Eve Julian – Non-Teacher Coach in a High School? 

Eve Julian, head men's coach at Ottawa Hills High School, discussed her unique coaching journey, emphasizing the benefits of being an out-of-school coach, such as avoiding school politics and having more energy for athletes. She highlighted the challenges of managing a team across multiple schools and the importance of building relationships with supervisors, teachers, and maintenance staff. Julian stressed the significance of effective communication, recruiting strategies, and leveraging social media and alumni networks. She also shared her methods for maintaining team cohesion, academic accountability, and the impact of her team's success on recruiting efforts.