Rick Sherry – Lifetime Service Award

Key Points:

1. Athletic Achievements:

○        High School: Two-time State Champion, Scholastic Wrestling News All-American, undefeated in dual meets, and graduated with honors. ​

○        College: Mid-American Conference Champion, NCAA Division I Qualifier, team captain, and graduated cum laude from Western Michigan University. ​

2. Coaching Career:

○        Assistant Coach at Addison High School (1978–2002): Teams won 2 State Championships, 5 State Runner-ups, and 21 Conference Championships.

○        Head Coach at Addison High School (2003–2008): Teams won 3 consecutive State Championships, 5 Conference Championships, and achieved a 190-18 dual meet record. ​

○        Produced 17 Individual State Champions and 116 All-State wrestlers. ​

3. Awards and Recognitions:

○        Multiple Coach of the Year awards at state, regional, and county levels. ​

○        Inducted into several Halls of Fame, including Addison High School, New Lothrop High School, Michigan Wrestling Association, and Lenawee County. ​

4. Contributions Beyond Coaching:

○        Served as a teacher and athletic director at Addison Community Schools for over 30 years.

○        Conducted clinics and supported the Michigan Wrestling Association for 36 years. ​

○        Known for his sportsmanship, mentorship, and positive influence on students and athletes. ​

5. Personal Attributes:

○        Praised for his strong faith, family values, and leadership qualities. ​

○        Recognized as a role model and community figure who positively impacted countless lives. ​