Mary G Montgomery (AL) football head coach speaks out during ongoing investigation

Semmes (AL) Mary G Montgomery head football coach Zach Golson is currently on administrative leave due to an investigation by the Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA), but just before the Vikings took to the field for their spring game on Thursday, their sidelined lead man spoke out on social media.

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Golson posted on his personal Facebook page a message regarding the current situation and his full statement is down below:

“The last 72 hours have been very challenging for many reasons. I have tried to stay silent and allow the process to unfold. The immense amount of positive support and people reaching out has been overwhelming. I’m thankful for each person who has called, texted, and prayed. I knew what I signed up for when I chose this career. It was my dream to lead a HS program at the highest level in our state and I knew the scrutiny that comes with that. We’ve tried to lead in very simple way: Love God, Love People. Trust your processes each day. Show up, fight for each other, don’t quit. “I was not afforded the opportunity to meet with my players and staff before I was escorted off campus. So, for now I simply want them to know I love them, and that I’m excited to see their training on display this evening in the spring game at MGM. I know the staff has done an excellent job the last few days amidst the chaos. I know this because I’ve watched them work and thrive in the biggest pressure moments of rivalry games and playoff victories. Nothing anyone can say or do will ever take away the friendships, memories, and everything in between that our staff has had. Alex Page and Andrew Rieves have been incredible coordinators and leaders. Our program has never been about one person, it’s always been about a large group of people fighting for each other. Next man up mentality. I know these guys will thrive today and in the future! “At this time, I don’t want to comment further on anything else. My focus is on my family and doing what I need to do to protect them.”