Athletic Hall of Fame
Class of 2024
- Andy Crews – Class of 1978
- Coach Paul Brooks
- Jarrett Moore – Class of 1994
- Brittney Rogers Stephens – Class of 1999
- 2013 Girls Basketball Team
- Tom Baugh (’74)
- Nathan Smith (’99)
- Arthur Williams (’12)
- Ivey Slaughter (’13)
- Tyler Ward (’13)
- Ryan Brose (’14)
- 2011 Football Team
- 1989, 1990, 1991 Boys Track and Field Teams
- Jimmy Intorcia (’07)
- Whitley Green Denney (’08)
- Colby Andrews (’09)
TAMMY GRANTHAM TOTH
In the late 1980s, Tammy was one of Tattnall’s most versatile athletes. She was a mainstay in the Lady Trojans softball starting lineup from the 8th – 12th grades. Voted “Most Athletic” her senior year, Tammy was also chosen all-state and team MVP twice. A letter winner in basketball and track, she took her softball talents to Mercer University. Chosen as 1991 Miss Mercer, Tammy was a three-year starter, voted 1st team All-Conference, and selected team MVP for the Lady Bears.
Jason Nesbit
In the words of Coach Barney Hester, Jason Nesbit “stuck it out.” Nesbit had a decorated career as a Tattnall Trojan football player being selected All-State and All-Region his junior and senior seasons. A letter winner in baseball for the Blue and Gold, he played a major role in the Trojans capturing the 1995 GISA state football championship. After high school, Nesbit walked on at the University of Georgia to play football where he lettered with the Bulldogs in 2000.
Matt Etheridge
From high school star, to walk-on, to scholarship player, Matthew Etheridge’s athletic career embodied perseverance. A two-time GISA All-State football player, Etheridge helped lead Tattnall to the 1997 state championship, was twice named All-City by The Macon Telegraph-News, and also lettered in baseball and basketball. He played football collegiately at Georgia Tech first as a walk-on, eventually earning a scholarship and lettering for the Yellow Jackets from 2000-2002.
Eric Reeves
A three-sport standout in golf, basketball, and track, Eric Reeves earned a total of 11 letters in the Blue and Gold and was an important piece of the Trojans’ run to the 2000 state basketball championship game. An integral part of TSA’s golf program from the eighth grade, Reeve’s success on the links exploded in college at Mercer. He was an All-American in 2005, all-conference three years while serving twice as the Bears’ team captain. Eric currently is the director of golf at Myers Park Country Club in Charlotte, NC.
Max Rooke
For nearly half a decade, Max Rooke was at the helm of Tattnall’s girls and boys soccer programs. One of TSA’s most beloved coaches, Rooke guided the boy’s teams to a pair of GISA Final Four appearances (2005, 2008) and led the Trojans to the Region 3A championship in 2005. He was named Region Coach of the Year twice (2004, 2005) and GISA State Coach of the Year in 2004. Following his days at TSA, Rooke coached collegiately at Mercer, Illinois-Springfield and is currently in his seventh season at Pepperdine University.
- Brian Gordon
- DeAndre Smelter
- Michael Deason
- Greg Clay
- George Monk
- Jody Burnett
- Jordan Brooks
- Blake Hobby
- Brett Layson
- Michael Ouzts
- Brannen Veal
- 2008 Competition Cheerleading Squad
- 2009 Baseball Team
- Maebelle Joyner
- Durant Brooks
- Elizabeth Welsh
- Gary Shortridge
- 2007 Football Team
- 2008 Baseball Team
- 2001 Golf Team
- Ronnie Bland
- Eric Renfroe
- Tripp Smith
- 1990 Girls Basketball Team
- Ralph Pinnell
- Daniel Renfroe
- Marnie Gray
- Kali Bogdan
- 2005 Baseball Team
- Brandan Spillers
- Walter Watson
- 1997 Football Team
- Butch Bryan
- Alisha Witherell Gordon
- Todd Mickler
- 1988 Football
- 1989 Softball
- 2000 Baseball
- Barney Hester
- Richard Reid
- Tracy Hamilton (’79)
- Brenda Arnett (’79)
- Craig Jones (’79)
- Donnie Allen (’85)
- Josh Loosier (’01)
Tattnall Square Academy has a rich heritage and tradition of successful athletic programs over its 49 year history. In order to maintain and preserve these great accomplishments, an Athletic Hall of Fame was formally established last year. The Hall of Fame serves as a means of recognizing and honoring the athletes, coaches, teams, and supporters who have made significant contributions to the athletic programs. Many individuals have been influential in the rich tradition of excellence and have had exemplary accomplishments on the athletic fields.
We need your help in selecting the class of 2021! In order to maintain the integrity of the Hall of Fame, the following criteria are established for nominations. Nominees must exemplify the highest standards of sportsmanship, ethical conduct, and moral character. All candidates will be judged on their significant and/or long term contributions to athletic endeavors. In addition, the nominees must meet the following benchmarks:
- The nominee, if an alumnus/alumna, must have graduated at least 10 years prior to
- Teams must have graduated their Senior class at least 10 years prior to nomination.
- Each nominee must have made a significant achievement in athletics or a major contribution to athletics at Tattnall Square Academy. (Significant achievements at the college, professional, or amateur levels may also be taken into consideration; however, such achievements shall be given less weight than achievements at Tattnall Square Academy.)
Nominations to the Athletic Hall of Fame may be made by the selection committee, current members of the Golden Trojan Board, TSA alumni, current faculty, administration, and staff. The nomination form should be completed and received by the Athletic Director, along with appropriate support materials, by May 1, 2021 for a candidate to be considered for induction in the next school year. In addition to the official nomination form for an individual’s consideration, a letter of recommendation from the person making the nomination, and up to 3 letters of support from appropriate individuals who can validate or substantiate pertinent information related to the high school career of the nominee must be submitted. Failure to supply support material could result in invalidating the application, consequently the nomination will not be considered.
The inductees will be honored each year in conjunction with the Homecoming activities. Recognition of the inductees will take place fifteen minutes prior to kickoff at the Homecoming football game. In addition, an induction ceremony will be held the Saturday evening following the Homecoming game.
Support this new program by sending in a nomination form online or print the form and mail it into:
Attention: Joey Hiller
Tattnall Square Academy
111 Trojan Trail
Macon, Ga 31210
Be sure to include all support materials by mail or email to [email protected] by May 1, 2021. Make plans to join us as we recognize the class of 2021 into the TSA Athletic Hall of Fame at the Homecoming game!
*All questions regarding the Athletic Hall of Fame should be directed joey.hiller@tattnall.org