Coaches

Head Coach: Coach Samantha Mendence

I am a eighth year teacher at Model High School where I teach resource math and coach competition and spirit cheerleading. I earned a Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education in 2017 from Berry College, a Masters Degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Columbus State University in 2019, and a Doctoral Degree in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Leadership from American College of Education in 2022. My cheerleading background includes 6+ years of all-star cheerleading. I cheered at Trion High School from 2009-2012 where we were region champions 2009, 2010, 2011, and 2012. In 2009 my team earned 4th place in the GHSA State Cheerleading Competition, and in 2010, 2011, and 2012 we were state champions. During my four years at Berry College I was a member of the cheerleading team. I was awarded the Leadership/Captain's Award for my last three seasons at Berry. In 2019, MHS placed 4th in the GHSA AA State Cheerleading Competition. In 2022, MHS cheer earned the school's first region championship and the second in 2023. I am looking forward to this upcoming season & cheering on our girls to many accomplishments. LET'S GO BLUE DEVILS!