Mike Maltais, Staff writer
BREWSTER - High School Athletic Director and Middle School Principal Greg Austin has been named the District 6 Athletic Director of the Year by the Washington State Secondary Athletic Administration Association.
Austin, a fixture at BHS and Bears’ sports for more than three decades, is currently the head coach for varsity track and field, secondary athletic director, and secretary/treasurer of the North Central Washington 2B league.
“A big reason for Brewster’s success is because of Greg’s leadership, commitment and contributions. Greg’s demeanor is exemplary” said District 6 Director Dave Cullen in a WSSAAA media release. “When he speaks, people pay attention. He has proven that he is a very organized, responsible, and thorough individual. He has been impressive in his abilities to create relationships with both staff and students.”
Brewster School Superintendent Eric Driessen echoes Cullen’s assessment of this year’s honoree.
“Greg has been dedicated to Brewster School District and WIAA District 6 for 32 years,” said Driessen. “He has taken on numerous roles within the leagues and district, too.
Driessen goes on to describe Austin as “a man of his word. He is loyal, committed to supporting kids and you know the decisions he makes, whether it is for Brewster schools, the league, or the WIAAS district, are being made to benefit kids.”
Austin’s secretary, Jennifer Evans, described Austin’s influence in the Brewster community this way:
“Greg is very organized and meticulous in making sure everything is completed in a timely manner,” said Evans. “He expects the best out of his students, athletes, and staff. He always encourages them to never settle, to always go for that golden ring.”
Austin was a biology and chemistry teacher for 25 years and has served as the Middle School Principal for the past seven.
Athletic directors around the state nominate their colleagues for A.D. of the Year. Those nominations are reviewed by WIAA district boards to determine who among the nominees will be honored at the district level and represent their district at the WSSAAA State Conference.
“I am humbled by the recognition that my peers around the CWB League and District 6 gave me,” said Austin. “Being an athletic director is a time-consuming position and I know that each A.D. up and down the valley puts in just as much time as I do. I am blessed that I get to work for the Brewster school district not only for the athletic department but the district as a whole.”
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