorn and any possible question of his character and coaching style." Nick Finney, a 2011 graduate and former player, also spoke in support, and Chris Weaver and Kara Kamienski offered testimony endorsing the coach’s character and student-focused approach. Roger Holzhauer separately thanked the board and administration for support of the Kevin Brown Memorial Tournament of Champions, which raises funds for glioblastoma research.

The minutes record expressions of support but do not include extended quotes, responses from the Board, or any formal personnel actions tied to these remarks in the meeting record.