He's the man.
Or, at least he soon will be so.
Jefferson Forest principal Tony Francis announced that the school has hired a new athletic director.
Stepping into the role on July 25 will be John Otey.
"He's very organized and takes on challenges," said Francis of the man who won out a nine-horse race for the position.
Jefferson Forest has had remarkable success over the past six seasons. The woman who has helped guide the school's athletic programs, alas, has decided to let go of the reins.
Last Friday night, a Bedford County man walked away from his work on a chain gang. Oddly enough, no law enforcement personnel gave chase. No alarms were sounded and no hounds were unleashed.